Fundraisers

Wings & Wheels with Honor Flight and Mt. Carmel’s 2nd Annual Car Show

In this episode of the Veterans Voice, guest host Justin Verhulst speaks with the Colorado Springs vice president of Honor Flight, a nonprofit that is taking our veterans to exciting new places to celebrate and honor their commitment and service to the military.
Justin also talk cars with Mt. Carmel's own Lynda Cink, who is leading the effort to launch a successful 2nd annual Car Show to raise money for Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and bring family friendly fun with an event that has something for everyone (but especially the car fans!).
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 

Arts as Healing for Veterans and it’s Never Summer

The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and Mt. Carmel are partnered to bring the arts to veterans to help them heal.  Also, Never Summer, a Colorado snowboard and winter gear manufacturer, is creating unique boards and donating proceeds from the sales to help fuel Mt. Carmel's mission.  
LEARN MORE ABOUT ART THERAPY CLASSES
 
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT NEVER SUMMER HERE
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 
 

One Simple Voice and Pours for a Cause

One Simple Voice is offering a series of retreats.  The next is September 22 and entitled, Carrying the Cross of Fear & Loss.  REGISTER HEREAlso in this podcast, Peaks & Pours, a whiskey gathering in Colorado Springs. Sample spirits from around the world! Food, music, cigars & bartender competition.  LEARN MORE HERE
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 

A Shopping Extravaganza for a Cause

A day of shopping with up and coming young leaders in mind!  Head to the Outlets at Castle Rock for a day of special deals, discounts, prizes and more all to benefit the African American Youth Leadership Conference!
 
LEARN MORE HERE
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!
 
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African American Youth Leadership ConferenceFundraiser at Outlets at Castle Rock
Images Courtesy of Alice Miles and Peggy Ziglin
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 

Patriots Saying Thank You to Patriots

On Patriot Day 2023, Robert Irvine, a Veteran of the British Royal Navy and Royal Marines, is visiting with Mt. Carmel's executive director, Col. Bob McLaughlin, US Army, Ret.  The pair discussed the work of their respective organizations, thanking their fellow warriors, patriots and their families, and said a grateful goodbye to Veterans Voice Project lead and host, Ted Robertson, who's last day as a member of the Mt. Carmel Team was September 1.   
 
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Robert Irvine's Visit to Veterans Voice
Images by Ted Robertson  |  Media Outreach Coordinator  |  Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center
Robert Irvine (L)  Ted Robertson (C)  Bob McLaughlin (R)
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 

Care and Share, Comcast and Patriot Day

This week on Veterans Voice it’s time for Mt. Carmel’s 8th Annual Patriot Day Giveback, your opportunity to say thank you to those who sacrificed and served and to join us for a very special opening ceremony.
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 
 

A Convoy of Hope and Caring for Your Car

In this episode of Veterans voice, car care tips and tricks for military spouses; the Convoy of Hope is back in Pueblo after 14 years away and fighting the good fight against veterans homelessness.
 
 
Come join PCS by Vets Real Estate Team, for a free winter car clinic. We'll learn how to check items such as fluids, belts, windshield wipers, headlights, brake lights, tire pressure, batteries, and hoses. We'll also demonstrate how to change a tire and help you identify your vehicle's emergency kits! Best of all, we are going to be showing you on your own vehicle, so bring your daily driver! We will also be providing refreshments and free childcare. We expect spots will fill up so be sure to RSVP.
This event is to help prepare and educate people about their cars for winter. We typically see this need in military families where the spouses are deployed, so please help spread the word to your military friends! Don't be stranded and unprepared during a storm! Can't wait to see you September 16th, 2023 from 10am-2pm!
 - Copy and images courtesy of PCS by Vets
RSVP TODAY!
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 

A Special Lift for Special Operators

Join the Special Operators Transition Foundation (SOTF) for an evening of networking, hors d'oeuvres and cocktails with Special Operators from our most elite military forces who are looking to make Colorado their home after they're finished serving our country. We are excited to announce George Piro as our guest speaker for this special event. George Piro was the lead interrogator for Saddam Hussein for seven months and shares his incredible experience with us.
- Some images and copy courtesy of SOTF 
 
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Meet Denise Brill, Director of Development

Meet Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center's new Director of Development, Denise Brill!  Denise brings a long and extensive background in service to the military connected community in and outside the corporate and non-profit world.  Her role at Mt. carmel will have her orchestrating partnership, event and engagement programs and strategies.  Fueling our mission is a big job.  Please join with us in welcoming her to our family and wishing her great success!
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 

Housing, New Services in the South and a Fundraiser for Veterans

How two partners have committed their business to funding housing for veterans; a mission to open hearts and minds to hearing God's voice, and delivering services to veterans in hard to reach places. Veterans Voice airs weekly on KRDO Newsradio Sunday mornmings at 7:30.  The podcast drops Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. and is available at www.veteransvoice.us
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 

Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Benefits the Military Community

The 2023 Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo is ON and from the very beginning has donated a part of its proceeds to support our military!  
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Special thanks to Army Special Forces veteran and rodeo board member, Ron Fitch, for joining the Veterans Voice for this podcast! 
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 
 

Help Fuel Mt. Carmel’s Mission

A Note from Mt. Carmel Executive Director, Col. Bob McLaughlin, US Army, Ret.
"As we celebrate this patriotic time of year, my team and I would like to recognize all those who have served and sacrificed to safeguard the American way of life.  Mt. Carmel is a community dedicated to honoring military, veterans and their families by assisting with transition and employment and much more.  Please support our cause and remember to thank the veterans in your life.  God bless America!"  
 - Col. Bob McLaughlin, US Army, Ret.
 
PLEASE DONATE TODAY!
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 

Bowling to Support Military and Their Families

Join in the fun at the First Annual Veterans Charity Bowling Tournament!  The event is a fundraiser for Mt. Carmel hosted by the AMF Bowling Center June 25, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.!

I had a Choice to Stay, Die or Surrender

Frannie Rose lay bedridden for 17 years.  No one could tell her why or what was wrong.  Her fight gone and hope lost, the time had come for her to make a decision:  resign herself to never leaving her bed, kill herself, or, surrender to God.  Then came a voice.

A Show of Vital Support and a 5K Run and Fundraiser for Vets & Pets

In this edition of Veterans Voice, Mt. Carmel's executive director and our board chair share their motivation for the mission, and, the Vets & Pets 5K and fundraiser gearing up for a walk - or run - in the park!
 
 
 
(L-R) Col. Bob McLaughlin, US Army Ret. | Mike Lewis | Jim Hannon, USAF Ret.
 
Request Services:  (719) 772-7000  |  Open:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-FridayWalk-In services in Colorado Springs530 Communication Cir., Colorado Springs, CO  80905
 
 
REGISTER FOR THE 5K TODAY!
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 
 
 
 

Housing Markets for Vets, Honor Bells Tolling and a Big Donation

A look at the housing market for Veterans and their families; a Marine on a mission to toll another Honor Bell and a big donation to Mt. Carmel from a caring small business.
 
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT OPERATION STEP UP AND 719 HEROES
 
 
DONATE TO SUPPORT THE HONOR BELL FOUNDATION
REQUEST BELL HONORS
 
 
A special thank you to Nick Byard and Top Notch Turffor their generous donation of $4,830 to Mt. Carmel!
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 
 

Raising Funds for Honor Bell Number 2

In this Veterans Voice conversation with Honor Bell Foundation Executive Director, Chris Boyer, we learn about the Honor Bell, it's history and important purpose.  Now, he's on mission to add a second Honor Bell and in future, many more.  The Foundation is asking your help to see that veterans being laid to rest across the Pikes Peak region, Colorado and ultimately the country can receive this very special honor.         
- Some copy, images and sound courtesy of the Honor Bell Foundation
 
 
DONATE TO SUPPORT THE HONOR BELL FOUNDATION
REQUEST BELL HONORS
 
 
"Noodle"Honorary Bell Guard member and companion to Chris Boyer
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 
 

Filling a Food Pantry, Final Days with Dignity and More Services in Pueblo

In this episode, a 17 year old filling a vital food pantry; living your final days with dignity; more services for Veterans coming to Pueblo and a Veteran radio show host spreading the word!   
 
 
Seventeen year old James Irwin Charter School honor student, Janelle Rivera, is leading a five-school drive to fill Mt. Carmel's nearly empty food pantry and Hope Closet with food, clothing and toys.  The Lets Give Back event is being hosted by Mt. Carmel April 15, and will feature the treat of lunch for those who donate!
Janelle comes from a military family who were once Mt. Carmel clients in need of assistance.  And now that they are in a better place, they are giving back to see it paid forward.
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT LETS GIVE BACKCall:  719-772-7000
 
 
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT JAMES IRWIN CHARTER SCHOOLS
 
 
Army Veteran, Mike Thomas, explains how his approach to helping you live your final days in dignity, beauty and peace.  
REQUEST PIKES PEAK HOSPICE SERVICES
 
 
Request Services:  (719) 309-4719  |  Open:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-FridayWalk-In services at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital  |  Medical Arts Building1925 E. Orman Ave., Suite 156 Pueblo, CO  81004
 
 
Veterans Voice Pueblo
Fridays at 9:00 A.M.  on  KTSC 89.5 FM
Stream Live Here
 
Cassime (keh-SEEM) Joseph is leading our expansion to the Pueblo market as host of the Veterans Voice Pueblo radio broadcast and podcast.  He is an Army veteran and student at CSU Pueblo majoring in mass communications with an emphasis on multimedia journalism; operations director for CSU Pueblo's media department and the KTSC 89.5 FM radio station; feature writer and photo journalist for school's The Today newspaper; president of the Student Veterans of America CSU Pueblo chapter and an active member of the Black Student Union.
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 
 

Honoring Woman Warriors, New Ways to Get Vets Hired and More

In this edition of Veterans Voice, an Honor Flight for women warriors; honoring Pat Tillman's memory by helping both the homeless and Veterans in need; a new L.I.N.K. between Veterans and jobs, and a healthcare provider staffing to better serve Veterans!
 
 
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WOMEN'S FLIGHT
DONATE TO HONOR FLIGHT
 
 
REGISTER TO RUN HERE!
 
 
TO REGISTER FOR L.I.N.K. OR GET MORE HIRING EVENT INFO
ContactMark Smith at 719-309-4724 or marksmith@mtcarmelcenter.org
 
 
 
GET OPTUM CARE IN COLORADO
 
ABOUT DR. HARPER  |  ABOUT DR. JULSON  |  ABOUT DR. MACMANAMAN
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 
 
 

How a 17 Year Old is Helping Fill a Food Pantry

Seventeen year old James Irwin Charter School honor student, Janelle Rivera, is leading a five-school drive to fill Mt. Carmel's nearly empty food pantry and Hope Closet with food, clothing and toys.  The Lets Give Back event is being hosted by Mt. Carmel April 15, and will feature the treat of lunch for those who donate!

Meeting Emergency Needs, Offering Better Lives and Social Workers Saving the Day

In this episode, a Veteran Marine leading Citizen Soldier Connection is meeting emergency needs for Veterans.  A successful Army Veteran, auto dealership manager and Mt. Carmel board member is offering a better life for former military, and Mt. Carmel’s “army” of social workers are at the ready! 
 
 
REQUEST CITZEN SOLDIER CONNECTION SERVICES
DONATE TO CSC
 
 
 
PHIL LONG KIA JOBS
 
 
 
 
REQUEST MILITARY, VETERAN AND FAMILY SERVICESCALL:  719-309-4752
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services. 

Pat Tillman Honor Run 2023

The Tillman Honor Run is held in honor of the late Pat Tillman, Army Ranger and player for the Arizona State Cardinals.  Funds raised and items donated go to support those without homes, Veterans in need and more!  In this podcast, V2X's Julie Kavanaugh and Mark Collins - who serves as the Run Captain for Colorado Springs - have the details!
 
REGISTER TO RUN HERE!
 
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 
 
 

A Win-Win Fundraiser to Support Veterans

During the month of April, this very generous business owner is donating $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help fuel Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center's mission of supporting  Veterans and the military connected community!  Details are in the podcast!
 
 
 
SUPPORT VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED FAMILIES!CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY(719) 299-0927
During the month of April, when you work with Top Notch Turf, owner Nick Byard will donate $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help Mt. Carmel support Veterans and military connected families!
 
 
TOP NOTCH TURF GALLERY
Images Courtesy of Top Notch Turf
 
 
SUPPORT VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED FAMILIES!CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY(719) 299-0927
During the month of April, when you work with Top Notch Turf, owner Nick Byard will donate $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help Mt. Carmel support Veterans and military connected families!    
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 
 

Homes, New VA Benefits, Art Therapy and Pickleball for Veterans

In this edition of the Veterans Voice, 719 Heroes and Operation StepUp finding homes for homeless Veterans; with the P.A.C.T. Act now law, the VA is coming through with new and better benefits for warriors; Colorado College's Bemis School of Art is bringing Veterans together with the arts for healing and a pickleball battle royale fundraiser for Veterans!
 
 
Learn More About Operation Step Up
 
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.