Becoming Unstoppable
Warrior Reunion Foundation
A community on a mission to reconnect
When Warrior Reunion Foundation became a Purple Paladin in 2021, they were already dedicated to understanding and serving the veteran community. Founder James Ferguson, a combat veteran himself, recognized how lifechanging it can be for military units to reunite. But with only one staff member and limited resources, his organization sought support needed to reconnect more veterans.
In their own words, Warrior Reunion Foundation leaders share how becoming a Purple Paladin jumpstarted their journey to becoming unstoppable.
“I’m James Ferguson. And I’m becoming unstoppable.”
Becoming a Purple Paladin has opened new doors for us to serve our community and our mission. Grant Thornton’s support goes beyond funding; it’s about joining a community that fosters long-term growth. My team and I are proud to share how much we’ve grown in just a few years — from expanding our reunions, to partnering with like-minded organizations and furthering our reach to more veterans, Gold Star families and volunteers.
Warrior Reunion Foundation: Our journey (so far)
“Becoming a Purple Paladin has been transformative for us. Beyond financial support, it has professionalized our organization and prepared us for future growth as we scale.”
- James Ferguson
Founder and CEO, Warrior Reunion Foundation
As a Purple Paladin, we’re becoming unstoppable.
Becoming a Purple Paladin brought us invaluable exposure and unwavering support from the Grant Thornton community. Their unique approach ignited our capacity to expand our team, host more reunions, serve more veterans and Gold Star families and ultimately, save more lives.
10 reunions held in 2021, 27 reunions planned for 2024
300 combat veterans and Gold Star families connected in 2021 and 2,000 veterans and Gold Star families connected in 2024
1 full-time staff member in 2021 and 3 full-time staff members in 2024
A community on a mission
From day one, Grant Thornton exceeded our expectations. Beyond our initial partnership, their involvement in support calls, strategic planning meetings and volunteer and fundraising events has made a huge difference across our organization. Several team members even joined a hike at one of our reunion events at Camp Pendleton, showing genuine care for our cause and community. Their dedication not only impacts our veterans and families but also inspires others to join our mission.
The Purple Paladin program amplifies our impact.
From the start, Grant Thornton funded three full reunions.
They rise to the challenge.
They go beyond fundraising, actively participating in our events around the country.
They’re consistent and committed.
The team continues to provide business guidance as our needs and goals evolve.
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