Gracie Broll joined Operation Homefront in 2008 as a contractor to launch and manage the organization’s first transitional housing village in San Antonio. It was through this formative work that she recognized the urgent need for safe, stable housing for wounded servicemembers and their families—igniting a lifelong commitment to supporting the military community.
Over the years, Gracie has advanced through the organization to become Senior Vice President of Housing and Critical Financial Assistance. In this role, she leads Operation Homefront’s nationwide Transitional and Permanent Housing programs, which provide homes for military families to live in as they move from military to civilian life. These programs offer more than just shelter—they serve as a foundation for stability, healing, and long-term success. She also oversees the organization’s Critical Financial Assistance program, which offers emergency support to help prevent short-term financial crises from becoming long-term hardships.
Gracie’s dedication to the mission is deeply personal. Her brother-in-law, a U.S. Army veteran, was severely injured by an IED blast while serving in Iraq and endured more than seven years of surgeries during his recovery. Witnessing his long and difficult journey—and ultimately seeing him build a fulfilling life—fuels her unwavering commitment to helping other military families thrive beyond their own challenges.