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About Homes for Warriors

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them.”

John F. Kennedy
Supporting those who have served

ABOUT US

A Family United By Service

 

Homes For Warriors is a family-run nonprofit built on personal experience, shared purpose, and a commitment to those who have served.

 

Founded by U.S. Air Force combat veteran Andrew Canales, our mission is rooted in his own journey through PTSD and the belief that veterans deserve a community they can count on. Alongside his wife, Amanda Canales, and his mother, LaShae Rock—both dedicated board members—Andrew leads an organization where supporting veterans is deeply personal.

Our family brings decades of business ownership, hands-on community service, and firsthand understanding of how military service can affect veterans and their loved ones. Those experiences shape our approach: listen with compassion, respond with practical help, and treat every Warrior with dignity.

 

Originally founded as Houses For Warriors, we began by providing transitional housing for homeless veterans. That work revealed a critical gap: securing housing often meant moving into an empty apartment without a bed, furniture, or basic household essentials.

 

Today, as Homes For Warriors, we provide free furniture, appliances, and household goods to veterans and first responders transitioning out of homelessness or facing financial hardship. Through mentorship, personal development resources, and community connection, we also support the person behind each fresh start.

 

Our family helps lead the mission, but our community makes it possible. Donors, volunteers, and partners—including our official logistics partner, Hero Haul—join us in turning generosity into comfortable homes and meaningful support.

 

From our family to our Warriors, our commitment is simple: help create a home, strengthen a fresh start, and build a community that continues to show up.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission at Homes For Warriors is to transform the lives of military veterans and first responders by turning empty apartments into true homes—and their transitions into lasting transformations. We strive to create safe, stable, and inspiring living environments that foster dignity, growth, and belonging.

Through our Homes For Warriors Program, we provide free furniture, appliances, and essential household goods to veterans transitioning out of homelessness or facing financial hardship. By furnishing homes and empowering personal development, we give our Warriors the foundation they need to rebuild their lives with confidence, purpose, and hope.

 

Our ultimate goal is to ensure that every Warrior has more than just a place to live—they have a home that supports healing, self-sufficiency, and pride. With the help of our community, volunteers, and partners, we continue to honor those who served by helping them create a stable and meaningful future.

VISION

We envision a world where no veteran or first responder starts over in an empty apartment—where every Warrior has the tools, community, and mindset to thrive. By turning houses into homes, we’re not just furnishing rooms—we’re restoring hope, rebuilding lives, and honoring the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes.

Our Legacy

From 2020 to 2024, our Transitional Housing Program provided safe shelter, mentorship, and structure to veterans in need. We’re proud to have guided more than 40 veterans through their journeys to stability, helping many secure permanent housing, employment, and renewed hope. These experiences shaped who we are today and continue to fuel our passion for serving those who served us.

 

Founder and CEO

Andrew Canales
Board Member

Amanda Canales
Board Member

Eva LaShae Rock

Founder and CEO

Andrew Canales

Andrew Canales is an accomplished entrepreneur with a passion for supporting his fellow veterans. After six years of honorable service in the United States Air Force, including two combat tours in Iraq, Andrew went on to establish a successful career as a business owner.

With a deep commitment to serving his country and his community, Andrew founded Hero Haul (formerly Your Colorado Movers), a thriving moving and storage company that has been recognized for its exceptional service and commitment to excellence. Under his leadership, Hero Haul has become a trusted name in the industry, known for its reliability, efficiency, and attention to detail.

In addition to his business ventures, Andrew has dedicated himself to supporting homeless and injured veterans through his nonprofit organization, Houses For Warriors. As the founder and CEO of this 501(c)(3) organization, he has created a range of programs and services aimed at providing transitional housing, benefits, and personal development resources to veterans in need.

Andrew’s unique perspective as a veteran himself has enabled him to connect with his fellow veterans on a personal level, and his unwavering commitment to serving their needs has inspired countless others to get involved in his mission. With Houses For Warriors, Andrew has created a network of strategic partnerships and opportunities with businesses, donors, and community leaders across the country, all with the goal of ending veteran homelessness in the United States and improving the quality of life for every veteran struggling with homelessness.

As an inspiring entrepreneur and dedicated veteran, Andrew Canales continues to make a significant impact in the lives of those around him. With his big heart and unwavering commitment to service, he serves as a role model for others in the community and beyond.

To schedule a Zoom Meet with Andrew, please click here.

Email:andrew@housesforwarriors.org

Board Member

Amanda Canales

Amanda Canales is an entrepreneur, community advocate, and dedicated Board Member of Houses For Warriors. With more than 22 years of business ownership in the beauty industry, she brings extensive experience in client service, relationship-building, and business leadership. She has since expanded her entrepreneurial focus into financial services and plays an active role in the growth and community outreach of Hero Haul, the veteran-owned moving company she owns with her husband, Andrew.

As the wife of Andrew Canales, the organization’s President and Founder and a U.S. Air Force combat veteran, Amanda brings a personal connection to the military community and an appreciation for the support veterans and their families need beyond their years of service. Together, they have built businesses and a shared commitment to serving others.

Amanda’s combination of entrepreneurial experience, creativity, compassion, and community engagement equips her to contribute meaningfully to nonprofit leadership. She is passionate about developing partnerships, raising awareness, and connecting resources with veterans rebuilding their lives. Through her board service, Amanda is committed to strengthening the organization’s mission and helping veterans feel seen, supported, and valued.

Email:stacey@housesforwarriors.org

Board Member

Eva LaShae Rock

LaShae Rock is the owner of Hair By LaShae and a dedicated Board Member of Houses For Warriors. With 30 years of experience as a salon and business owner, she brings entrepreneurial leadership, practical business insight, and a strong foundation in building lasting relationships.

As the mother of Andrew Canales, the organization’s President and Founder and a U.S. Air Force veteran who struggled with PTSD, LaShae has witnessed firsthand the challenges veterans and their families face. This personal experience informs her commitment to ensuring veterans receive meaningful support, stability, and opportunities to rebuild their lives.

LaShae helped open the organization’s transitional home for homeless veterans alongside Andrew, translating her commitment into hands-on community service. Her business experience, direct involvement in the mission, and understanding of the family impact of military service equip her to contribute meaningfully to nonprofit leadership. As a board member, she champions compassionate service, responsible stewardship, and a community where veterans can find dignity, connection, and renewed purpose.

Email:brianna@housesforwarriors.org

A HAND UP NOT A HAND OUT

We help, guide, and direct homeless and at-risk military veterans into self-sufficient status while providing a safe, caring and loving environment. We believe that every Warrior deserves a Hand-Up so they are more equipped to handle modern society’s fast-paced lifestyle. Growth is possible at any age, any stage of life, and for any life path. Warriors have spent their whole lives Serving, so now it is time for them to be given a place to transform their lives.  

WHAT IS A HAND UP?

A strong community requires a strong foundation. Groups of Warriors are strong individuals, but they are even stronger together. Providing them with the resources they need for life-changing success heightens their chances for avoiding homelessness, overcoming mental health struggles, and re-assimilating as a high-functioning member of society. A hand-up is a resource, such as a program or class, that paves the way for Warriors’ seamless transition after their Service ends.

 

WHAT WE DO TODAY

Today, Homes For Warriors focuses on creating homes, not just housing. Through partnerships with local businesses, donors, and volunteers, we collect and deliver furniture, appliances, and household goods directly to veterans in need—at no cost. Each delivery represents a fresh start, a sense of ownership, and a tangible reminder that they are not alone.

Our veteran-led team understands firsthand the challenges of military transition, post-service adjustment, and financial hardship. That’s why we’re committed to serving with empathy, integrity, and respect—meeting each Warrior where they are and helping them move forward with pride and purpose.

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