Warrior Bonfire Program

Warrior Bonfire Program 501(c)(3) serving post 9/11 Purple Heart Veterans & spouses. Adventure based trips across the country providing therapeutic healing.

We will be in Bridge City June 27 for Red, White and You. Come find our booth, hear from our veterans on stage, and stay...
06/01/2026

We will be in Bridge City June 27 for Red, White and You. Come find our booth, hear from our veterans on stage, and stay for the drone show. Hope to see you there!
warriorbonfireprogram.org/events/red-white-you/

Warrior Bonfire is heading west in search of something simple, but deeply needed — peace, joy, and the space to breathe ...
05/28/2026

Warrior Bonfire is heading west in search of something simple, but deeply needed — peace, joy, and the space to breathe again.

This new retreat offers spouses the opportunity to pause, reset, and reconnect with themselves alongside others who understand the unique role of caring for a Purple Heart recipient.

Set in the rich cultural landscape of Santa Fe, the retreat is centered on restoration, creativity, and meaningful connection. Experiences include a deeply relaxing session in a Himalayan salt cave, a scenic ride aboard the Sky Railway with themed excursions, and time spent wandering historic Canyon Road’s galleries and studios.

Participants will also explore local museums and botanical gardens, enjoy a hands-on cooking class, and visit Santa Fe’s renowned chocolate house — all woven together with unstructured time to rest, reflect, and recharge.

This retreat is about more than getting away. It’s about returning home renewed, supported, and better equipped to continue the important role of caring for the ones they love.

The VetStock 2026 lineup is officially set and we could not be more excited.Hazel Miller and The Collective. The Jack Ha...
05/28/2026

The VetStock 2026 lineup is officially set and we could not be more excited.

Hazel Miller and The Collective. The Jack Hadley Band. Velvet Denim. Plus 25 more bands across June 12 to 14 at Max Taps in Highlands Ranch. Free admission. All ages. Food trucks onsite. VIP sections available for purchase.

Every dollar raised supports Purple Heart recipients and their families. Come be part of it.

warriorbonfireprogram.org/events/vetstock

Next up: Heart of the Rockies Couples Retreat.Set in the peaceful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this retreat is designed to ...
05/27/2026

Next up: Heart of the Rockies Couples Retreat.

Set in the peaceful Colorado Rocky Mountains, this retreat is designed to help couples step away from daily demands and return to what grounds them most which is the support that starts at home.

Created for couples navigating the unique challenges that can accompany combat-related wounds, this experience focuses on strengthening relationships through intentional connection, shared moments, and time to simply be together.

Throughout the weekend, couples will enjoy horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, a scenic ski lift ride, relaxing hot springs, and a visit to a local rodeo. The pace allows for gentle adventure, meaningful downtime, and the chance to connect with other couples who understand the journey. So much love and appreciation to Granby Ranch, who is providing dinner for our couples and setup of our Bonfire ceremony.

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacr...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the foundation of the freedoms we enjoy every day, and their courage will never be forgotten.

Our mission is rooted in the belief that no veteran should walk alone after service. Through fellowship, connection, and healing in the outdoors, we strive to support the veterans who continue carrying the weight of service long after they return home. Memorial Day reminds us why that mission matters so deeply.

As we honor those who never made it home, we also recommit ourselves to standing beside the veterans, families, and brothers- and sisters-in-arms who carry their memory forward every day.

Today, we remember the fallen. We honor their legacy by continuing to care for those who served beside them. 🇺🇸

🎶🇺🇸 Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at Vetstock 2026!Join us June 12–14 at Max Taps for three days of live music,...
05/22/2026

🎶🇺🇸 Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at Vetstock 2026!

Join us June 12–14 at Max Taps for three days of live music, community, and support for our nation’s Purple Heart recipients. General admission is FREE, and all are welcome to come out and be part of this incredible charity event benefiting veterans through the Warrior Bonfire mission.

Enjoy performances from headliners Hazel Miller & The Collective, The Jack Hadley Band, Velvet Denim, and many more talented artists throughout the weekend. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

The weekend will conclude with a powerful and patriotic experience you won’t want to miss: the Warrior Bonfire American Flag Retirement Ceremony. 🇺🇸🔥

Come celebrate, honor, and support those who have sacrificed so much for our country: https://warriorbonfireprogram.org/events/vetstock/

To our incredible Warrior Bonfire family and friends, and our extended families of the Southern Heritage Air Foundation,...
05/21/2026

To our incredible Warrior Bonfire family and friends, and our extended families of the Southern Heritage Air Foundation, the Commemorative Air Force, and the Associated General Contractors of America,

Words cannot fully express how deeply moved we are by the overwhelming love and support you have shown following the passing of our founder, Dan Fordice. Your messages, calls, prayers, and kind words have meant more than you will ever know.

Dan poured his heart and soul into this program not for recognition, but because he believed that we are truly making a difference in the lives of our Purple Hearts that we serve. His vision lives on in every veteran whose life has been touched by this program, and your response this week is a testament to the legacy he built.

Dan would not want us to mourn in silence, he would want us to keep the fire burning. And because of you, we will.

Thank you for standing with us. Thank you for honoring him. We are forever grateful.

The Warrior Bonfire Program

Today is Hudson Valley Gives -- and Warrior Bonfire Program is part of it. For one day only, you can give directly to fu...
05/20/2026

Today is Hudson Valley Gives -- and Warrior Bonfire Program is part of it. For one day only, you can give directly to fully funded retreats for post-9/11 Purple Heart recipients. These aren't just outdoor trips. They're the moment a combat-wounded warrior finally opens up. Finally feels understood. Finally finds their people -- around a bonfire, with brothers and sisters who get it. Give today at the link in our bio. Giving closes at 11:59 PM tonight. Every dollar goes straight to the mission.
Link: https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/warrior-bonfire-program

Thank you for the outpouring of support following the passing of Dan. Below is a schedule of services to honor his life.
05/15/2026

Thank you for the outpouring of support following the passing of Dan. Below is a schedule of services to honor his life.

Yesterday, we lost a giant.Our founder, Dan Fordice, passed away Tuesday doing something he loved. A P-51 Mustang pilot,...
05/13/2026

Yesterday, we lost a giant.

Our founder, Dan Fordice, passed away Tuesday doing something he loved. A P-51 Mustang pilot, patriot, visionary, and friend, Dan lived life larger than life itself.

But to those of us fortunate enough to know him personally, his greatest legacy was never the airplanes, the adventures, or the accomplishments. It was people.

Dan had a remarkable gift. Every person he met felt seen, heard, valued, and important. He carried joy into every room, every conversation, and every retreat. He often said he could never have a bad day after spending time with our Purple Heart veterans, because they reminded him what truly mattered in life.

Through the Warrior Bonfire Program, Dan helped save lives. Countless veterans across this country credit him with helping them rediscover purpose, brotherhood, healing, and hope. His impact cannot be measured because it lives inside the hearts of the people he served.

Dan taught all of us how to be grateful for what we have, how to share it generously, and how to spread joy wherever we go. He believed deeply in the mission that became the heartbeat of Warrior Bonfire Program:

“Pain shared is pain divided. Joy shared is joy multiplied.”

Those words will continue to guide us.

We are heartbroken. There are no words for how deeply he will be missed in every corner of this country. But we thank God for the time we had with him, for the laughter, the wisdom, the generosity, and the love he poured into so many lives.

And we promise this:
We will continue what Dan started.
We will continue serving the great men and women who sacrificed so much for this nation.
We will continue building bonfires, brotherhood, healing, and hope.

Dan Fordice will always be larger than life.
And he will always be part of every Warrior Bonfire.

Rest easy, Dan. We’ll take it from here. 🇺🇸

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