NWFA Completes 86th R.I.S.E. Home with Gary Sinise Foundation
Key Insights
NWFA provided flooring for its 86th home in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program.
The home was dedicated to retired U.S. Army Sgt. Mary Dague, who lost both arms in service.
Peachey Hardwood donated the flooring for Dague's home.
163 NWFA member companies have donated over $7 million in products, logistics, and installation services.
Why this matters: This initiative provides critical support to veterans who have made significant sacrifices, offering them specially adapted homes to improve their quality of life.
In-Depth Analysis
The NWFA's commitment to the R.I.S.E. program highlights the flooring industry's dedication to giving back to the community. Sgt. Dague's story is a testament to the courage and resilience of veterans. After witnessing the events of 9/11, she chose to serve, and during a deployment in Iraq in 2007, she lost both her arms while protecting her team from an IED.
The R.I.S.E. program ensures that veterans like Sgt. Dague receive homes tailored to their specific needs, promoting independence and improving their overall well-being. NWFA members contribute flooring, logistics, and installation services, showcasing a collaborative effort to support those who have served. Currently, NWFA is working with members to source wood flooring for 13 additional R.I.S.E. homes in various stages of planning and construction. A list of all NWFA R.I.S.E. participating companies can be found at http://www.nwfa.org/giving-back.aspx?ref=yanuki.com.
How to get involved: To learn more about the program and how you and/or your company can get involved, contact the NWFA at 800.422.4556, or e-mail them at [email protected].
FAQs
Q: What is the R.I.S.E. program?
The R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) builds mortgage-free, custom, specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders.
Q: How many homes has the NWFA supported through the R.I.S.E. program?
As of May 2026, the NWFA has provided flooring for 86 homes.
Q: How can I or my company get involved?
Contact the NWFA at 800.422.4556 or email [email protected].
Key Takeaways
The NWFA and Gary Sinise Foundation are dedicated to supporting wounded veterans through the R.I.S.E. program.
Sgt. Mary Dague received a custom-built home with donated wood flooring from Peachey Hardwood.
NWFA member companies have contributed over $7 million to the program.
You can get involved by contacting the NWFA to learn more about supporting the R.I.S.E. program.
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