Articles from Purple Heart Homes

STATESVILLE, N.C., June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Purple Heart Homes is honored to announce a transformative $1.2 million gift from the Scott Egert and Steve Egert Foundation. This generous contribution will support Purple Heart Homes’ ongoing mission to serve Veterans in Ohio through future housing-related initiatives in Lakewood and Rocky River Ohio.The Scott Egert and Steve Egert Foundation, created in memory of Scott Egert, a U.S. military supporter and twin brother to Steve Egert, is focused on supporting Veterans with affordable housing needs and animal rescue efforts. This inaugural donation by the foundation honors the values instilled by their late father, Howard Egert, whose wisdom and generosity made this contribution possible.“This first donation of $1.2 million dollars will hopefully provide a lot of support for wounded military Veterans and their families,” said Steve Egert. “These funds are available because my father, Howard Egert, was an excellent advisor in investing and many areas. My family is proud to give back in a way that honors his legacy and the service of those who sacrificed for our freedom.”Purple Heart Homes CEO and Co-Founder John Gallina shared, “We are humbled by the trust placed in us by the Scott Egert and Steve Egert Foundation and inspired by the legacy this gift represents. This donation will have a lasting impact on the lives of Veterans and their families, and we look forward to honoring that legacy in the work ahead.”Special thanks to Jim Rokakis, Tony Apotsos, Attorney Scott Lewis and Attorney Jeff Endress for their guidance and support in making this gift a reality.Further details about the project will be shared at a future date.

Statesville, N.C., June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Purple Heart Homes, a national nonprofit dedicated to providing housing solutions for aging and disabled Veterans, has named William “Bo” McDonald as its new Executive Director, following a national search process conducted by the organization’s board of directors, executive team and search committee.

Statesville, N.C., March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Purple Heart Homes (PHH) announced the addition of 7 Days for the Troops as an official chapter of PHH during the inaugural ‘A Southern Salute to the Troops’ event, held Thursday, March 20, in Tupelo, Mississippi. This partnership reflects a commitment to providing Veterans with safe, accessible and dignified housing.