Mission Status:
April 2026 Deployments active in 45+ Forward Operating Bases
Frontline Relief Mission
Skip the Bureaucracy.
Support Our Troops Directly.
For 28 Years of Unwavering Service, The Homefront Bridge® has delivered combat-ready care packages directly to over 65,000 deployed heroes — bypassing bureaucracy, reaching the frontlines.
124,560
Care Packages Deployed
Hand-packed tactical relief delivered to active deployment zones since 1998.
45+
Forward Operating Bases Served
Active across global deployment zones, coordinated with commanding officers.
94%
Goes Directly to Programs
Military-grade stewardship — 94 cents of every dollar reaches frontline troops.
Frontline Relief Mission
Honoring Their Sacrifice, Protecting Their Homefront
For 28 Years of Unwavering Service, The Homefront Bridge® has been a beacon of hope for those who sacrifice everything for our freedom. Thanks to true patriots like you, we've delivered essential combat-ready care packages directly to over 65,000 of our nation's heroes — bypassing bureaucracy, reaching the frontlines.
A package is not a handout; it is a tactical and moral reminder that the nation they defend stands behind them. We build resilience on the front lines by delivering a piece of home.
Top-Rated 501(c)(3) Charity — 94% of Every Dollar Goes Directly to the Mission
CRITICAL TACTICAL MISSION
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Your donation funds the next care package for a deployed hero.
94% of your donation goes directly to the mission.
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A Piece of Home on the Frontlines
While our brave troops are deployed thousands of miles from home, an essential combat-ready care package can bring immense comfort. These are carefully curated tactical relief packages — filled with high-energy rations, hygiene supplies, and handwritten messages — delivering proof that America stands behind every soldier.
Verified Delivery. Absolute Accountability.
We coordinate directly with commanding officers and verified deployment rosters. Every package reaches the hands of a real American troop in an active deployment zone. No bureaucracy. No wasted dollars.
What's Inside Every Package
High-Energy Rations
Protein bars, jerky, trail mix
Hygiene Supplies
Wet wipes, lip balm, sunscreen
Comfort Items
Socks, hand warmers, eye drops
Morale Boosters
Playing cards, crosswords, puzzles
Handwritten Patriot Messages
Personal notes from fellow Americans showing their unwavering support
"When our unit received those care packages in Iraq, it wasn't just about the supplies — it was the reminder that people back home hadn't forgotten us. That handwritten note from a stranger hit harder than you'd think. It mattered."
12,000+
Frontline Troops Supported Annually
100%
Verified Delivery to Active Deployment Zones
"Receiving that package during my second deployment reminded me why I serve. It wasn't just stuff — it was proof that someone back home cares. That means everything when you're so far from family."
Make Your Impact
Choose Your Level of Support
Select a mission tier below. Every dollar is deployed with military precision.
Authentic field photo — troops at rest between operations
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Every contribution is deployed directly to our troops.
Every dollar is tracked and deployed with military-grade efficiency.
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501(c)(3) Tax-Deductible — EIN: 81-4529348
Our Story & Legacy
28 Years of Unwavering Service
Founded in 1998, The Homefront Bridge was born from a coalition of patriots with one unshakeable belief: the men and women who protect our freedom deserve our full and unconditional support.
What began as a localized effort to support deployed troops has grown into a relentless national mission. For 28 years, we've operated with military-grade stewardship — ensuring 94% of every dollar bypasses bureaucracy and lands directly in the hands of those who need it most.
Our work is guided by traditional American values: faith, hard work, and loyalty to our own. A package is not a handout; it is a tactical and moral reminder that the nation they defend stands behind them. We build resilience on the front lines by delivering a piece of home.
Our Sacred Duty
To deploy immediate tactical relief to our troops in the field and provide direct, critical support — maintaining absolute transparency and faithful stewardship of every dollar entrusted by American patriots.
By the Numbers
Core Values
Verified Integrity
Every dollar is tracked, every family verified, every package accounted for with full documentation.
Tactical Dignity
We provide tactical support that honors their service and reinforces the moral bond between soldier and nation.
Mission First
94% direct program funding. Lean operations. Maximum impact for every hero we serve.
Leadership & Integrity
Chairman of the Board
"The men and women who stand watch over our freedom deserve more than gratitude — they deserve action. Every dollar entrusted to The Homefront Bridge is a sacred obligation we take personally. Our duty is not merely to help; it is to ensure that not a single cent is wasted, and not a single hero is forgotten."
Col. Robert J. Sterling
Col. Robert J. Sterling (Ret.) — Chairman of the Board
Charitable Ratings & Certifications
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256-bit Encryption
Verified Secure
Charity
Navigator
Four-Star Rated
Platinum
Transparency
2025
Candid.
Accredited
Charity
Full Transparency
Financial Transparency
Your trust demands absolute accountability.
How We Use Your Donations
Financial Stewardship & Public Accountability
We hold our operational integrity to the same high standards as the heroes we serve. All financial records are fully accessible.
Q1 2026 Impact Report
NewJanuary – March 2026 operational summary. Active deployments, mission outcomes, and April 2026 field status across 45+ FOBs.
2025 Audited Financials
Rigorous third-party audit certifying our accounting practices and 94% program stewardship for fiscal year 2025.
Official IRS Form 990
Public federal tax filings demonstrating strict adherence to all 501(c)(3) non-profit regulations.
Your gift is 100% tax-deductible. Every transaction is secure and fully documented.
501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization • EIN: 81-4529348
Reach Our Team
Contact Our Team
Have questions about your impact? We stand ready to assist you.
Phone
Toll-Free: 1-800-874-4376
Direct: (703) 824-9142
mission@thehomefrontbridge.org
National Headquarters
The Homefront Bridge®
1100 North Fort Myer Drive, Suite 500
Arlington, VA 22209
The Command Face
Leadership & Command
Director's Message • Executive Office
Executive Director
U.S. Army (Ret.)
A Message from the Executive Director
"At The Homefront Bridge, integrity is our primary directive. For 28 years, we have maintained a sacred trust with those who defend our freedom. We don't just send packages; we send proof that America never forgets its own."
Col. Robert J. Sterling
Col. Robert J. Sterling (Ret.)
Executive Director, The Homefront Bridge®