Community 4 Veterans fundraiser
The annual Community 4 Veterans fundraiser for Veterans Helping Veterans has kicked off. This year’s grand prize is a 2024 29-foot Jayco travel trailer. The second prize consists of three CF Moto CFORCE ATVs, one each of 600, 500 and 110. The third prize is a Ruger American bolt action rifle with scope. Plus, there will be many great door prizes and a free barbecue for ticket holders. Volunteers are selling raffle tickets in front of The Sportsman’s Warehouse, 3306 Kietzke Lane in Reno. The drawing will take place on Aug. 24. The barbecue begins at noon. One ticket is $10, and a book of 10 tickets is $100.
Sunset, Sneakers and Stars Gala
The Sunset, Sneakers and Stars Gala 2024, which supports the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza, is Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. For reservations, call 775-235-6885 or email [email protected]. The Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza is located at The Sparks Marina. It is a statewide memorial where all 916 servicemen and women (and those in the future) from all counties have been enshrined.
Honor Flight Nevada lunch
Join Honor Flight Nevada for lunch on Aug. 25 at 11:30 a.m. The event will be held at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. Tickets are on sale now at www.honorflightnv.org/
Gold Star remembrance
On Sept. 29, a day of remembrance, Nevadans will stand with all the nation’s Gold Star mothers and fathers, wives and husbands, daughters and sons — all the families who are grieving a loved one, a patriot, who has died fighting to defend the country. The fifth annual Gold Star Mothers and Family Luminary event will be conducted at the Gold Star Family Memorial Monument on the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home grounds, located at 36 Battle Born Way in Sparks. The ceremony begins at 6 p.m. with a reading of the Gold Star Mother and Family Proclamation and Luminary placement. Contact David Sousa, survivor outreach services support coordinator, at 775-384-5838 for information.
American Legion Post 16
The Sons of the American Legion are having an $8 fish fry on Aug. 2 and $8 smash burgers on Aug. 9. The Legion Riders are doing a $8 chicken tender dinner on July 19 and Aug. 16. The American Legion Auxiliary is having an $8 spaghetti feed on July 26 and Aug 23.
Veterans exposed to toxins, hazards
Individuals may want to see one of the state’s veterans service officers (VSO) following the Veterans Administration’s announcement that all veterans who were exposed to toxins and other hazards while serving in the military. All veterans who served in the Vietnam War, Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, Global War on Terror or any other combat zone after 9/11 will be eligible to enroll directly in VA health care without first being ill or applying for VA benefits. Additionally, veterans who never deployed but were exposed to toxins or hazards while training or on active duty in the United States will also be eligible to enroll. Visit https:veterans.nv.gov for information.
Caregiver Support Program
The Caregiver Support Program (CSP) announces the launch of its innovative “Safe Transfer” series of videos and an accompanying tip sheet designed specifically for caregivers assisting Veterans with body mechanics and transfers. The library of resources aims to enhance the safety of veterans within their homes. To access these resources, visit CSP’s website, where you’ll find the tip sheet and a dedicated YouTube playlist: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/Tips_Tools.asp.
Champagne Luncheon & Fashion Show
The Veterans Guest House in Reno is hosting the 2024 Champagne Luncheon & Fashion Show at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa on Friday, Oct. 18. The Guest House is accepting applications for fashion models at the following link: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/modelapp24.
Computer Corps military day
Computer Corps in Carson City is hosting a military day on Aug. 17 from 1-4 p.m. for all military to tour the facility and learn what they do. There will be food and raffle. Visit www.computercorps.org, or call 775-883-2323 for information.
Veterans Upward Bound
Veterans Upward Bound at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno welcomes veterans. TMCC can help with academic advisement, college applications, educational benefits, academic review and referrals to community resources. For information, call 775-829-9007 or email [email protected]. The website is vub.tmcc.edu.
Veterans parents act
The Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act will allow veterans with children to access full housing benefits provided through the G.I. Bill, regardless of whether that program is in person or online. The G.I. Bill is essential for many veterans to advance their education. Currently, veterans who are parents and pursuing their education online are only eligible for half of the G.I. Bill’s available housing benefits. This requirement often forces parents to choose between attending in-person classes to receive full benefits or staying at home with their children.
Nevada Guard retiree monthly meetings
• The Nevada Air Guard’s monthly breakfast is on the second Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at the Reno Elks Club.
• The Nevada Army Guard’s breakfast is on the second Monday of the month at 8 a.m. at the Carson City Elks Club. The next breakfast is Aug.12. The group wants to increase participation. Currently, the group has about 20-25 regulars. The Elks do not charge for the breakfast. At the next meeting, we will have the University of Nevada, Reno ROTC representatives speak to the retirees about their program.
Each meeting normally features a guest speaker. Guests are welcome.
The Nevada News Group compiles military articles and news briefs.
Questions may be directed to [email protected].
