Honor & Remember
Each boot in the display represents a Utah Service Member who has fallen in uniform since September 11, 2001. Many of the boots have been personalized by the families of the service members they represent.
Learn about our Fallen Heroes
Operation Hero was started to continue the legacy of 1SG Tracy Stapley, who died July 3, 2013 in Qatar on his second deployment. He was always known to help others whether it was needed or not. A man that would want all of his brothers and sisters in arms to be honored alongside him.
Thanks to our 2024 Sponsors!
how you can help
Make a donation
Our donations help Gold Star Families in Utah, and support organizations such as the Utah Survivor Outreach Services, Gary Sinise Foundation, Gold Star Teen Adventures, TAPS - Tragedy Assistance Programs for Survivors, and the American Widow Project.
Volunteer your time
Operation Heroes hosts fundraising events throughout the year. We need volunteers at all of our events. If you would like to volunteer your time, or have employees that would like to volunteer please contact us.
share the news
If you know of an organization that would host our boot display to generate donations, or if you are willing to share our events and news with friends on your social media, you can help more Gold Star Families.
Donate to Families
Operation Hero is a 501 (c)(3) non profit organization that gives back to Gold Star Families here in the state of Utah and throughout the nation. We also donate to organizations that help Gold Star Families nationwide. 501 (c)(3) 47-5167502
Help Utah Families
How We Help
Our Utah families that are in need have received Gift Cards and our mission is to expand and be able to assist families in other ways in the upcoming year. From time-to-time our Utah Families need additional support. If you are skilled in a trade or service and would like to donate your time and expertise please contact us at operationheros@gmail.com.
Other Organizations we Help
Organizations that we have given back to include: Utah’s Survivor Outreach Program, Snowball Express – A Gary Sinise Foundation Program, Gold Star Teen Adventures, TAPS – Tragedy Assistance Programs for Survivors, and American Widow Project.
more about us
Our Programs
We educate service members and their families about the importance of preparing for the unexpected. Contact us for speaking engagements on Preparing for the Unexpected.
About Us
We give back to Gold Star Families here in the state of Utah, and also to organizations that help Gold Star Families nationwide.
Get Involved
Whether you contribute financially or volunteer your time, you make a real difference to the Gold Star families you help.