Folds of Honor: Supporting First Responder Families

2025-02-24

In this episode, we sit down with Luke Sherman, Senior Vice President of Outreach for Folds of Honor, an organization dedicated to providing scholarships to families of fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. Luke shares the organization’s mission, its 2022 expansion to include first responders, and the powerful impact these scholarships have had on families.We discuss how families can apply for scholarships, the role of community involvement in identifying those in need, and the significant rise in applications. Luke also takes us through the inspiring origin story of

In this episode, we sit down with Luke Sherman, Senior Vice President of Outreach for Folds of Honor, an organization dedicated to providing scholarships to families of fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. Luke shares the organization’s mission, its 2022 expansion to include first responders, and the powerful impact these scholarships have had on families.

We discuss how families can apply for scholarships, the role of community involvement in identifying those in need, and the significant rise in applications. Luke also takes us through the inspiring origin story of Folds of Honor and wraps up with personal insights and some fun rapid-fire questions.

Key Takeaways:

• Folds of Honor has awarded nearly 62,000 scholarships totaling approximately $290 million.

• The organization expanded its mission to include first responders in 2022.

• Safety and freedom are the core values that drive their mission.

• Scholarships are available for both children and spouses of first responders.

• The application process requires documentation to verify eligibility.

• Community support plays a vital role in identifying families who need assistance.

• The organization has seen a 300% increase in first responder scholarship applications this year.

• Folds of Honor was founded after Colonel Dan Rooney witnessed firsthand the impact of war on military families.

• The goal is to provide financial support and educational opportunities for first responder families.

• Stepping outside of one’s comfort zone is key to personal growth.

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