About Us
Warrior 180° Foundation is a Christ centered organization that has been established to:
- To reach out to military, veterans, first responders and their families with the saving grace of Jesus Christ, by teaching and training in local communities.
- Come alongside these warriors with comfort, support, resources, hope and help for the struggles they are facing.
- Challenge the church to be faithful in supporting those who have put their lives on the line and supported our country by providing by teaching and training in these areas.
About Jeff
Jeff is the founder and Executive Director of Warrior 180 Foundation. His passion is to support those who are hurting by offering care and compassion, as well as equipping others to reach out to those in need within their communities. Jeff holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Sioux Falls and a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Care from North American Baptist Seminary. He completed his Chaplain Residency at the Cleveland Clinic. Since 1982, Jeff has worked in full-time church ministry and served as a hospital chaplain in the intensive care and emergency departments. He also served in the US Army Reserve as a Battalion Chaplain and was a Master Trainer in suicide intervention for the US Army. Following his deployment to Iraq/Kuwait in 2010-2011, Jeff was inspired to establish Warrior 180 Foundation. He has seen countless individuals return from deployment only to face significant life challenges. Recognizing that first responders at home are experiencing similar struggles, Jeff believes it is crucial for our country to support those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.
About Criss
Criss is the daughter of an Air Force veteran, sister to a retired Army Captain, and sister-in-law to a retired Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel. She and Jeff have a son who served two tours in the Middle East during the war on terrorism, earning a Purple Heart and receiving a medical discharge from the Army. Criss has a diverse professional background, having worked as a beautician, librarian assistant, nanny, accountant, and small business owner. She enjoys sewing, quilting, and crafting, and treasures her role as a grandmother to Bryce, despite the challenges of distance. As the Executive Assistant at Warrior 180 Foundation, Criss is the organized and detail-oriented force behind the operations, handling the schedule, emails, and business details.
