Challenge Coin

Every custom challenge coin we create has some type of meaning behind it. We get the opportunity to produce coins for all different types of people, but it’s always special when you have a client share with you first hand the story behind the custom coin you produce.

Today we wanted to share with you the story behind the Chance Phelps Foundation directly from Chance’s mother. We very much appreciate her giving us the opportunity to support this cause that gives back to veterans.

The Chance Phelps Foundation was founded in 2006, 2 years after the death of my son, LCpl Chance R. Phelps USMC, who died during combat operations in Al Anbar Province, Iraq.
 
The picture on the face of the coin was originally painted by Chance's dad, artist/sculptor John R. Phelps for the "Faces of the Fallen" exhibit that was on display in Arlington, VA in 2005-2007.
 
The Chance Phelps Foundation helps veterans from WY and from across the US by assisting them in their endeavors after the rigors of combat.  This started as a result of Chance's buddies coming to WY to pay their respects and visit our family shortly after his death. And it continues today.  We can also assist in getting here to WY to enjoy our back-country, and also if needed help with continuing education and assistance to and from the VA for routine medical care.
 
The Chance Phelps Coin is another way to help our Foundation raise funds to help the foundation continue to help our veterans.  We currently are planning for one major fund-raiser this summer, and continue this each year.  CPF is currently on the Combined Federal Campaign list of non-profit charities that Federal employees can give to as well.
 
Our thanks to all of the public who have helped CPF and continue to help us reach our goal of helping our vets!
 
Gretchen Mack, President/Founder of CPF
and mother of LCpl Chance R. Phelps USMC, KIA 9 April 2004