From left to right: Patriots and Paws Executive Board President Tom Macias, Fullerton City Councilmember Dr. Ahmad Zahra, Founder and CEO Penny Lambright, Ishka Diller (the dog), Jennifer Diller, and Patriots and Paws Executive Board Secretary Christine Mantyla.
At the Patriots and Paws 2nd Annual BBQ Smoke Off Competition held at their Anaheim warehouse, Councilmember Dr. Ahmad Zahra presented a certificate of recognition on April 27, 2024, for all they do for veterans and their families. The public was invited to attend and aid their mission to support veterans and military families.
Patriots and Paws is dedicated to providing Veterans, Active Military, and Reservists and their families throughout Southern California with basic home furnishings for their newly acquired residences.
Military clients submit a list of required items, such as bedroom furnishings, kitchen items, appliances, and living room furniture. They tour the aisles of racks holding the currently available items and are allowed to select those that meet their needs. Staff volunteers then move the items from the rack and load them into vehicles provided by the veteran. This is all provided at no charge to the recipient, who then transports the items as their only expense.
It is estimated that 95% of those assisted have experienced homelessness and have recently secured their HUD/VASH housing vouchers or other forms of housing. Patriots and Paws extends their support to all Veterans, Active Military Members, or reserves, regardless of their physical condition, branch, or rank. They are part of the 8% who have served or the 4% who are currently serving the U.S.A., and Patriots and Paws helps to make their transition smoother and their lives better.
In addition, they offer a unique program where interested individuals can be matched with a rescued companion animal. They also provide a range of resources to support and guide Veterans as they transition into civilian life, including job placement assistance, mental health support, and financial counseling.
For more information visit: https://patriotsandpaws.org
Donations can also be scheduled for pickup by contacting Info@PatriotsAndPaws.org.
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C’mon man, this is funny. Zahra is handing out a certificate in…Anaheim?
Zenger and Oscar – Are there any organizations you guys think do a good job?
The Patriots Paws wearhouse is in Anaheim but the organization serves veterans from all over Orange County including Fullerton.
And why is Zahra the only one in the picture? Does he get to hand out certificates all by himself? Or is it just a phot op he ginned up for himself. Aren’t these usually handed on in the CC chamber? Oops.