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Honor for Heroes
We provide Recognition, Support, and Memorialization for all our Heroes in order to inspire a whole new generation of Heroes!
Our Leadership Team
The Story Behind Honor For Heroes
The Story Behind Honor For Heroes
Matthew T. Hilley - President & Founder
Michael T. Hilley - Vice-President, Board Member & Founding Member
Anna G. Hilley - Secretary, Board Member & Founding Member
Kathy Schofield - Board Member
Robert Carey - Board Member
Liana Smith - Board Member
Kelsi Bradshaw - Volunteer Coordinator & Board Member
Matt Holder - Board Member
Tanya West - G
Matthew T. Hilley - President & Founder
Michael T. Hilley - Vice-President, Board Member & Founding Member
Anna G. Hilley - Secretary, Board Member & Founding Member
Kathy Schofield - Board Member
Robert Carey - Board Member
Liana Smith - Board Member
Kelsi Bradshaw - Volunteer Coordinator & Board Member
Matt Holder - Board Member
Tanya West - General Ambassador
Desiree Duncan - General Ambassador
Savannah Holder - General Ambassador
The Story Behind Honor For Heroes
The Story Behind Honor For Heroes
The Story Behind Honor For Heroes
After returning home from Iraq in 2004, Sergeant Matthew Hilley began a personal mission to honor his great uncle, First Sergeant James Hilley, who served in the 10th Mountain Division during World War II. On April 30, 1945, James and 24 fellow soldiers tragically died when their DUKW vehicle sank in Lake Garda, Italy. Their remains and
After returning home from Iraq in 2004, Sergeant Matthew Hilley began a personal mission to honor his great uncle, First Sergeant James Hilley, who served in the 10th Mountain Division during World War II. On April 30, 1945, James and 24 fellow soldiers tragically died when their DUKW vehicle sank in Lake Garda, Italy. Their remains and equipment were never recovered. Inspired by his great aunt Jewell, who never gave up hope, Matthew began writing letters and reaching out to leaders, scholars, and veterans, hoping to one day locate the wreckage. In 2012, after years of effort from people across the United States and Italy, the DUKW was finally found.
While working on this mission, Matthew realized his passion for honoring service extended far beyond his own family. He began taking on more projects, including renaming highways, helping restore and protect local monuments, and pushing for more benefits for the people that sacrifice the most for the rest of us. With help from his children, Michael and Anna, the work continued to grow.
Matthew knew the vision was bigger than what one person could accomplish alone. To make a lasting impact, he founded Honor for Heroeson May 15, 2021. The organization’s mission is to provide recognition, support, and memorialization for all our Heroes in order to inspire a new generation while honoring the ones from our past and present.
Since its founding, Honor for Heroes has taken on a wide range of meaningful projects and formed partnerships that reflect its deep commitment to service. This includes ongoing work with the Special Olympics and the broader Special Needs community, along with many other efforts that continue to support and uplift those who serve and inspire.
From a single story of sacrifice came a powerful movement dedicated to remembering and honoring all Heroes. Honor For Heroes exists to ensure that no Hero is ever forgotten.
Our Mission Statement
The Story Behind Honor For Heroes
Our Mission Statement
We provide Recognition, Support, and Memorialization for ALL our Heroes in order to inspire a whole new generation of Heroes while Honoring the ones from our past and present!
Sponsors Spotlight
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Silver Sponsor
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Pizza Buffet in Anderson SC has continued to be very generous to Honor for Heroes! We are so happy to continue our partnership with Pizza Buffet. Please show them some support by visiting their restaurant!
Silver Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Coca-Cola Consolidated has generously donated nearly 500 of their drink products to Honor for Heroes for use at the Come Dream with Me Prom! We are so very thankful for their support!
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