Healing4Heroes

What Healing4Heroes does

Healing4Heroes Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Peachtree City, Georgia, with operations expanding into Fayette County and Mobile, Alabama. Its core function is selecting and training rescue dogs from partner shelters — most notably the Newnan-Coweta Humane Society — and placing them as service companions with military veterans, service members, first responders, and civilians affected by PTSD, service-related injuries, and other disabilities. The organization's dual-purpose model simultaneously addresses veteran recovery and shelter dog rescue, differentiating it within the service dog nonprofit segment.

Service delivery is operational rather than technology-mediated. Veterans and civilians apply directly through the website; approved applicants attend in-person multi-day training classes held at least six times per year (typically in February, June, September, and October) at the Peachtree City facility, with eight handler-dog teams per class. Advanced training and family programming are delivered through the Camp Grace Retreat in Mobile, Alabama, operated in partnership with John 9:3 Foundation since 2015. An obstacle course is under development in Fayetteville, Georgia, with build days scheduled for May 2026, alongside a new permanent training facility in Fayette County.

The organization is funded almost entirely through charitable contributions rather than fee-for-service. Veterans receive services at no cost; civilians are required to make a donation. Donation tiers range from $50 (first bag of dog food) to $350,000 (purchase land and build the permanent training retreat), with intermediate sponsorships for cabins ($50,000), lodging structures ($100,000), full training classes ($80,000 for eight veterans), individual veteran sponsorship ($7,500), and individual service dog sponsorship ($10,000). Supplemental fundraising occurs via Kroger Community Rewards, the WoofTrax walking app, partner retail discounts (Big Ass Dog Co, Hero & Hound), and an annual Dog Days of Summer Gala. Headcount is 11–50 employees, and the community served exceeds 2,500 veterans, first responders, civilians, and families nationwide. The organization has been consecutively ranked among the top 30 US veteran nonprofits by Military.com and GreatNonprofits from 2019 to 2025, ranking #1 in Georgia and #5 nationally.

Name

Healing4Heroes

Legal name

Healing4Heroes Inc

Website

https://healing4heroes.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Healing4Heroes is a Georgia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that trains rescue dogs as service companions and places them with veterans, first responders, and civilians affected by PTSD and service-related injuries, serving a nationwide community of over 2,500.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Support Services

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Voluntary Health Organizations (813212)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Animal Welfare & Advocacy Organizations (AFAEALAC)

Keywords

• Service dog training
• Veteran support services
• Nonprofit service animals
• PTSD assistance dogs
• Rescue dog rehabilitation

Headquarters

HQ city

Fayetteville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations from individuals, sponsors, and partners. Donation tiers range from $50 to $350,000 for various sponsorship levels including training camp sponsorship, cabin sponsorship, veteran lodging, and service dog sponsorship.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Healing4Heroes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that rescues at-risk shelter dogs and trains them as service companions for veterans, service members, first responders, and civilians suffering from PTSD, service-related injuries, and other health challenges. It provides service dog placement, multi-day training classes in Georgia, and advanced retreat training (Camp Grace) through a partnership with John 9:3 Foundation. The organization is funded through donations and a tiered sponsorship program ranging from $50 to $350,000.

Product overview

Healing4Heroes is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating a single integrated service dog placement program for veterans, service members, first responders, civilians, and their families. The organization provides access to trained service dogs for individuals with service-related injuries, PTSD, and other health challenges. Core services include the Service Dog Placement Program, multi-day Service Dog Training Classes held throughout the year in Georgia, the Camp Grace Retreat partnership in Alabama for advanced training, a Veteran and Civilian Application Process, and an Obstacle Course currently under development. The organization also operates fundraising events including the Dog Days of Summer Gala and accepts donations through various sponsorship tiers ranging from $50 to $350,000. The community spans over 2,500 veterans, first responders, civilians, and their families nationwide. Healing4Heroes also offers a Walk With Us WoofTrax program for supporters to raise donations through walking activities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Service Dog Placement Program Connects veterans, service members, first responders, and civilians with trained service dogs to improve lives. Provides access to life-saving and life-changing service dogs, training, and ongoing support for individuals suffering from service-related injuries, PTSD, and other health challenges.
• Service Dog Training Classes Multi-day training sessions held throughout the year (February, June, September, October) in Peachtree City, GA where new and returning handlers learn to work with their service dogs. Each class accommodates 8 veterans and their dogs per session.
• Camp Grace Retreat Week-long advanced training retreat in Mobile, AL focused on advanced training, team building, and recreation for returning handlers and their service dogs. Partnership with John 9:3 Foundation since 2015 provides veterans, their dogs, and families a week of rest, relaxation, food, fishing, outings, advanced training, and camaraderie.
• Donation & Sponsorship Programs Multiple donation tiers supporting the mission, including Adopt a Veteran ($7,500), Adopt a Service Dog ($10,000), Sponsor a Training Class ($80,000), Sponsor a Cabin ($50,000), Sponsor Office/Caretaker's Lodging ($100,000), Sponsor Permanent Training Camp ($350,000), and various smaller amounts for specific needs such as vests, food, travel, and volunteer meals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving 2,500+ veterans, first responders, civilians and families nationwide

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• John 9:3 FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Since 2015, John 9:3 Foundation has partnered with Healing4Heroes to provide a week for veterans, their dogs, and families at Camp Grace. The retreat includes rest, relaxation, great food, fishing, outings with dogs, advanced training, and camaraderie.
• Newnan-Coweta Humane Society (NCHS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with NCHS Foster Coordinator who witnesses miracles during veteran training classes. NCHS helps provide rescue dogs suitable for service dog training.
• KrogerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKroger Community Rewards program allows shoppers to link their rewards card to Healing4Heroes. Kroger donates a percentage of annual spending directly to the organization at no cost to the shopper.
• Big Ass Dog CominorGTM or Marketing PartnerBig Ass Dog Co offers 10% discount with code H4H10. A portion of sales using the code is donated to Healing4Heroes.
• Hero & Hound Dog Treat CominorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner retailer whose products support the mission.
• Point27minorOthersSponsor partner listed on Healing4Heroes website.
• Prince ManufacturingminorOthersSponsor partner listed on Healing4Heroes website.
• Cargo Art USAminorOthersSponsor partner listed on Healing4Heroes website.
• Fayette County Chamber of CommerceminorOthersLocal chamber partnership supporting the organization.
• Signal 88 SecuritycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSignal 88 Security provides photography and website development services for Healing4Heroes. Listed as a very special thanks for their contribution.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• K9s For Warriors: K9s For Warriors is the largest U.S. nonprofit dedicated to providing trained service dogs to veterans with PTSD and other service-related trauma. Directly comparable to Healing4Heroes in mission (veteran-focused service dog placement), operating model (rescue-to-service training), and target donor base (military-affiliated philanthropists).
• ECAD (Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities): ECAD trains service dogs for people with disabilities, including veterans, and has a dedicated Canines for Combat Veterans program. Comparable to Healing4Heroes in mission, service-dog training methodology, and donor-supported operating model.
• Hero Dogs: Hero Dogs trains and places service dogs with veterans and first responders with disabilities, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region. Directly comparable to Healing4Heroes in target beneficiaries (veterans and first responders), service dog training model, and donation-funded nonprofit structure.
• Semper K9: Semper K9 provides rescued and trained service dogs to wounded warriors and veterans with PTSD/TBI free of charge. Highly comparable to Healing4Heroes in dual-purpose rescue-and-train model, veteran focus, and reliance on donations and community volunteers.
• America's VetDogs: America's VetDogs provides service dogs to veterans, active-duty military, and first responders with disabilities, including physical, hearing, and PTSD-related needs. Highly comparable to Healing4Heroes in target population, service-dog training methodology, and fundraising approach.
• Patriot Paws Service Dogs: Patriot Paws trains and donates service dogs to disabled American veterans and others with mobile disabilities and PTSD. Directly comparable to Healing4Heroes in donor-funded veteran service dog placement, geographic concentration in the southern U.S., and reliance on volunteer-staffed training programs.
• Paws for Purple Hearts: Paws for Purple Hearts provides service dogs for veterans and active-duty service members with TBI and PTSD, and integrates veterans into the dog-training process. Comparable to Healing4Heroes in mission, training philosophy (veteran involvement in training), and donation-driven funding model.
• Service Dogs Inc. Service Dogs Inc. (also known as National Service Animals) trains and places service dogs with veterans and individuals with physical disabilities. Comparable to Healing4Heroes in donation-funded service dog placement model and veteran focus, though it serves a broader disability population.

Broad incumbents

• Canine Companions for Independence: Canine Companions for Independence is one of the largest U.S. service dog organizations, placing dogs with veterans, children, and adults with disabilities across multiple regional training centers. Comparable to Healing4Heroes as a broader service-dog incumbent with overlapping veteran programs but a much larger footprint and diversified beneficiary mix.

Emerging players

• Dogs for Our Brave: Dogs for Our Brave provides trained service dogs to veterans and first responders with PTSD and other service-related conditions. Comparable to Healing4Heroes as a smaller, emerging service dog nonprofit with a similar veteran-focused mission and donation-driven model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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