We are gearing up for an amazing 2025 Weekend and we need your help! Currently we are in the process of selecting this year’s honorees. If you know a veteran you wish to nominate for a once in a life time weekend of experiences, please click the contact button below and tells us more about their story!
Recognizing Our Honorees!
Daniel Fondonella
United States Marine Corps
Daniel Fondonella served in the Marine Corps as an Infantryman from 2003 – 2007 in the 1st Battalion, 6th Marines. He deployed to Afghanistan and to Fallujah and Ramadi in Iraq….
Nathan B. Grant
US Army
Nathan B. Grant is affectionately known around the Hudson Valley as “Nate the Great,” a nickname he has more than earned for his years of service to the community….
Justin Hogan
United States Marine Corps
Justin Hogan grew up in Wingdale, NY and graduated from Our Lady of Lourdes High School in 2005. Justin enlisted in the Marine Corps shortly after completing a semester at Dutchess Community College in December of 2005…
Mario Claussell
US Army
Mario Claussell enlisted in the Regular U.S. Army in 1966 and served during the Vietnam Conflict from 1967 to 1968, continuing in combat and combat support roles until 2013…
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will the honorees do all weekend?
The four honorees will be participating in several outdoor excursions and other experiences throughout the course of the weekend. Over the years, the excursions have included fly fishing, off-roading in high performance vehicles, skeet shooting at premier gun clubs, helicopter as well as hot air balloon rides and much more. To watch a video of a previous Weekend for Warriors, click here.
Where does my donation go?
Weekend for Warriors is proud to announce that donations will benefit Mental Health America of Dutchess County’s Veterans Programs. They work with veterans in Dutchess County suffering from PTSD, suicidal thoughts, TBI, depression, addiction and other mental health issues. Learn more about MHA of Dutchess County Veterans Programs and the amazing work they do, please click here.
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We are proud to support the MHA VET2VET program, helping veterans set personal recovery goals and then get there, whether it’s by making a plan, developing the skills they need, or just giving them support along the way. Join us in supporting those who have put their lives on the line to protect us!
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We are proud to support Mental Health of America of Dutchess County’s Veterans Programs. They assist local veterans with services such as housing and employment, peer-to-peer counseling, suicide prevention, and recovery. For more information, please visit www.mhadutchess.org/veterans