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Andrea Unzueta wins the 2022 Committed to America’s Heroes sweepstakes
June 1, 2023
‘I Am Forever Grateful’: Committed to America’s Heroes Winner Feels Blessed to Receive New Toyota Highlander

Andrea Unzueta is the first military spouse to be selected as a Hiring Our Heroes’ sweepstakes winner.

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Sen. Elizabeth Dole accepts lifetime award
November 15, 2022
Sen. Elizabeth Dole Honored For Lending Her Voice to America’s Hidden Heroes

Dole was among award recipients recognized at the 12th annual Lee Anderson Hiring Our Heroes Awards Gala.

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Hiring Our Heroes President Eric Eversole hands car keys to this Air Force veteran
April 5, 2022
Nevada Air National Guardsman Receives New Toyota, Thanks to Hiring Our Heroes

This is the fourth time Hiring Our Heroes has given a new Toyota to a veteran.

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Army veteran wins 2021 Transition Trucking award
January 4, 2022
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes Announces Winner of 2021 Transition Trucking Award

Drivers are nominated by their carriers for the chance to win a fully loaded Kenworth T680 truck to accelerate their newfound trucking careers.

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2020 Transition Trucking Winner Ivan Hernandez in his cab
June 11, 2021
Transition Trucking Winner’s YouTube Channel Aims to Answer ‘What’s Next’ Question for Veterans

The nomination deadline for the 2021 Transition Trucking award is 5 p.m. EDT on July 31, 2021.

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Suzie Schwartz holding the Bonnie Amos Impact Award for Lifetime Achievement
May 21, 2021
‘She Opens Doors:’ Hiring Our Heroes Recognizes Suzie Schwartz Among 2021 Military Spouse Impact Award Honorees

Suzie Schwartz has impacted countless military families in her celebrated work as a military spouse, as an advocate, and as a friend.

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March 31, 2021
‘Who Gives Away a Car?’ Hiring Our Heroes Surprises Army Veteran with Toyota 4Runner

More than 85,000 entries were received in the annual Committed to America’s Heroes sweepstakes.

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December 4, 2020
2020 Transition Trucking Winner Encourages Veterans to Live Their Best Lives

Army veteran Ivan Hernandez is given a new, full-loaded Kenworth T680 truck.

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Howard and Sheri Kersch Schultz were honored with the President's Award for Lifetime Achievement.
November 20, 2020
Hiring Our Heroes Celebrates Gratitude and Generosity During Virtual Awards Gala

The gala, presented by USAA, was a virtual celebration featuring distinguished speakers and highlighting award winners from around the country.

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