Project Hero

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Project Hero is a national 501(c)(3) veterans' rehabilitation nonprofit headquartered at 3288 Adams Avenue, Suite #16527, in Normal Heights, San Diego, using the 92116 ZIP as its administrative base. Founded in 2008 under the Ride 2 Recovery name, the organization helps veterans and first responders affected by PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and service-related injuries achieve recovery through structured cycling programs. The cycling-based rehabilitation model helps participants reduce prescription-drug dependence, decrease PTSD-related stress episodes, and improve sleep quality through consistent aerobic conditioning. The Adams Avenue address places the headquarters on the Normal Heights corridor where two-wheeled transportation infrastructure includes Cal Coast Bicycles for equipment service and parts. The Challenge Series runs multi-day cycling events across the country, while the Honor Ride Series organizes single-day community rides that pair healing heroes with civilian riders. Project Hero holds EIN 20-2252840 and carries a Charity Navigator rating of 79 percent. Physical conditioning that complements the cycling regimen — strength training, flexibility work, and functional-movement screening — runs through fitness facilities in the neighborhood including The Yard Gym Normal Heights on the 92116 grid. Community Centers operated by the organization give local veterans ongoing access to group rides, peer support, and wellness programming beyond the multi-day events.