Robert Heffner
Bob Doing Bob Things
- Role
- Board of Directors Fundraising Chair Vettek Foundation 501(C)(3) Nonprofit at Vettek Foundation
- Location
- Bloomfield Hills, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Robert Heffner
Seasoned manager with experience in developing, leading and implementing SDARS advance technologies* Solid experience taking R&D programs into production on time and on budget* Knowledge of engineering principles in both the military and civilian markets* Outstanding communications skills* Excellent project management skills* Fast learning potential through hands-on experienceSpecialties: Held a Top Secret and NATO Secret security clearance with U.S. Air Force
Experience
Board of Directors Fundraising Chair Vettek Foundation 501(C)(3) Nonprofit
Apr 2025 — Present
Board Member & Fundraising Chair · VETTEK Foundation | Restoring Dignity & Mobility for Veterans, First Responders & Their Families | Champion for Advanced Prosthetics & Orthotics Access | Nonprofit Leader | vettek.orgBoard of Directors · Fundraising ChairVETTEK Foundation · 501(c)(3) Nonprofit 2025 – Present · Volunteer Board LeadershipVETTEK Foundation provides financial assistance for prosthetics, orthotics, and associated care to U.S. veterans, first responders, and their dependents — regardless of whether their needs are service-related. As Fundraising Chair, I lead all development activities to grow the foundation’s capacity and deliver on this mission.Develop and execute the annual fundraising strategy, spanning individual giving, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grants, and community events.Cultivate and steward a portfolio of donors and institutional partners united by a commitment to veteran and first responder welfare.Lead board-level fundraising initiatives, setting performance goals, tracking campaign results, and reporting transparently to stakeholders.Advocate for expanded access to advanced prosthetics and orthotics — from bionic limbs to custom-fitted supports — by connecting donor investment directly to beneficiary impact.Champion the foundation’s inclusive mission: serving veterans, first responders, and their dependents across all types of challenges, not only those connected to service.Represent VETTEK Foundation publicly as a speaker and ambassador at community events, nonprofit convenings, and awareness campaigns.Collaborate with the executive team and fellow board members to align fundraising with long-term program sustainability and organizational growth.
Education
Life
Doctor of Philosophy and Life Lessons
1958
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