The Heritage of Heroes honors veterans and supports the people behind the stories. We are focused on preserving the complete story of military service members, encompassing the time before, during, and after their careers. Our goal is to transform their heritage into a lasting legacy.
This preservation effort also includes civilian war survivors and those from past wars who are no longer with us, including our Gold Star families.
We listen to veterans and preserve their stories in their own words, through writing, photographs, and recorded audio.
We participate in and partner with events that bring veterans, families, and the community together to honor their service and build relationships.
When veterans or family members reach out, we listen and direct them to organizations we have worked with that provide veteran resources.
We offer scholarship opportunities that support education, creative pursuits, or meaningful experiences for veterans and their families.
Our mission is to honor, support, and empower the U.S. Military veterans by preserving their enduring legacy, fostering meaningful faith-based community and connectivity, and providing critical resources for stability and well-being.
The John C. Boswell Scholarship honors the legacy of a WWII Navy Corpsman who served with the 3rd Marine Division. On February 1945, the Battle of Iwo Jima lasting 33 days, during the Battle of Iwo Jima, John valiantly applied his medical skills to save the lives of gravely wounded soldiers, demonstrating extraordinary courage when it mattered most.
Following a distinguished 23-year career in the Navy, John displayed his leadership as the manager of the HemisFair Holiday Inn in San Antonio, which thrived under his direction. Beyond his professional achievements, John was a devoted family man. He was married for 53 years and took immense pride in his children and grandchildren, whom he affectionately dubbed “Boswell City” in Midlothian.
United by a belief in the transformative power of education, John Boswell, Tracie Abbate, and Tom Holder established this scholarship to reward student determination.
We honor John’s legacy by supporting the driven goals he championed for the leaders of tomorrow.
In his honor, this scholarship is awarded to a student recognized for outstanding scholastic performance, artistic contributions to the Fine Arts, or excellence in electives that further their educational goals.
The Heritage of Heroes believes strong community connections make deeper impact possible. By working with trusted organizations and individuals, we’re able to connect veterans and families with support and strengthen the community around those who served.
Veterans Treatment Court is a local court program designed for veterans who are facing legal trouble. Instead of going through the traditional court process alone, participants are connected with treatment, support, and services to help them address underlying challenges and move toward stability.
Contact info:
Brent Dorrough
USMC/MGySgt. (Retired)
Program Manager - Veterans, Treatment Court
brentdorrough@elliscountytx.gov
(972) 825-5458
(214) 980-5421
Combined Arms is a nonprofit organization that helps veterans, service members, and their families find the support they need in one place. Their online platform connects people with organizations and services, making it easier to access help for housing, jobs, healthcare, and other needs.
Contact Info:
Krystle Kaszuba
Northwest Texas Regional Coordinator
krystal@combinedarms.us
(713) 364-5180
Javageddon Coffee is a locally owned, independent coffee roaster based in Midlothian, Texas. She is in Waxahachie, Texas at the Farmers Market every Saturday. She supports The Heritage of Heroes by offering a Coffee of the Month for sale. Follow her on Facebook for more information!
Contact Info:
(830) 302-0828
info@javageddoncoffee.com
One Sweet World Images is a local photographer based in Midlothian, Texas. They have served as photographer for The Heritage of Heroes events to honor our veterans.
Contact Info:
954.258.7488
kasey@oswimages.com
The Quilts of Valor Foundation is a national organization that provides handmade quilts to deployed service members and veterans as a tangible expression of gratitude and care. The Heritage of Heroes helps connect eligible veterans and families with the Quilts of Valor nomination process.
Unite Ellis is a collaborative network mobilizing all sectors of Ellis County to help meet the needs of the community in our help to our neighbors to thrive.
Contact Info:
info@uniteellis.org
1-888-INFO-CARE
Holidays & Heroes honors and supports the men and women stationed at Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base and throughout North Texas—providing Thanksgiving meals, heartfelt Christmas celebrations, and year-round community support for our heroes and their families.
Contact Info:
Kerre Randell Ortegel
President & Founder
kerre@holidaysandheroes.org
817-999-3299
www.facebook.com/holidaysandheroesfw
Instagram: @holidaysandheroesfw
Our Boulder Crest Texas location provides science-backed training and a place for military, veterans and first responders to rediscover themselves and forge new bonds.
Finding strength in the fellowship of other Gold Star Mothers who strive to keep the memory of our sons and daughters alive by working to help veterans, those currently serving in the military, their families, and our communities.
Keep 'Em Flying
We use the aircraft to Educate, Inspire and Honor through flight and living history experiences. The planes travel the US and tell the story of the sacrifice and dedication of the Greatest Generation.
Contact Info:
DFWWingOperations@gmail.com
