Marana, AZ (PressExposure) January 18, 2010 -- The Men's Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Marana Post 5990, in conjunction with the Devils' Brigade Horseshoe Club, present the inaugural "A Day to Thank Our Heroes" on Saturday, January 23, 2010, to raise awareness and support for the Wounded Warriors Project.

"We are proud to have this opportunity to support the Wounded Warriors Project and the people it benefits," said Jonathan Gleave, Men's Auxiliary President, continuing, "By helping to raise awareness of this charity, while at the same time raising funds to support their programs, more wounded service personnel stand to benefit from the range of services they provide."

There will be an opening ceremony promptly at 10:30 AM to pay tribute to those wounded and fallen soldiers that will include a presentation of colors followed by a 21-gun salute, and playing of the Star Spangled Banner. A day of horseshoe, ladder golf and dart tournaments will follow starting at 11:00 AM. Live music will be provided throughout the day courtesy of Mark Archambeault and the Just Us Band. Refreshments will also be available, along with children's games and entertainment, including a jumping castle. There will also be a variety of raffle drawings.

Events are open to the public; doors open at 9:30 AM. A $10 donation includes admission and entry into one of the day's tournaments; veterans and active duty military are free with proper identification. 100% of the event proceeds will be donated to this great charity, which is dedicated to improving the lives of severely wounded soldiers.

The Devils' Brigade Horseshoe Club and Marana VFW Post 5990 are committed to the Wounded Warrior Project and the young men and women who benefit from WWP's programs and services. These service men and women give life and limb to protect our freedom, and The Devils' Brigade and VFW Post 5990 recognize and appreciate their sacrifices.

To get to Marana VFW Post 5990, take I-10 to Avra Valley Road (exit 243), west 12 miles, turn right on Trico Road, go approximately 2 miles to El Tiro Road. VFW Post 5990 is located on the northwest corner of Trico and El Tiro-look for the helicopter.

About VFW Post 5990

About the Wounded Warriors Project
The mission of Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower wounded warriors. WWP provides unique and direct programs and services that ease the burdens of the wounded and their families, aid in the recovery process, and aid in the transition back to civilian life. Only through the help of individuals who come together in their communities can WWP continue to aid this generation, and those to come, with the comfort and support they need. For more information about the Wounded Warriors Project, please visit http://woundedwarriorproject.org

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