COL (R) Mintz '91 Ends Walk Across America in San Diego

COL (R) Kenny Mintz '91, a veteran, started his walk across America in Washington D.C in April and finished in Encinitas this weekend. His walk across the U.S was to raise funds for pancreatic cancer and several veteran organizations. COL (R) Mintz '91 finished his journey at Swamis Beach, which is a special location to him as it’s rooted from memories of his mother who passed away from pancreatic cancer. “When I was 4-years-old, she went from Washington D.C. and drove with me and nothing but me and a suitcase,” said COL (R) Mintz '91. “And a dream and came out to San Diego to start a new life.” COL (R) Mintz '91 seven-month jorney ended with family, friends and veterans, which he served along with. “To honor the guys that I lost in combat and honor the guys I served with,” COL (R) Mintz '91 said. His journey raised funds for The Independence Fund, an organization helping wounded veterans. Read More.