Decorated veteran in uniform at the Salute to the Vets, Santa Barbara
Our story

War Torn

Santa Barbara County, California

Founded by a humble American who knows the cost.

Veterans riding in a military vehicle
Salute to the Vets

Where it all started

In 2012, Jerry Farmer put on the first Salute to the Vets in Goleta: a day of military vehicles, live music, a flyover, and a whole community turning out to honor the people who served. It raised money for local veterans programs, and it never stopped.

War Torn shirts have been on the backs of volunteers and in the raffle tents since the early years. Today Jerry serves on the board of the Santa Barbara County Veterans Collaborative, and a portion of every War Torn order goes to support local veterans through it.

Fire engine and American flag at the Salute to the Vets parade
Military truck on State Street Riders with flags Mounted color guard Parade route under the palms Handmade wooden flags

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