American Warrior Radio

Charitable organizations supporting Veterans & first responders is the topic of today’s show. Attacks on law enforcement personnel are on a record pace and the withdrawal from Afghanistan does not mean Veteran support needs are reduced. In fact, the opposite may be true.  We talk with representatives of four charitable organizations that deserve your support during this season of giving. SPIKES K9 FUND – Founder & President James Hatch Military working dogs regularly spared the life of Navy SEAL Jimmy Hatch. Now he is giving back by enhancing the training, care and preservation of working dogs. They provide vital equipment such as protective vests, heat alarms, GPS collars in addition to training for agencies all across the country. They have helped over 1600 dogs in 49 states. CONCERNS OF POLICE SURVIVORS – Executive Director Diane Bernhard Diane served in law enforcement for 23 years before assuming the lead role at COPS. She first learned of the organization when a colleague was shot and killed on duty