"For the members of the Blue Star Mothers of the Canyons, and owner of Paintball USA, it doesn't matter whether a person is for or against the Iraq War; it's about showing support for the troops.
To offer their appreciation for the troops on Armed Forces Day, the Blue Star Mothers of the Canyons, the Santa Clarita Valley's chapter of the nonprofit organization bringing moms and family members of military servicemen together, teamed up with the Agua Dulce paintball park to host the fundraiser, 'Fight for our Troops' on Saturday.
To offer their appreciation for the troops on Armed Forces Day, the Blue Star Mothers of the Canyons, the Santa Clarita Valley's chapter of the nonprofit organization bringing moms and family members of military servicemen together, teamed up with the Agua Dulce paintball park to host the fundraiser, 'Fight for our Troops' on Saturday.
For every admission or package purchased, $10 was donated to the Blue Star Mothers.
Debi Duke, president of Chapter 82 in Newhall, said every donation paid for the postage on one care package.
Duke said the event was a first for the local chapter and hopes that it will become an annual fundraiser in the coming years.
Nevertheless, Duke, whose 22-year-old son, Xander, is a medic in the 82nd Airbone Division, believes the troops need continued support from everyone.
Whether or not someone has a loved one serving, she believes that "all of our troops are all of our sons and daughters.""
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Debi Duke, president of Chapter 82 in Newhall, said every donation paid for the postage on one care package.
Duke said the event was a first for the local chapter and hopes that it will become an annual fundraiser in the coming years.
Nevertheless, Duke, whose 22-year-old son, Xander, is a medic in the 82nd Airbone Division, believes the troops need continued support from everyone.
Whether or not someone has a loved one serving, she believes that "all of our troops are all of our sons and daughters.""
More...Paintball fundraiser supports troops:
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