About Grunt Works

Learn about our mission, leadership team, and how we're serving the veteran community through elite training, community support, and unwavering dedication to those who serve and have served.

Our Mission

To enhance the lives of American veterans and service members through community support, vocational-rehabilitation, and empowerment, while fostering unity among all who serve and support.

Our Vision

To create a network of service and solidarity where veterans, service members, and civilians stand together to strengthen communities, empower families, and restore hope through action and compassion. Together, we are committed to being STRONGER, SMARTER, and DILIGENT.

Organization Values

Community

We foster a deep sense of brotherhood, sisterhood, family, and camaraderie that transcends military service and creates lifelong bonds.

Integrity

We operate with honesty, transparency, and a commitment to doing what's right for our members, partners, and our community.

Excellence

We maintain the highest standards in all of our programs and initiatives, never compromising on quality or safety.

Selfless Service

We continue to serve our community, country, and our fellow veterans through programs, initiatives, resources, and support.

Organizational Structure

  • Governance

    Board of Directors

    Advisory Board

    Executive Committees

    Audit Committee

  • Operations

    Support Programs

    Training Programs

    Recreational Initiatives

    Member Services

    Event Management

  • Support

    Volunteer Coordination

    Fundraising

    Communications

    Technology

Board of Directors

Our board consists of distinguished United States military veterans and community leaders who bring decades of combined experience in military service, business leadership, health & wellness professionalism, and non-profit management.

Board President

Javon Burke (Army & WA Army NG Veteran | SGT)

Board Treasurer

Ture Olson (Army & WA Army NG Veteran | SSG)

Board Secretary

Katie Burke

Executive Director

Javon Burke (Army Veteran | SGT)

National Program Director

Mariza Porter (WA Army NG Veteran | SGT)

Director of Communications

Kenneth Langston (WA Army NG Veteran | SGT)

Director of Combat Arts

Jeff Weimer (Marine Veteran | CPL)

Director of Recreation

Stephen Ingram (Active WA Army NG | SFC)

Transparency & Accountability

We believe in complete transparency and accountability to our members, donors, and the communities we serve.

Tax ID: 39-2129261 | 501 (c)(3) Nonprofit Organization

  • Financial Transparency

    • Annual financial reports published publicly
    • Independent annual audits by certified public accountants
    • Quarterly budget board meetings with published minutes
    View Financial Reports 

  • Governance Standards

    • Independent board oversight and governance
    • Conflict of interest policies and procedures
    • Regular performance evaluations and assessments
    • Whistleblower protection and reporting mechanisms
    Governance Documents 
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