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BY AMANDA CUTSHALL

The April gala will feature live music, auctions and more.

COURTESY HATS OFF FOR VETERANS

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Contact: PO BOX 1689, Kyle Website: www.ohofv.org

partner with Hats O For Veterans to expand our mission and reach more Texas veterans who are waiting for a canine hero.” Lend a hand Those interested in sponsorships or vendor spots for the April 19 gala at Texas Old Town in Kyle, 1205 Roland Lane, can contact Adams at 512-682-5333 or lisa@hofv.org. “This partnership is about purpose, healing and hope,” Adams said, noting that about 1.5 million veterans live in Texas. “VA Dogs of Texas is doing extraordinary work in the veteran community, and we are honored to stand with them to help change lives, one Texas veteran, one service dog at a time.”

Jamie Cole and her dog Shay of VA Dogs for Texas connect veterans with service dogs.

COURTESY VA DOGS OF TEXAS

Nonprots unite to bring ‘canine heroes’ to vets Hats O For Veterans, a Kyle-based nonprot that empowers veterans through scholarships, professional development grants and mental health support, is partnering with Veterans Assistance Dogs of Texas, a nonprot that trains and gifts rescue dogs to disabled Texas veterans, to better serve the community. The partnership The plan was announced in November, as

Why it matters Lisa Adams, founder and CEO of HOFV, said the funds raised from the gala will help connect veterans with trained service dogs that provide emotional support, mobility assistance and renewed independence. “A service dog not only supports a veteran physically, but emotionally,” said Jamie R. Cole, VA Dogs of Texas administrative manager and veteran liaison. “These dogs reduce isolation, build condence, and save lives. We’re grateful to

sponsorships and vendor spots opened for the Operation: Hats O BBQ Family Gala in April.

HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR JUNIOR STRUTTERS CLINIC Join the Texas State Strutters onstage! Register for the Junior Strutters Clinic for ages 4-12 to spend the day with Strutters, perform on stage, and see the Strutters bring the holiday cheer!

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