Our Mission
Who We Are
Serving Those Who Served
At House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley, we provide no-cost home repairs and safety modifications for military and public safety veterans or their surviving spouse.
Our mission is simple: to recognize and honor military and public safety veterans or their surviving spouse who have served our country faithfully and sacrificially.
For many veterans, aging, disability, or financial hardship can make basic home maintenance overwhelming. A leaking roof, a broken door, or an unsafe bathroom can quickly turn a place of comfort into a daily source of stress.
We step in with practical solutions and a compassionate community, giving our neighbors the opportunity to be a hero for a hero.
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What We Do
A Repaired Home Is More Than a Construction Project
It’s a widow who feels secure behind a new front door.
It’s a disabled veteran who regains independence with a safe ramp.
It’s a family who can once again take pride in the place they call home.
Every project is a reminder that gratitude should be visible. Tangible. Action-driven.
Our Story
How It All Began
House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley was founded in 2008 by Wayne Anthony, the founder, and president of House of Heroes, Inc. Recognizing the pressing need to support the aging veteran community, Wayne envisioned an organization dedicated to honoring service and sacrifice through acts of kindness and restoration. Inspired by the original House of Heroes mission, which was established to provide assistance to military and public safety veterans, or their surviving spouse, Wayne brought the initiative to the Chattahoochee Valley region.
His vision was simple yet profound: to ensure that veterans and surviving spouses could live in safe and well-maintained homes, regardless of physical or financial limitations. The organization started with a small but passionate group of volunteers committed to making a difference one home at a time. Their first projects focused on essential home repairs—fixing leaky roofs, building wheelchair ramps, and improving overall living conditions for those who had once served the nation. What began as a grassroots effort quickly grew into a larger movement, drawing in volunteers, businesses, and community partners eager to support the cause.
Over the years, House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley has continued to expand its reach, completing hundreds of projects that have touched the lives of countless veterans and their families. Through generous donations, corporate sponsorships, and an ever-growing volunteer base, the organization has become a beacon of hope, ensuring that those who once defended our country receive the care and appreciation they deserve. Today, House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley remains committed to its founding principles of service, honor, and community. With each home repaired and every life impacted, the organization carries forward Wayne Anthony’s legacy—turning gratitude into action and proving that true heroes deserve to be honored at home.
Our Team
The People Behind the Mission

Josh McQuien
Executive Director
As Executive Director, Josh leads the vision and strategic direction of House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley. He works closely with community partners, donors, volunteers, and veterans to ensure the organization continues to grow its impact and serve with excellence. Josh is passionate about building strong relationships and turning community support into tangible action for veterans and their families.

Danielle Hoapili
Community Engagement Manager
Danielle connects the mission to the community. From coordinating volunteers and managing events to strengthening partnerships and outreach efforts, she ensures supporters have meaningful opportunities to get involved. Her work helps expand awareness and deepen the network of people who stand behind our veterans.

Donna Lowery
Financial Manager
Donna oversees the financial stewardship of House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley, ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible management of every dollar entrusted to the organization. Her careful oversight helps maintain the integrity and sustainability of the mission.
Board of Directors Officers
- Jeff Mellinger(Chairman)
- Andy Hilmes(Vice Chairman )
- Shane Ragan(Secretary )
- David BassTreasurer
Directors
- Ben MacMinn
- Brian Abeyta
- Daniel Gwinn
- David Pattillo
- Dick Nurnberg
- Jesse Andrews
- Justin Fleming
- Phil Collins
- Radiah Mallard
- Richard Moore
- Taylor Martin