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Veterans! 18 More Days to Enter The Star Spangled Salute Contest

VMI’s Star Spangled Salute
The 2nd Annual Operation Independence Star Spangled Salute Veteran Contest has now been launched by VMI (Vantage Mobility International) alongside Toyota Motor Sales USA. Enter for your chance to win a brand new 2015 Toyota Sienna with a VMI Access 360 in-floor ramp conversion system.

Eligibility
Only U.S. disabled veterans are eligible to win the free mobility van. If you are a disabled veteran or would like to enter the contest on a veteran’s behalf, simply fill out the form. Only one-entry per household.

Contest Details

Registrar to win a 2015 Toyota VMI Wheelchair Van
Entries must be submitted by 11/09/14
Winner announced Veterans Day, 11/11/14

Important Dates

04/02/2014 – VMI will begin accepting The Star Spangled Salute entries
11/09/2014 – The Star Spangled Salute Entries End
11/11/2014 – VMI will draw and announce The Star Spangled Salute on Veterans Day
12/31/2014 – The Star Spangled Salute Winner MUST claim prize before December 31, 2014

Terms and Conditions:
The 2014 Operation Independence Star Spangled Salute campaign is valid from April 2, 2014 to November 9, 2014 for all Disabled U.S. Veterans.

Winner will be randomly drawn and announced on November 11, 2014 and must show proof of military service. Winner will receive any 2015 Toyota Sienna with the VMI Northstar Conversion; no exceptions will be made.

No purchase necessary. Valid in the United States only. Limit one entry per household. Entries may be made at www.vans4vets.com or by calling 800-488-6148.

If the winner already purchased their Toyota VMI Northstar conversion between April 2, 2014 and November 10, 2014 – they can elect to be reimbursed for their out of pocket cost of the wheelchair accessible Toyota VMI Northstar minivan by December 31, 2014. Reimbursement will be coordinated between VMI and the winner directly if the vehicle was purchased prior to the winner being announced.

Campaign is not valid on any added accessories. Winner is responsible for the payment of applicable taxes and registration fees. Prize must be claimed by December 31, 2014 and is non-transferable. No exceptions will be made.

#22KILL Vet Run – To Honor Those Who Serve

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#22KILL Vet Run - To Honor Those Who Serve

#22KILL Vet Run Fundraiser

Saturday, November 1st, 2014

#22KILL Vet Run is a one-day motorcycle fundraising event that’s open to everyone who supports veterans. You don’t have to ride a motorcycle to come support.

Join them as they honor our nation’s military and veterans. Proceeds will benefit Veterans through 3 vetted local nonprofit organizations: Operation Once in a Lifetime, Hooves for Heroes and Center for Brain Health’s Warrior Programs.

Check-in begins at 9:00am on the day of the event at Maverick Harley-Davidson, or you can register online now.

Single rider registration is $22, or $25 with a passenger / sidecar. If you want to ride along in a vehicle, you can register for $10. Any donations simply to support are welcomed and appreciated.

There will be live music, food & drinks, and a 50/50 raffle. Don’t forget to purchase a ticket for a chance to win a #22KILL Ducati.

Route (TBD) begins at
Maverick Harley-Davidson
1845 N Interstate 35E
Carrollton, TX

And ends at
Gas Monkey Bar N Grill
10261 Technology Blvd W
Dallas, TX 75220

For questions or concerns, please contact Jimmy Mackin at
jim@veteran.me
972-835-0876

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Boston’s Wounded Veteran Run 5k

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Boston Wounded Veterans 5k

About Boston’s Wounded Veteran Run 5k
They are coordinating the inaugural 5K Race/walk for wounded Veterans on Sunday, October 12, 2014 in Saugus, MA.
They are passionate and committed to supporting all wounded veterans who have sacrificed so much for our safety and freedom.

5K Details
All Proceeds go to helping Veterans that were wounded in combat

When: October 12, 2014
Start: 10:00am
End: 02:00pm

Location:
177 Forest Street.
Saugus, Massachusetts 01906

Get In Touch
Marvin Pena
marvin@bostonwoundedvets.org
(617) 981-0124

Register – Donate – Contact

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About Boston’s Annual Wounded Vet Bike Run

Boston’s Annual Wounded Vet Bike Run Inspired by Cpl. Vincent Mannion Brodeur began in 2011. One of the most severely wounded veterans in the nation, Vinnie is the recipient of the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. While serving in Iraq in 2007 with the 82nd Airborne, Vinnie was critically injured by an insurgents improvised explosive device. After surviving 40 operations and a year long coma Vincent has become an inspiration for people throughout the nation. All proceeds from Vinnie’s Run went to creating a handicapped accessible living space for Vinnie. Every year Boston’s Wounded Vet Run will be dedicated to different veterans. All proceeds raised go towards housing modifications to suite a comfortable living for the disabled veteran. Besides housing modifications, funds are also used to improve the quality of life of disabled veterans. Recreational needs, cars, and basic living needs are also other fields of charity the ride is dedicated to. The event is sponsored by the Italian-American War Veterans, a federally chartered non-profit veterans organization. They fought, and we ride, a bike run honoring the wounded veteran’s of New England.

2014 Honorees

The Honorees for the 5th Annual Boston Wounded Vet Run

The American Legion Riders “Legacy Run” is Tomorrow!

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AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS "LEGACY RUN", CHAPTER 18

“The Legacy Fund” is a charitable Veterans Fund used to ensure that higher education is a possibility fir children whos parents were killed in action serving our country
Walk, Run and or wheel in! Everyone is Welcome
$15.00 per person

Registration
9:30 – 10:30am

Blessing:
10:30am

Kickstands Up:
11:00am

Escorted Ride over beautiful secondary roads
Arriving back to the Legion for a fabulous Catered Buffet (Marion Roy)
Live Music – Great Raffles – and Fun

Sponsors & Vendors are Welcome.
Lynn’s Alterations will be there to sew your leathers, patches or sell you new ones!

Contact:
Jeri Rumsis 508 337 9344

MASSACHUSETTS RUN FOR THE FALLEN ~ A Military Friends Foundation Project

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Start Date:	09/06/2014
Start Time:	09 : 00 AM
End Time:	12 : 00 AM
Location:	Market Street Lynnfield – Exit 43 off Route 128/I-95 Lynnfield, Massachusetts 01940

Name:	Military Friends Foundation
Phone:	(844) 357-8387
Email:	Email the Event Director
Website:	facebook.com/massrunforthefallen

Information for GOLD STAR FAMILIES
Are you a post 9/11 MASSACHUSETTS GOLD STAR FAMILY? Please call or email for your Gold Star Family code to waive your registration fee for four family members! Email: MARFTF@militaryfriends.org Ph: 1-84-HELP-VETS
About the Massachusetts Run for the Fallen
Massachusetts Run For The Fallen (MARFTF) is a Military Friends Foundation project dedicated to keeping alive the memory of our military Heroes that gave their lives to protect our freedom since September 11, 2001. We are a group of runners, walkers and support crew whose mission is clear and simple: To run in honor every Massachusetts service member who lost there lives in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom and New Dawn. Each mile of sweat and pain and each flag saluted, is to pay homage to one service member’s life and their family. We run to raise awareness for the lives of those who died, to rejuvenate their memories and keep their spirits alive. We run to raise support for programs that assist the families of the fallen and to aid in the healing process for Massachusetts residents whose lives have been affected by war. MARFTF has no political affiliation or agenda, but simply honor those who have fought, and those who have fallen under the American Flag.
2014 Event Schedule
7-8:00 AM – Same Day Registration Opens 8:15 AM – Name Reading of Fallen Heroes 9:05 AM – Wheelchair Start 9:11 AM – Timed 5K Start 9:15 AM – Untimed 5K/Walker Start 9:30-12:00 – Food, Festivities and Fun!
Event Highlights
Limited edition tshirt for the first 400 registered runners (additional shirts may be available for purchase day of event) Pre-run airbrush tattoo Post-Run lunch featuring eats from Kings Lynnfield Free ice cream tasting Great promotions for registered runners/walkers from MarketStreet stores Raffles *Live music

Click here to Register