News
- 12 Apr
2024 Brings a significant milestone for Tee it up for the Troops Central Illinois!
Honoring 15 Years of Supporting Veterans and their Families
- 19 Mar
Check Presentation - Freedom Paws Service Dog Foundation
Check presented to CEO of Freedom Paws Service Dog Foundation, Corey James
Committee members present for the check presentation include Jeff Kolbus, Adam Angst, Jodi Lindsay and Jerry Jackson.
The grant will be used to train service dogs for veterans to help them mitigate life's daily struggles. Some of the expenses include veterinarian care, dog food, and dog treats!
- 19 Mar
Check Presentation - Greater Peoria Honor Flight
Check presentation to Phyliss Piraino, Vice President of Greater Peoria Honor Flight
Committee members present include Adam Angst, Jodi Lindsay, Jerry Jackson, Steve Jackson and Jeff Kolbus.
The mission of Honor Flight is to celebrate America’s veterans by inviting them to share in a day of honor at our nation’s memorials. A nation where all of America’s veterans experience the honor, gratitude, and community of support they deserve.
- 19 Mar
Check Presentation - Fuller Center
Check presented to Co-Founder of the Fuller Center, Debbie Gaught
Committee members presenting the check include Adam Angst, Jeff Kolbus, Jodi Lindsay and Jerry Jackson.
The grant will be used for home repairs for Central Illinois Veterans, focusing on the safety and security of the veterans in their home.
- 19 Mar
Check Presentation - Goodwill Industries of Central IL
Check presented to Donna Pritchard, Executive Assistant for Goodwill Industries of Central IL
Committee members presenting the check are Adam Angst, Jeff Kolbus, Jerry Jackson, and Jodi Lindsay
The grant will be used at the General Wayne A. Downing Home for Veterans (Vet Home). It is a 15-bed facility for male veterans who have been either homeless or in danger of becoming homeless. It is staffed 24/7/365 and offers case management, counseling, job preparation, and referrals to local agencies for other services.
