Who We Are

Joining in 2014, Shelia wanted to give back to those that have served.  She has many family members that have served in the Military and she is very proud of their sacrifice. She and her husband Dave are active members of the American Legion, where Shelia is also part of the Ladies Auxiliary.   

Joining in 2021, Julie joined to give back a fraction of the sacrifice made by our military that signed up to serve and protect without knowing us, which she believes is the very definition of "selfless" and "hero".  She is the mom of two children and a very active dog while working as a massage therapist and building her business Tranquil Massage.

"America without her soldiers is like God without His angels!"

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Joining  in 2018, Stephanie is the wife of a veteran.  She has a deep respect for the military and the sacrifices made by military families knowing firsthand the effect it has.   She joined the organization to give back to those not able to help themselves.  

She and committee member Paul have four children along with four-legged kids. They have a veteran owned business Jellyfish Graphics.

 Cindy join in 2024 and has always felt that our veterans have given so much and received so little in return. She feels this is her chance to give back to them. Cindy over the years was involved with the Women of Today organization and is an Ambassador for MN 100. Cindy retired from Allina Health after 33 years. 

 Steve joined in 2024 in honor of his father’s service in the Persian war and wanted to give back to those who give so much for our freedom. Steve has a long history of service to others as he is a past Jaycee, Mason, Shriner, City of St Francis Planning & Zoning member, Council member and Mayor. Currently he serves on the St. Francis Charter Commission, President of the Miss St. Francis Ambassadors, board member of the St. Francis Area Chamber of Commerce and Ambassador for the MN100 Club. Steve is retired from the Industrial Products Division of Kurt Manufacturing as the Global Sales & Marketing Manager. 

Joining in 2024, Brenda wanted to honor the military members of her family - her father, uncles, cousins, friends and their children.  She knew they took time away from their lives to  keep us safe and free.  Support the Troops MN was a small way she was able to give back for all they did.  She also loves being a part of the communities where we work.

Joining in 2010, Bob and Dar are also co-founding committee members helping to grow and shape this organization to who we are today.  Bob is a retired Marine, while also serving in the Army Reserves for 11 years.  He is now retired from the Railroad.  Dar is a retired postmaster who has a deep love for our military and actively works to support them.  Both Bob and Dar spend many hours giving back in many ways and are also a true definition of "selfless".  Together they have nine children and several grand and great-grand children.

Barb joined the group in 2024.  As the wife of an Air Force Veteran, she wanted to get involved in the organization to help support other military families and Veterans.  She is grateful for her freedom and feels honored to be able to give back in this way.

Joining in 2019, Dale wanted to do more with the organization he had worked with as a volunteer.  He has a deep passion for patriotism and is grateful for the freedom our military defends.  Dale owns American Independent Remodelers with his committee member daughter Katie.  He and Gail have one daughter and several four-legged kids.

  Joining in 2024, Julie wanted to give back to all the men and women who have fought and continue to fight for our freedom. She also honors her father who served as a Paratrooper in the Army during the Vietnam Era. Julie has been an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 622 for many years. As well as being a committee member for the Twin Cities Walk for William Syndrome Association.