Make a Difference Challenge
A Story That Truly Made a Difference
At Aggressor Adventures®, we believe that exploration isn’t just about the places we visit — it’s about the impact we make along the way. The Making A Difference Challenge, presented through our Aggressor Challenge Coin initiative, honors individuals whose actions embody compassion, service, and a genuine commitment to helping others.
We are proud to recognize David McDonough of Marietta, Georgia as our Make a Difference Challenge Winner — a true example of how one person’s choice to act can change a life forever.
Honoring Meaningful Impact
In 2019, David crossed paths with a homeless combat veteran whose benefits had been stolen, leaving him without support, stability, or a path forward. It was the kind of moment many people might pass by — but David didn’t. Instead, he stepped in. Through persistence and advocacy, David helped secure the veteran a place at the Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville, providing him with access to care, structure, and dignity when he needed it most. When the COVID-19 pandemic introduced new challenges, David continued to support him through the uncertainty. Because of that unwavering commitment, the veteran was ultimately reunited with his family — a powerful reminder that compassion, paired with action, can truly change lives.
The Making A Difference Award celebrates individuals whose actions create lasting, positive change — not for recognition, but because it’s the right thing to do. David McDonough’s story is a powerful example of how empathy and perseverance can transform lives. As part of this recognition, David will receive a complimentary liveaboard trip for two aboard an Aggressor Adventures yacht in the Caribbean — an experience that reflects the same spirit of connection, exploration, and purpose that defines who we are.
