Operation Salvation

Operation Salvation, a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering disabled veterans through a woodworking program that promotes healing, skill development, and community connection. Founded to address the need for non-clinical pathways to mental wellness and reintegration, Operation Salvation provides hands-on woodworking experiences that build confidence, foster camaraderie, and support emotional resilience.

Richard H. King is the Co-founder of Operation Salvation, a nonprofit that helps disabled veterans heal and reconnect through woodworking and community. Inspired by the loss of his veteran brother to suicide, Richard is committed to creating programs that provide purpose, skill development, and support for those who have served.

Richard H. King joined the U.S. Air Force in 1991, served 4 years and during that time was awarded the Gulf War ribbon, National Service Defense ribbon for support of Operations Desert Shield/Storm, crew chief on an F-16 Fighting Falcon, married for 26 years has 3 children and 2 grandchildren.

Presenting with Richard is Adrian A. Ramos a native Texan, a graduate of Texas A&M University, and a 10-year U.S. Army veteran. He retired in 2025 from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as a Professional Engineer and now serves with Operation Salvation, where he helps lead woodworking programs that use craftsmanship as a form of therapeutic mentorship and personal growth.