Military Branch: Army
Location: Minnesota
Build Completion: 2014

Specialist Andrew Hanson joined the United States Army National Guard while still in high school in 2003. While serving in CSC Scania, Iraq in 2007, Specialist Hanson was hit by an explosive forced projectile (EFP) and lost both of his legs. After hearing Hanson’s story, Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors (JAH4WW) purchased additional land from Hanson’s neighbors to help expand upon his existing home.

In March of 2014, JAH4WW along with a dozen contributors and volunteers successfully completed the remodel of Hanson’s newly accessible home. The remodel includes an open kitchen, widened doorways, indoor and outdoor ramps, and new appliances just to name a few. Lund Boats also partnered with JAH4WW foundation to provide Hanson with a new boat, so he can continue to enjoy his passion for walleye fishing.

MESSAGES FROM SUPPORTERS

  • Brian Hanson
    on June 29, 2023, 3:27 pm
    Thank you Andrew
  • Kelly Halverson
    on July 1, 2022, 5:40 am
    Thank you Andrew
  • Casey and Tyler Elbers
    on June 30, 2022, 10:54 pm
    Thank you for your service!
  • Sandra L Bird
    on June 30, 2022, 10:09 pm
    Andrew, you have come along way, an inspiration to all, I'm so glad I got to meet you, you are so awesome. Your life changed forever that terrible day, but because of a great support system you have prevailed. Keep up the great work.
  • Dee Scott
    on June 30, 2022, 2:48 pm
    Hi Andrew! I hope you are doing well! and thank you for your service. Your current home is occupied by a great young couple! take care, your old neighbor - Dee Scott
  • Beth Ramm
    on June 30, 2022, 12:52 pm
    Thank You for your service, Andrew!
  • Christine Reisch
    on June 30, 2022, 12:13 pm
    Hey Andrew! Thank you for your service! You are an inspiration to so many than you can imagine! Just as I can’t imagine the hard things you had to do but , you did! I appreciate YOU and all service people
  • Mary
    on June 30, 2022, 11:19 am
    Thank you for your service. You are a true hero.
  • Bridget Connell
    on June 30, 2022, 10:28 am
    Thank you Andrew for your bravery and sacrifice.
  • Linda DeSplinter
    on June 30, 2022, 4:52 am
    Hi Andrew! Wow, I thought about you today before jumping on FB to see this. I actually had a conversation about you with a friend who just recently moved here and served a few tours. Than you for your service and kudos to you for where you are at today! Just riding by your house on Hwy 75 sparks a memory!!!
  • Tashia Klosterbuer
    on June 30, 2022, 4:02 am
    Andrew, you are a true inspiration! Thank you for your service! Hope you’re catching a lot of walleye!!
  • Jen Rolfs
    on June 30, 2022, 3:21 am
    Thank-you Andrew for service!
  • Andy
    on June 30, 2022, 3:20 am
    Thank You sir. I hope you continue to rip lips! Tight lines.
  • Jody Reisch
    on June 30, 2022, 3:19 am
    Love ya man! So blessed to know you. Very proud of you and your accomplishments! Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our great Nation.
  • Becky&Dave Ranschau
    on June 30, 2022, 2:57 am
    Thank you Andrew!🇺🇸🙏🏻❤️
  • Tanya K
    on June 30, 2022, 2:38 am
    Thanks for your service Andrew. You're a true guitar hero.
  • Mariechapin
    on June 30, 2022, 2:35 am
    Thank you for your service Andrew!
  • Jen Schilling
    on June 30, 2022, 2:33 am
    Thank You is not enough You are a true inspiration
  • Tammy Rensch
    on June 30, 2022, 2:17 am
    Thank you Andrew for your service!
  • Deb Hanson
    on November 13, 2020, 5:23 pm
    Thank you, Andrew, for your service and for being an inspiration to so many! Love, your aunt Deb

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