James Torborg
President · Hooks for Heroes
President at Hooks for Heroes. Listed as an officer, director, or key employee across 1 organization on the Form 990 record.
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James Torborg is the President and driving force behind Hooks for Heroes, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing therapeutic fishing experiences for American veterans and first responders. A U.S.
Marine veteran, former NYPD police officer, and current FDNY firefighter, Torborg has firsthand experience with the debilitating effects of work-related stress and trauma. He founded Hooks for Heroes to offer a positive outlet and an alternative method of treatment, helping heroes cope with physical and mental injuries sustained during their service.
The organization aims to reduce the alarming rates of PTSD, substance abuse, and suicide among veterans and first responders by fostering camaraderie and healing through nature.
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- FDNY Firefighter (current)
- NYPD Police Officer (former)
- U.S. Marine Veteran
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