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WHO WE ARE

We are committed to addressing the mental and physical health of our nation’s veterans with service-connected disabilities. With a shared passion for aiding veterans, we’ve come together to specialize in providing service dogs to those with medically complex cases. Our mission is clear: to offer veterans the extra care and support they need, ultimately working towards enhancing the quality of life within our own community. What sets us apart is our commitment to rescuing and rehabilitating dogs, giving them a new purpose and a chance to make a profound impact on a veteran’s life. Each member of our team brings a unique set of skills and experiences, all united by a common goal – quality of life for our veterans.

BOARD MEMBERS

John Devine

Co-founder and President

Byron Beplay

Vice President

Angela Connor

Co-founder and Treasurer/Board Chair

Jonathan Belton

Secretary

Brett Hurt

Executive Board Member

Willians Aching

Executive Board Member

EXECUTIVE STAFF

Angela Connor

COO

Sarah Blanchette

Donor Relations Coordinator

Elena Beplay

Veteran Service Officer

Jonathan Belton

Corporate Relations Manager

TRAINERS

Kristin Lord

Trainer

Rebecca Dabney

Trainer

Keturah Hall

Trainer

Brett Hurt

Trainer

AMBASSADORS

Jack Carr

Jack Carr is a former Navy SEAL and New York Times bestselling author. He is the author of the Terminal List, True Believer and Savage Son. Jack is a personal friend of the foundation, as he became familiar with the mission through co-founder, John Devine. Jack is intimately familiar with the challenges transitioning service members experience to civilian life and has seen first hand the powerful asset that service dogs provide in empowering veterans.

Mat Best

Mat Best is an American internet personality, entrepreneur, and a former United States Army Ranger. Best joined the United States Army shortly after graduating high school, eventually serving five deployments with the 2nd Ranger Battalion, before working as a private contractor for the Central Intelligence Agency.[1] He operates a popular comedic YouTube channel, has starred in one self-made movie, and published one book, a memoir of his military service. Best is also a co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company.