The Tony Snow Award
The Tony Snow Award is designed to recognize a citizen in corporate America or the media, who by their actions, has made a significant difference in the lives of inured service men and women – and who has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the Wounded Warrior Project and its mission. The award was created in honor of Tony Snow, former syndicated radio broadcaster, newspaper reporter, Fox-TV News anchor and the third White House Press Secretary to serve under George W. Bush. During his time at Fox, Tony helped raise awareness and support for the Wounded Warrior Project on a broad scale, helping to bring to forefront of public consciousness the challenges faced by service men and women returning from combat with serious injuries. He remained a steadfast support of WWP during his service in the White House, and inspired all of us with his courageous battle with cancer.
The George C. Lang Award
The George C. Lang Award for Courage was founded in memory of George C. Lang, Congressional Medal of Honor recipient and friend of the Wounded Warrior Project. George passed away on March 16th, 2005.
This award is bestowed upon an individual who best exemplifies the spirit and virtue of Mr. Lang, who was a humble, yet unyielding behind-the-scenes advocate for all veterans – especially those with disabilities. Although he shunned the spotlight, preferring to work on behalf of his fellow veterans in anonymity, George’s service both during and after the Vietnam War merited public acclaim and recognition. While he shied away from public attention, he never stopped supporting his brethren, his fellow veterans. George took time to visit wounded soldiers at Walter Reed Medical Center, hoping that these young men and women would draw strength from his experiences in adjusting to and living with a combat-related disability. George Lang epitomized what it meant to be a wounded warrior, broken in body but not in spirit, soldiering on in support of his fellow service members.
The Talkhouse Award for Community Service
Each year, citizens across the country devote their time, talent and passion to organizing fundraising events benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. These grass roots efforts are the life blood of WWP – not only raising critically needed funds that directly support wounded service men and women, but also helping to raise awareness for the innumerable sacrifices made by our troops to ensure all Americans enjoy a level of freedom and quality of life unmatched around the world. The Community Service Award was established to honor an individual whose efforts personify patriotism, demonstrate compassion, and have helped to further the mission of the Wounded Warrior Project in support of the brave men and women of our Armed Forces.
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2009 Awards 
