Honor Roll for Veterans

Timothy Zarzecki, Jr.

When: 2016
Where: Virginia Beach, Virginia
Continue Reading
Timothy Zarzecki, Jr.

Synopsis

Tim Zarzecki, a food service worker with Goodwill Industries, has built strong connections with wounded service members through his work, advocates for better transportation for people with disabilities, and leads the organization's self-advocate program.
 

The Full Story

Tim Zarzecki works for Goodwill Industries of Lower South Carolina as a food service worker on a contract with Naval Special Warfare Development Group in Virginia Beach, Virginia. 

Zarzecki, who is missing his left arm from below the elbow and has depression, said he’s forged strong connections with wounded service members he’s contacted through his work. He’s also president of the organization’s self-advocate program and is working to improve transportation options for people with disabilities to get to their jobs on base.