This has taken just over 3 years to accomplish with the help of our fellow Americans and Congress.

The increase in numbers of troops with upgraded head armor is a direct result of our work together, especially following the testimony Operation Helmet gave before Congress, calls from constituents, interest by the media, and action on the part of patriotic Americans. The result is that now all combat troops are now (or will be) equipped with shock-absorbing pad inserts for their helmets, vital in this new and dangerous form of combat.

With the current reassurance from the military, we plan to close down Operation Helmet's helmet upgrade program after answering the remaining requests for troopers/units that have somehow missed getting the upgrade kits. We will continue to press manufacturers and the military to provide helmet upgrades that not only protect from blast/impact forces but also make the head armor comfortable enough so troops can concentrate on their dangerous missions and not headaches from poorly designed pad systems.

We are no longer actively soliciting donations after July, as scheduled fund-raising events and projected donations should be sufficient to provide helmet upgrades to units/troops who have not yet been provided the upgrade by their respective Service branches. Any remaining funds will go to charities providing support for wounded troops and their families. These groups include (but aren't limited to):