The [FHH] organization is bringing 5 wounded heroes, one from each branch of the U.S. Military to Grand Rapids, Michigan, to work with 5 established artists. Together, they'll collaborate to share the hero's inspirational story through graphic design, which will then be produced into a t-shirt by Threadless. Yes, thee Threadless!
In addition to the shirt design, the heroes will also work with the Bates design team to create a one-of-a-kind boot. Bates Footwear Brand is the world's largest military footwear provider, and all 5 heroes had worn Bates while they served... Therefore, it's no accident why Bates was asked to be a part of this project.
Heroes + Designers:
Team Air Force:
- Hero: Tech Sergeant Israel Del Toro- Artist: Phil Jones
Team Army:
- Hero: Specialist Danielle Byrd
- Artist: Chuck Anderson
Team Coast Guard:
- Hero: Electrician’s Mate Third Class Michael Bell
- Artist: Seth Herman
Team Marines:
- Hero: Corporal Josh Hoffman
- Artist: Tyler Way (Do you know him?)
Team Navy:
- Hero: HN Darrell Butler
- Artist: Priscilla Wilson
The heroes and artists will be collaborating June 19-24th. The Threadless shirts and Bates footwear will be unveiled as a special ArtPrize exhibit/pop-up shop in September.You can bet I'll keep you posted, but be sure to also follow [FHH]'s new website and blog: www.fashionhasheart.org.

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