Heroes Who Shielded Us, Let's Shield Their Future
Creating a society where every family of our defence martyrs & veterans is self-dependent and can live a healthy life like us
Wing Commander Vinod Nebb Memorial Scholarship
(In memory of Wg Cdr Vinod Nebb, VrC & Bar)
An initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to cadets who have been medically boarded out, enabling them to successfully complete their graduation
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What we do (MISSION)
To build an ecosystem that provides resettlement to abandoned old veterans, ensures continued education for children of martyred soldiers & trains war widows to achieve self-sustainability.
Support Our Heroes (SOH) continues to help needy veterans & their families across the country
Currently active in States/UTs
20
Operational for years
8+
Soldiers' families Benefited
300+
Projects
6
OUR PROJECTS
Project PITHU
Aims to provide a monthly ration kit for life to non-pensioner armed forces veterans (or their widows) over 65 years of age.
Project SEHAT
Aims to Provide Critical Medical Assistance, Medications, and Financial Support to non-pensioner armed forces veterans (or their widows) over 65 years of age.
Project SAKSHAM
Aims to support children’s education of our retired needy soldiers so that financial constraints never come in the way of building a solid foundation for their future.
OUR TEAM
Behind every successful mission is a dedicated team of compassionate individuals working tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of our heroes. Meet the heartbeat of our organization.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Discover how our mission has touched the lives of veterans and their families through heartfelt testimonials and stories from those we've helped.
LETTERS OF APPRECIATION
“I extend my deepest gratitude and admiration to ‘Support Our Heroes (SOH)’ foundation for its unwavering commitment in extending crucial assistance to our veterans across the nation. I was impressed by the reach of the foundation.
On behalf of all personnel of Indian Air Force, I extend my best wishes to SOH foundation for continued success”
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, PVSM, AVSM
Chief of the Air Staff
“I would like to place on record my heartfelt appreciation for the commendable work being undertaken by ‘Support Our Heroes’ towards the welfare of veterans, widows and Next of Kin. On requests by Directorate of Naval Veterans, the timely and prompt assistance rendered by your Organization to the needy families is truly praiseworthy.”
Vice Admiral CR Praveen Nair, AVSM, NM
Controller Personnel Services, Naval Headquarters
“I deeply appreciate your continued commitment to ensuring that our veterans and their families receive the care, respect and opportunities they deserve.
May your noble work continue to expand its reach, including among the veteran community in Mizoram and bring comfort and dignity to every household that has served the nation in uniform.“
Shri Pu Lalduhoma
Hon'ble Chief Minister of Mizoram
“SOH has extended meaningful and necessary support to over 300 soldier families across 20 states and continues to reach more than 140 beneficiaries every month.
Founded by the sons of a Kargil War Hero and guided by officers from the Army, Navy and Air Force, SOH truly reflects the spirit that “no soldier or their family should ever feel alone.” Such compassionate efforts are an admirable service to the nation and an inspiration for the youth.”
Shri Om Prakash Mathur
Hon'ble Governor of Sikkim
“It is a matter of great pride that by reaching out to those who are often left beyond the ambit of formal welfare schemes, SOH is not only filling a vital gap but also paying true homage to the unmatched sacrifices of our soldiers.
This compassion and commitment embody the highest values of patriotism and service to the motherland.”
Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar
Hon'ble Governor of Jharkhand
“It is heartening to see an organization so devoted to the welfare of those who safeguarded our nation’s security and territorial integrity.
Led by decorated war heroes and veterans of the Indian Armed Forces, SOH is an inspiring organization that is not only addressing immediate needs but also building a strong support ecosystem.”
Lt Gen K T Parnaik, PVSM, UYSM, YSM (Retd)
Hon'ble Governor of Arunachal Pradesh
“SOH Foundation has lived up to its vision in reaching out and helping the wider IAF fraternity in an exemplary manner, especially your extended support to veterans through projects such as PITHU, SEHAT, SAKSHAM, SASHAKT and INSANIYAT. We at HQ SAC are indeed proud to know the altruistic work being done by SOH.”
Air Marshal Manish Khanna, AVSM, VM
Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Air Command
“The commitment of your team to serve our Veterans, Veer Naris and their families — especially those who fall outside the ambit of conventional Government schemes — is truly commendable.
These efforts reflect a genuine and sustained dedication to the values of service, compassion and nation-building.”
Vice Admiral V Srinivas, PVSM, AVSM, NM
Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command
“I take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt gratitude to you and the entire team of Support Our Heroes (SOH) for the invaluable assistance rendered to the needy veterans and families in our AoR.
Your selfless and enduring contribution in supporting Ex-servicemen and their loved ones is truly praiseworthy and worthy of salute.”
Col Lokesh Ahlawat
Commanding Officer, 315 Field Regiment (KARGIL)
“On behalf of AEC Records, I take this opportunity to thank you and your Oganization for extending your support to Smt. Jayyamma widow of No 9504074H Late Hav. Mallapurada Bhashyam Reddy of AEC for proving monthly ration kit under Project PITHU for lifetime.”
Brig Vir Kumar Bhat
Officer-in-Charge, Army Educational Corps Records
“It is heartening to learn that Support Our Heroes (SOH) has taken the noble initiative to provide timely assistance to Ex-servicemen, war widows (Veer Naris), disabled soldiers, medically boarded-out trainees and non-pensioner veterans. Through financial, medical and educational support, SOH is bringing meaningful change to the lives of those who have served the nation.”
Shri Bhupendra Patel
Hon'ble Chief Minister of Gujarat
“मुझे यह जानकर अत्यंत प्रसन्नता हुई कि ‘सपोर्ट अवर हीरोज़’ संस्था पूर्व सैनिकों, वीर नारियों, दिव्यांग सैनिकों एवं उनके परिवारजनों के कल्याण के लिए वर्ष 2017 से समर्पित सेवा कार्य कर रही है। यह कार्य न केवल समाज के प्रति संवेदनशीलता को प्रकट करता है, अपितु देशसेवा के उस भाव को भी जीवित रखता है, जिसके लिए हमारे सैनिक अपना सर्वस्व अर्पण करते हैं।.”
Shri Acharya Devvrat
Hon'ble Governor of Gujarat
“Your initiatives, such as providing monthly rations, healthcare support, educational scholarships, and livelihood opportunities, have significantly impacted the lives of many in our community. Your dedication ensures that no hero is left behind, embodying the true spirit of service.
I look forward to continued collaboration with SOH in our shared mission to honor and support those who have served our nation.”
Shri C. H. Vijayashankar
Hon'ble Governor of Meghalaya
“I would like to express my gratitude and deepest appreciation to the entire team for the kind initiative being taken by “SOH” for providing humanitarian assistance to the Ex-soldiers and their families.
Support Our Heroes TEAM is working in an area which is unique and probably the first of its type in the country. They go out to the remote corners of the country to provide help to Ex-soldiers.”
Sushri Anusuiya Uikey
Hon'ble Governor of Manipur
“Support Our Heroes (SOH) has been felicitated by His Highness Governor of Andhra Pradesh Shri S Abdul Nazeer in recognition of the incredible selfless work we have been doing for the “FAUJI” fraternity in 20 Indian states including Andhra Pradesh.”
Shri S Abdul Nazeer
Governor of Andhra Pradesh
“It gives me immense happiness to learn about the good works of ‘Support Our Heroes’. SOH deserve praises from all quarters for trying to make a difference in the lives of the Ex-servicemen. It is truly heartening to learn about the steps that “Support Our Heroes” has taken for the benefits of our true heroes from all across the country.”
Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
Hon'ble Chief Minister of Assam
“संस्था द्वारा शहीदों, विकलांग सैनिकों और जरूरतमंदों के परिवारों की सहायता का नेक कार्य किया जा रहा है। हमें अपने वीर सैनिकों एवं उनके परिवारजनों का हर समय मदद करनी चाहिए, संस्था का इस दिशा में कार्य प्रशंसनीय है। “
Lt Gen Gurmit Singh, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd)
Hon'ble Governor of Uttarakhand
“I am writing this DO letter to express our gratitude to the founders and members of NGO “Support Our Heroes” for coming up with the noble idea of rendering assistance to the needy. We are also pleased to know the specific initiatives taken by your esteemed team in extending valuable support and assistance to Ex-service Personnel/ Widows and their families through various projects.”
Rear Admiral M Murali Mohan Raju, NM
Chief Staff Officer, Eastern Naval Command
“The dedication and devotion displayed by ‘Team SOH’ towards welfare of Ex-service personnel and their family is noteworthy and appreciable. The contributions of the Organization are praiseworthy and it is heartening to know that over the years, the SOH has become synonymous with quality services rendered through various projects/schemes in our country.”
Air Vice Marshal SK Mathur
Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, Eastern Air Command
“The ‘Support Our Heroes’ have done a commendable jobs for welfare and wellbeing of Ex-Servicemen, dependent families and Widows of the Assam.”
Brigadier Dinesh Ch Mazumdar (Retd)
Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Assam
“It is very heartening to learn that ‘Support Our Heroes’ NGO has decided to sponsor the studies of one daughter of Smt Padma hailing from Srikakulam District, Andhra Pradesh and commenced payment of the school fee.”
Brigadier V. Venkata Reddy, VSM (Retd)
Department of Sainik Welfare, Andhra Pradesh
“Letter of thanks and gratitude for the valuable contribution of the much needed Welfare Schemes for the Ex-servicemen and families of the State of Nagaland.”
Wing Commander Rajeev Dong
Directorate Ex-servicemen Welfare & Resettlement, Nagaland
“I am writing to convey our gratitude and deepest appreciation for the kind initiative being taken by “Support Our Heroes” for providing humanitarian assistance to soldiers and their families as well as downtrodden people of the society.”
Brig M.S. Sharma (Retd)
Directorate of Sainik Welfare, Himachal Pradesh
“The NGO “Support Our Heroes” is doing wonderful service to the human beings. I gratefully acknowledge the efforts of your NGO “Support Our Heroes.”
Shri Khanindra Choudhury, IAS
Office of Deputy Commissioner, Goalpara (Assam)