Supporting the Surviving Children of Our Fallen Patriots

Kent Solheim, a special operations service member, was seriously wounded in combat in Iraq in 2007 where he ultimately lost his right leg after sustaining four gunshot wounds. Kent’s experiences on his road to recovery inspired the creation of Gold Star Teen Adventures. Kent, a father of two, reflected on how his children's lives would have changed had he not made it home. Kent also learned through his road to recovery that he experienced emotional healing when he was able to spend time with others who endured similar trauma in their lives. Gold Star Teen Adventures was created to provide a place where youth can come together to share new experiences with others who have shared a similar journey. We are built on the pillars of healing, leadership and character development, and opportunity. Our organization is committed to serving and honoring the community of people who have sacrificed so much. We believe that by bringing together youth in environments where they can have fun and develop relationships amongst team leaders and other Gold Star youth, GSTA is a place where teens can be a part of a family that has a shared experience, where they can learn new skills, and can gain the tools to become the best versions of themselves.