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Whiskey & War Stories – “Objective Rock Creek” – This Weekend in Va Beach

Thursday, March 12th, 2026

The Silent Warrior Foundation will be holding its 10th Annual Whiskey & War Stories™ Gala Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 5-10 pm in the Seaside Ballroom at the Marriot Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort.

The event consists of a cocktail hour, dinner, auction and presentation of the hostage rescue mission “Objective Rock Creek”, the rescue of American Roy Hallums in Iraq in 2005. The details of Roy’s kidnapping, captivity and liberation were chronicled in his book “Buried Alive”. Roy Hallums and Dan O’Shea will be onstage to tell the story to our guests.

Several guests who have spoken at previous Whiskey & War Stories™ will be present, as well, so it will be a very special night.

There will also be a more casual event the night prior from 5-10 pm in the Executive Hospitality Suite on the 4th Floor of the hotel called “VIP Night”. An extensive taco bar, open bar, and whiskey tasting by Tarnished Truth Distillery are provided during this casual social event. This is a more relaxed opportunity to mix with our past and present speakers and attendees. Cigars on the patio, weather permitting.

This year’s auction items include the Christian Craighead painting, an extremely detailed clone of the M4’s used on the Rock Creek rescue, and a Cylinder & Slide JSOC 1911 clone to name a few. The auction website will populate this weekend.

Tickets and registration link: 10th Annual Whiskey & War Stories | Auction Frogs

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Hidden Wounds Receives $50,000 Donation from Philip Morris International U.S. to Expand Rapid Mental-Health Stabilization for Veterans

Wednesday, March 11th, 2026

Funding supports lifesaving crisis stabilization, suicide prevention, peer support, and essential services for South Carolina’s at-risk veterans

SUMTER, S.C., March 9, 2026 — Hidden Wounds, a South Carolina-based nonprofit providing immediate mental-health stabilization and long-term support for veterans, today announced a $50,000 donation from Philip Morris International’s U.S. businesses (PMI U.S.). The funding comes at a critical moment as South Carolina and the nation face rising rates of veteran suicide, with an estimated 17.6 veterans dying by suicide every day, according to a 2024 report from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

“Our mission is simple: No veteran should face their darkest hour alone,” said Dr. Lance Newman, Executive Director of Hidden Wounds, CPS, CPT, CSCS (Retired). “The support from PMI U.S. helps us keep our doors open and our hands outstretched to the men and women who sacrificed for us.”

Hidden Wounds fills urgent gaps in care by offering rapid crisis stabilization, peer-led support groups, and warm handoffs to treatment, ensuring that veterans receive fast, practical help when they need it most. In 2025 alone, the organization supported thousands of veterans experiencing PTSD, homelessness, food insecurity, depression, and other invisible wounds – often providing same-day stabilization and ongoing community support.

“Hidden Wounds is meeting veterans where they are, often in moments when they can’t wait days or weeks for help,” said Jake Jacobs, Director of External Affairs, Southeast Region at PMI U.S. “Their team provides immediate stabilization, real human connection, and long-term pathways to recovery, and PMI U.S. is proud to support an organization delivering such pragmatic, lifesaving impact for veterans across South Carolina.”

This gift reflects PMI U.S.’s commitment to pragmatic philanthropy, advancing practical, measurable results by supporting organizations delivering real impact for the military community. Since 2022, PMI U.S. has invested more than $35 million in charitable giving, including over $7M towards organizations serving U.S. service members, veterans, and their families across legal services, housing, mental health support and emergency economic relief.

In 2025, Hidden Wounds delivered measurable impact across South Carolina:

Supported 8,000+ veterans through the food pantry
Provided care to 87 veterans in nursing homes
Helped 15 veterans move from homelessness to permanent housing
Fed 5,800 veterans during Thanksgiving and Christmas
Maintained daily in-person support that keeps hundreds of veterans connected and safe

In partnership with VAlanthropy, Hidden Wounds recently broke ground on Village Alpha, a permanent housing community consisting of 650-square-foot apartments designed to help veterans stabilize, rebuild, and integrate. Construction began in February 2026 in Sumter, South Carolina, with the aim to offer immediate housing for veterans in need in addition to the other offerings and support Hidden Wounds provides.

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LifeCampUSA Opens Enrollment For Summer Camp Serving Children Of Fallen Heroes

Sunday, March 8th, 2026

LifeCampUSA Provides Free Summer Camp, Mentorship, and Long-Term Support for Youth Ages 11-14 Who Have Lost a Father in ServiceDELAFIELD, WISCONSIN / MARCH 5, 2026 – Enrollment is now open for LifeCampUSA, a faith-based children’s summer camp designed specifically for young men and women ages 11-14 who have lost a father due to their U.S. Military, Law Enforcement, or First Responder service. Each year, more than 1,000 children join the heartbreaking reality of growing up without their dad due to line-of-duty deaths, creating an urgent need for faith-centered mentorship and support that LifeCampUSA provides.

TAKE A LOOK INSIDE LIFECAMPUSA

Founded by Mark and Jane Neumann, LifeCampUSA provides a multi-day camp experience that combines outdoor adventure, Christian mentorship, grief support, and daily spiritual encouragement, all at no cost to families. LifeCampUSA covers all lodging, meals, activities, and programming, ensuring that financial barriers never prevent a child from attending.

“Children who lose a father in service to our nation or community carry a unique weight,” said co-founder Mark Neumann. “LifeCampUSA exists to surround them with mentors, faith, and brotherhood and sisterhood that remind them they are not alone and give them lasting tools to honor their fathers.”

LifeCampUSA Colorado Camp GroupLifeCampUSA was created to provide purposeful direction, inner strength, and lasting support to children navigating grief. The program fills a critical gap for families seeking faith-centered healing resources after the loss of a father. LifeCampUSA is one of the only programs in the nation dedicated exclusively to serving children who have lost a father in military, law enforcement, or first responder service.

APPLY HERE TO BE A CAMPER OR MENTOR

Enrollment for the upcoming camp season is open now. Each year, LifeCampUSA partners with top-tier family camps and guest ranches across the United States, including locations in Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and South Dakota. Sites are selected for the quality of their lodging, food, natural beauty, and available outdoor activities. From archery and swimming to team games and nightly worship, LifeCampUSA creates a safe, adventure-filled environment where grief meets community and children rediscover joy.

For more information or to apply, visit LifeCampUSA.org.

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Trident Concepts Expands Mission with Give-Back Initiative Supporting SEAL Families

Wednesday, January 28th, 2026

Elite Weapons & Tactics Training Company Launches Coffee Project to Fund Direct Support Through the SEAL Legacy Foundation

Austin, TX — January 2026 — Trident Concepts, LLC, a veteran-owned company known for delivering elite-level weapons and tactics training, today announced the launch of a new give-back initiative designed to extend its mission beyond the training environment and into long-term community impact.

As part of this initiative, Trident Concepts has introduced a purpose-driven coffee project that directly supports the SEAL Legacy Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to providing careand assistance to the families of wounded and fallen U.S. Navy SEALs. For every bag of coffee sold, Trident Concepts will donate $1, with an initial campaign goal of selling 25,000 bags to generate a $25,000 contribution.

From the beginning, Trident Concepts has focused on preparing responsible citizens, armed professionals, and organizations through high level instruction and leadership rooted in real-world experience. This new initiative reflects the company’s commitment to carrying that responsibility forward; ensuring the legacy of service continues beyond the range and classroom.

“Trident Concepts has always been more than high level training and skill development,” said Jeff Gonzales, Founder and CEO. “This project allows us to add a meaningful give back component to what we already do; creating a way for our students, supporters, and partners to contribute to families who have paid an extraordinary price.”

The coffee project was intentionally designed to align with Trident Concepts’ core values: service, honor & discipline. By tying donations directly to product sales, the company has established a transparent and measurable way to support the SEAL Legacy Foundation while offering a high-quality product that fits seamlessly into everyday life.

The SEAL Legacy Foundation provides education assistance, immediate financial support, and long-term care to the families of U.S. Navy SEALs who have been killed or seriously wounded in service to the nation. Contributions from Trident Concepts will be made annually by the company and are not issued in the name of individual customers.

The campaign officially launches with a clear call to action:
25,000 bags sold. $25,000 donated. One mission extended!

Coffee products are available online through Trident Concepts’ e-commerce platform, with wholesale opportunities available for retailers and organizations aligned with mission-driven brands.For wholesale information, contact admin@tridentconcepts.com.

For more information, visit shop.tridentconcepts.com/collections/trident-series-coffee-collection/coffee.

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GBRS Group to Host 2026 SHOT Show Kickoff Party Presented by Aimpoint Benefiting the Special Operations Care Fund (SOC-F)

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Las Vegas, Nevada, January 12, 2026

GBRS Group is proud to announce the 2026 GBRS SHOT Show Kickoff Party, presented by Aimpoint, taking place during SHOT Show week in Las Vegas. GBRS Group returns as host for what has become a must attend night for the industry, the community, and a cause that matters.

The event kicks off at 7:00 p.m. local time with a simple rule: Come As You Are. No dress code. No pretense. Just good people showing up for the right reasons. Advance tickets are available online at: qtego.us/l/shotshow/tickets/event-tickets Tickets will also be available at the door cash only please. Every dollar raised goes directly to charity.

In addition the presenting sponsor, Aimpoint, this year’s party is supported by an outstanding group of partners, including SIG Sauer, See the Night, S&S Precision, Brond Health, SWISS CNC, ROKA, OP Tactical, Otte Gear, Voight Industries, and many more across the firearms, defense, and outdoor industries.

All proceeds from the evening benefit the Special Operations Care Fund. SOC-F provides immediate and ongoing support to Special Operations Forces and their families, with a focus on preserving dignity, easing burdens, and honoring service through direct action. All monies raised are handled directly by the charity, ensuring maximum impact and full transparency.

Guests are encouraged to participate both in person and online through a high value raffle featuring donated items from a wide range of sponsors. Raffle entries are available online, winners will be selected at random, and all items will ship directly to winners after the party, so there is no need to carry anything on the show floor.

Access the raffle here: https://qtego.us/l/shotshow/items/buy

Last year set the bar. This year the goal is simple. Surpass it. More people. More impact. More support for those who have given everything.

If you are in Las Vegas for SHOT Show, this is your Monday night plan.

What: 2026 GBRS SHOT Show Kickoff Party
When: 7:00 p.m., Monday night during SHOT Show week
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada
Dress: Come As You Are
Tickets: Available online and at the door
Benefiting: Special Operations Care Fund (SOC F)

GBRS Group looks forward to welcoming the industry once again for a night that is relaxed, meaningful, and purpose driven.

If your company would like to donate items to the raffle please contact william@gbrsgroup.com.

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SK Guns Supports International Association of Bomb Technicians & Investigators

Sunday, July 27th, 2025

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – July 24, 2025 – SK Guns®, the Nation’s only series-driven, limited-edition manufacturer of custom firearms, supported the 53rd International Association of Bomb Technicians & Investigators (IABTI) International In-Service Training and Expo (IIST) through its SK Gives Back initiative.

The expo took place June 22 – 27 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. As part of the event, SK Guns donated the #053 Solo Lobo (translated: “Lone Wolf”) pistol chambered in .38 Super. This custom-engraved firearm was auctioned off to raise funds for the IABTI during the convention. The funds raised help bomb technicians and investigators across the world be as educated and effective as possible.

“It can’t be overstated how dangerous the life of a bomb technician can be. Training and education for these members of our military, law enforcement and first responder communities is absolutely vital,” said Simon Khiabani, owner and founder of SK Guns. “We are proud to use our SK Gives Back initiative to support the IABTI and help fund the research and training programs they work on throughout the year.”

The IABTI IIST is the premier global event for bomb technicians and investigators to refine their skills and network with other international experts. The event provided attendees with a new perspective on the industry, access to career pathways, research and professional development opportunities.

“We are so grateful to Simon for his kindness and willingness to help the IABTI conference, which helps facilitate well needed training to bomb technicians around the world,” said Scott Wright, St. Johns County deputy and explosive ordnance disposal technician.

To learn more about how to get involved or discuss how your foundation can partner with SK Gives Back, visit skguns.com/contact-us.

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Brownells Continues Support for Special Operations Wounded Warriors

Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

GRINNELL, Iowa (November 6, 2023) – Brownells is honoring Veterans Day all week by donating a percentage of sales to Special Operations Wounded Warriors, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping wounded veterans of the Special Operations community.

Starting Monday, November 6, and lasting through Friday November 12, Brownells will track purchases at Brownells.com and give 4% of those sales to SOWW.

As part of the Veterans Day week event, Brownells will release a special discount code SOWW25 for $25 off of $250 purchase at Brownells.com.

SOWW works to provide therapeutic outdoor experiences to wounded SOCOM veterans, as well as other types of professional therapy and assistance to veterans and their spouses and families.

The SOWW Board of Directors accept no salaries and SOWW maximizes its ability to directly support veterans and their families in every way it can.

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B.E. Meyers & Co. and the Meyers Family Fund Sponsor Veteran Cancer Screenings at HunterSeven Foundation’s Warrior Summit

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

October 5, 2023 (Redmond, WA) B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a leading provider of advanced photonics and defense technologies, has partnered with The Brad and Nancy Meyers Family Fund to co-sponsor HunterSeven Foundation’s cancer screenings for military veterans as part of the Integrative Warrior Health Summit. This joint effort reflects our shared commitment to supporting Veterans’ health and well-being. The Integrative Warrior Health Summit will be held on October 8th, 2023 from 2PM – 8PM at the Military Women’s Memorial in Arlington, VA. www.classy.org/event/integrative-warrior-health-summit/e516870

Cancer remains a significant health concern amongst Veterans, and early detection plays a crucial role in improving outcomes. Matthew Meyers, CEO of B.E. Meyers & Co. stated, “As someone who was diagnosed with cancer (Hodgkin’s Lymphoma) in 2009 as an active duty Infantryman following exposure to toxins while deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, early detection is key, and this is why HunterSeven Foundation’s incredible work is so important to us. Undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy is difficult enough, and being able to access cancer screenings that help with early detection is imperative to ensure proper care is rendered for all those who answered their nation’s call”.

The HunterSeven Foundation, a Veteran-founded, 501(c)(3) organization, conducts research on military exposures among post-9/11 Veterans and educates the Veteran on critical health information related to their exposures. HunterSeven Foundation is prominently recognized in the military medical community for their work regarding the identification of potential toxic exposures and resultant illnesses among military veterans. As a result, it equips both veterans and their healthcare providers with crucial, evidence-based information concerning these exposures. To learn more about the HuntersSeven Foundation and their mission, please visit www.hunterseven.org.

B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. is a US Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonics solutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications. Our Redmond, WA facility specializes in the design, production, and assembly of premier visible hail and warning systems, near infrared and out-of-band laser marking systems, infrared illumination, and laser range finding systems, all of which serve end-users in 38 nations worldwide.
For more information about B.E. Meyers & Co. products as we enter our 50th year, please visit us at www.bemeyers.com.

The Brad and Nancy Meyers Family Fund is a philanthropic entity designed to provide sponsorship to causes in support of Veterans, first responders, religious freedom, animal welfare, and nature conservancy in the US and around the world.

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