Category: Activities
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The Veteran Social Club Drives for a Cause in Its Inaugural Golf Tournament
On June 10th, 2023, the Veteran Social Club hosted its inaugural golf tournament at Angel Park Golf Course in Las Vegas, Nevada. The non-profit used the tournament to benefit the University of Nevada Las Vegas Rebel Vets Organization. The UNLV Rebel Vets organization aims to provide assistance to military veterans on their route to higher…
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How the Veteran Social Club is Redefining Networking as a ‘Naughty Word’
The Veteran Social Club is Las Vegas’ newest veteran non-profit organization, founded and run by Navy veteran TJ Henderson. But this non-profit has a different take on how to help local vets, and that is through the phrase ‘networking is a naughty word’. Henderson’s goal is to bring veterans together to socialize, and that’s it. No strings attached,…
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The leading annual military conference, MIC, is set for a record-breaking year
Las Vegas is home to the Military Influencer Conference (MIC), a three day event that brings innovators, entrepreneurs, and influential veteran community members together. Last year’s event brought in over 1,200 attendees, with more anticipated for this year. Marine veteran Martha MacPhee has been working in event planning for nearly ten years. She is an…
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The Las Vegas Desert Dogs to host their first Hero Appreciation night
Las Vegas welcomed its first professional lacrosse sports team, The Las Vegas Desert Dogs, in 2022. The National Lacrosse League (NLL) team is playing its inaugural season through 2023 and is owned by billionaire Joe Tsai, NHL hall of famer Wayne Gretzky, NBA coach Steve Nash, and professional golfer Dustin Johnson. On March 11, 2023,…
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Team Red White And Blue Brings Veterans Together
saramv · Team Red White And Blue Brings Veterans Together Team Red White and Blue (RWB) is an organization that brings veterans together through hikes, walks, runs, and workouts. The group is open to all veterans and encourages all ages and skill levels to join. Attendees meet at different spots in Las Vegas throughout the…
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Military Appreciation Night Hosted by UNLV Rebel Hockey
On January 28, 2023, the University of Nevada hockey team hosted a military appreciation night. The Division 1 team went up against Oklahoma University, winning 4-0. Jason Griego, founder of the Vegas Veteran Hockey Foundation, and TJ Henderson, founder of the Veteran Social Club, were present to drop the game puck and join in the…
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Merging Vets and Players Works to Heal Combat Veterans
On January 20th, 2023, Merging Vets and Players (MVP) hosted its weekly Friday night meeting at the Xtreme Couture MMA gym in Las Vegas. MVP is an organization that brings military combat veterans and former professional athletes together to heal through physical activities and group talks. The non-profit was founded by sports reporter Jay Glazer…
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Las Vegas Heroes Heal Through Horses
Horses4Heroes is a small ranch located near the northwest corner of Las Vegas. The non-profit organization offers horseback riding and family fun for heroes across the valley. The organization makes horse riding and equine therapy available to Las Vegas first responders, active-duty military, veterans, and their families. The organization also hosts events and offers a…
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Hiking to Fight Veteran Suicide
On Saturday, December 3rd, 2022, the non-profit Irreverent Warriors hosted its annual Las Vegas Silkies hike. The organization hosts hikes worldwide, visiting major cities like San Diego, New York, Houston, and London. Irreverent Warriors seeks to improve mental health and fight against suicide among military veterans through camaraderie and humor. Veterans flew in from around…
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Veterans Hunting for Adventure
Recently, veteran Marine Scott Robinson went on an extraordinary bear hunting trip to Canada with several veterans in tow as part of the Nevada Outdoor Adventure Foundation. He said the goal was to introduce them to a community of fellow veterans while sharing his love of nature and hunting with them. Life can be challenging…
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