Helping Hands Summer 2023

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H ELPING H ANDS HelPIng HAndS Publishedby byFisher Fisher House, House, Inc. Texas ❤❤ Spring/Summer 2023 Published Inc.❤❤ San SanAntonio, Antonio, Texas Spring/Summer 2023

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IN THIS ISSUE...

From our Executive Director.2 Guests at the Fisher House....3 Fisher House renovation........4 Meet the Manager...................5 Community Support..............5 10 year Anniversary ...........6-7 Volunteer in the spotlight......8 Donations............................9-11 San Antonio Fisher Houses..11

MISSION STATEMENT The Fisher House Inc. mission is to support military members, veterans, and their families staying at Fisher Houses and those who are eligible to utilize Fisher Houses but are staying at other appropriate points of care venues while they receive medical treatment, care or support.

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Making a difference, Volunteering at the Lackland Fisher House Information about volunteering at the Fisher Houses in San Antonio featured on page 8

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From Our CEO/Executive Director The entire staff at Fisher House, Inc. is very busy supporting amazing service to the BAMC, VA and Lackland Fisher Houses. We are honored to be the premier support not-for-profit organization for the San Antonio Fisher Houses. In fact, Fisher House, Inc. was established before the first Fisher House in San Antonio and in Texas even broke ground. Fisher House, Inc. has provided great service to the Fisher Houses for over 32 years. We are committed to doing the same for many years to come.

The second South Texas VA Fisher House on Wurzbach Road in San Antonio has broken ground (see photos on the bottom of page 7). The nine-million-dollar project will take an estimated nine months to complete and will provide 16 more military families with a home-away-from-home.

Dwayne F. Hopkins CEO/Executive Director

Clearly, we are in full force mode to raise the funds in the community for this house. Raising that much money in San Antonio will be a challenge but we are confident the task can be done. Please contact us at Fisher House, Inc. if you would like to help (phone, 210-673-7500).

Fisher House II at JBSA Army Fisher House is now complete after the storm reconstruction (see article and photos on page 4). A $330,000 contribution from Fisher House, Inc. donors replaced all the furniture, appliances, and artwork in this house. The entire project was over $1.5 million with wall replaced, plumbing, new flooring, and major construction.

Mark your calendar for the highly anticipated Annual Fisher House, Inc. Golf Tournament scheduled on 6 November 2023 at the Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club (see ad below on this page with QR code). This golf tournament is known as one of the premier non-profit golf tournaments in the San Antonio area. The tournament will allow 200 golf players utilizing both golf courses at the Fair Oaks Golf Course. Registration is now open so please get registered as soon as possible because this tournament fills up fast. Opportunities to become a sponsor for the hole or the tournament will also be listed on the website at www.fisherhouseinc.org.

Our mission at Fisher House, Inc. would not be possible without the generosities of our donors and volunteers. Thank you for all the continued donations, support, and volunteer hours.

UPCOMING

Check our website for more updates or scan the code to the left www.fisherhouseinc.org/ golf-tournament

2023 EVENT

WHAT: 17TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT WHERE: FAIR OAKS RANCH GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB TIME: MONDAY 7:30AM - 2PM 2

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GUESTS AT THE FISHER HOUSE...

The Stovall Family’s journey

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June, 19, 2022 was the day that Janet Stovall received the call that her son Ryan had been in a very serious motorcycle accident near Fort Bragg, NC. Ryan, who is a Special Forces Officer in the U.S. Army and father of a 16 year old daughter, Zoe, was severely injured and unresponsive at the scene. He was taken to a local hospital first, before being moved to Greenville, NC. Due to his extensive injuries, Ryan was kept in an induced coma for 6 weeks after the initial surgery. After 6 weeks he was transported to the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX for further treatment. During this difficult time, The Green Beret Foundation paid for a hotel for Ryan’s family, who lives in Louisiana, so they could stay close to their son.

While talking to Ryan’s caseworker at the BAMC hospital, Ms. Stovall found out about the Fisher House and how they would be able to help her family during a time of need. At that time she did not know there was a Fisher House right across from the hospital where her son was receiving care. They moved out of the hotel and into the BAMC Fisher House that same day. Being able to be close to her son while he was going through endless treatment and multiple surgeries has been a blessing for the Stovall family. Ms. Stovall said, “I never heard about Fisher House before, but can’t express enough how grateful I am. The Fisher House takes a little load of the T-shirt in honor of Ryan Stovall’s pain and provides a comfort space for the guests that stay here. Fisher House friends fundraiser truly become family.”

After staying at the BAMC Fisher House for about 4 days, Ryan went to the Politrauma unit at the Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. The South Texas VA Fisher House would be their home-away-from home for the next six months while Ryan was receiving medical treatment at the hospital. Besides the support from his family, Ryan has had the tremendous support of his Special Forces unit. A group of his comrades would fly out once a month to visit him at the hospital in San Antonio and organized a fundraiser marathon in his honor.

The Stovall family at the Audie L. Murphy Medical Center in San Antonio

Ms. Stovall was the guest speaker at the Fisher House, Inc. Golf Tournament fundraiser and shared her son’s story, and what Fisher House means to her and her family. She said: “I was very nervous and thought I would be speaking in front of 20 people, when in reality it was close to 200 people. But in that moment it felt like 2000!” Even though she was very nervous, no one in the audience could tell and was moved by her story and son’s difficult journey. “I really don’t know how I could have done this journey without our San Antonio family...I count my blessings daily,” she added.

The Stovall family has since moved back to the BAMC Fisher House were they will be staying until their son will be able to go home. With 16 surgeries done and multiple to go, Ryan’s fight is not over yet, but everyday is one step closer to recovery.

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Ryan and Janet Stovall - 2014 Special Forces - Green Beret graduation

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BAMC RENOVATION HOUSE II Winter storm of February 2021

By Robyn Stewart, JBSA Army Fisher House Manager

Temperatures plummeted into the teens causing freezing

precipitation to develop through most of Texas in February 2021. Snow blanketed majority of all areas causing electrical and water outages for days. Texas came to a complete stand still. The staff at the JBSA Army Fisher House was not able to gain access to the installation for almost 5 days after the historical weather event began. Fisher House II was closed due to COVID and did not have residents staying there at the time.

The fire suppressant system froze causing pipes to rupture and the house to flood. So, staff was unaware of the situation until it was too late. The house had to be completed gutted, furnishings, appliances, everything. Damage was estimated to be roughly $1.5 million. Thanks to the Richards family and Fisher House Inc. We have been able to revamp the house and restore to it to its original state prior to 2021 Winter Storm Uri.

Statue of Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher, covered in dust during the renovation and repair of BAMC Fisher House II

Fisher House II dining room before and after repairs and renovation

Fisher House Inc. provided over $330K to furnishing and reconstruction of Fisher House II. They were able to do this thanks to all the generous donations provided to them. The house will be opened soon thanks to Fisher House Inc., and their supportive donors.

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❤ MEET THE MANAGER: Phil Harralson, JBSA Lackland Fisher House

Philip Harralson was born in Tucson, AZ and graduated from Fairfield High School, Pierce College, and San Antonio College. Phil has been married for 11 years to SFC (RET) Krendra Harralson and is father to Daniel, Christian and James.

Phil served in the US Army on active duty from 1994 to 2014 working in such positions a 1SG, Platoon Sergeant, Senior Drill Sergeant and Senior Instructor. Phil deployed several times while on active duty consisting of two tours to Iraq, two tours to Afghanistan and two tours to Kuwait. After retirement Phil continued his military service with the Washington and Texas Military Departments and currently serves as the SEA Senior Enlisted Advisor for his unit. All in total Phil has nearly 29 years of federal and state military service. Phil continues to serve the community through volunteer search and rescue and several service, philanthropic and fraternal organization.

Phil started his Fisher House work in April of 2016 and absolutely enjoys supporting the Fisher House mission of providing a home away from home for military families seeking medical care. For Phil it is about giving back to the military community, continuing to serve and helping others. Phil enjoys the outdoors, travel, road trips, walks and family time.

Phil Harralson at the JBSA Lackland Fisher House

COMMUNITY SUPPORT, CIRCLE K FUNDRAISER Circle K Texas has been a great supporter of Fisher House, Inc. For the past few years, during the month of November, they raised money at Circle K stores in Texas. Their latest fundraiser raised an incredible $72,788.19. Words cannot express how grateful we are!! THANK YOU, Circle K for all that you do to support our military members, veterans and their families staying at the Fisher House!

Circle K check presentation at the South Texas VA Fisher House. From left to right: House Manager Doug Dickson, Rick Garcia (Circle K) Brig Gen Charles Potter (Fisher House, Inc.) Francis Lapointe (Circle K), Dwayne Hopkins (Fisher House, Inc.)

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❤ SOUTH TEXAS VA FISHER HOUSE 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 2013-2023

The 10th year anniversary of the South Texas VA Fisher House. South Texas Veterans and employees gathered

around as John Mendoza; Deputy Medical Center Director for the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) shared a few words.

“We are grateful to have the generous support from Fisher Foundation and the support from our community partners like the ones we are proud to have with us today to support our Veterans and their families in South Texas.”

Many businesses such as United Rental, Bank of America, and USAA came out to support today’s event by providing bagged lunches, flavored popcorn, and Fisher House tote bags. As people enjoyed their meals, many people happily danced as “Fort Sam’s Own” 323D Army Band played New Orleans-styled music. Donations that are given from numerous companies throughout the year help continue to maintain the upkeep of the South Texas Fisher VA Fisher House.

The San Antonio VA Fisher House opened its doors in March 2013 as the 60th facility worldwide and the eighth in San Antonio, creating the largest concentration of Fisher Houses in a single city.

The Fisher House Foundation Inc. story begins with one man with one vision and idea. Zachary Fisher made it his mission to support the U.S. Armed Forces in a major way, designing and building homes for families to stay in while their loved ones recover at the hospital. Fast forward to today, that one idea grew to the first Fisher House that has grown to 94 Fisher Houses and is on the road to 100. Fisher Houses have supported hundreds of thousands of families. This network of comfort homes was created to provide a sense of normalcy during a medical crisis.

Over the course of ten years, the South Texas VA Fisher House has made quite a name for itself in a positive way, accommodating over 8,000 individual guests, including over 6,000 families, saving those guests over $656,000 in lodging costs. Additionally, the South Texas VA Fisher House volunteers contributed over 31,000 volunteer hours of their time to help support our Veterans and their families.

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American Legion Post Audie Murphy 336 Color Guard

Fort Sam Houston Army Band

Fisher House Manager, Mr. Douglas Dickson, was excited to see all of the smiling faces come out to support this event. “I am so thankful for all of the people that have gathered here today to support the ten-year anniversary of the South Texas VA Fisher House. Because of your support, and financial donations, we will continue to provide a “Home Away from Home” for our Veterans, Active-Duty service members, and their families.” He said. “But don’t rest easy thinking our work is complete; we are just beginning.

The 13,400-square-foot South Texas VA Fisher House has 16 guest suites, a kitchen, dining, and a family room area alongside a patio area with Pergola, Gazebo, and covered outdoor pavilion with a kitchen. There is no cost to stay at the Fisher House while a loved one is receiving care.

When asked what the best part is about managing the South Texas VA Fisher House, Dickson said “The guests. I love interacting with the guests, hearing their stories, and at times offering encouragement.” “Because Veterans and Caregivers have a stressful hospital environment, I want the Fisher House to be a stress-free “Home away from Home” environment where lodging is free, food is free, the staff are welcoming, and the accommodations are excellent.” Dickson added.

The Fisher House Foundation Inc. plans to break ground this year for its second South Texas VA Fisher House, which is expected to be fully constructed by 2024. By Keona Raynor, Public Affairs Intern

Volunteers from United Rentals

Construction is underway for the second South Texas VA Fisher House...

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Fisher House mission. We can’t do what we do, without their support, dedication, and countless hours. Fisher Houses are always in need of volunteers, from a few hours making a meal for the guests or volunteering every week, their presence is always felt and needed.

In this issue, we are highlighting Art Vazquez, who has been a dedicated Fisher House volunteer for many years.

Golden Eagle Club volunteers at the VA Fisher House anniversary celebration

“When I graduated from college in 1970, what I wanted most was to serve in the military. I drove to the US Army Recruiting office in downtown Fort Worth, Texas, and went in, excited to sign up.

I can still remember, I spoke with SGT Johnny V McCoin, who happened to be the Recruiter of the Year at that time. He put an end to my dreams when he told me with my four older brothers being active-duty military, he could not allow me to enlist because I could be a sole surviving son.

He explained the US Congress had passed a law sometime back that made it illegal for a sole surviving son to enlist in the military.

The closest I could get to serving in the military was to serve the military through my job at USAA (United Services Automobile Association).

As an employee of 17 years, I gained even more respect for the military community, both active duty and veterans, and learned some life lessons along the way, like treating the members as I would like to be treated, doing what is right for the members because it is the right thing to do, and Going Above for those that Go Beyond.

After retiring from USAA, I became a member of theUSAA Golden Eagle Club, which is an organization for retirees of USAA. I was an active volunteer, and in 2019, I was elected to serve as the Volunteer Coordinator for the Club. As volunteers, we continue to support the military and have enjoyed supporting the Fisher Houses - Fort Sam Houston, Lackland AFB and Audie Murphy.

VOLUNTEER IN THE SPOTLIGHT:

Art Vazquez, USAA Golden Eagle Club

While volunteering at the Fisher Houses and checking out the plaques, I was impressed that Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher dedicated their own money to the construction of comfort homes to allow families of hospitalized military personnel to stay free of charge to provide the support their loved ones need, when they need it most. I felt proud when I saw USAA had donated to local Fisher Houses to construct and remodel them. I also read that Mr. Fisher was instrumental in saving a ship, the USS Intrepid, from the scrapyard. That ship is important in my family. My late father-inlaw was a Gunner’s Mate who was very proud to have served on the USS Intrepid in the Pacific during World War II. As you can tell I am proud of our military and very grateful for what they do for all of us. I will always do what I can to support them.” - Art Vazquez, USAA Golden Eagle Club Volunteer

From our Cover Page...the Dirner family hosting a meal for the guests at the Lackland Fisher House. For more information about volunteering at the Fisher Houses in San Antonio go to: www.fisherhouseinc.org/volunteer 8

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DONATIONS

The Fisher House Family would like to offer their sincerest thanks and appreciation to all of those who have generously and thoughtfully provided their time, talents and treasures to support the guest residents of the Fisher Houses. We appreciate your encouragement for our continued success in service to support the military men and women, and their families who will benefit from the services of the Fisher House. The following “Friends of Fisher House, Inc.” have provided financial support between November 1, 2022 through April 30, 2023.

HONORARIUMS DONOR

Anonymous Craig and Julie Bare RC and Joyce Benson Cissna Park American Legion Post 527 Cissna Park American Legion Post 527 Cissna Park Sons of American Legion 527 Paul and Joyce Fulford Audrey Howell Peggy Malnati Peter and Katherine Muschinske Wayland Neely Dennis and Barbara Richburg Brenda Rumfield Sather Financial Group Bob and Ann Sherwood Bob and Ann Sherwood Bob and Ann Sherwood Bob and Ann Sherwood Bob and Ann Sherwood

MEMORIUMS

IN HONOR OF

DONOR

Bob and Ann Sherwood Jack Wiley Bob and Ann Sherwood Major Natalie Erker, USA Bob and Ann Sherwood Jeff Jones Bob and Ann Sherwood Jason Bartusiek Bob and Ann Sherwood Joanne Richards Bob and Ann Sherwood Joanne Richards Bob and Ann Sherwood Bob and Ann Sherwood Col. and Mrs. Danny Moore, USAF Bob and Ann Sherwood Bob and Ann Sherwood Francis D. Malnati Bob and Ann Sherwood COMPACFLT N01G Staff Bob and Ann Sherwood Leo Carnicom Bob and Ann Sherwood Mr. and Mrs. Pete Parsons Many Family Members Who Served Bob and Ann Sherwood Bob and Ann Sherwood Nancy Vandenberg Bob and Ann Sherwood Mr. and Mrs. Karl Kroeker Bob and Ann Sherwood Mr. and Mrs. Mike Pullin VFW Auxiliary 8136 Mr. Robert C. Speas William Blair Mr. and Mrs. Paul Fulford Edward Zielinski Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Clark Edward Zielinski

DONOR

IN MEMORY OF

Patricia Allen Anonymous Mary Ann Bartlett Barbara Beicker Terrence Bugno Anthony and Sarah Cain Irene Chase Martha Chrisman Richard Clifford Dave Coker Peter and Beverly Cote Teresa Edwards Russ and Sandy Frye John and Jean Gewin Thomas and Vicki Giehl Gary Goldberg Chuck and Carol Gorman Le Roy and Kathi Griffin Joyce Hart Hearn Engineering, Inc. Donna Herter Brian Hobson

Col. (Ret.) Harold E. Allen Eugene Funkhouser Wesley Bartlett Richard and Nancy Beicker Earl Stanley Chase Emory Howell Earl Stanley Chase Earl Stanley Chase Charles H. Smith Mike Bidus Deborah Lynn Cote Earl Stanley Chase Earl Stanley Chase Earl Stanley Chase Earl Stanley Chase Carol Goldberg Jeff Jones Earl Stanley Chase Earl Stanley Chase Evelyn Hearn Mike Herter Earl Stanley Chase

IN HONOR OF

Ms. Cindy Owen Dr. Andrew Hayhurst Dr. Scott Weeks Mr. and Mrs. Greg Holtzman Mr. and Mrs. Brock Ridgeway Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hayhurst Mr. and Mrs. Richard Emberson Mr. and Mrs. Grover Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hennebry Mr. and Mrs. Eric Speas Mr. and Mrs. Lowell Cornelius Mrs. Erica Jones Mrs. Mary Anne Owens Mr. and Mrs. Tim Bucci Mr. and Mrs. Don McAuslan Mrs. Kristi Grant Yorktown Veterans Col. Mark Vlahos Len and Anita Fisher Rudie and Vi Holmes

DONOR

IN MEMORY OF

Kiwanis Club of Greater Hilton Ben and Allison Kyzar Laura Liberty Deborah Maloney Rosemary Murphy Maureen O’Brien Charles and Linda Peters Jane Schneider Lisa Segroves Michael Sobol Michael Sobol Michael Standridge Lorene Temple Theodore Toten Trideum Corporation Robert and Julie Walters Steven and Susan Wesmiller Elnora Joyce Wolfe Elnora Joyce Wolfe Elnora Joyce Wolfe Steve and Kathleen Yates Edward Zielinski Edward Zielinski

Earl Stanley Chase Jeff Jones Charles W. Liberty Joseph P. Maloney All Service Men, Women and Veterans Lt. Col. (Ret.) Thomas J. McKernan Lt. Col. John Dale Peters, USAF (Ret.) All US Soldiers/Military KIA Earl Stanley Chase TSgt. Max Marksheid Col. Paul H. Terhune Kathleen Standridge HWE Pat Donovan Earl Stanley Chase Earl Stanley Chase Earl Stanley Chase Carl Luddeke Charles L. Wolfe Nicholas G. Milanovich Earl Stanley Chase Alice Castonguay Marci Woolf

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INDIVIDUALS

Edward and Sonia Esparza H. Rugeley Ferguson John Fiscella Blaine Freadman Jim Freer Garrison Family Fund James and Julie Gfrerer Royce and Beverly Gragg Charles Gray Dorothy Sue Griffith Bryan Guild Chris Hall Donald and Sharla Hamilton Brigitte Harden Shelby Hardin Tim and Suzanne Harrison Jay and Kay Heizer Larry Hix Thomas Hogan Andrea Huffman Ryan and Hannah Hurey Roni Hutson Dick and Judi Johnson Jerry Johnson Donald Johnston Gerald Kaiz Harry Knipp Galen Koehn Greg and Ellen Kubula

David and Linda Allen Andrea Alsawi Anonymous Donors Edward and Cindy Antoine Humberto Apolinar William and Sara Atz Lystra Baird Nancy Bjerke Mike and Micaela Buecher Terrence Bugno Jack and Rachel Bujalski Sondra Bump Mary Butterfield Charles and Daphne Camden Jason and Jennifer Canada Arthur Carreon Zan and Rhonda Christensen Virginia Clark Walter and Mary Jane Clinton Susan Clontz Kenneth and Elizabeth Cook Donald and Judith Cumming Dale Davis William and Charlotte Derrington Peter DiBetta Nick Donohue Sean Egan Anna Egger Keith and Jacqueline Elkins

Rich Laslo Thomas Lawrence Arthur Lee Leroy Luna John Mackie Family Roy and Ronas Mackrell Cara Main Peggy Malnati Mildred Currie McClanahan Estate Lachmi McClinton Christopher McGinty Clara Milanovich Bruce Moore David and Linda Moussette David and Laura Mullen Daniel and Veronica Munoz Michael Murphy John and Donna Narcum Wayland Neely Mike and Rosemary Nelson Nancy Nothaft Maureen M. O’Brien Al and Mary Pearson Helen Pronovost Peggy Ramsey Robert Reeh Harold Rowe Chad Rushton John Schaub Jane Schneider

2022 SAT AREA CHARITABLE CAMPAIGN Margot A. S. Arnold Teresa R. Bair Magdalena M. Carmona Amie Catherine Charney Laura Jean Corona Sharlyn A. Cruz-Damian Jennifer M. Dever Dion D. Dibrell Cynthia Duguid-Volker Tony Allen Fredrickson

Rosa E. Garcia Jeffrey Mills Gideon Holly M. Golightly Kelli Shvonne Haliburton Janet D. Hayes Jessie Hernandez Matthew D. Hollenbeck Heather P. Johnson Deborah L. Klein Misty R. Lambert

Ramona Luisa Love Estella V. Martinez Neil M. Meade Destiny Mujica Kimberly L. O’Brien Brian M. Pennartz Nicole Elaine Pompa Cindy Preciado Hector Salas Laura A. Sauceda

Scott and Connie Schneider Carol Schofield Margaret Schwind Sidney Scott Kristy Sevendsen Keith Shaffer Susan Shaffer William Slover Patricia Stach David Stelter John Stolte Kristy Svendsen Gloria Sylvie Thomas Szymanski Sidney Thurston Carl Tippen Robert and Claudia Titerle Bill and Linda Trodlier Michael Tyson Nancy Vandenberg Marjorie Vincent Mark Vlahos Timothy Ward Billie Jeanne Warner Dennis and Kathleen Webb Jason Wheeler Robert Williams George Willis Rosalinda Zamora

Julia A. Schneider Erin Schofield Mark Anthony Rebecca Beverly Sprouse Heidi Denise Staples Debra E. Stephens David G. Varela Theresa Lynn Whitefield Stephanie Sherwood Yagoda Alison F. Young

SPOUSES CLUB Cannon Spouses’ Club Ellsworth Spouses’ Club Laughlin Spouses’ Club Luke Spouses’ Club

ORGANIZATIONS

Air Force Village I Protestant Church American Legion Miles James Post 489 American Postal Workers Union Arlington Drove No 166

Mildenhall Spouses’ Association Mountain Home Officers’ Spouses’ Club Offutt Officers Spouses’ Club Randolph Spouses’ Club

Bandera Point Hallmark Club Ladies Philoptochos Society Lockheed Martin Aero Cares Margarite Sours Foundation 10

Sheppard Officers’ Spouses’ Club Vance Spouses Club Yokota Spouses’ Club

Oak Hills Foundation Our Savior Lutheran Church Women Rosemary Haggar Vaughn Family Foundation VFW Auxiliary 8136 West Fork Community Church

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BUSINESSES AND CORPORATIONS Alamo Craft Company Amazon Smile Beazer Charity Foundation The Benevity Community Impact Fund C.A.W. HVAC Company Inc. Christ Episcopal Church Circle K Stores, Inc. Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund

Fink’s Cigar Factory Outlet Genevieve and Ward Orsinger Foundation Give Lively Foundation iHeart Media International Bank of Commerce Lockheed Martin Employee’s PoliticalAction Committee PayPal Giving Fund

MILITARY CHAPELS 100 ARW/HC

Ranger Creek Brewing and Distilling The Rugeley Ferguson Foundation Sentar Singing Waters Vineyards SRC, Inc. Texas Board of Pharmacy Helping Hands Committee Schwab Fund for Charitable Giving USAA Federal Savings Bank

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FISHER HOUSE LOCATIONS SAN ANTONIO

The Fisher Houses in San Antonio provide service members, veterans and their families with comfortable lodging, food, and other services in their time of need….at no cost! These homes enable family members to be close to a loved one at the most stressful times – during hospitalization or healthcare for illness, disease, or injury. Believing that “a family’s love is the best medicine,” we want the patients and their families to focus on what’s most important: the healing process.

Our commitment to military and veteran families has never been stronger and we will continue to support the guests staying at the Fisher Houses whenever we are needed.

Brooke Army Medical Center Fisher House

Manager: Robyn Stewart (210) 916-6458/robyn.m.stewart.naf@health.mil

South Texas Veterans VA Fisher House

Manager: Doug Dickson (210) 617-5542/douglas.dickson@va.gov

JBSA Lackland Fisher House

Manager: Philip Harralson (210) 671-6037/philip.harralson@us.af.mil 11

FISHER HOUSE, INC.

Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage

7323 W. US Hwy 90, Suite 107 San Antonio, Texas 78227-3561

San Antonio, TX Permit No. 6450

CORE VALUES INTEGRITY. Be honest with ourselves and with whom we deal, building a foundation of trust and confidence through the organization and with our clients, stakeholders, and the community CARING. Sensitive to the needs of our clients, always ready to go the extra mile to provide responsive, compassionate support SERVICE. Give freely to others in need.

Willing to donate time, energy and resources EXCELLENCE. Continually strive to excel, to be the best in our field, and to maintain the highest standards of quality and service

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FISHER HOUSE, INCORPORATED BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Roger Burg (President) Mark Ferguson (Vice President) Anthony Bishop (Secretary) Jerry Hardy (Treasurer) Joyce Brown Hannah Hoke Hylbert Bryan Kuhlmann

Elizabeth Kuhlmann Jim Laffoon Gary McAlum

Richard Neal Charles Potter Rebecca White

STAFF

Dwayne Hopkins, Executive Director/CEO Andrea Desbien, Office Manager Irma Robinson, Program Manager as of July 1, 2023

www.fisherhouseinc.org

Fisher House, Inc., 7323 W. US Hwy 90, Suite 107, San Antonio, Texas 78227 210-673-7500