John Gallina, Co-Founder of Purple Heart Homes, joined Good Morning LKN live from the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to reflect on the organization’s journey from its beginnings in Statesville, North Carolina, to serving approximately 4,000 veterans across all 50 states and Puerto Rico. He shares how his own military experience helped inspire the mission, the significance of building a home for Statesville veteran Jim Taylor, and why accessible housing can transform the lives of veterans and their families.

John also discusses two major milestones: the passage of the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act and his decision to retire after 18 years, with Steven Johnson stepping into the executive director role. As Purple Heart Homes enters its next chapter, he emphasizes the importance of collaboration, strong leadership, and ensuring the mission continues for generations to come. Learn more and support Purple Heart Homes at https://phusa.org.

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