Check out this exclusive interview from Army Times featuring our very own Gary Sinise and U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Jason Ross who lost both legs to amputation and part of his pelvic bone back in 2011 after stepping on an IED in Afghanistan. Find out how the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program restored Jason’s Independence and supported his Empowerment with a custom-designed, mortgage-free smart home.

From Gary Sinise and all of us at the GSF Team, we just wanted to thank you for your incredible support of those we serve – our veterans, active-duty service members, most severely wounded heroes, the children of our fallen and their surviving spouses, those suffering the invisible wounds of war, their families and those in need. We are truly humbled by your gratitude. Thank YOU.

After creating a strong bond with the German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, Viki, her handler, veteran Jack Price, decided to take her home once she was eligible for retirement. However, years later, at ten years old, Viki began to show signs of hurting. That is when Jack reached out to the Gary Sinise Foundation. Through the Foundation's Veterinarians for Valor initiative, Jack was able to get Viki the help she needed.

When Bob Harris reminisces about his life, the 91-year-old Detroit resident describes it as “very, very interesting.” He’s not kidding. The WWII veteran enjoyed a five-decade-long career in Motor City's music industry.

The Gary Sinise Foundation Avalon Network is a nationwide cognitive health and mental wellness network providing transformative care to veterans and first responders experiencing post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injuries, and substance abuse.

If you’re a veteran in crisis or you're concerned about one, caring VA responders are standing by to help. Dial 1-800-273-8255 then press 1.