Operation Open Arms – Impact Story 2023

In July of 2023, we were able to provide over $22,000 worth of vitally needed equipment to four first responder agencies. This news article showcases testimonials from the departments that were benefactors of our program. The interview was provided by Craig McKee, WCPO 9 News’ very own.

https://www.wcpo.com/news/our-community/homefront/former-combat-medic-buys-tri-state-first-responders-equipment-to-support-their-mission

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fC8rw24u7kM

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5th Anniversary of Back the Heroes Rumble

Event hosted at March First Brewing in Blue Ash – March 29th, 2024 Video interview with Back the Heroes Rumble and Executive Director, Carl Whalen talking about the purpose of the event including honoring Vietnam Veterans on National Vietnam Veterans Day while also fundraising for Back the Heroes Rumble. Thank you to our hosts at […]

December 26, 2023

2024 Project Little Hero – Holiday Toy Drive

Our Newest program, Project Little Hero provides holiday toy drive and back to school supplies to first responder and military/veteran families. In this news story on Fox19, we partner with Union Township Police Department, one of our local police departments to distribute holiday cheer to families in the community. Learn More about our newest program […]

December 8, 2023

WTF Nation Radio Interview

Back the Heroes Rumble was interviewed by Koz & Pookie from U.S Army WTF Moments Radio talk show titled Friday Night Freedom. We talked about our impact in 2023, & our upcoming Holiday Toy Drive Event to support families of police, fire & military. We talk about the FY 2024 regarding our future golf outing […]

WTF Nation Radio Interview

Radio Interview with Koz & Pookie on WTF Nation Radio about our Car Show which honors our fallen heroes. Car Show will be supporting the Tri-State FACE Team directly in 2023.

Cincy Lifestyle – Back the Heroes Rumble

Pete Scalia from WCPO Channel 9 interviews our charity’s co-founders, Carl & Andrea Whalen to talk about our cause, and our first annual Fallen Heroes Golf Classic fundraising to provide lifesaving equipment to our first responders.

January 19, 2023

VetsAid 2022 Concert – Impact Story for BTHR

VetsAid is an initiative led by Joe Walsh, a musician and member of the Eagles, aimed at supporting veterans and their families. Joe Walsh announced grant recipients for 2022, providing support to various organizations or individuals involved in veterans’ causes. Learn more by referring to the content on the article. https://americansongwriter.com/joe-walsh-announces-grant-recipients-2022-vetsaid/

Homefront WCPO Story – 4th Annual Back the Heroes Rumble Car Show

The WCPO news story by Craig McKee highlights the deadly impact of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, specifically the suicide bombing near Kabul airport that took the lives of 13 service members. Hospital Corpsman Third Class Maxton Soviak and Corporal Humberto Sanchez were among those killed. In response, a group called “Got Your Six Garage” […]

Sponsor Showcase – 3rd Annual Back the Heroes Rumble Car Show

Charlie Watson from Beechmont Ford Performance and Carl discuss the significance of the Back the Heroes Rumble Car Show in their video. The car show, sponsored by Beechmont Ford, supports Operation Never Forget, honoring fallen heroes from police, fire, and the military. The show fundraises for selected families, providing them with support and community celebration. […]

January 29, 2021

Reflection on Impact – Family of our First Honoree

Listen in as WTF Nation Radio interviews Carl Whalen & Caela Collette, wife and widow of Sergeant Joseph Collette, our 2019 Car Show Honoree. Caela explains how losing a loved one impacts their family, how the community responds and how much more needs to be done to keep our fallen heroes’ memories alive. She also […]

Sponsor Feature – 2nd Annual Back the Heroes Rumble

Beechmont Ford and Beechmont Ford Performance, one of our proud continuing sponsors of the Annual Car Show does a video covering their attendance at our car show honoring CFD FAO Daryl Gordon

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