Warrior Homes of Collier has received a landmark $250,000 challenge grant from the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, significantly advancing its mission to end veteran homelessness in Collier County. Once fulfilled, the challenge will generate $500,000 in support for the Zulu Project, the final step toward achieving functional zero veteran homelessness locally.
The Zulu Project, currently under renovation in Naples, will transform a 10‑unit apartment building into housing for 20 veterans later this year. It will become Warrior Homes’ seventh residence.
“We’re incredibly thankful to the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation for this and all of the amazing support they have given us over the years,” said Dale Mullin, founder and president of Warrior Homes of Collier. “They deeply understand both the mission and the urgent need in our community to stand behind homeless veterans.”
Warrior Homes of Collier currently operates six residences in Naples, offering both transitional and long‑term supportive housing, along with mental health counseling, peer support, homeless‑prevention services, and educational opportunities. The organization receives no government funding and relies on community and private‑sector support.
The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, founded by Best Buy co‑founder Richard M. Schulze, focuses its philanthropy on human services, education, and health, with a strong commitment to Florida communities.
