Air Warrior Courage

Foundation

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SERVING THOSE WHO SERVE

Where
Camaraderie
& Caring
Continue.

The Air Warrior Courage Foundation provides direct support to military Active Duty, Wounded Warriors, Veterans and their families.

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501(c)(3)

Tax ID 77-0490412

CFC 8#11450

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6,000+

Families Assisted

7,500+

Grants Awarded

$25 m+

Good Serving

25+

Years Serving

How We Serve

How We Serve
Our Own.

No Warrior should face hardship alone. We stand beside our veterans and their families at every critical moment.

Emergency Support

Rapid emergency assistance to military veterans facing urgent financial hardship, medical crises, or unexpected catastrophic events.

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Family Support

Providing holistic support for families, ensuring they thrive during deployments, transitions, and periods of extraordinary challenge.
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Education & Opportunity

Grant programs and educational pathways that empower veterans and their families to build strong, secure futures.

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Emergency Fund

AWCF Wounded
Warrior Emergency
Support Fund.

The Air Warrior Courage Foundation aka Wounded Warrior Emergency Support Fund is an IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and is therefore eligible for personal or corporate contributions, as well as Combined Federal Campaign (#11450) and United Way donations. All support is an endorsement of the Foundation’s Guiding Principles.
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"Stand with those who have stood for us. Camaraderie is not just a word — it is a covenant we honor every single day."

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Over $20+ Million Delivered

Honoring Veterans
with Real Impact

We’ve proudly supported thousands of veterans, delivering over $25 million in benefits—including cash assistance, vehicles, travel experiences, and more. Our mission is simple: give back to those who gave everything.

01

Donate Online

Every contribution — large or small — directly supports military aviators and their families facing extraordinary hardship.
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Other Ways to Help

  • Employer Matching Programs
  • Vehicle Donations
  • Corporate Sponsorship
  • Planned Giving & Bequests
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OUR TEAMMATES

Proudly Standing
Shoulder to Shoulder.

We proudly work alongside these organizations to support Wounded Warriors, Active Duty and Dependents, Veterans and Cadets.

01 — FOUNDED 1967

Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association

A legendary brotherhood of combat pilots who flew in history’s most dangerous airspace, united by a promise to never forget those who didn’t return.
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02 — EST. 1940s

Tuskegee Airmen Inc

Preserving the pioneering legacy of America’s first Black military aviators — the Red Tails — while inspiring the next generation through STEM, aviation education, and scholarship programs nationwide.

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03 — EST. 2011

Gary Sinise Foundation

Founded by actor Gary Sinise, this top-rated veterans charity has raised over $300M — building mortgage-free smart homes for severely wounded heroes, serving 1M+ meals, and hosting 500+ support concerts for service members worldwide.

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04

Restoration Ranch

A refuge of healing and restoration for veterans and military families, providing a
supportive environment where warriors can recover, reconnect, and rediscover
purpose after service.

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05

Intrepid Leadership Group

Developing bold, mission-driven leaders by drawing on the extraordinary discipline,
resilience, and strategic thinking forged in military service — bridging the gap between military excellence and civilian leadership.

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06

Safe Harbor Foundation

Providing a safe haven and comprehensive support systems for veterans, active duty service members, and their families — offering resources, counseling, and community to ensure no warrior faces hardship alone.

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United by a shared covenant — camaraderie, courage, and care for those who serve.

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Ways to Make
a Difference.

01

Donate Online

Every contribution — large or small — directly supports military veterans and their families facing extraordinary hardship.

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02

Other Ways to Help

  • Employer Matching Programs
  • Vehicle Donations
  • Corporate Sponsorship
  • Planned Giving & Bequests
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Our Impact

$25M+

We’ve supported thousands of veterans with over $25 million in benefits — including cash assistance, vehicles, travel, and more.

We are incredibly proud to have earned a 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for the 15th Consecutive Year.

Therapeutic Riding Program FAQ

Are there any programs that would potentially benefit our community since our services are free?
 
ANSWER – Yes. AWCF support may be by cost per child/lesson (a personal scholarship) or, in the case of those TROs that do not charge participants, a blanket award to the Therapeutic Riding Center (TRC); all payments/donations are made directly to the TRC. Completion of the TRP Application is required for all participants.
 
How might a military family with a disabled child be reviewed for funding?
 
ANSWER – Military rank or branch of service is not an issue. The AWCF makes its decision solely on each child’s situation, medical prognosis and “need.” The AWCF reserves the right to verify the military status of the sponsor(s) and dependent status of the child involved, the medical condition of the child and the “need.”
 
Does your program provide support for military dependent children that do not have a diagnosed disability?
 
ANSWER – No, the AWCF TRP is designed to assist military dependent children receive disability therapy not covered by the traditional military service “safety-nets,” e.g. CHAMPUS, TRICARE, etc.
 
What is the advance timeline that they would need to apply?
 
ANSWER – Whenever a child is approved by the TRC for participation or is already participating, we will accept a completed TRP application and begin the process for possible funding. The AWCF approval process takes approximately 2-3 weeks to be completed and the Therapeutic Riding Center/family notified of whatever support is approved.
 
Is there a specific format?
 
ANSWER – Yes, please review our TRP Application.
 
Do you share participant information with anyone other than the AWCF, the Therapeutic Riding Center and family involved?
 
ANSWER – No. As with all AWCF philanthropic activities, all information is dealt with on a confidential basis unless, on a voluntary basis, written permission of all parties is obtained.
 
We are an EFMH (Equine Facilitated Mental Health) program, and the majority of our riders are able bodied but wrestling with many issues. Would your program be able to sponsor scholarship for those students if they qualified?
 
ANSWER – Probably not, as our program is not currently designed to support “able-bodied” children. However, our medical staff will review a child’s condition diagnosis/ prognosis statement, completed by his/her doctor, and make a determination of eligibility.
 
Some of our students are from families so broken apart that there is no contact between parents. Do you have access to military service information if the fathers are unreachable to fill out forms about their service history?
 
ANSWER – No, we do not have such a capability but the parent caring for the child should be able to provide sufficient information for our review. Having a “regular” family, i.e., not divorced/separated/etc, does not qualify nor disqualify a needy child from participating in our program.