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LXCL:The Veterans Care Trust Fund DBA The Eagle’s Journey is built from a dream born in struggle, hope, and love for those who served. Our vision is a community where veterans and families feel seen, supported, and never alone. Every action we take builds Brave Spaces for healing and dignity. Thank you for your donation. Your support helps us create Brave Spaces where veterans and families rise and soar.

Red, White &amp; Blue Silent AuctionBid in support of those who&rsquo;ve worn the uniformBy bidding in the Veterans Care Trust Fund&rsquo;s Red, White &amp; Blue Silent Auction, you&rsquo;re helping deliver urgent family support, trauma‑informed education, and community outreach to veterans working to rebuild their lives with dignity. Online‑Only AuctionAll bidding takes place online, and payment will be charged automatically at the close of the auction. You will receive a confirmation email listing your winning items, pickup instructions, and contact information. If you need to make special arrangements for pickup, our team will gladly work with you &mdash; just reach out and we&rsquo;ll coordinate what works best. Item Pickup InformationItems you win can be picked up at the Veterans Care Trust Fund office:Veterans Care Trust Fund &nbsp;520 South Boulevard, Suite 14 Baraboo, WI 53913Located inside Aspire Suites. Please park on the building side near the ramp &mdash; it leads directly to our office entrance. Your Impact 💙Every item you win fuels direct care. Your participation helps keep food on the table, roofs overhead, and trusted support within reach for veterans and families in underfunded and rural communities. Your generosity ensures that no veteran, spouse, or child has to face hardship alone. A Celebration That Gives BackThis Silent Auction runs alongside a special community event: Wollersheim Winery &amp; Distillery has selected the Veterans Care Trust Fund as a beneficiary of their Red, White &amp; Blue Whiskey release during the Summer Serenade on Friday, May 22, 2026. Event: Friday, May 22 &ndash; Summer Serenade&bull; 1:00&ndash;4:00 PM &ndash; Brandon Beebe (Distillery Patio)&nbsp;&bull; 4:30&ndash;7:30 PM &ndash; Mark Croft Trio (Wine Garden) No reservations needed &mdash; just good music, good company, and a release that gives back. Thank you for standing with us, believing in this mission, and helping ensure that every veteran and family in Wisconsin has a place to turn when life gets heavy. Your support makes partnerships like this possible.

Veterans Care Trust Fund's Silent Auction for the Red, White & Blue

Excitement is building as we prepare for the&nbsp;2026 Light the Path Galaan evening filled with purpose, hope, and community for our Military, Veterans and Families.&nbsp;<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1768587387/wysiwyg/zzfjqyx5ai4tt70jt3or.jpg" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> This night is more than a celebration&hellip; it&rsquo;s a movement, and we&rsquo;re honored to invite you to be part of it. Every registration helps us reach veterans where they live, walk beside them through hardship, and light the path toward stability, dignity, and healing. Your presence fuels the work that strengthens families, restores connection, and brings support to the rural communities that need it most. Together, we are creating Brave Spaces &mdash; places where veterans and their families feel seen, supported, and never alone. With you and our partners, we can complete more missions, expand our reach, and build a stronger network of care across Wisconsin. We believe in partnering, not competing &mdash; not repeating services, but referring to those who do it best. Collaboration is how we honor the people we serve. And of course, this night is meant to feel special. We encourage guests to dress to impress in business attire, matching the elegance and significance of the evening. But more than anything, this Gala is for everyone. Whether you arrive in your best suit, your favorite dress, or whatever makes you feel confident and comfortable, you belong in the room. What matters most is your willingness to show up and stand with those who have served. Just like in the service, the path becomes stronger and brighter when we walk it together. Join us for a night that uplifts, inspires, and fuels the work that carries veterans and families forward all year long. Ticket on sell thru February 23, 2026 at 11:55pm Stay at the Kalahari in the Wisconsin Dells!<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1768632742/wysiwyg/rtdmraj30ymhvkikvecr.jpg" style="width: 198px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; max-width: calc(100% - 10px); cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit; border-radius: 10px; background-clip: padding-box;" fr-original-style="width: 198px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; max-width: calc(100% - 10px);" fr-original-class="fr-draggable fr-rounded">March 6&ndash;7, 2026WI Kalahari Resorts &amp; Conventions &mdash; Wisconsin Dells, WIVeterans Care Trust Fund Gala: Illuminating the Path HomeA dedicated booking website is now available for attendees to reserve their hotel rooms for the Gala. Reservations open January 13, 2026 and are guaranteed through February 4, 2026 under our room block. After February 4, you may still use the same link to book; however, room availability and group rates are no longer guaranteed once the block closes.Booking Website: https://book.passkey.com/e/51186445 Why Rush the Night!

The 2026 VCTF Gala, "Light the Path: No One Walks Alone"

<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741917644/przdwvags4wzmuspwvgm.jpg" style="width:425px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> Swing into Action for Our Heroes! Join us for our First Invite "Wings Over the Fairway" at Trappers Turn in the Wisconsin Dells. <span contenteditable="false" fr-original-class="fr-img-caption fr-draggable fr-bordered" fr-original-style="width: 352px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" style="width:352px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;box-sizing:inherit"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741252888/fidqldgp4cizdmx7xjol.jpg" style="width:340px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:border-box;border:5px solid rgb(204, 204, 204)" />U.S. AIR POWER AND THE U.S. NAVY  AERONAUTIC DETACHMENT NO. 1  This unit was the first U.S. military unit to arrive in France on June 5, 1917, during World War I Event Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025Registration: 9 AM to 11 AM Location:Trappers Turn in the Wisconsin Dells, WIRSVP By: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Join us for a memorable day filled with camaraderie, friendly competition on the golf course, and the opportunity to give back to the brave men and women who have selflessly served our nation. Your participation and support will enrich your experience and create a lasting impact in supporting our local heroes. The Veterans Care Trust Fund is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of our rural Wisconsin veterans, active military personnel, and their families. We aim to fill the gaps in overlooked services and resources. Did you know? As of 2023, our six rural counties show varying percentages of veterans: Sauk County boasts 7%, Columbia County at 7.8%, Adams County has 10.2%, Juneau County is at 9.1%, Richland County has 7.0%, and Vernon County rounds up to 7.2%. This collective accounts for a remarkable total of 14,419 rural veterans, as recognized by the VA, WDVA, and the Census Bureau. In the broader landscape of Wisconsin, we are proud to have 323,724 veterans residing here, not including those in the National Guard, Reserves, or active duty, along with their family members. Among the 14,419 veterans in our six counties, we estimate that an additional 27,036 family members are navigating life's challenges without adequate support and access to necessary services. All Teams are greeted at our registration welcome table, which starts at 9 AM. You will be given a badge, a golf lineup, and a cart ready for your clubs and adventure on the course. Enjoy your exclusive Flight Bag and delightful brunch starting at 9 AM after registering. Trappers have prepared an exquisite spread that awaits you.  As teams return, why not take a moment to unwind? Grab a refreshing drink and a custom cigar, then head to the patio to relax and explore the captivating silent auction items. Our thoughtfully curated dinner, crafted to delight your palate, will be served at 4:30 PM, accompanied by an awards reception, thrilling hole-game prizes, and plenty of fun—all in support of our mission to secure land for The Eagles Journey, a Center for Rural Veterans and Families.  Do you want to make an even bigger difference? Explore our diverse sponsorship packages or contact us directly. Let’s unite our efforts to create a profound impact and honor the courage and unwavering commitment of our veterans. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions.Email: <a href="mailto:veteranscaretrustfund@gmail.com" style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">veteranscaretrustfund@gmail.com</a>Phone: (855) 608-8387 Find us on: Facebook: <a style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">facebook.com/VCTF608</a>Instagram: <a style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">instagram.com/vctf608</a>Webpage: <a style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">vctf88.org</a> Thank you for your support! Veterans Care Trust Fund 2025 Golf Committee: Jan, Sandy, Megan, Susan, and Julie <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920507/e06dfdhmjm8w8sd7kq2h.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920530/sxz3v07mjtrtbxg6ovjp.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920573/xbybypqwi93jcy9t670k.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920600/ncu7xkan3ecmm66fzoes.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920626/zj7ywe1jwihwawrjpwki.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920655/kgfqmumdjuixymynihdp.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920684/lhw5wymlk2ajuhtjklt1.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920781/nnswwwjtejqevnrz0djy.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920817/zvxipzsj7o17mmvfejjx.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1741920939/pa1vlwbfdsui64bk1du4.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />

2025 Wings Over the Fairway Invite

The Veterans Care Trust Fund, founded in 1988, is a testament to unwavering support for veterans and their families. Over the years, its mission has expanded to address the evolving needs of veterans, including Mental Health Assessments, Rent or Mortgage Assistance, necessary work attire and equipment, Food, Bags of Hope for emergency contact, Sprinkles, Sparkles & Strips, Business Startups, and The Opportunity Fund. The journey of our veterans is fraught with challenges. These may include economic hardships, trauma, mental health conditions, and social isolation, all of which increase the risk of housing instability and homelessness. Despite substantial federal investments in research and data collection, rural communities like ours often lack the necessary funding to support veterans at the community level. Our fund is a crucial GAP filler, addressing these pressing local needs.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1735524470/fq1x5b9gdekz2m80ee0j.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />Welcome to the Inaugural Gala "A Night to Benefit Rural Veterans"Join us on Friday, Feb 14, 2025, at 17:00 at Vennebu Hill | Wedding Barn & Event Venue for a night of celebration and support for our rural veterans. Dress to impress and enjoy an evening filled with delicious food, music, and exciting auctions. All proceeds from this event will go towards providing assistance and resources to our rural veterans in need. Come together with the community to show gratitude and appreciation for those who have served our country. Let's make this a night to remember while making a difference in the lives of our rural veterans. We can't wait to see you there! Purchase tickets until Tuesday, January 21, 2025.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1732668052/cxywwyubmoixzieauuhw.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1732668110/gj1qag0jhj7qywx4qwf8.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />The menu well pleases all tastes for this special day!<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1732668137/srr80uco9ykdrfwuu4e8.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />Tickets and Tables:<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1732668312/er5clgq0bmolpgknllsf.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1732668380/ejrwnnnv56kydlwdvol2.jpg" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" />

Veterans Care Trust Fund, Inaugural Gala "A Night to Benefit  Rural Veterans"

💙 Give Hope with Veterans Care Trust Fund 💪At Veterans Care Trust Fund, we strive to restore trust and dignity to our brave veterans by supporting their journey back to a fulfilling life.<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Provide emergency family aid, ensuring food, housing, and bridging crisis gaps.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Introduce healing programs tackling trauma through mentorship, wellness, and compassionate care.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Pioneer advocacy that effect change in underfunded rural communities.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Promote veteran-led outreach to foster purpose, community, and connection.</li></ul>Join us today! Every [$X] changes a life, showing our veterans they matter, they&#39;re not alone, and they&#39;re not invisible.

💙 Give Hope with Veterans Care Trust Fund 💪At Veterans Care Trust Fund, we strive to restore trust and dignity to our brave veterans by supporting their journey back to a fulfilling life.Provide emergency family aid, ensuring food, housing, and bridging crisis gaps.Introduce healing programs tackling trauma through mentorship, wellness, and compassionate care.Pioneer advocacy that effect change in underfunded rural communities.Promote veteran-led outreach to foster purpose, community, and connection.Join us today! Every [$X] changes a life, showing our veterans they matter, they're not alone, and they're not invisible.

Adopt an Envelope 💙 and stand beside military, veterans &amp; families working to rebuild stable, fulfilling lives. Your gift helps cover emergency needs like food and housing, trauma healing support, and outreach in underfunded rural communities. Every envelope you choose becomes direct help for a veteran and their family&mdash;keeping the lights on, funding a counseling session, or supporting a Military, Veteran &amp; Family-led connection program. Thank you for giving hope and steady support. 💪

Adopt an Envelope 💙 and stand beside military, veterans & families working to rebuild stable, fulfilling lives. Your gift helps cover emergency needs like food and housing, trauma healing support, and outreach in underfunded rural communities.Every envelope you choose becomes direct help for a veteran and their family—keeping the lights on, funding a counseling session, or supporting a Military, Veteran & Family-led connection program. Thank you for giving hope and steady support. 💪

Adopt An Envelope Campaign

🎒💙 2026 Bags of Hope Campaign 💙🎒 Every backpack tells a story. For some, it means a warm hat on a cold night. For others, it means hygiene sup<span contenteditable="false" draggable="false" fr-original-class="fr-img-caption fr-draggable" fr-original-style="width: 173px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" style="width: 173px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1792110142/wysiwyg/dfy7qkak0aomwec1brix.jpg" style="width: 173px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 173px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><span contenteditable="true" fr-original-class="fr-inner" fr-original-style="" style="outline: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0) solid 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px; font-weight: initial; opacity: 0.9; width: 100%; margin: auto; padding: 5px 5px 10px; display: block;">Final Packing Teamplies, a meal, comfort items, and the reassurance that their community cares. Bags of Hope provides backpacks and care kits filled with essential items for homeless veterans, children facing trauma and transition, first responders, and families experiencing hardship throughout Wisconsin. Our goal is to prepare 300 backpacks and care kits that deliver hope, dignity, and practical support where it is needed most. Your support helps provide:🎒 Backpacks and essential supplies 🧼 Hygiene and personal care items 🧤 Warm clothing and comfort items 🍎 Shelf-stable food and snacks 💙 Encouragement and community support There are many ways to help:✅ Make a financial donation ✅ Donate supplies from our wish list ✅ Volunteer to sort, organize, and pack Bags of Hope ✅ Sponsor backpacks or specific supply items ✅ Share our mission with friends, family, and coworkers<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1792109773/wysiwyg/gb9ana6q0s7ejbgrx0r2.jpg" style="width: 187px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 187px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Whether you give, volunteer, or donate supplies, you are helping neighbors in need and strengthening communities across Wisconsin. Volunteers are the heart of this effort, helping turn donated items into meaningful care packages that reach people facing difficult circumstances. Give hope today. Volunteer. Donate. Make a difference.Together, we can ensure that no one feels forgotten and that every Bag of Hope delivers more than supplies; it delivers compassion, encouragement, and a reminder that they are not alone.&nbsp;<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1792113672/wysiwyg/edq9c7jrjbjfzb45oktp.jpg" style="width: 275px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 275px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"> 💙 Donate online or drop off donations at our Baraboo office. 🎒 Join us for our community sorting and packing days and help us prepare 300 Bags of Hope for neighbors in need.&nbsp;<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1792113694/wysiwyg/ygg8lz9ycqxkr8kaomdq.png" style="width: 281px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 281px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">Together, we are delivering hope, one bag at a time. 💙🎒<a fr-original-style="" href="//www.vctf88.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">www.vctf88.org</a>

🎒💙 2026 Bags of Hope Campaign 💙🎒Every backpack tells a story. For some, it means a warm hat on a cold night. For others, it means hygiene supFinal Packing Teamplies, a meal, comfort items, and the reassurance that their community cares.Bags of Hope provides backpacks and care kits filled with essential items for homeless veterans, children facing trauma and transition, first responders, and families experiencing hardship throughout Wisconsin. Our goal is to prepare 300 backpacks and care kits that deliver hope, dignity, and practical support where it is needed most.Your support helps provide:🎒 Backpacks and essential supplies🧼 Hygiene and personal care items🧤 Warm clothing and comfort items🍎 Shelf-stable food and snacks💙 Encouragement and community supportThere are many ways to help:✅ Make a financial donation✅ Donate supplies from our wish list✅ Volunteer to sort, organize, and pack Bags of Hope✅ Sponsor backpacks or specific supply items✅ Share our mission with friends, family, and coworkersWhether you give, volunteer, or donate supplies, you are helping neighbors in need and strengthening communities across Wisconsin. Volunteers are the heart of this effort, helping turn donated items into meaningful care packages that reach people facing difficult circumstances.Give hope today. Volunteer. Donate. Make a difference.Together, we can ensure that no one feels forgotten and that every Bag of Hope delivers more than supplies; it delivers compassion, encouragement, and a reminder that they are not alone. 💙 Donate online or drop off donations at our Baraboo office.🎒 Join us for our community sorting and packing days and help us prepare 300 Bags of Hope for neighbors in need. Together, we are delivering hope, one bag at a time. 💙🎒www.vctf88.org

2026 Bags of Hope

Veterans Care Trust Fund 2027 GalaFOUNDATIONS OF FREEDOMCelebrating Service, Sacrifice, and the American Spirit Honoring 250 Years of Freedom Join us for an unforgettable evening at&nbsp;The Farmer in the Dells,&nbsp;60 Gasser Road, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965An extraordinary hotel and conference center welcoming us to the journey we are on. This year&rsquo;s gala honors the generations who built the foundations of our freedom, the veterans who served, the families who stood beside them, and the communities that continue to uphold their legacy. Together, we celebrate 250 years of courage, service, and the enduring American spirit. Foundations of FreedomOur County. Their Sacrifice.&nbsp;The Families Who Stood With Them.Freedom does not stand on its own &mdash; it stands on the shoulders of those who answered the call to serve. In every generation, men and women from our county stepped forward, leaving behind homes, careers, and the comfort of everyday life to defend a nation built on ideals greater than themselves. Their courage became the bedrock of our liberty. But no service member ever walks that path alone. Behind every uniform is a family who carries the weight of separation, uncertainty, and sacrifice. Spouses who kept the home standing. Children who grew up with empty seats at the table. Parents who prayed through sleepless nights. These families served in their own way &mdash; quietly, faithfully, and with strength that often goes unseen. Together, they formed the foundations of freedom:&nbsp;The service member who deployed.&nbsp;The family who endured.&nbsp;The community who welcomed them home.Our county&rsquo;s history is written in their stories, stories of resilience, duty, and unwavering commitment to the nation we love. Tonight, we honor not only the veterans who carried the mission, but the families who carried the burden, and the community that continues to stand with them. Freedom is not abstract. It is built. It is earned. It is protected. And its foundation is the people who served, and the families who went with them. Event Time: 5:00 PM &ndash; 9:00 PM VIP Early Entry&nbsp;4:30 PM &mdash; VIP guests are welcomed for an intimate early reception, including a meet‑and‑greet with our special guest and professional photographs completed by our event photographer. Cocktail Hour&nbsp;5:00 PM &ndash; 6:00 PM &mdash; A warm and elegant start to the evening featuring signature cocktails crafted from Wollersheim Winery &amp; Distillery and appetizers and a welcoming atmosphere for all attendees. Dinner ExperienceThis year, you do not need to choose a meal in advance. We will be serving a delicious, chef‑crafted dinner that you select at the event &mdash; a truly mouth‑watering meal designed to delight every guest. And of course, we have not forgotten dessert. Expect splendid, memorable sweets with a richness and sweetness that lingers long after the last bite. Event Highlights<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Formal dinner and program</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Veteran and family tributes</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Silent Auction featuring community and artisan contributions</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Special Live Auction with exclusive one‑of‑a‑kind items</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Special Announcements revealing new initiatives and milestones for 2027</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community recognition awards</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Presentation of the Foundations of Freedom honor</li></ul>Attire: Formal / Patriotic EleganceGuests are welcome to attend in formal, semi‑formal, or patriotic elegance attire. You may also wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident, boots and jeans, military dress, VFW or American Legion uniforms, or your own personal style. The only restriction: No bathing suits. This night is about community, purpose, and standing together, not about what you&rsquo;re wearing. Date: Saturday, March 7, 2027&nbsp;Location: The Farmer in the Dells, Wisconsin Dells, WIAll proceeds benefit programs supporting veterans, spouses, and children through The Eagle&rsquo;s Journey / Veterans Care Trust Fund.&nbsp;

Veterans Care Trust Fund

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