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Liberty Manor was organized in 2006 as a 501©3 non-profit organization with the objective of promot
12/22/2020
This year, some our employees have selected charities that support the environment and our veterans/military. These organizations help governments responsibly manage their rainforests, use science to combat climate issues, increase the use of clean energy, help oceans and ecosystems, and overall to keep our environment thriving. Three of these organizations also help support our veterans returning home from war and their families.
07/11/2020
Armwood High School football team
05/24/2020
What wonderful friends we have at Free Rider Fellowship. Made one phone call and they loaded us up with a can full of things the veterans requested
05/20/2020
Kudos American Legion SAL #148. When we reflect of those that are on the front line during this COVID19 pandemic, we don’t usually think of members from the American Legion. Members of American Legion SAL #148 in Riverview responded to a mass email that was posted on Facebook and within hours they received approval from their Board and members to purchase, shopped and delivered a grill, grill utensils and a new vacuum cleaner to Liberty Manor for Veterans. When a vacuum cleaner goes out and there is seventeen veterans in a house – you can only imagine the crisis. The veterans had no way of shopping for a vacuum cleaner or grill due to a lack in transportation and funding, therefore SAL members stepped up in a – BIG WAY and perhaps put their own health at risk during these infectious times. Brave and dedicated SAL members Mark Getty and Carroll Weese did the shopping and delivery – what a commitment to veterans. The veterans used the grill that very evening and cooked the best chicken dinner they have had in a long time.
The American Legion SAL was founded in 1932, Sons of The American Legion exists to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires. S.A.L. members include males of all ages whose parents or grandparents who served in the U.S. military and were eligible for American Legion membership. Members of The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of The American Legion comprise the Legion Family, which has a combined membership of nearly 3 million.
The mission of Liberty Manor for Veterans; Inc. is to promote the developmental and social needs of disabled and honorably discharged veterans who have fallen victim to homelessness providing transitional; supported housing and establishing objectives designed to attribute to self-sufficiency. Anyone interested in assisting this meritorious initiative please contact Connie Lindsay (813) 900-9422.
Featured in the picture from left to right: William Camacho and David Ocasio.
04/22/2020
What a great Community we live in!
11/13/2019
11/11/2019
04/22/2019
A place our veterans can call...home
02/15/2019
Special thanks to the employees of Kohl's Store Brandon who helped host a Valentine's Day party for the Veterans. There was food, games, conversation, and lots of fun to celebrate the day. Thank You!
12/28/2018
Thank you Paula Stano, Kellie C Thomas, and Charles Thomas for visiting Liberty Manor for Veterans and bring gift boxes for our residents. We look forward to working together in 2019.
12/28/2018
Thank you Tim Wronka with Spectrum Bay News 9 for coming out to Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc with us today as we delivered our Veteran Gratitude Gifts 🇺🇸
12/20/2018
Liberty Manor was visited today by representatives from NSVA Island X-16 Seabee Veterans of America. They brought clothes, personal care products, cleaning supplies and paper products for the Veterans.
A big "Thank You" to them for collecting and delivering these much needed items.
12/15/2018
A big thank you to Riverview Our Town, the Newsome High School JROTC, and the many volunteers and sponsors for inviting the veterans from Liberty Manor for Veterans to dinner. Thank you for the many gifts, dinner, and entertainment. A good time was had by all!
11/11/2018
Kicking off Veterans Day with a delicious breakfast for our veterans from Free Rider Fellowship in Plant. City
10/25/2018
Many thanks to the great people from Camden Royal Palms Apartments. 60 volunteers spent a full day working to improve the lives of the residents at Liberty Manor for Veterans. They cleaned, pressure washed, painted, replaced cabinets, broken refrigerators and an a/c unit, rebuilt ADA ramps, and many other much needed projects.
Their hard work will positively impact the resident's lives for years.
10/21/2018
Fabulous day with great people
09/14/2018
Liberty Manor for Veterans is so incredibly honored to achieve the top rated nonprofit by Great NonProfits...lots of long hours and hard work by our Board of Directors and volunteers. Thanks to all that made this possible. More importantly we can honestly attest that we contribute to a better quality of life for our veterans.
Any nonprofit that gathers 10 or more 4- or 5-star ratings and maintains an overall average of 3.5 stars, will win a GreatNonprofits Top-Rated award. This recognition helps nonprofits stand out from the crowd to gain volunteers, donations, and more supporters. Together, we can make an even bigger impact!
The GreatNonprofits seal is the second most trusted rating seal, after the Better Business Bureau*
09/08/2018
09/04/2018
Tampa Elks rock! They treated our veterans to a very nice steak dinner!
08/01/2018
A big thanks to the members of Mulberry Memorial Post 72, American Legion inc. who hosted Christmas in July for our Veterans.
Our day began with a motorcycle es**rted drive to the Post home where we were greeted by the members and treated to a wonderful homemade Christmas dinner. We were entertained by Holly Rae, the veterans received haircuts from Toni Stringhham, and even a visit from Santa with lots of presents.
Thank you so very much for treating our veterans to a wonderful outing!
12/18/2017
Thank you Rotary Tampa for thinking of our veterans during the holidays
12/11/2017
Tampa Bay Lightnong Community Hero 2017
08/07/2017
07/12/2017
American Legion Riders Post 72 Mulberry Christmas in July 2017
06/15/2017
Veterans United Foundation and under the direction of Branch Manager Cindy Tolster presented Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc. with a $10,000.00 sponsorship that is intended to provide housing, food and clothing to disabled and homeless veterans in Tampa. The mission of Veterans United Home Loans to inspire, create and fully fund by Veterans United Home Loans employees, Veterans United foundation exists to enhance lives. Fueled by passion, generosity and an unwavering commitment to give, the Foundation is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans and service members, for employees and their families, and in local communities services by Veterans United. Veterans United Home Loans is located at 3686 West Gandy Blvd Tampa, FL 33611, phone number 813-835-1516.
05/05/2017
Thank you Ford Credit Company for bringing the veterans tons household items
03/15/2017
Great day recognizing two of our community Heroes that received Bay News 9 Community Hero Awards for their great work with homeless and disabled veterans at Liberty Manor for Veterans I would like to recognize George Scribner with Brandon Elks and Jerry Hasara with Sertoma Tampa
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Liberty Manor Timeline
MARCH 2006 ~ Liberty Manor for Veterans became a reality with the purchase of the first property at 10015 N. 9th St., Tampa, Florida. The property consists of a two-story house, an efficiency apartment, and a cottage as a separate structure on the property.
MAY 2006 ~ Renowned legal firm, Fowler, White, Boggs, Banker, PA, headquartered in Tampa, Florida, drafted The Articles of Incorporation – document number NO6000004936, Audit No. HO6001231463, for the purpose of forming a non-profit corporation in accordance with the provisions of Section 617.1006, Florida Statutes.
MAY 2006 ~ May 9th feature article in Community News – Lutz/Carrollwood/Citrus Park Edition, “Liberty Manor for Veterans Open Facility in Tampa.”
MAY 2006 ~ Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc. was approved by the United States Internal Revenue Service and granted permission to form as a non-profit organization.
MAY 2006 ~ Liberty Manor for Veterans received letters of recommendation, specifically, one offered an endorsement by Ms. Wendy Hellickson, Department of Veterans Affairs addressed to Anntonette Zeiss, Deputy Chief in Washington, D.C., by stating that “Liberty Manor very quickly demonstrated competency and commitment to serving homeless Veterans.”
MAY 26, 2006 ~ May 26th feature article “Giving Men Their Dignity”, St. Petersburg Times.
NOVEMBER 2006 ~ November 4th feature article “Couple Open House to Homeless Vets”, Tampa Tribune, Northwest Section.
NOVEMBER 2006 ~ Letter of endorsement from Florida House of Representative, Kevin C. Ambler
2007-2008 ~ “Certificate of Appreciation for Service to Homeless People” presented by the Florida Coalition for the Homeless
MARCH 2007 ~ March 16th television special on Tampa’s NBC affiliate, News Channel 8, featuring the Liberty Manor for Veterans initiative and interviews with the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of Veteran Affairs for Liberty Manor.
APRIL 2007 ~ Liberty II, a private transitional facility for Liberty Manor was acquired. Liberty II is located at 9806 Myrtle Street, Tampa, Florida. The first day of operation, April 23rd, Liberty II was at full capacity, serving honorable discharged Veterans.
MAY 2007 ~ Liberty Manor complied with the registration requirements of Chapter 496, Florida Statutes, under the Solicitation of Contributions Act, and was issued registration number CH20484 through the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. Exemption was intended to augment the objectives set forth by the incorporation through the procurement of funds from charitable organizations, private companies and donations from the public sector.
JUNE 2007 ~ June 16th feature article “Liberty and Justice – Veterans Find Room to Grow”, Northeast News and Tribune.
JULY 2007 ~ July 4th feature article “Military Briefing” in the Community News.
SEPTEMBER 2007 ~ September 16th feature article “Dedicated to Veterans”, Village Views, Volume 15, Number 4.
OCTOBER 2007 ~ Liberty III another private transitional facility for veterans was procured. Liberty III is located at 3718 136th Avenue, Largo, Florida in Pinellas County. This property was acquired for the purpose of serving honorable discharged Veterans represented by the Bay Pines Veterans Administration.
OCTOBER 2007 ~ Liberty Manor receives a letter from State of Florida, Governor Charlie Crist, expressing his pleasure for the vision and outstanding service of the Liberty Manor for Veterans initiative.
October 16, 2007 ~ Endorsement by Governor Charlie Crist
NOVEMBER 2007 ~ November 28th feature article “Flat Hatters Club Helps Liberty Manor with Homeless Veterans”. Community News, Military/Veterans Section.
DECEMBER 2007 ~ December 28th feature article “Veterans in Need”,St Petersburg Times
2008 ~ “Neighborhood Excellence Award” by Seminole Heights Community
2008 ~ Florida Coalition for the Homeless awarded Liberty Manor for Veterans the “Outstanding Service to the Homeless Award”
JANUARY 2008 ~ January 2nd feature article “AMVETS Post 4 and AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Helps Vets at Liberty Manor”, Military/Veterans section, Community News.
MAY 2008 ~ Article “Veterans in need of a place to live have called Liberty Manor Home for more than a Year”.Today, 13 of its 17 residents were forced out by order of the state fire marshal More…
MAY 2008 ~ While I was reading the paper the other day http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/may/17/me-theyre-paying-price-for-liberty-again/ I came across this heart tugging article about the Liberty Manor Veterans Residential Facility. More…
JULY 2008 ~ Approximately one-hundred volunteers from Pepsi gathered to renovate Liberty Manor, a home for sixteen honorably discharged veterans in Tampa More
JULY 2008 ~ TAMPA – Nearly three months after code violations that forced 13 veterans to leave Liberty Manor and become homeless again due to a fire code violation, Liberty Manor welcomed all their veterans back after the horrific event. More …
May 2008 ~ Liberty Manor CEO, Connie Lindsay was presented the 2008 Community Quarterback Award by former Buccaneer and MVP Doug Williams.
August 2009 ~ Very busy and productive week at Liberty Manor. Visited by many officers from MacDill Central Command who donated their time to paint the interior and exterior of a suite located at Liberty Manor.
August 2009 ~ Veterans Benefits Resource Fair hosted by the very dedicated 9th District member of Congress, Gus Bilirakis.
November 9, 2009 ~ Another special day as we honored our veterans in style…Marine Corp played Taps as we held a Memorial for the five veterans who have deceased while at Liberty Manor. One veteran deceased as a result of a hit and run driver in Largo, the others we lost due to Agent Orange. The post presented CEO, Connie Lindsay with the flag. The event was very moving to say the least.
November 7, 2009 ~ USMC 234th Anniversary Ball. 1st Sgt Skip Deebes invited Liberty Manor Board, CEO Connie Lindsay and Director of Operations and VP, Ryan Blaney to join him at the Marine Ball to commemorate the 234th Birthday of the Marines.
November 8, 2009 ~ A “Salute to Veterans” event was held to commemorate Veterans Day. Liberty Manor hosted a luncheon that was open to the public which consisted of food, drinks, tours of the residential facility and an opportunity to meet some of the hero’s that reside at Liberty Manor.
November 11, 2009 ~ Liberty Manor was invited as guests at the American Legion Post 111. Executive Director, Jeff Luddeke was the Keynote Speaker representing Liberty Manor for Veterans.
November 13, 2009 ~ Veterans Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7987 hosted a turkey luncheon and a Turkey Shoot for the benefit of Liberty Manor. ~
December 31, 2009 ~ Shelter and Dignity St Petersburg Times Article.
January 2010 ~ Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc. was chosen as WEDU’s finalist in the Judges Choice Award at the 5th Annual BE MORE AWARDS. “Nominees for this award were selected by a panel of independent judges, based on a criterion which consists of the organizations overall excellence in their commitment to community service, level of community impact, financial viability and embodiment of overall community goodwill”.
2010 ~ Connie Lindsay was awarded the “Am Vets Outstanding Service and Commitment to Veterans Award”
2011-2012 ~ Homeless Coalition of Hillsborough County “Direct Service Award”
2011 ~ Liberty Manor for Veterans was awarded the “2011 Finalist Ed Hanna Business of the Year Award”.
2011 ~ Connie Lindsay accepted the “Spirit Award” from the Hillsborough County Veterans Council
November 11, 2011 ~ State Senator, Athenia Joyner presented Liberty Manor for Veterans with a “Florida State Senator’s Proclamation”
November 11, 2012 ~ Tampa Tribune Nation & World article “Safety Net Helping Homeless Veterans”
2012-2013 ~ American Veterans Auxiliary Florida #26 in recognition of “Outstanding Individualism Americanism”
2012 ~ Endorsement by “Vietnam Veterans of America “
2012 ~ “Certificate of Excellence Award” was presented to David Lindsay by the Florida Department of Am Vets Sons
May 17, 2013 ~ Connie Lindsay was presented the “Community Enrichment Grant “Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
2013 ~ Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Finalist Award
2015-2016 ~ Connie Lindsay received the Local, Regional and National Sertoma “Service to Mankind Award”
2016 ~ Bay News 9 ‘Everyday Hero Award”
2016 ~ Elks National Veterans Service Commission Freedom Award
2016 ~ Connie Lindsay was presented with the City of Tampa Mayors Alliance Volunteer Award
2016 ~ Tampa Small Business Excellence Award Community Service Non-Profit Award
December 2017 ~ Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation recognized Connie Lindsay with the “Lightning Community Hero Award” for her efforts serving as Chief Executive Officer for Liberty Manor for Veterans for ten years
Spring Edition ~ 2018 Florida State Elks Magazine Feature Article “Charity, Justice, Fidelity and Brotherly Love”
July 16, 2018 ~ Article, “Legal Mitigator Welcomes Hundreds of Veterans to her “Home” Each Year”
July 14, 2018 ~ “Certificate of Recognition” presented by American Legion Riders Chapter 72 Mulberry.
July 16, 2018 ~ Connie Lindsay was presented President of United States Points of Light Award. This award was the last Points of Light Award presented to an organization before the death of President Bush the originator of Points of Light.
March 2019 ~ Sponsorship event by GE Electric
March 15, 2019 ~ Casino Night Fundraiser “Bets for Vets” hosted by Am Vets Post 44
March 28, 2019 ~ American Legion Post 139 “Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Dinner Dance”
March 30, 2016 ~ STANO Foundation/Liberty Manor Veteran Event
March 31, 2019 ~ “Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation Community Hero Reunion”
April 2019 ~ Purchased Waterfront Property located at 7213 N. 41st Street which is intended to serve as a transition house for our veterans.
April 5, 2019 ~ Ford Motor Company arrived at Liberty Manor and showered the veterans with gifts, condiments and toiletries.
April 30, 2019 ~ Staff from Wells Fargo hosted a Luncheon for the Veterans
May 7, 2019 ~ Community Service project by Capital One
May 2019 ~ Armed Forces Annual Golf Tournament
July 13, 2019 ~ Grant from Amscot
July 14, 2019 ~ Renovation grant from Home Depot
July 19 2019 ~ Youth from Lake Magdalene Methodist Church conducted a Community Service Day at Liberty Manor.
July 20 2019 ~ Annual “Christmas in July” at American Legion 72 Mulberry. Members of the Am Legion Riders provided an official es**rt to Pol County. Members of the American Legion showered the veterans with a plethora of gifts as well as Walmart and McDonalds gift cards. A delectable luncheon was enjoyed by all members and veterans from Liberty Manor.
July 20 2019 ~ Fundraising event at “Mixers” in Palm Harbor organized by POP Drop in Oldsmar.
July 2019 ~ Received grant for a renovation of the Liberty Manor lanai. Sponsorship by; Armed Forces Family Foundation – represented by Joyce Bedard, Taco and the 2018 Inaugural Sunshine Skyway 10K Bridge Run.
September 29, 2019 ~ STANO Foundation Luncheon
October 2019 ~ $5,000 donation from Capital One
October 16, 2019 ~ Students from Corbett Preparatory School conducted a Community Service Day at the Veterans house.
October 19, 2019 ~ Luncheon cookout provided to Largo veterans by Elks Largo. Professional solar film applied using their Elks grant as well as two air conditioning units.
November 7, 2019 ~ Dinner was hosted by the Daughters of the American Revolution in addition to a donation to Liberty Manor.
November 9, 2019 ~ Lunch provided by Grace Family Church, later the Stano Foundation and Mambi Gasparilla Crew. Dinner provided by the Sertoma Club.
November 19, 2019 ~ Seminole Casino Trivia Event benefiting Liberty Manor for Veterans
November 28, 2019 ~ Event at Liberty Manor with State Representative Adam Hattersley & his staff. Representative is former Army and Navy veteran.
December 6, 2019 ~ The Senior Adult Group from the First Presbyterian Church of Brandon arrived with gifts for all veterans at Liberty Manor as well as many much needed items.
December 7, 2019 ~ Votex Motorsport held a fundraiser for Liberty Manor with many raffles and door prices. It’s always comforting when the Owner is also a veteran.
December 7, 2019 ~ Liberty Manor was visited by a group of Santa’s from American Legion 138 who showered the veterans with items on the veterans wish list and lots and lots of food, in addition to a generous donation.
December 12, 2019 ~ Holiday Dinner, Entertainment and gifts at Riverview Showman’s
December 14, 2019 ~ Elks Lodge Largo hosted Holiday Event at the Largo Veterans House
December 18, 2019 ~ 2-6pm Angel Tree Dinner, Entertainment and gifts at Liberty Manor hosted by Anna Maria
December 21, 2019 ~ American Legion hosted a Dinner at Post Bay Vista with dinner, pool tournament and dancing.
December 22, 2019 ~ STANO Foundation hosting a Beach Party at Waterfront Property
December 22, 2019 ~ 6pm Secret Santa event.
January 26, 2020 ~ Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association FL 20-10 donated cleaning supplies and fuel gift cards
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Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections
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Hillsborough County Bar Association
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USF - Saint Leo ROTC "Suncoast Battalion"
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Tampa Hillsborough Homeless Initiative
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Friends of Tampa Recreation, Inc.
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South Boundary Boulevard
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Sharing our ALOHA at the Tampa Elks Lodge for their Hawaiian Luau Charity Event.☀️🎉💃🎵🌺🍹🌴🤙😎🥥
My good friend, Kokomo Chris & I were very honored to perform for these Veterans and their families.🇺🇲🙏🪖🥰
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My good friend, Kokomo Chris & I were very honored to perform for these Veterans and their families.🇺🇲🙏🪖🥰
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On Saturday, June 11th, Tampa Elks Lodge #708's Veterans Committee hosted an outdoor event at Ballast Point Park in Tampa Florida.
As part of the Elks National Foundation Freedom Grant program, veterans from the VA Domiciliary and Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc were treated to a day of fishing, lunch and lots of fun.
Each veteran received its own fishing pole and were assisted by Elks committee and lodge members. All were grateful for the opportunity to be outdoor and amongst friends, one comment from a veteran was “I truly enjoy being with y’all”.
The committee is looking forward to another three outdoor events this year which include a picnic at Picnic Island, a boat ride around downtown Tampa and a wreath laying ceremony, all events include lunch.
Pictured are Shelagh, Edie, Joe, Richard, Doug, Evelyn, Debbie, Rita and Jose.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
As part of the Elks National Foundation Freedom Grant program, veterans from the VA Domiciliary and Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc were treated to a day of fishing, lunch and lots of fun.
Each veteran received its own fishing pole and were assisted by Elks committee and lodge members. All were grateful for the opportunity to be outdoor and amongst friends, one comment from a veteran was “I truly enjoy being with y’all”.
The committee is looking forward to another three outdoor events this year which include a picnic at Picnic Island, a boat ride around downtown Tampa and a wreath laying ceremony, all events include lunch.
Pictured are Shelagh, Edie, Joe, Richard, Doug, Evelyn, Debbie, Rita and Jose.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
On May 20, Tampa Elks Lodge #708 welcomed nine guests from Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc for dinner.
Owner Connie Lindsay and her husband, David, brought seven veterans from their nonprofit transitional housing to the lodge. After being seated, they were each greeted by Jose Remon, Lodge Veterans Services Chair, and Rita Smith, Exalted Ruler. Veterans Services Committee members Joe LoCicero, Debbie Brennan, George Hofer and Edie Hanley were their attendants and servers and saw to their every need. The veterans were served a dinner of New York strip steaks, grilled jumbo shrimp, rosemary roasted potatoes, fresh green beans and cheese biscuits. For dessert, there was warm bread pudding with a vanilla sauce.
The Veterans Services Committee raises funds, especially for entertaining veterans in need. The cost of this dinner for these veterans was $221. Pictured in blue are the veterans, and David and Connie Lindsay are at the ends of the table. New member Thomas Hofer is seated with the veterans as well.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
Owner Connie Lindsay and her husband, David, brought seven veterans from their nonprofit transitional housing to the lodge. After being seated, they were each greeted by Jose Remon, Lodge Veterans Services Chair, and Rita Smith, Exalted Ruler. Veterans Services Committee members Joe LoCicero, Debbie Brennan, George Hofer and Edie Hanley were their attendants and servers and saw to their every need. The veterans were served a dinner of New York strip steaks, grilled jumbo shrimp, rosemary roasted potatoes, fresh green beans and cheese biscuits. For dessert, there was warm bread pudding with a vanilla sauce.
The Veterans Services Committee raises funds, especially for entertaining veterans in need. The cost of this dinner for these veterans was $221. Pictured in blue are the veterans, and David and Connie Lindsay are at the ends of the table. New member Thomas Hofer is seated with the veterans as well.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
Teamwork ✔️
Integrity ✔️
Commitment ✔️
Community ✔️
Thanks to our Turner Veterans employee resource group for organizing a volunteer opportunity with Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc in Tampa. 🇺🇸
Integrity ✔️
Commitment ✔️
Community ✔️
Thanks to our Turner Veterans employee resource group for organizing a volunteer opportunity with Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc in Tampa. 🇺🇸
On March 18, Tampa Elks Lodge #708 welcomed 19 veterans and staff members from the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital Domiciliary and Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Liberty Manor is a home in Tampa, Florida, for veterans who are temporarily unhoused. The guests were invited by the Veterans Committee members and they enjoyed a meal and entertainment.
Pictured with Paul DeLand, Exalted Ruler, are veteran residents of Liberty Manor.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
Liberty Manor is a home in Tampa, Florida, for veterans who are temporarily unhoused. The guests were invited by the Veterans Committee members and they enjoyed a meal and entertainment.
Pictured with Paul DeLand, Exalted Ruler, are veteran residents of Liberty Manor.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
Backpacks for Homeless Veterans
Thank you James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital for the majority of items listed.
-Hygiene Kits
-Poncho/ Waterproof liner
-Socks
-Female Hygiene Items
-Hats
-and more..
Thank you Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc for all you do. We hope to reach more Veteran shelters in the future and meet many more of our extended family of brothers and sisters in arms.
Thank you James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital for the majority of items listed.
-Hygiene Kits
-Poncho/ Waterproof liner
-Socks
-Female Hygiene Items
-Hats
-and more..
Thank you Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc for all you do. We hope to reach more Veteran shelters in the future and meet many more of our extended family of brothers and sisters in arms.
Nice, cool weather for serving today!
We had planned on cooking chicken but hadn't gone food shopping yet. We did a service project with Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc yesterday and were given a ton of chicken and sweet potatoes. PRAISE GOD! We literally experienced God use these "loaves and fish" to feed 100 people.
Some new faces came down to volunteer with us and we served some new people as well. Clothes, hygiene bags, blankets, prayers, and smiles were given out.
As the winter months approach, the people could use some warm clothes, shoes, and/or blankets. Please let us know if you'd like to make a donation.
Thank you!
We had planned on cooking chicken but hadn't gone food shopping yet. We did a service project with Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc yesterday and were given a ton of chicken and sweet potatoes. PRAISE GOD! We literally experienced God use these "loaves and fish" to feed 100 people.
Some new faces came down to volunteer with us and we served some new people as well. Clothes, hygiene bags, blankets, prayers, and smiles were given out.
As the winter months approach, the people could use some warm clothes, shoes, and/or blankets. Please let us know if you'd like to make a donation.
Thank you!
Happy Veterans Day!
To all of our Veterans... THANK YOU!
We are off today, but later, the Pegger and I will be taking a ride to Tampa, to deliver dinner... compliments of the Bridge Tender Inn, for our friends at Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc. We'll also spend a couple hours with them and do some karaoke afterwards. LM currently homes 75 formerly homeless US Veterans. They do such great work, and receive far too little assistance... we're trying to change that.
Through the generosity of the folks who came out to our shows on Monday and Tuesday, we were able to raise north of $800 in our *Bucket of Love,* which we will be presenting them with tonight, as well.
OVER $800 IN JUST TWO NIGHTS!!!
😮😮😮😁😁😁👏👏👏🥰🥰🥰
Thank you, so very much to all who contributed. On top of providing the food, the Tender will also be donating cash, as well. The Pegger and I, so appreciate Fred, Susan, Sue, Shannon, and everyone at the Tender for always making us feel as welcome as they do, and for supporting our special causes as well. We couldn't possibly ever sufficiently express our gratitude, but we do thank them so very much...
The Pegger and I will be back at it tomorrow afternoon, hopefully out on the tiki, over at the Bridge Tender.
We'll get things going 3ish...
Hope to see you there!
Pints up! 🍻
To all of our Veterans... THANK YOU!
We are off today, but later, the Pegger and I will be taking a ride to Tampa, to deliver dinner... compliments of the Bridge Tender Inn, for our friends at Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc. We'll also spend a couple hours with them and do some karaoke afterwards. LM currently homes 75 formerly homeless US Veterans. They do such great work, and receive far too little assistance... we're trying to change that.
Through the generosity of the folks who came out to our shows on Monday and Tuesday, we were able to raise north of $800 in our *Bucket of Love,* which we will be presenting them with tonight, as well.
OVER $800 IN JUST TWO NIGHTS!!!
😮😮😮😁😁😁👏👏👏🥰🥰🥰
Thank you, so very much to all who contributed. On top of providing the food, the Tender will also be donating cash, as well. The Pegger and I, so appreciate Fred, Susan, Sue, Shannon, and everyone at the Tender for always making us feel as welcome as they do, and for supporting our special causes as well. We couldn't possibly ever sufficiently express our gratitude, but we do thank them so very much...
The Pegger and I will be back at it tomorrow afternoon, hopefully out on the tiki, over at the Bridge Tender.
We'll get things going 3ish...
Hope to see you there!
Pints up! 🍻
Happy Tuesday!
We had an absolutely wonderful night last night at the Bridge Tender Inn. Veterans Day Week started off with a *bang!* Once again, we are working to help raise funds for our friends at Liberty Manor, and we are donating ALL of our Bucket of Love* earnings to Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc all week...
Last night was a real nice start, we'll see what the rest of the week brings in for the Veterans.
When we started working with them some 7-8 years ago, I think they housed like 10 Veterans. They are now currently housing 75 formerly homeless Vets! I'm including a link for anyone who would like to help out, who can't make our shows this week. Thanks to everyone for their generosity last night!
On Thursday evening, we'll be taking a nice meal out to some of the Vets from Liberty Manor in Tampa, and having a karaoke party for them. Thanks to the Bridge Tender for providing the food for this.
We play at the Tender again tonight, we'll get things cooking around 7ish... hope to see you there!
Pints up!
We had an absolutely wonderful night last night at the Bridge Tender Inn. Veterans Day Week started off with a *bang!* Once again, we are working to help raise funds for our friends at Liberty Manor, and we are donating ALL of our Bucket of Love* earnings to Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc all week...
Last night was a real nice start, we'll see what the rest of the week brings in for the Veterans.
When we started working with them some 7-8 years ago, I think they housed like 10 Veterans. They are now currently housing 75 formerly homeless Vets! I'm including a link for anyone who would like to help out, who can't make our shows this week. Thanks to everyone for their generosity last night!
On Thursday evening, we'll be taking a nice meal out to some of the Vets from Liberty Manor in Tampa, and having a karaoke party for them. Thanks to the Bridge Tender for providing the food for this.
We play at the Tender again tonight, we'll get things cooking around 7ish... hope to see you there!
Pints up!
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On May 31, Memorial Day, Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc , a nonprofit home that houses veterans who live mostly independently under one roof, hosted a canoe race on the Hillsborough River. The canoe sponsors had the option to have a veteran be one of the canoe’s paddlers. The Tampa Elks Lodge #708 Veterans Committee agreed to sponsor a canoe for $500, and the lodge added $500 of its charity funds as well. Member Joe LoCicero agreed to paddle the canoe for the team, and veteran John France from Liberty Manor joined him.
LoCicero is a licensed mental health counselor who owns Green Fields Mental Health Services. He was introduced to the lodge when his niece, Kendall Runyon, was a top 20 Elks National Foundation MVS scholar. She is now in graduate school. He is a faithful member of the Veterans Committee and sometimes volunteers in the kitchen. France is a Vietnam-era veteran who was determined to go to Vietnam, though that was not his first station. He was shot down toward the end of his tour and has been awarded the Bronze Star, Soldier Service award and Purple Heart. He has been diagnosed with Agent Orange-related cancer in several organs and if not for Liberty Manor, he would be without a home.
The event also provided food trucks at no cost to the attendees, including salad options and Checkers French fries. Volunteers also grilled hot dogs and hamburgers. Sodas, water, snacks, nuts and cookies were also available. Though the lodge’s canoe did not win a prize, they were recognized for sponsoring the canoe.
Pictured are LoCicero and France with their canoe.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
LoCicero is a licensed mental health counselor who owns Green Fields Mental Health Services. He was introduced to the lodge when his niece, Kendall Runyon, was a top 20 Elks National Foundation MVS scholar. She is now in graduate school. He is a faithful member of the Veterans Committee and sometimes volunteers in the kitchen. France is a Vietnam-era veteran who was determined to go to Vietnam, though that was not his first station. He was shot down toward the end of his tour and has been awarded the Bronze Star, Soldier Service award and Purple Heart. He has been diagnosed with Agent Orange-related cancer in several organs and if not for Liberty Manor, he would be without a home.
The event also provided food trucks at no cost to the attendees, including salad options and Checkers French fries. Volunteers also grilled hot dogs and hamburgers. Sodas, water, snacks, nuts and cookies were also available. Though the lodge’s canoe did not win a prize, they were recognized for sponsoring the canoe.
Pictured are LoCicero and France with their canoe.
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“So long as there are Veterans, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them.”
Liberty Manor for Veterans, Inc and Hillsborough County Cultural Assets Program Hillsborough County, Florida Government are hosting a “Race on the River”
https://dunndealpublications.com/2021/05/veterans-race-on-the-river/
https://dunndealpublications.com/2021/05/veterans-race-on-the-river/
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