Empowering Veterans.

Driving Futures.

With your help we can empower veterans through education and employment opportunities.

Help us pave pathways to success by shaping brighter futures for US military veterans in need.

A Note from Our Founder

I wanted to be a truck driver. For a homeless veteran living on the streets of Houston, TX, climbing my way back into society proved to be a bumpy, long road to redemption filled with many roadblocks. I still had my faith, but God was still testing my willingness to put in the work. It took two years to save up enough money to attend a Commercial Driving School and finally obtain a full-time career as an over-the-road truck driver. That was ten years ago.

Now, I’m finally ready to help pave the future of those who served. So, after many prayers, this year I gathered a team of other veterans, and we formed a nonprofit that offers grants for Trucking School to Homeless Veterans, active duty discharging veterans, and veterans exiting prison trying to regain their honor.

We’re on a profound mission to provide essential support to veterans as they transition into civilian careers. The Honor Roads Foundation’s purpose is to empower veterans by providing educational assistance, job placement support, and mentorship programs. We can only achieve our mission with the help of generous donations from supporters and community members.

– John Crawford, Founder & CEO, Honor Roads Foundation

Our Vision

The vision for Honor Roads has emerged from the realization of the growing demand within the transportation industry and the concurrent underutilization of the skills and experience of veterans pursuing post-military career paths.

We are focused on delivering educational assistance specifically tailored to veterans’ needs. The tagline “Empowering Veterans. Driving Futures,” paves the way for our core mission. We aim to empower veterans through education and employment opportunities, ultimately shaping brighter futures for those who have served their country.

Our Mission

Honor Roads’ mission is to provide educational assistance, grants, job placement support, and mentorship programs tailored to the unique needs of veterans entering the trucking and transportation industry. The organization is committed to empowering veterans, especially those discharging from active duty, homeless veterans, and incarcerated veterans seeking a second chance, to achieve successful and fulfilling careers in the transportation sector.

History & Background

Honor Roads Foundation, founded by First Lieutenant John Crawford, is on a profound mission to provide essential support to veterans as they transition into civilian careers. The organization, born out of John’s direct interactions with homeless and incarcerated veterans, acknowledges the diverse needs of veterans seeking opportunities in the trucking and transportation industry.

With a deep understanding that every veteran’s journey is unique, and that tailored support is essential, Honor Roads has assembled a dedicated team of veterans and industry professionals. Together, they are committed to facilitating successful career transitions for veterans, recognizing the untapped potential of veterans seeking careers in the transportation industry.

Our Partners

Honor Roads is grateful for the support of our partners.