The Defiance AmVets Post 1991 in Defiance, OH will host the 4th Annual R.A.W. (Returning American Veterans) Run on Saturday, August 26, 2017.
As we are all aware, returning American warriors do not have the resources available to help them and their families upon their return from service. Government resources are stretched thin, if there are any at all. A vast majority of our veterans are not receiving the benefits that they are entitled to. Nothing is more disgraceful. This it where R.A.W. comes in.
R.A.W. is a group of private citizens and veterans of the armed forces ranging from Vietnam to modern day. A committee of 11 members and 14 associate members has been formed to oversee the funds obtained by R.A.W. and all are volunteers. 100% of the proceeds benefit our returning American warriors.
Any returning veteran with an honorable, medical or hardship discharge will need to submit a letter, email or telephone call of their needs to one of the R.A.W. committee members. The committee will aide and assist in every request received in one form or another.
A motorcycle run is scheduled for Saturday, August 26, 2017 to start at 12:00 p.m. A prayer for our veterans, the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem will take place prior to the run.
With admission, you will receive a complimentary set of Dog Tags. We will have a DJ playing music throughout the day and then we will enjoy a live show from the band VALOR.
Registration will be from 9:00 a.m. – Noon and then a scenic 88 mile ride with 3 stops will begin our day of honoring those that have served, are still serving and have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
If any further information is needed please contact: Eric “Chief” Holzer at 757-617-1911; Todd “Hubber: Nemire at 419-966-1479; or Kristi “Piper” Hefflinger at 419-966-8202.
