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Warriors Research Project
Warrior Resource Project
When we think of “basic necessities” in life, most people would tell you that includes food, water, and shelter. While it’s true that these items are essential for survival, surviving does not necessarily translate to living. By providing local San Diego Veterans and their families with reliable transportation, Warrior Resource Project is giving these families a resource that will allow them to engage with their communities and be a part of something bigger than themselves!
Warrior Resource Project had the pleasure of presenting a Ford F-150 pickup truck to Steven Greene, a local Navy Veteran, in front of upwards of fifty community members and supporters early last month at WRP’s very first Vehicle Donation Ceremony. The event was held at founding partner Del Mar Social’s venue in San Diego and featured plates of freshly cooked food for purchase along with drinks and games for the kids!
At the event, Warrior Resource Project shared with the audience how Steven came across their organization while doing a quick internet search for resources in the area that could possibly help him obtain a new vehicle. After applying, Steven went through a series of interviews where the team learned that he had been limited to working at a restaurant close to his home, despite having earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, due to lack of transportation. They then learned that Steven had been driving a motorcycle which was stolen from a repair shop while it was being serviced not too long before applying.
Warrior Resource Project admired Steven’s positive attitude and desire to keep pushing forward despite all of the adversity he had faced since being honorably discharged from the Navy in 2012. Steven went on to speak on the impact his new vehicle will have on his life including the opportunity to explore better employment options and the ability to take someone out on a date!
While Steven opened up and shared more of his story, everyone in attendance quickly realized all of the small things that most people take for granted in day-to-day life.
Why it’s important
In most cases, the Veterans that come through WRP’s application process spend upwards of 20 hours each week waiting on public transportation. When WRP recognized the gap between services available and physically getting Veterans to their resources, they realized something had to be done! It’s extremely difficult to get to-and-from doctors appointments, let alone extra therapies and activities that were developed to help Veterans re engage in our society following their service.
Warrior Resource Project’s Vision is to create a robust network to solely and collectively improve the quality of life of military Veteran families.
How it works
It all starts with a vehicle donation! When Warrior Resource Project (WRP) receives a donated vehicle, we then partner with one of the mechanic shops in our network to run diagnostic tests and determine what work needs to be done in order to make the vehicle reliable for the recipient.
Then, the WRP network of mechanics, autobody specialists, and others in the vehicle service and/or products industry donate their time and parts to fix the repairs needed to get the vehicle running and looking great. You’re able to identify a WRP supporting business by the designating decal in the window and the Official WRP Team Certificate hanging on their wall.
Once the WRP Team is pleased with the condition of the vehicle, it will be donated to a deserving veteran San Diego family - who desperately needs a vehicle to better their quality of life. WRP will also cover the cost of the transfer of ownership, taxes and any fees. The only thing that the recipient is responsible for obtaining is their own insurance. WRP will also cover the cost of all scheduled maintenance for 1 year.
Warrior Resource Project’s Mission is to gather the community, to rally around a vehicle that represents and offers hope; and as a community, to give a Veteran family that desperately needs a vehicle,a life changing gift.
https://warriorresourceproject.org
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