Heidrea for Heroes names Mariano "JR" Pimentel to Board of Directors

PLYMOUTH, Mass. - March 23, 2016 - PRLog -- Heidrea for Heroes (www.heidrea4heroes.org),  a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing resources and support to military men and women facing challenges and hurdles after transitioning back to civilian life, announced today that Mariano "JR" Pimentel of Taunton, Massachusetts, has been named to its Board of Directors.

In this role, Pimentel will help oversee the general strategy and direction of Heidrea for Heroes.

Pimentel is a Vice President and the Human Resources Development Officer at Bristol County Savings Bank, working with several regional school systems, community partnerships and non-profits in the areas of workforce development, planning HR practices and education.

A graduate of Stonehill College with a Bachelor's degree in Communication, Pimentel went on to earn a Master's in Human Resources Management from Emmanuel College.

Pimentel lives in Taunton; in his spare time he is an active volunteer with the St. Vincent DePaul Society.

"It is both a privilege and an honor for me to serve on the Board of an organization that has such a strong commitment to and proven successes in helping the brave men and women who have served our country," said Pimentel. "The work that Heidrea does makes our communities stronger, and is a tangible way of saying thank you to many of our local heroes."

Jesse Brown, a co-founder of Heidrea for Heroes, said, "It is a pleasure to announce JR as a member of our Board of Directors.  His leadership qualities and commitment to community will be instrumental to the future direction of our organization."

About Heidrea for Heroes, Inc.

Heidrea for Heroes was founded by Marine Corps veterans and small business owners/partners Jesse Brown and Mathew Mastroianni, who are also partners in a telecommunications firm. Both, as veterans, understand the issues of transition from military to civilian life - and they have formed this non-profit organization to provide vital support services to veterans. With offices in Plymouth's Cordage Park, they seek volunteers and investors to help them realize their dream; they recently received a $40,000 donation from the New England Wireless Association. Heidrea for Heroes provides adaptive home and vehicle modifications, wheelchair ramps, mobility equipment, and individualized veteran/family support that aim to inspire and motivate veterans and families to move forward through transitions. Heidrea for Heroes has an application process for veterans in need of assistance and welcomes Massachusetts veterans of any age to submit. Applications and more information about the organization can be found online at www.heidrea4heroes.org, or you can call 774-773-3951.  Family/friends of veterans can also inquire or apply on their behalf. Heidrea for Heroes maintains offices at 10 Cordage Park Circle, Suite 224, Plymouth, MA 02360.