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Andrew Killin IV
Founder & President
U.S. Army Veteran
About HHHF
A veteran-led pathway to what comes next.
Founded September 5, 2025, in LaPorte County, Indiana. Built to make the next step obvious for the people who serve their country, their community, and their neighbors.
Our Mission
Providing pathways to succeed for veterans, first responders, and our future heroes.
Helping Hoosiers Heroes Foundation connects veterans, first responders, and future heroes with trusted resources, workforce training, education, accessible technology, and community support — locally, personally, and with dignity.
Why HHHF Exists
The problem we exist to solve
Many people miss opportunities not because help doesn't exist, but because the system is fragmented, confusing, and difficult to navigate. HHHF was created to make the next step clearer through personal guidance, trusted partnerships, and consistent follow-up.
HHHF is not an emergency service, medical provider, law firm, or benefits-accreditation organization. We are a pathway — a navigation, referral, and community-outreach nonprofit that reduces friction between people and the resources that already exist.
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Andrew Killin IV
Founder & President
U.S. Army Veteran
Founder Story
From lived experience to a clearer path.
Helping Hoosiers Heroes Foundation was founded by Andrew Killin IV, a U.S. Army veteran who saw how often people miss opportunities not because help does not exist, but because systems are fragmented, confusing, and difficult to navigate. HHHF was created to make the next step clearer through personal guidance, trusted partnerships, workforce and education pathways, and consistent follow-up.
Founded September 5, 2025
IRS 501(c)(3) since December 29, 2025
LaPorte County, Indiana
Leadership
The HHHF Board
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Corey Hannon
Vice President
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Jay Loggins
Treasurer
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Tabitha
Secretary
Operating Model
How We Actually Work
HHHF partners with organizations already doing the work. We listen, connect, support the handoff, and follow up. These six values shape every interaction.
Dignity
Every person we serve is treated with respect, privacy, and empathy.
Accountability
We follow up, close the loop, and are honest about what we can and cannot do.
Collaboration
We partner with organizations already doing the work rather than duplicating effort.
Accessibility
We remove friction — technology, forms, information — so help is actually reachable.
Nonpartisanship
HHHF works with everyone. Mission over politics, always.
Follow-through
A warm handoff isn't enough. We check whether the connection worked.
Compliance & Transparency
Independent. Nonpartisan. Accountable.
HHHF is an independent, nonpartisan IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit (recognized December 29, 2025). References to government offices, companies, grantmakers, or community organizations on this site do not imply endorsement unless explicitly stated.
We do not provide medical care, legal advice, emergency response, guaranteed financial assistance, guaranteed employment, guaranteed benefits, or VA representation. HHHF is a pathway, navigation, referral, training-support, and community-outreach organization.
Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange unless stated.
Public Engagement
Advocacy & Community Presence
Documented meetings and community engagements. Mentions do not imply endorsement.
January 12, 2026
Meeting with Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith
HHHF Founder Andrew Killin IV meeting with Indiana Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith to discuss veteran support initiatives.
January 12, 2026
Meeting with Secretary of State Diego Morales
HHHF Founder Andrew Killin IV meeting with Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales.
January 12, 2026
State Leadership Meeting
HHHF representing Indiana veterans at the state level.
On the Record
City Council Presentations
City Council Presentation - Part 1
Andrew Killin IV presenting Helping Hoosiers Heroes Foundation before the City Council.
City Council Presentation - Part 2
Continued presentation to the City Council about HHHF's mission and community impact.
Documented Support
Letters of Support
January 27, 2026
Micah Beckwith
Indiana Lieutenant Governor
“Helping Hoosiers Heroes Foundation has consistently demonstrated integrity, compliance, responsibility, and a commitment to measurable outcomes. HHHF is a trusted partner in improving lives and strengthening communities across our state.”
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February 3, 2026
Diego Morales
Indiana Secretary of State
“I commend the Helping Hoosiers Heroes Foundation for its leadership and impact, and I am proud to support its continued efforts.”
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December 17, 2025
Jeri L. Burkhart
Executive Director of Admissions, Indiana Tech
“Their work exemplifies the spirit of hometown heroes—ordinary individuals doing extraordinary things for those around them.”
March 25, 2026
Steve Herendeen, Ed.D.
Senior Vice-President for Enrollment Management, Indiana Tech
“Indiana Tech will provide a branded HHHF Corporate Scholarship to HHHF affiliates and their spouses; HHHF designates Indiana Tech as a preferred education provider.”
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Devin Parsons
Operations Coordinator, Meridian Health Services
“Meridian Health Services recognizes Helping Hoosiers Heroes Foundation’s commitment to connecting veterans and first responders with coordinated community resources, supportive services, education, and workforce opportunities.”
Download PDFAugust 14, 2026
Stacey Garcelon-Williams
Founder & Executive Director, Anam Cara Counseling
“We sincerely value HHHF’s commitment to veterans, first responders, and collaborative community service, and strongly endorse this funding request.”
Download PDFHHHF Executive Overview
For grantmakers, sponsors, elected officials, and press. Includes mission, approach, program portfolio, partner network, and leadership contact.
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