Eric is a U.S. Army veteran and the Chief Executive Officer of Tharseo IT. He brings extensive leadership experience in federal technology, veteran advocacy, and organizational governance. As the founding chair of Sentinel Six, Eric ensures alignment with the Foundation’s mission and its compliance with nonprofit and SDVOSB integrity standards.
Sentinel Six
Standing Guard for Those Who Served
Founded by VALORtech.AI, Sentinel Six is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting military veterans, first responders, and their families. Through comprehensive programs including education, emergency assistance, career development, and community engagement, we honor those who have served by providing resources to thrive in their personal and professional lives. Sentinel Six is built on the vision of creating a nation where no hero feels left behind and opportunities abound for all who wore the uniform.
Mission & Vision
Mission:
Sentinel Six, the nonprofit foundation launched by ValorTech.AI, is committed to standing unwavering guard over those who’ve served. We exist to uplift, empower, and walk alongside those who have worn the uniform - military veterans, first responders, and their families. Through education, emergency assistance, career development, and community building, Sentinel Six honors the legacy of service by investing in the people who have given so much to protect and serve others.
Vision:
To serve as the nation’s most trusted sentry for veterans and first responders in transition and to become a nationwide catalyst for hope and renewal in the lives of America’s heroes. Sentinel Six envisions a world where veterans and first responders have access to the tools, support, and opportunities they need to thrive - professionally, emotionally, and personally.
Sentinel Six, the nonprofit foundation launched by ValorTech.AI, is committed to standing unwavering guard over those who’ve served. We exist to uplift, empower, and walk alongside those who have worn the uniform - military veterans, first responders, and their families. Through education, emergency assistance, career development, and community building, Sentinel Six honors the legacy of service by investing in the people who have given so much to protect and serve others.
Vision:
To serve as the nation’s most trusted sentry for veterans and first responders in transition and to become a nationwide catalyst for hope and renewal in the lives of America’s heroes. Sentinel Six envisions a world where veterans and first responders have access to the tools, support, and opportunities they need to thrive - professionally, emotionally, and personally.
Why We Stand Watch
Sentinel Six was born from both memory and mission. For founder Eric Wimer - a U.S. Army veteran and former helicopter pilot - service didn’t end with the uniform. It became a lifelong calling to stand watch over the heroes who protect our country and communities. From combat zones to emergency rooms, Eric witnessed the sacrifice ... and the silence that often follows.
He wasn’t alone. Each founding member carries a personal tie to service - spouses, siblings, children, and parents who wore the badge or the uniform. They understand the cost of duty and the quiet struggle that lingers once the applause fades.
Together at VALORtech.AI, they transformed that belief into action - launching Sentinel Six as a nonprofit foundation committed to restoring dignity, opportunity, and purpose to those who have served. What began as mission-critical work evolved into a movement.
Today, Sentinel Six is more than a nonprofit. It is a shield. A lifeline. A promise. Whether through scholarships, emergency assistance, mental health retreats, or legacy endowments, we serve as sentries for those who have served us. We carry forward a legacy of guardianship - not just in memory, but in motion.
Because in the fight for transition, restoration, and purpose, no hero should walk alone. Sentinel Six is here to ensure they never do.
He wasn’t alone. Each founding member carries a personal tie to service - spouses, siblings, children, and parents who wore the badge or the uniform. They understand the cost of duty and the quiet struggle that lingers once the applause fades.
Together at VALORtech.AI, they transformed that belief into action - launching Sentinel Six as a nonprofit foundation committed to restoring dignity, opportunity, and purpose to those who have served. What began as mission-critical work evolved into a movement.
Today, Sentinel Six is more than a nonprofit. It is a shield. A lifeline. A promise. Whether through scholarships, emergency assistance, mental health retreats, or legacy endowments, we serve as sentries for those who have served us. We carry forward a legacy of guardianship - not just in memory, but in motion.
Because in the fight for transition, restoration, and purpose, no hero should walk alone. Sentinel Six is here to ensure they never do.
Empowering Heroes
Your service deserves enduring support
Educational Programs
Relief and Resilience
Memorial Endowment Circle
Matthew Young
Executive Director
Executive Director
In every enduring mission, there are leaders whose presence reflects not just strength, but story - a testimony to the very values an organization seeks to uphold. For Sentinel Six - A VALORtech.AI Foundation, that leader is Matthew Young.
Matthew is not only a decorated combat veteran of the United States Air Force, but he is also a servant-leader whose legacy of protection, counsel, and transformation aligns perfectly with the heartbeat of this foundation. Throughout his decorated military career - marked by courage under fire, unwavering integrity, and operational excellence - his distinguished service in law enforcement, and his retirement, Matthew’s daily focus has always been to protect and uplift those around him.
Now, as a Service-Disabled Veteran, Matthew dedicates his time to walking alongside others who have walked through fire - veterans returning from conflict, first responders struggling with trauma, and families navigating the unseen toll of service. His life is not just one of service - it is one of restoration. In every sense, Matthew embodies the Sentinel spirit.
Matthew doesn’t just understand the transition from chaos to clarity - he lives it, models it, and empowers others to achieve it. His leadership will ensure that Sentinel Six not only honors the legacy of service but actively restores dignity, direction, and resilience to those we serve.
Matthew is not only a decorated combat veteran of the United States Air Force, but he is also a servant-leader whose legacy of protection, counsel, and transformation aligns perfectly with the heartbeat of this foundation. Throughout his decorated military career - marked by courage under fire, unwavering integrity, and operational excellence - his distinguished service in law enforcement, and his retirement, Matthew’s daily focus has always been to protect and uplift those around him.
Now, as a Service-Disabled Veteran, Matthew dedicates his time to walking alongside others who have walked through fire - veterans returning from conflict, first responders struggling with trauma, and families navigating the unseen toll of service. His life is not just one of service - it is one of restoration. In every sense, Matthew embodies the Sentinel spirit.
Matthew doesn’t just understand the transition from chaos to clarity - he lives it, models it, and empowers others to achieve it. His leadership will ensure that Sentinel Six not only honors the legacy of service but actively restores dignity, direction, and resilience to those we serve.
Founding Board of Directors
Eric Wimer
Founding Board Member / Chairman
Bill Young
Founding Board Member / Vice Chair
Bill serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Tharseo IT and is a former CIO for in higher education and the healthcare industry. He has deep experience in digital transformation, public-private partnerships, and mission driven leadership. Bill is also a proud father to an officer in the U.S. Army. As Vice Chair, Bill guides the Foundation’s strategic direction and external communications.
Mike Tenreiro
Founding Board Member / Treasurer
Mike is the Vice President of Sales at Tharseo IT and a seasoned federal business development executive. He brings over a decade of experience building partnerships across the public sector and leads fundraising and donor development for Sentinel Six.
Zach Ehrhardt
Founding Board Member
Zach is the Chief Technology Architect at Tharseo IT and a lead architect of secure, scalable cloud environments. His background includes infrastructure design and IT delivery in federal environments. At Sentinel Six, Zach supports technology enablement for program delivery and digital access.
Casey Carter
Founding Board Member
Casey Carter serves as the Lead Security Officer and Master Principal Cloud Architect at Tharseo IT, where he leads enterprise cloud security strategy and governance. With experience in infrastructure design and security spanning both on-premises and cloud environments, Casey has guided organizations through complex modernization and migration initiatives. He has supported state, local, and federal government clients in adopting resilient, compliant, and future-ready environments.
Contact
- Washington D.C., DC, USA
- +1-999-7777-000
- info@sentinel-vi.org
- Mon-Fri - 08:00-19:00
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Make an Impact Today.
At Sentinel Six – A VALORtech.AI Foundation, we believe no hero should walk alone. Our mission is to uplift, empower, and walk alongside military veterans, first responders, and their families — helping them heal, grow, and thrive after service.
Every donation you give fuels life-changing programs:
Your gift — whether one-time or recurring — is more than support. It’s a shield, a lifeline, a promise.
👉 Give once. Restore hope.
👉 Give monthly. Stand guard every day.
Together, we can ensure that those who have given so much for us are never left behind.
Be their sentinel. Donate today.
Every donation you give fuels life-changing programs:
- Scholarships & Training that open doors to education and new careers.
- Emergency Relief Funds that bridge the gap during life’s toughest storms.
- Mental Health & Resilience Programs that restore hope and rebuild strength.
- Legacy Endowments that honor fallen heroes and ensure their stories live on.
Your gift — whether one-time or recurring — is more than support. It’s a shield, a lifeline, a promise.
👉 Give once. Restore hope.
👉 Give monthly. Stand guard every day.
Together, we can ensure that those who have given so much for us are never left behind.
Be their sentinel. Donate today.