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Richard Kreiberg, a retired Command Sergeant Major, dedicated 35 years to the Army and now advocates for senior veterans through his nonprofit, Veterans Affinity. This Veterans Day, he will serve as one of the grand marshals at the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade, highlighting his commitment to supporting pre-9/11 veterans, particularly those from the Vietnam War era.
Richard Kreiberg, a retired Command Sergeant Major, joined the Army in 1983, motivated by a family history of military service. He has a 35-year legacy that includes multiple assignments and a deployment to Iraq in 2004. Kreiberg founded Veterans Affinity, a nonprofit dedicated to providing housing, healthcare, and honors to senior veterans at no cost. This Veterans Day, he will serve as one of the grand marshals at the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade, showcasing his dedication to veterans’ issues. His experience as a father during his deployment shifted his perspective on military service from seeking heroism to prioritizing family and purpose. Kreiberg noted the emotional challenges of reintegrating with his son after returning from war, which inspired him to start his nonprofit. Veterans Affinity addresses the lack of resources for pre-9/11 veterans, particularly those from the Vietnam War era. The organization also offers “final salutes” to veterans in hospice care, providing dignity and recognition in their final moments.