What are you doing to help our Veterans today?

[ScoobaDawg]

Guys, I want to post about something that is near and dear to me and I am blessed to be a part of (besides this great site)
Now.. what are 3 things we in the South are Passionate about. Sports (that's why we are here) ,Guns...(well we can talk about those Auction items later...) and our Soldiers / Veterans.
Well I'm here to try and see if any of you would be willing to help with the last one.


I am the Director of Corporate Relations for Operation Valor, a 501c3 who raises funds every year through our Annual Benefit Gala, Virtual Runs, and Merchandise sale.
We are a completely voluntary organization, who has donated over $75k to different veteran non-profits over the past 4 years.
This year all net donations will be donated to our 7 vetted Veteran non-profits :
Chris Kyle Frog Foundation
Lone Survivor Foundation
31 Heroes
Navy SEAL Foundation
Operation Enduring Warrior
Combat Wounded Coalition
The Raider project
All of these charities work closely with mentally and physically wounded veterans to honor, empower, and motivate them. Through different programs offered, the wounded veterans are reminded there is no challenge big or small they cannot overcome.

The biggest way we raise funds is our annual Operation Valor Charity Benefit Gala. This year the gala will be at the DFW North Mariott in Irving, TX on Oct. 25.
Now BEFORE I lose you and you say... Well I won't be able to attend.. Well Read on... You CAN still help from afar!!!

What I'm asking for from my fellow Bulldog fans (or any other fan reading) is to donate a ticket ($100) so a veteran can attend the dinner in your place.
https://opvalor.org/product/veterans...-benefit-gala/
You can also register to take part in the virtual run that has 3 different distances (5k, 10k, Half marathon) for $25 each or $60 for the trifecta medal (and all 3 distance medals)
Or pick up some shirts, patches, or a pen made from a 50 cal shell.
https://opvalor.org/shop/

Also you can also donate directly using credit card or PayPal. If you wish to write a physical check instead, Please make it out to Operation Valor and mail to:
Operation Valor
7201 Hart Lane
Ste. #1088
Austin, TX. 78731


One of our Beneficiaries this year is Operation Enduring Warrior. If you haven't seen or heard of them before. This organization is full of some bad-asses who won't let any of their battle injuries stand in their way of doing anything. And that is one of the points they make in helping other veterans. Whether it's showing them how much they can overcome during a Spartan race, jumping out of an airplane, or working in the community.






If anyone has any questions ... Please PM me.

EIN 82-1207893
https://www.opvalor.org/
https://www.facebook.com/OpValor1/

https://www.instagram.com/operationvalor/
https://twitter.com/OpValor1

[TUSK]

Dude. Send me a PM...

I will do all I can.

Dig?

[ScoobaDawg]

Dude. Send me a PM...

I will do all I can.

Dig?

Sent. I know you will sir.

[ScoobaDawg]

Thanks to those who have supported already. At the end of the day, just remember these organizations are helping bridge the gap on the care our Veterans NEED and what the VA and other government organizations are doing.

[gravedigger]

Guys, I want to post about something that is near and dear to me and I am blessed to be a part of (besides this great site)
Now.. what are 3 things we in the South are Passionate about. Sports (that's why we are here) ,Guns...(well we can talk about those Auction items later...) and our Soldiers / Veterans.
Well I'm here to try and see if any of you would be willing to help with the last one.


I am the Director of Corporate Relations for Operation Valor, a 501c3 who raises funds every year through our Annual Benefit Gala, Virtual Runs, and Merchandise sale.
We are a completely voluntary organization, who has donated over $75k to different veteran non-profits over the past 4 years.
This year all net donations will be donated to our 7 vetted Veteran non-profits :
Chris Kyle Frog Foundation
Lone Survivor Foundation
31 Heroes
Navy SEAL Foundation
Operation Enduring Warrior
Combat Wounded Coalition
The Raider project
All of these charities work closely with mentally and physically wounded veterans to honor, empower, and motivate them. Through different programs offered, the wounded veterans are reminded there is no challenge big or small they cannot overcome.

The biggest way we raise funds is our annual Operation Valor Charity Benefit Gala. This year the gala will be at the DFW North Mariott in Irving, TX on Oct. 25.
Now BEFORE I lose you and you say... Well I won't be able to attend.. Well Read on... You CAN still help from afar!!!

What I'm asking for from my fellow Bulldog fans (or any other fan reading) is to donate a ticket ($100) so a veteran can attend the dinner in your place.
https://opvalor.org/product/veterans...-benefit-gala/
You can also register to take part in the virtual run that has 3 different distances (5k, 10k, Half marathon) for $25 each or $60 for the trifecta medal (and all 3 distance medals)
Or pick up some shirts, patches, or a pen made from a 50 cal shell.
https://opvalor.org/shop/

Also you can also donate directly using credit card or PayPal. If you wish to write a physical check instead, Please make it out to Operation Valor and mail to:
Operation Valor
7201 Hart Lane
Ste. #1088
Austin, TX. 78731


One of our Beneficiaries this year is Operation Enduring Warrior. If you haven't seen or heard of them before. This organization is full of some bad-asses who won't let any of their battle injuries stand in their way of doing anything. And that is one of the points they make in helping other veterans. Whether it's showing them how much they can overcome during a Spartan race, jumping out of an airplane, or working in the community.






If anyone has any questions ... Please PM me.

EIN 82-1207893
https://www.opvalor.org/
https://www.facebook.com/OpValor1/

https://www.instagram.com/operationvalor/
https://twitter.com/OpValor1

On behalf of my fellow vets, thank you for posting this. I am not one of those in need at the present, but there are so many that are.

[Red Sox Dawg]

Bump. Take a look if you haven't already.

[3rdGen]

PM sent Scooba. Thanks for doing what your doing!

[ScoobaDawg]

Thanks guys for donating. It's not too late, We are honored to be able to bring in more veterans this year than before and you are helping with that cause.
Some examples are the local Navy base in Fort Worth will be bringing a group out.
Also, the gold star family of Christopher S. Thibodeau, who was killed in a helicopter crash in afghanistan.
In addition Also Vietnam vet Larry Shatto (Army - Huey pilot) will also be attending with 2 of his buddies from his unit.
As well as Iwo Jima veteran Troy Melton and Don Graves along with one of the former Co's at Ft. Hood.

[TUSK]

Thanks guys for donating. It's not too late, We are honored to be able to bring in more veterans this year than before and you are helping with that cause.
Some examples are the local Navy base in Fort Worth will be bringing a group out.
Also, the gold star family of Christopher S. Thibodeau, who was killed in a helicopter crash in afghanistan.
In addition Also Vietnam vet Larry Shatto (Army - Huey pilot) will also be attending with 2 of his buddies from his unit.
As well as Iwo Jima veteran Troy Melton and Don Graves along with one of the former Co's at Ft. Hood.

I got my shirt, Scoob... I dig it.

Thanks!!

[ScoobaDawg]

I got my shirt, Scoob... I dig it.

Thanks!!

I meant to ask you which shirt ya picked up.

If I can ever get back on the board on my laptop, I'll post some of the auction items we have this year..

Plus some info on the speakers. Even if there's no chance you get to attend. They have some amazing stories

[ScoobaDawg]

Bump. 3 more days till the Gala.