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Information and articles about supporting our military members and their families through a variety of organizations such as Wounded Warriors and other veteran organizations.

Bret Michaels Contributes To Operation Welcome Home Benefiting Military Heroes

Bret Michaels Contributes To Operation Welcome Home Benefiting Military Heroes

As the son of a veteran, Bret Michaels continues his longstanding commitment in support of our nation’s brave service men/women and first responders. Each night during shows on his record breaking “Party Starts Now” tour Michaels honors local heroes by bringing them onstage to pay tribute. In addition through his Life Rocks Foundation, each night Bret also makes monetary contributions to local charities across the country. While performing to a record crowd in Morgantown, West Virginia, Michaels met Tim Wolfe…

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TeamBretMichaels.com Story: A Daughter’s Hero Is Her Veteran Father

TeamBretMichaels.com Story: A Daughter’s Hero Is Her Veteran Father

With Veterans Day approaching, I’m asking to share the attached photo of my 91 year old Dad. Dad is a World War II Veteran, he was a Japanese prisoner of war, one of only 7 whom survived the camp. He’s now the last living. He’s not only a Veteran, but my Hero.  GO NAVY! – Michelle Lavelle   Do you have a story of giving back, supporting charities, overcoming obstacles, a story of strength, inspiration through music to battle through…

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Veteran Couple & Pet Parents Thank Bret For Inspiration During Diabetes Fight, Military Support & Pet Charities

Veteran Couple & Pet Parents Thank Bret For Inspiration During Diabetes Fight, Military Support & Pet Charities

I have been a fan of Bret Michaels for as long as I can remember but what I didn’t know was just how many of my life experiences he could relate to or what an inspirational person he would become for me. Even several years later when I had an opportunity to see Bret Michaels live (twice in fact, once in 2003 and again in 2006 I believe) at Burlington Steamboat Days, I still had no idea. The only thing…

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TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Shelley Finds Inspiration In Bret

TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Shelley Finds Inspiration In Bret

In my first letter to you in 2012, I had just returned from your concert appearance in Peachtree City, Georgia. It was one of the most memorable nights of my life. You are a fighter, a champion, and a beautiful talented soul with your passion for helping people and animals. I recall in my first letter, I mentioned I was having health issues and pain, and from what at that time I had no idea, and I could barely get…

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TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Local Hero Presents Bret With Military Honor

TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Local Hero Presents Bret With Military Honor

The presentation was made after Bret’s concert in Texas. When I walked up to present Bret with this military flag honor, he had a very serious look and listened very closely to what I was saying. At the point I was ready to present the shadow box, he stopped me, grabbed some of people that were in the room and said “you have to see this, this is insane” and somewhat brought the room to quiet. I gave a short…

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TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Tammy’s Tattoo In Honor Of Bret’s Military Support

TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Tammy’s Tattoo In Honor Of Bret’s Military Support

After spending 20 years in the Army, this was a retirement tattoo that I’ve always wanted to get. A portrait of my favorite person and inspiration who has always supported troops and their families. This one is for you Bret! I will see you April 26th in WV. You can see it in person! With much Love, Tammy Do you have a story of giving back, supporting charities, overcoming obstacles, a story of strength, inspiration through music to battle through…

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TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Mark’s Military Appreciation

TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org Story: Mark’s Military Appreciation

Dear Bret, I would truly like to thank you for all you do for our military. I am an ARMY brat and love that fact. My father served 3 tours in Vietnam, my Grandfather (Sidney Lawrence Bradford) past away in 2010 after 30 years of service, three time war vet in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. That was my true to heart hero. One of the few last greats, he was in so many battles I have no idea how my…

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TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org story: A daughter’s compassion makes a mother’s dream come true

TeamBretMichaels.com / LifeRocksFoundation.org story: A daughter’s compassion makes a mother’s dream come true

Hello, My name is Jessica Babcock. I am 16 years old and am writing in hopes you will help my moms dream come true. She is a HUGE Bret Michaels fan-she has seen him 6x all over the place including Tampa FL where she was in the frontrow! I write because my mom is a young widow. My dad John died a few years ago from a massive heart attack, we found him collapsed in our bathroom where he hit…

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