The Hero Behind APK Charities
Helen Pedersen-Keiser and Bob Keiser talk about the death of their son, Special Forces Captain Andrew Pedersen-Keel and how his death in Afghanistan led them to start APK Charities.
Helen and Bob pay tribute to PK on NBC 30
An interview with Helen and Bob
Throughout the ongoing conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, the US Military’s contingent of Special Forces has played a significant and critical role, often under the most dangerous of circumstances. Over the years, Special Forces soldiers and their families have made enormous sacrifices for their country and Connecticut’s military families have not been spared this sacrifice. On March 11, 2013, Connecticut native Capt. Andrew Pedersen-Keel was killed in action in Eastern Afghanistan while serving as the commander of his special forces detachment. He was 28 years old.
Will introduces information about TBI and PTSD.
Will discusses his experience with TBI.
Will discusses his experience with PTSD.
If you or a loved one are a Veteran in crisis, please contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Dial 988, then press 1.
APK Charities Founders Attend Dedication Celebration for the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument in Berlin, CT
A new Gold Star Families Memorial Monument (GSFMM) honoring the families of servicemen and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the military has been erected in Berlin Connecticut. Site location: Berlin Veterans Memorial Park Veterans Way Berlin CT 06037 Bob and Helen attended the dedication celebration on Saturday, April 23 at Berlin Veterans…
Pampered Chef: Shop Today for APK!
Join an online Pampered Chef party from March 5th through the 13th to benefit APK! Every penny earned goes directly to APK’s Direct Assistance Program helping CT Veterans in need. Click here to shop today! Thanks so much for your support, – Helen and Bob
APK Charities is a Proud Recipient of the 2021 Myra Kraft Community MVP Award
APK Charities is a proud recipient of the 2021 Myra Kraft Community MVP Award! It’s awarded to “those who exemplify leadership, dedication and a commitment to improving their communities through volunteerism.” The New England Patriots Foundation donates $225,000 each year to selected non-profit organizations located in New England. There are twenty $10,000 winners and one…
Mike & Pat Parry - Parents of Navy SEAL Brian Bill
Rick & Cyndi Dreyfus
Eastern Painting Enterprises
The Hally Family
The Galla Family
Pedersen North
Michael Brauer
The Keiser Family
The Dowd Family
Daniel & Judith Miglio
The Egan Family
The Piccione Family
Cedros Bananas - Mascari Bros
Classic Roofing
The Burford Family
The Bechtold Family
The Coffey & Buccieri Families
The Wolleben Family
Nutmeg State Blue Star Mothers CT5
Matthew DeVivo
Jo Montgomery Copywriting
The Niedziela Family
Lara Lanieri
The Crowley Family
Michael Mancino
The First Church of Christ Congregational
The McNutt Family
Jason Paine
Fazio Shoe Repair & Retail
William Fusco
