Washington, D.C. – Purple Heart Homes, a nonprofit founded by two combat‑wounded veterans, has broken ground on a special build that will deliver a barrier‑free modular home to a veteran from Glasgow, Virginia. The house is being assembled on the corner of 7th Street and Madison Avenue, directly on the National Mall, and will be completed by Oct. 5.
Volunteer opportunity for the community
The organization is calling on anyone visiting the nation’s capital – whether they live locally or are traveling from elsewhere – to lend a hand. Volunteers will help with framing, interior finishing, and installing accessibility features such as wider doorways, roll‑in showers, and wheelchair‑friendly pathways. The effort reflects Purple Heart Homes’ long‑standing mission to provide safe, barrier‑free housing for service‑connected disabled and senior veterans.
About Purple Heart Homes
Since its founding in 2008, Purple Heart Homes has completed more than 1,800 projects nationwide, serving veterans who have been wounded in combat or who face mobility challenges due to age or injury. The organization’s model relies on modular construction, which speeds up build time and reduces costs while maintaining high standards of accessibility.
Partnership with Fox Sports
Fox Corporation and Fox Sports are supporting the build through the Fox Sports Supports social‑impact program. Throughout the year, the broader Fox Sports family has participated in similar projects, including constructing ramps and other mobility aids for veterans with limited movement.
Impact on the veteran and the community
When the house is finished, it will be presented to a veteran from Glasgow, Virginia, who will benefit from a home designed to meet his specific accessibility needs. The project also serves as a visible reminder to the nation’s capital of the sacrifices made by service members and the importance of caring for those who have defended our freedoms.
How to get involved
Individuals interested in volunteering can sign up through the Purple Heart Homes website. The organization provides all necessary safety equipment and training on site. Whether you have construction experience or simply want to lend a few hours, your participation helps ensure that the veteran receives a home that truly supports independent living.
More information
Details about the build schedule, volunteer sign‑up, and the organization’s broader mission are available at PurpleHeartHomesUSA.org. The project underscores the power of community collaboration and the enduring commitment of veterans to serve one another.
Original reporting: Arlington County | FOX 5 DC — read the source article.
