Sierra Delta in the Media

Featured podcasts, articles, and press releases

Stay updated on the growth of our Sierra Delta community and the positive impact we continue to make in the lives of Veterans nationwide.

Media Contact

Welcome to Sierra Delta's Featured News and Media page, where you can request our founder and CEO BJ Ganem to speak at one of your events or community engagements. We also highlight the impactful work our organization does in empowering military Veterans through the power of dogs. Here you'll find a collection of podcast appearances, newspaper features, and press releases that highlight our mission, achievements, and the belief that a dog can change a Veteran’s life.

Media Contact: Sierra Delta

Our CEO & Founder

BJ Ganem leads all administrative functions for Sierra Delta. His personal experience with military-to-civilian transition influences his insight into what support veterans need when returning home. BJ’s journey has led him from the United States Marine Corps to nonprofit organizations such as the Semper Fi Fund. On November 25, 2004, while on patrol in Iraq, BJ’s vehicle was struck by an Improvised Explosive Device (I.E.D.). The attack left BJ with an amputated left leg, mild brain injury, and shrapnel wounds. Above all, the attack left BJ with the unprepared realization he would no longer be an Infantryman in the fight for freedom. BJ found his purpose in helping other men and women transition into society. A USC graduate with an MSW in Social Work, BJ also captains the Wounded Warrior Amputee Football Team (WWAFT). BJ and his wife Sarah live in Reedsburg, WI, with their family and rescue dog named Loki.

Latest Podcast Episodes

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BJ Ganem was featured on the 1 mile, 1 Veteran podcast
BJ Ganem was featured on the 1 mile, 1 Veteran podcast

BJ was featured on 1 Mile 1 Veteran, a podcast by Navy corpsman Danny Mayberry. Join Danny as he dives into topics like mental health, well-being, and personal development in the Veteran community.

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The Good Stuff Podcast: That Damn Dog with BJ Ganem
The Good Stuff Podcast: That Damn Dog with BJ Ganem

The Good Stuff Podcast, hosted by Jacob and Ashley Schick, delves into inspiring stories of success and perseverance. In this episode, Jacob and Ashley interview our founder, BJ Ganem.

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The Street Dog Podcast: healing Veterans through a love of dogs
The Street Dog Podcast: healing Veterans through a love of dogs

On this episode of The Street Dog Podcast, BJ Ganem shares insights into Sierra Delta's mission and recounts his journey from the United States Marine Corps to various nonprofit organizations.

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Animal Allies - Healing & Service through Sierra Delta
Animal Allies - Healing & Service through Sierra Delta

Be Better Media, a platform committed to sharing meaningful narratives and challenging problem-centered, fear-based media, recently featured our founder, BJ, on their podcast.

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BJ Ganem on American Joyride Podcast
BJ Ganem on American Joyride Podcast

BJ Ganem’s life story needs to be heard to be believed. David Hookstead sat down with Ganem for the latest episode of American Joyride.

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Catch The Moment Podcast with David Tyree
Catch The Moment Podcast with David Tyree

Catch The Moment inspires others to find value in the process that leads to moments of significance. In this episode, host David Tyree interviews BJ about the mission and vision of Sierra Delta.

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Latest Press Releases

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Press Release: VFW WI Partners with Sierra Delta
Press Release: VFW WI Partners with Sierra Delta

In June, the VFW Department of Wisconsin announced its collaboration with Sierra Delta. The partnership aims to launch the New State Commander's Project, an initiative focused on enhancing the lives of military veterans and their service dogs.

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Press Release: New Country Music Album WARRIOR LIFE Debuts on Flag Day; Funds Raised Benefit Sierra Delta
Press Release: New Country Music Album WARRIOR LIFE Debuts on Flag Day; Funds Raised Benefit Sierra Delta

Press Release: New Country Music Album WARRIOR LIFE Debuts on Flag Day; 100% of Funds Raised to Benefit Sierra Delta in Support of U.S. Veterans.

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Latest News Articles

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Veteran-founded group offers dog training grants to those who served
Veteran-founded group offers dog training grants to those who served

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Sierra Delta was recently interviewed by CBS 58 in Milwaukee. BJ discussed how Sierra Delta provides grants to help veterans train dogs for a range of needs, from companionship to specialized skills.

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Veteran finds new lease on life with the help of non-profit
Veteran finds new lease on life with the help of non-profit
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This Bags Tournament Is Raising Money for Veterans
This Bags Tournament Is Raising Money for Veterans

Sierra Delta was featured in a recent news article for hosting the Winter Bags Tournament at First and Bowl in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. The tournament offered food, drinks, prizes, and games, creating a fun and meaningful way for the community to support veterans and their families.

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At 'The Green Bay House,' the Packers game-day tailgates are a bucket list item and giving back to veterans is a tradition
At 'The Green Bay House,' the Packers game-day tailgates are a bucket list item and giving back to veterans is a tradition

Sierra Delta was honored to be the beneficiary of The Green Bay House’s annual Ultimate Tailgate and Raffle, an incredible event hosted by Tom and Erin Burns near Lambeau Field. Featured in a recent article, the Burns family has turned their garage into a Packers fan destination, raising over $46,000 since 2021 to support veterans and their dogs through Sierra Delta’s Life Buddy program.

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Packers and 49ers Fans unite at a Green Bay Tailgate to raise money for veterans
Packers and 49ers Fans unite at a Green Bay Tailgate to raise money for veterans

Sierra Delta was featured in a recent NBC26 story highlighting our partnership with the Burns family, who have raised over $27,000 through their annual tailgate fundraiser in Green Bay.

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Sierra Delta Looks To Bring Back Holidays For Heroes On Nantucket
Sierra Delta Looks To Bring Back Holidays For Heroes On Nantucket

At the 7th annual Pledges for Pups event at the Westmoor Club on Nantucket last weekend, BJ Ganem, CEO and founder of Sierra Delta, announced that Holidays for Heroes will return to Nantucket.

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All news and Media

News and Press Blog
Veteran-founded group offers dog training grants to those who served
Veteran-founded group offers dog training grants to those who served

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Sierra Delta was recently interviewed by CBS 58 in Milwaukee. BJ discussed how Sierra Delta provides grants to help veterans train dogs for a range of needs, from companionship to specialized skills.

Read More →
Veteran finds new lease on life with the help of non-profit
Veteran finds new lease on life with the help of non-profit
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This Bags Tournament Is Raising Money for Veterans
This Bags Tournament Is Raising Money for Veterans

Sierra Delta was featured in a recent news article for hosting the Winter Bags Tournament at First and Bowl in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. The tournament offered food, drinks, prizes, and games, creating a fun and meaningful way for the community to support veterans and their families.

Read More →
At 'The Green Bay House,' the Packers game-day tailgates are a bucket list item and giving back to veterans is a tradition
At 'The Green Bay House,' the Packers game-day tailgates are a bucket list item and giving back to veterans is a tradition

Sierra Delta was honored to be the beneficiary of The Green Bay House’s annual Ultimate Tailgate and Raffle, an incredible event hosted by Tom and Erin Burns near Lambeau Field. Featured in a recent article, the Burns family has turned their garage into a Packers fan destination, raising over $46,000 since 2021 to support veterans and their dogs through Sierra Delta’s Life Buddy program.

Read More →
Packers and 49ers Fans unite at a Green Bay Tailgate to raise money for veterans
Packers and 49ers Fans unite at a Green Bay Tailgate to raise money for veterans

Sierra Delta was featured in a recent NBC26 story highlighting our partnership with the Burns family, who have raised over $27,000 through their annual tailgate fundraiser in Green Bay.

Read More →
BJ Ganem was featured on the 1 mile, 1 Veteran podcast
BJ Ganem was featured on the 1 mile, 1 Veteran podcast

BJ was featured on 1 Mile 1 Veteran, a podcast by Navy corpsman Danny Mayberry. Join Danny as he dives into topics like mental health, well-being, and personal development in the Veteran community.

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Sierra Delta Looks To Bring Back Holidays For Heroes On Nantucket
Sierra Delta Looks To Bring Back Holidays For Heroes On Nantucket

At the 7th annual Pledges for Pups event at the Westmoor Club on Nantucket last weekend, BJ Ganem, CEO and founder of Sierra Delta, announced that Holidays for Heroes will return to Nantucket.

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Sierra Delta is Back on Nantucket
Sierra Delta is Back on Nantucket

Read how Sierra Delta returned to Nantucket this summer for the seventh year to host their Pledges For Pups annual fundraiser.

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BJ Ganem on The Street Dog Coalition podcast

We kill 800,000 healthy, trainable, and adoptable dogs every year in this country. One of the after-effects of Sierra Delta is getting some of these dogs into the hands of Veterans who need a Life Buddy.

BJ Ganem on The 1 Mile, 1 Veteran Podcast

Every dog can provide a service, and every Veteran can still be of service.