7 Days for the troops. Founder Scott Burns will be lifted to the top of a 20 foot tower inside the Fan Zone. He will stay there 24/7 for a total 168 hours

Purple Heart Homes is founded by and for our veterans and is operated as 501(c)3 Non-Profit organization founded in 2008 by Dale Beatty, and John Gallina. Both joined the North Carolina National Guard in 1996 and both were severely wounded in Bayji, Iraq on November 15, 2004. During their years of service to our nation both Beatty and Gallina responded not only to calls from the governor of North Carolina to help victims of Hurricane Fran and Hurricane Floyd but ultimately a call from the President of the United States to defend our country against terrorism by serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Their journey together is one of friendship, service, courage and leadership. Their shared experiences have created a strong sense of community and have instilled in them a humanitarian spirit to give back and make a difference in the lives of Service Connected Disabled Veterans of all conflicts.

Currently the Purple Heart Homes organization is made up of volunteers and professionals from
all walks of life that share a common belief and a common desire to give back to those who have
given so much for their country.

A volunteer Board of Directors is maintained for fiscal responsibility, approval and prioritization
of projects and fundraising assistance.