Helping Homeless and Hospitalized Veterans 831 ~ 8-letters 3-words 1-meaning, "I love you"

Serving Veterans and People in Need

David’s Drive 831 in Coatesville, PA is devoted to improving the lives of homeless and hospitalized veterans. We also help people in the community who are in need of support to get through life’s tough challenges.

David Turner Jr.’s Story

The organization was established in loving memory of David, who passed away at the age of 20 due to a suspected heart arrhythmia. He worked at the Coatesville Veterans Affairs Medical Center. With immense respect for the veterans he served, David had a vision to further assist veterans who were struggling with illness or homelessness.

Mission Statement

David’s Drive 831, founded in 2010, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization dedicated to fulfilling the needs of our veterans and the underprivileged in order to perpetuate the memory of David Brian Turner Jr. by impacting people’s lives positively in his name.

Awards

We accept the following honors on behalf of David Turner Jr. and David’s Drive 831—with the promise to continue David’s vision of helping veterans:

2018 National George Washington Award, Certificate of Achievement
Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge
National Citation, Distinguished Service Award
Military Order of the Purple Heart Valley Forge Chapter 1777
Hazel P. Harnish Award, for Volunteering Excellence
Department of Veterans Affairs, Coatesville VA Medical Center
Martin Luther King Jr. Service Award
Coatesville Area School District

Citation, Senate of Pennsylvania
Senator Andrew E. Dinniman
Citation, County of Chester
Board of Commissioners of the County of Chester
Silver Patrick Henry Medallion for Patriotic Achievement
Military Order of World Wars

Our Work

Testimonial Gallery

Joseph

“Dear David's Drive, my name is Joseph and I am a Vietnam Era veteran. Recently, I received help moving into a new apartment through Coatesville Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The things David's Drive provided as an "apartment warming package" were/are very helpful and nice. Thank you and may the Good Lord bless you in all that you do.”

Brian

“I need to express my great appreciation for your dedication, commitment, countless hours, and love to serving all veterans!! MAY you and your family accept my sincere THANK YOU!! This holy Christmas, may peace, love and JOY come in abundance!!!!! I pray 2018 also will be abundantly blessed and prosperous in LOVE. May your hearts always be content!!!!!!! Again, I THANK YOU!!”

Maria

“Thank you for the Christmas gift. It had many things that can be used right away. May your Christmas be bright.”

Mr. D

“Your household essentials were God-sent since I moved in my apartment. The household things like broom and bucket. I spent the budgeted monies and was afraid of an untidy house. Thank you.”

A

“Dear David's Drive, thank you for the bed and move-in kit. Thank you for your kindness. I only knew your son briefly but he has left a lasting impression on all of us. He still serves those who served for all.”

“On January 7, 2016, David’s Drive 831 purchased its 267th new bed for a homeless veteran moving into his first apartment. Today, we received a thank you card from that veteran explaining that he is doing a lot better now. Included with the card was a very special $20.00 donation. This is what it is all about. On January 10, 2017, we purchased bed #350.”

“After three back surgeries and two knee surgeries, I thought my sleep would forever be "iffy”. Thanks to your generosity, I envision many restful nights. I am more grateful than words can express but I will try. My back thanks you, my knees thank you, and most of all, I thank you for your kindness to an old veteran. You and yours will be in my prayers henceforth.”

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Help us continue to aid veterans and underprivileged people in our community. Your donations will be greatly appreciated.

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