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Soldier is Seeking Support to Help Save Her Rescued Puppy From Being Left Behind

Cher Murphy · January 29, 2021

Photos courtesy of Paws of War When one person tries to pay for the expenses to bring a rescued soldier’s dog back to the US from overseas it’s a costly endeavor. When 1,…

Soldier Seeks Help in Rescuing Vulnerable Dog Used in Fights Overseas

Cher Murphy · February 23, 2021

Photos courtesy of Paws of War Dog fighting is an issue that can bring most Americans to tears. So, imagine when Sergeant Micky stumbled upon dogs being sold near where h…

Army Sergeant Seeks Help to Bring Two Rescue Dogs Back to America

Cher Murphy · August 4, 2020

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Being stationed overseas when you are in the military can leave you longing for home. One of the great things that happen to soldiers is whe…

Paws of War Asks for Help to Bring Soldier’s Dog Back to America

Cher Murphy · September 22, 2020

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Many people are aware that some military bases are being closed overseas and the soldiers are being brought home. What they may not know is…

Paws of War Helps American Soldiers Bring Home Dogs from Middle East

Cher Murphy · January 8, 2020

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Being deployed to Afghanistan can be dangerous and stressful for our service members. Some of these service members rescue stray dogs and be…

Paws of War Provides Free Services for Disabled Veteran Amid Pandemic

Cher Murphy · April 27, 2020

New York, N.Y. When disabled veteran Hank Urnaitis answered the door, he wasn’t expecting Paws of War to be there, ready to help him through the pandemic. But that’s just…

The Bauer Fund Announces 2020 Award Recipients

The Editors · September 10, 2020

New York, N.Y. Dr. Bill Bauer, Mary Ella Bauer, and Madison, Andrew and Jack Ryser are proud to announce the 2020 Bauer Fund grantees. The awards are in honor and memory…

This Christmas Give the Gift of Saving a Soldiers Dog from being Abandoned Overseas, Time Is Running Out

Cher Murphy · December 17, 2020

A soldier’s dog is in urgent need of rescue, or he could be left behind as his soldier is being deployed back to the U.S. from serving overseas. Due to reduced flights an…

5 Reasons to Choose Businesses That Support Veterans

Cher Murphy · November 22, 2019

Most people want to give back to veterans, yet they don’t always know how to go about doing that. One way to help is to support those businesses that have a mission of he…

Lt. Col. Artist Donates Proceeds from Art to Veterans Foundations

The Editors · March 21, 2019

New York, N.Y. Vanity Fair celebrity interviewer George Wayne and Emmy Award Winning TV Host, Best Selling Author and daughter of P.O.W. saved by U.S. Troops, Rita Cosby…

Paws of War Gifts Vietnam Veterans Service Dogs for Christmas

Cher Murphy · December 23, 2019

Photo courtesy of Paws of War Waiting to get a gift you have wanted can make receiving it that much sweeter. That’s exactly what is happening for two Vietnam veterans, La…

Mobile Veterinary Clinic for Veterans, First Responders Launched

Cher Murphy · November 1, 2018

Photo courtesy of Paws of War. New York, N.Y. Paws of War’s latest mission is to help veterans and first responders get the veterinary care they need for their pets that…

Not sure who to help and how this Giving Tuesday? Think Veterans!

Cher Murphy · November 14, 2018

Photo courtesy of Paws of War - Jose Rios and Hunter Each year, the first Tuesday that follows Black Friday is known as Giving Tuesday. The event follows a weekend of sho…

Paws of War Receives Donation, Aims to Help More Veterans with New Location

Cher Murphy · October 4, 2018

Paws of War Paws of War, an organization that helps veterans and first responders to obtain and train companion and service dogs, is moving to a new, larger location. The…

Paws of War to Take Therapy Dogs to Nursing Home

Cher Murphy · June 13, 2018

Amityville, N.Y. Dogs can often brighten the day of anyone, providing them with companionship, laughs, and giving them a reason to smile. The senior residents at the Domi…

Veterans, First Responders Offered Free Pet Veterinary Services

Cher Murphy · December 3, 2018

Nesconset, N.Y. On December 6, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Paws of War will be holding their new “Vets for “Vets” mobile veterinary clinic. Veterans and first responders…

Boulder Crest Retreat's 5th Annual Brave American Classic Race for Military & Veteran Wellness

Cher Murphy · February 22, 2016

Denver, CO. Boulder Crest Retreat announces the 5th Annual Brave American Classic Race for Military & Veteran Wellness. The race will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016,…

Breakthrough PTSD Program for Veterans to go Nationwide

Cher Murphy · October 24, 2016

Bluemont, VA. Veteran’s Day provides us with an opportunity to place a renewed emphasis on our nation’s veterans, as they heal and transition in the aftermath of 15 years…

EOD Warrior Foundation Raffles Handmade Patriotic Quilt

Cher Murphy · June 27, 2016

Niceville, FL - Quilting is an American tradition and has been since the late 1700’s. Throughout the years, people gather to quilt for social purposes, as well as for a c…

EOD Warrior Foundation Seeks EOD Tech in Need of Assistance Dog

Cher Murphy · August 11, 2016

Photo courtesy of EOD Warrior Foundation Photo credit: Amy Richards Photography The EOD Warrior Foundation is partnering with MADE in Texas Assistance Dogs to pair a trai…

EOD Warrior Foundation to Host Inaugural West Coast EOD Classic Golf Tournament

Cher Murphy · July 5, 2016

NICEVILLE, Florida – (July 5, 2016) – The EOD Warrior Foundation is hosting a Golf Classic in Sunland, Calif. This Inaugural West Coast EOD Classic Golf Tournament is sch…

How Meditation is Helping Veterans Heal

Cher Murphy · August 11, 2016

Photo courtesy of Boulder Crest Retreat BLUEMONT, Virginia – (August 11, 2016) – As the number of veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression…

Mrs. Ohio Picks EOD Warrior Foundation as 2016 Charity Platform

Cher Murphy · June 7, 2016

New York, N.Y. The EOD Warrior Foundation received a big endorsement this week when Mrs. Ohio, Rebecca Lynn Ryan, announced that she chose the organization for her platfo…

Simple Ways to Help and Support Our Veterans Around Us

Cher Murphy · October 4, 2016

Niceville, F.L. Veterans Day is November 11th and just around the corner. This makes for a great time to acknowledge and say thank you to those who have served in our mil…

Third Annual Healing Heroes Ride Scheduled for October 1, 2016

Cher Murphy · October 1, 2016

Bluemont, Virginia. Hundreds of motorcyclists will take to the country roads participating in the third annual “Healing Heroes Ride.” The 100-mile motorcycle ride through…

Ways to Show Gratitude on Four Military Appreciation Days This May

Cher Murphy · April 18, 2016

New York, N.Y. May is National Military Appreciation Month, making it a great time to show appreciation to active duty military members and veterans. There are over 2 mil…

Stage and Screen Stars Unite to Salute Rita Cosby for Wounded Warriors

Jim Luce · November 26, 2014

New York, N.Y. Last week over a thousand New Yorkers had the opportunity to “Celebrate America’s Heroes” on the occasion of Emmy-Winning TV and Radio Host Rita Cosby ’s f…

TV Host Rita Cosby Uses Her Starpower to Honor the Wounded Warriors

Jim Luce · November 24, 2014

New York, N.Y. Last week over a thousand New Yorkers had the opportunity to “Celebrate America’s Heroes” on the occasion of Emmy-Winning TV and Radio Host Rita Cosby ’s f…

CIA Chief Awarded at Soldiers and Sailors Pierre Hotel Gala

Jim Luce · October 11, 2012

New York, N.Y . Although Rear Admiral Stephen Bleecker Luce founded the Naval War Academy in Newport, R.I. and my father served under General Patton, I have little connec…

Soledad O’Brien Opens Violence Symposium

The Editors · April 30, 2012

By Soledad O'Brien. New York, N.Y. It all started with a deep desire… to alleviate stress and promote peace in the lives of people everywhere… by giving them the gi…