DEDICATED TO CHANGING LIVES
ONE HUNT AT A TIME
"One of the most important things you can do on this earth is to let people know they are not alone."
Sonny Tapia, Founder
We are Sportsmen For Heroes
MISSION
Founded in 2011, Sportsmen For Heroes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing healing and empowerment through the outdoors. We create meaningful outdoor experiences for veterans and youth with special needs, giving them the opportunity to enjoy nature, build confidence, and connect with a supportive community.
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Through hunting adventures and outdoor programs, we honor the service and sacrifices of our heroes while helping participants experience the physical, mental, and emotional benefits that time in the outdoors can provide. Our goal is simple: to create unforgettable experiences that inspire, restore, and bring people together through the power of the outdoors.
MEANINGFUL
WORK
Sportsmen For Heroes provides outdoor experiences for veterans, first responders, and mobility impaired youth through guided and adaptive hunting opportunities. These programs create meaningful moments, build confidence, and help participants experience the power of the outdoors.
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With the support of our volunteers, sponsors, and community partners, we also provide opportunities for youth who are disabled or facing mobility challenges to safely enjoy the outdoors and create lasting memories.
IN THE NEWS
Important Updates
FROM DREAM TO REALITY: JAXON'S HUNT OF A LIFETIME WITH SPORTSMEN FOR HEROES
Sportsmen For Heroes had the incredible honor of providing Jaxon with the hunting experience of his dreams. Through the generous support of our sponsors and supporters, we were also able to present him with a rifle to make the experience even more memorable.
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If you would like to learn how you can get involved and help make a meaningful difference in the life of a hero, we encourage you to contact us.
INTERVIEW WITH SPORTSMEN FOR HEROES FOUNDER SONNY TAPIA: JAXON "The Legend".
I met this young man and instantly he was a breath of fresh air, being a young boy dealing with an awful disease. Jax never quit smiling, Jax is special, beyond belief. Each day that we spent with Jax gave us a reality check reminding us that we take a lot for granted. On August 13, 2023, we were fortunate to walk Jax to the ridge where his bear awaited him. I have been part of many bear harvests, but this one, beat them all, hands down,
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Jax never let his disability slow him down and I promise you, he is going to continue to thrive in any situation. - Sonny Tapia
A BIG HEART IN A LITTLE HERO: CHARLEY'S STORY
Meet Charley, a determined 10-year-old living with TAR syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects the bones in the forearm and causes a low platelet count. Despite facing many medical challenges and undergoing five major leg surgeries, Charley never lets anything hold her back. She dreams of becoming a kindergarten teacher and loves being a caring “little mom” to her six siblings.
When Charley received her first elk tag, it was a dream come true. With the support of Sportsmen For Heroes, she experienced an unforgettable outdoor adventure and successfully completed her hunt, reminding us all that even the smallest heroes can have the biggest hearts.
VETERANS
Transforming Lives
MOBILITY IMPAIRED YOUTH
The Future Looks Bright
DREAMS REALLY DO COME TRUE
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SUPPORT OUR MISSION
Healing thru Hunting
Founded with a mission to provide healing and therapeutic experiences for our nation’s heroes, Sportsmen For Heroes uses the power of the outdoors and hunting to make a meaningful difference. Our goal is to connect those who need it most with outdoor therapy that restores hope, strengthens the spirit, and creates life-changing experiences through time spent in nature.