Michael Chambers began his military career in February 1993, proudly continuing his family’s tradition of service. “Even as a child, I wanted to be a soldier,” Michael reflects. For over two decades, he served his country with dedication, completing four tours in Afghanistan as a member of the 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne).
Michael’s exceptional service earned him numerous honors. Among his awards are 7 Army Commendation Medals, 8 Army Achievement Medals, 6 Good Conduct Medals, a National Defense Service Medal (with Bronze Star), an Afghanistan Campaign Medal (with two campaign stars), and both the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary and Service Medals.
After retiring as a Sergeant, Michael faced the difficult reality of service-related injuries. These injuries left him disabled and unable to work. However, he refused to let these challenges define him. Instead, he turned his focus to helping others in need.
In 2017, Michael began volunteering with the Lewisburg Almost Heaven chapter of Habitat for Humanity. As a Site Build Supervisor, he guided volunteers through every stage of building homes. These projects provided shelter for West Virginia families who had faced significant hardships.
Michael worked alongside volunteers on tasks like site preparation, wall framing, painting, installing appliances, and building decks. His mentorship helped volunteers gain valuable trade skills, develop leadership abilities, and feel a sense of purpose.
One of Michael’s most impactful efforts was organizing the Lowe’s National Women’s Build. He led over 50 women from the Lewisburg area in pre-building walls for two major projects: The Home Builder Blitz and The Home Depot Veteran Build.
To honor these volunteers, Michael crafted wooden hammers from reclaimed materials. He collaborated with the recipient families to hand-engrave each hammer, creating meaningful keepsakes for everyone involved.
Michael’s dedication and impact did not go unnoticed. In 2017, he was named “Volunteer of the Year” by Habitat for Humanity. For Michael, helping others is more than a mission; it’s a way to empower individuals and strengthen communities. He often credits the support he received during his own journey as the inspiration for his efforts to pay it forward.
In January, Branch Manager Justin Weikle and the Lewisburg team at ALCOVA Mortgage presented Michael Chambers with the Hometown Hero award. This recognition celebrated his unwavering commitment to service and the profound impact he continues to make in his community.
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