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Juan, Marine Corps Veteran, Welding Graduate

“Workshops for Warriors has helped ease my transition because I’m obtaining skills that I can actually use out in the civilian world. I’m being set up for success here.” Juan Molina grew up in Carson, CA. His passion for sports throughout childhood led him to excel in...

Monique, Army Reservist, Welding 1 & 2 Graduate

“As a woman going through Workshops for Warriors, it’s been great.” Monique Rodriguez grew up in San Diego, CA with a tight-knit family. “We weren't very financially blessed, to say it honestly. We struggled a lot. But that's OK. I turned out fine,” she said. In high...

Andy, Navy SEAL, Machining I Graduate

“I love it here. The instructors here take ownership of their work and mold it to each student. It’s something you don't see every day.” Andy Nichols is a retired Navy SEAL Master Chief of 26 years. “I joined in 1985, right after high school,” he said. “I didn't start...

Angelica, Air Force Veteran, Welding I Graduate

“I’m very thankful to Workshops for Warriors. You have provided a place where I've found a passion and I know that I'm going to be able to provide a great life for myself and my family. Thank you.” Angelica Schmidt was raised in Escondido, CA, a city in northern San...