GALLARDO - HFOT CKO (HOME FOR OUR TROOPS COMMUNITY KICK OFF - CONFIRMED MISSION - US ARMY
Schedule
Sat, 22 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am
UTC-06:00Location
Bush's Chicken New Braunfels | New Braunfels, TX
HOME FOR OUR TROOPS (HFOT’s) COMMUNITY KICK OFF (CKO)The presence and participation of the San Antonio Patriot Guard Riders have been requested to take part in this joyous event. We have been asked to ride in a LEO supported procession and stand a Flag Line for the veterans and family to participate in the opening ceremony presented by Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). This ceremony will begin the process of building a specially adapted mortgage free home for: In 2004, Michael Gallardo enlisted in the Army, inspired to serve his country after the 9/11 attacks. Born on September 11, 1984, Michael believed the terrorist attacks that occurred on his birthday were a sign that he was called to a higher purpose.
On February 7, 2007, during his first combat deployment, Sergeant Gallardo was serving as a cavalry scout with the 3rd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division in Iraq when he was injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast. He sustained severe damage to his left foot, a broken wrist, tinnitus, and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
He was medically evacuated to Landstuhl, Germany before returning stateside to Brooke Army Medical Center. After 26 surgeries, doctors amputated his left leg below the knee.
Mike and his wife, Jahnean, are parents to sons, Tristian and Oliver. An avid fitness enthusiast, Mike placed 7th in the Javelin Throw at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. He finds his current house confining because of the multi-level layout where stairs pose a daily challenge. He is forced to wear his prosthetic leg to access the home’s upper floors.
A specially adapted custom HFOT home will give Mike the ability to move from room to room in his wheelchair in a single-level, barrier-free environment. The mortgage-free home will also reduce household stress and allow the entire family to focus on the activities they enjoy. “With a home without stairs, I will not have to stay home to rest my leg. I can go out and enjoy life with my precious family,” he says.
Originally from California, Mike is choosing to build his home in Texas to be near family and friends.
Mike would like HFOT donors and supporters to know it is difficult to find the words to express his gratitude. “There is nothing I can say to thank you enough for helping me and my family enjoy a better life. We are truly grateful for your generosity and support.”
WEATHER: Hi 72 / Lo 53, 10 % Chance of Rain, 78 % Humidity, Wind: 6 mph NNW
REQUESTOR: Shaquanta “Q” Bailey, Event Cord.
STAGING: 9:00 am, Saturday, November 22, 2025
Bush's Chicken
1232 S Business IH 35
New Braunfels, Texas 78130
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BRIEFING: 9:15 am
KSU: 10:05 am (Semper Gumby) “Wait for the phone call from the Rep.”
CEREMONY: Arrive NLT: 10:10 am
Goodwin Frazier Elementary School
1441 N. Business 35
New Braunfels, Texas 78130
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RC: Pete "Sea Dog" Johnson
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FC: Richard “Bean” Sandoval
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Where is it happening?
Bush's Chicken New Braunfels, 1232 N Business 35,New Braunfels,TX,United States
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