Fundraisers

4KidzSports Outfitting Military Kids in Need

A Marine on a mission, Michael "Sherm" Sherman went from high school to college, the Marines and from there to the insurance industry where he worked unfulfilled for years.  Sherm saw an acute need in the military connected community among families for equipment to get their kids into sports.  That's when 4KidzSports was born.  
 
LEARN MORE HERE  |  DONATE HERE
 
CONTACT SHERM: E:  sherm@4kidzsports.orgD:  720.436.4026
 
 
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 Disc Golf Tournament Fundraiser for Everyone!

You don't need to be an "Arnold" or a "Tiger" to play disc golf.  You do need to want to have a lot of fun for $25 bucks and to help Veterans!  The big disc golf tournament and fundraiser is Sunday, February 26! All the details are in the podcast and on the flier!    

Jacob Christopher, Boots, Bubbles and Bourbon

In this Special to the Veterans Voice, a visit with the featured performer at Boot's Bubbles and Bourbon, Jacob  Christopher.  Honor Flight of Southern Colorado is hosting a night to celebrate women Veterans and help fund their upcoming flight to commemorate the critical roles they played during times of war.  
 
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE
 
 
 
DONATE TO HONOR FLIGHT
  
 
 
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.     
 
 
 

Boots, Bubbles and Bourbon for Honor Flight

In this Special to the Veterans Voice, a little cutting loose to honor lifetimes of service.  Honor Flight of Southern Colorado presents Boots, Bubbles and Bourbon, a night to celebrate women Veterans and help fund their upcoming flight to commemorate the critical roles they played during times of war.  Honor Flight's Cindy Long and Barbara Harris share a few touching stories and invite you to help keep them going!
 
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE
 
 
 
Featuring Country Music Performer, Jacob Christopher Listen to Jacob Here  |  Book the Band
 
 
DONATE TO HONOR FLIGHT
  
 
 
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.     
 
 
 

On KRDO - A Salute to Heroes!

On KRDO - Sal Katz, Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Pueblo's operations manager, was recently interviewed by KRDO Newsradio's Dan Cochell about the upcoming Salute to Heroes event in Pueblo!

On KCME - A Toast to Veterans with Keith Simon

KCME's Keith Simon talks with A Toast to Veterans co-emcees, Bob McLaughlin and Linda Weise, about kicking off the new year with a Monte Carlo-themed charity fundraiser complete with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, ballroom dancing, a silent auction, and an evening full of casino-style entertainment! 
January 7, 2023  |  City Auditorium
BUY TICKETS  |  BID ON AUCTION ITEMS
6:00PM Cocktails, Danding, Hors D'oeuvers and Silent Auction 
 6:30PM - Welcome & Toast: Linda Weiss, Ret. Col. Robert McLaughlin
6:30PM - Tables Open; Roulette, Blackjack, Craps, & Texas Hold'em 
 8:30PM - SILENT AUCTION CLOSE
9:00PM - Event Close
Cocktail Attire Encouraged!
 
 
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 for Heroes, Saluting Heroes and Helping Them Stay Healthy

Carrie Lukins and Preston Smith of 719 Heroes are working hard to house veterans.  Mt. Carmel's Pueblo operations manager, Sal Katz, is positioning his team to grow and expand their range of services and getting ready for a Salute to Heroes.  New Mt. Carmel partner, Oak Street Health's, Rob Parish, explains the advantages to veterans of managed care style health care.  Be James Bond for a night and a cause, and much more in this week's edition of Veterans Voice! 

On KRDO - Bob McLaughlin on A Toast to Veterans

Mt. Carmel executive director, Bob McLaughlin, recently spoke with KRDO's Afternoon News anchor, Dan Cochell, to talk about A Toast to Veterans, an evening of fun, glamour and James Bond style glitz!
A TOAST TO VETERANS "Monte Carlo Night"  
January 7, 2023  |  City Auditorium
BUY TICKETS  |  BID ON AUCTION ITEMS
6:00PM Cocktails, Danding, Hors D'oeuvers & Silent Auction 
 6:30PM - Welcome & Toast: Linda Weiss, Ret Col Robert McLaughlin
6:30PM - Tables Open; Roulette, Blackjack, Craps, & Texas Hold'em 
 8:30PM - SILENT AUCTION CLOSE
9:00PM - Event Close
Cocktail Attire Encouraged!
 
 
 
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.
 
 

Operation Christmas Giving Back 2022 a Success!

Several years ago, Sara Berberrette and her son began a journey of giving.  With the help of her then seven year old Isaiah, Sara started baking cookies and taking donations for them.  They used the money to buy Christmas toys for military families.  They've worked hard and 2022 has been a breakout year for Operation Christmas Giving back!  In this podcast, Sara shares her story of success and talks about big plans for the future!
 
 
Follow OCGB on FacebookBuy Your Munchkies Cookies Here (10% of Profits go to OCGB)
Donate on Venmo:  @operationchristmasgivingbackDonate at PayPal:  @operationchristmasgi
Contact Sara:  operationchristmasgivingback@hotmail.com
 
   
 
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 Red Carpet Toast to Veterans

A TOAST TO VETERANS "Monte Carlo Night"  
January 7, 2023  |  City Auditorium
BUY TICKETS  |  BID ON AUCTION ITEMS
 6:00PM Cocktails, Dancing, Hors D'oeuvers & Silent Auction 
 6:30PM - Welcome & Toast: Linda Weiss, Ret Col Robert McLaughlin
6:30PM - Tables Open; Roulette, Blackjack, Craps, & Texas Hold'em 
 8:30PM - SILENT AUCTION CLOSE
9:00PM - Event Close
 
Cocktail Attire Encouraged!
 
 
 
 
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.
 
 

Cookies for Toys and Help for Veterans and Families Over the Holidays

In this "Best-Of" podcast, the touching story of a young boy and his mom who formed a non-profit around getting donations for home made cookies and using the money to buy toys for kids.  Then, the holidays can make a veteran or military connected family feel a lot of things, not all of them good.  Mt. Carmel's Military, Veterans and Family Services, and Behavioral Health teams are at the ready with help you might need. 
 
 
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.

Vets Voice Expanding to Pueblo, the Art of Soap, Philanthropy and More

 
In this podcast you'll meet Cassime Joseph, newest member of the Veterans Voice team.  He's leading our expansion in to Pueblo.  Then, a veteran teaching veterans to make soap as a means of healing.  You'll learn about The Empty Stocking Fund's efforts on behalf of Mt. Carmel and how you can help.  And finally, a veteran owned, veteran friendly business with job openings you'll want to hear about!
 
 
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.
 
 

Wreaths Across America Day December 17!

 
Wreaths Across America Day is December 17.  A day Wreaths Across America's Joe Reagan will tell you is for remembering, showing gratitude and turning out to help lay wreaths on the graves of the many who gave their all.  In this podcast, Joe shares the Wreaths story, tells a couple of his own and has an ask of you.  As you'll learn, your sponsorship of wreaths will have a profound impact.
Sponsor Wreaths HereEnter:  "Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center (CO0243P)  |  170567"if you'd like a portion of your sponsorship dollars to support our mission.
 
 
Veterans Voice on Wreaths Across America Radio
Thursdays 10:00 A.M. Eastern; Saturdays 8:00 A.M. Eastern; Sundays 6:00 P.M. Eastern
Stream Live 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.
 
 

One Donation, 20 Agencies, a Whole Community Served

 
Founded in 1984, the Empty Stocking Fund is fueling the charitable work of 20 agencies around the Pikes Peak Region that in turn impact more than 350,000 lives every year.  In this podcast, executive director of the Gazette Charities Foundation, Deb Mahan, explains how every dollar you give provides $1.50 in assistance and that no donation is too small. 

Veterans and Military Families Appreciation Month

 
November is National Veterans and Military Families Appreciation Month.  In this podcast, Phil Long Dealership's Executive Vice President and Partner, Kevin Shaughnessy, explains what's behind the company's veteran-friendly culture and why they're making a donation of up to $100,000 to Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center.

Operation Christmas Giving Back in Full Swing

 
Sara and Isaiah Berberette co-founded Operation Christmas Giving Back when Isaiah was just 7 years old.  At the age of 16, he is partners with his mom in their 501(C)3 and use the money they raise from donations in exchange for Sara's freshly baked Munchkies Cookies® to buy hundreds, sometimes thousands, of toys to give to kids who might not otherwise have a Christmas.

KCME’s Keith Simon and The Hennessy 6’s Sean Hennessy on One Simple Voice

 
Keith Simon  |  KCME Operations Director Weekday Afternoon Host, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
KCME's Keith Simon visited with The Hennessy 6's (TH6) Sean Hennessy on the partnership between Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and TH6 in support of One Simple Voice.  A November 17, jazz concert will feature The Hennessy 6 performing a "Sacred Spiritual Journey of Jazz" at City Auditorium featuring all original arrangements.  
Tickets are $25 and Available Here
Sean Schafer Hennessy  |  The Hennessy 6
 

OPTUM at the Ready, COMCAST Has Jobs, and More!

The full hour of Veterans Voice is here!  In this edition, OPTUM Colorado docs on how easy it is to get the care you need.  COMCAST is ready with internet connectivity for the community and jobs for veterans.  Pikes Peak United Way is opening its Family Resource Center and the touching story of how Will's Hope began, why they're committed to helping veterans heal and how they do it.

One Simple Voice, One Simple Mission

 
Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and The Hennessy 6 have partnered to raise funds for One Simple Voice.   The November 17, jazz concert will feature The Hennessy 6 performing a "Sacred Spiritual Journey of Jazz" at City Auditorium featuring all original compositions.  In this podcast, Sean Schafer Hennessy talks about One Simple Voice and the mission they are on to help those they serve to reconnect with their spirituality.
Tickets are $25 and Available 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.

Musician on a Mission

Though he hasn't served himself, country singer, Jacob Christopher, is one of ten adoptees all raised single-handedly by a woman who is a  Navy veteran.  He once asked her how she managed it.  She credits the military with instilling the discipline an confidence she needed.  Now Jacob is on a mission to give back.  He's performing two live shows on Veterans Day and asking for your donations to help fuel Mt. Carmel's programs.  The full story is in the podcast!

Connecting with Veterans through Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America’s Mobile Education Exhibit is coming to the upper lot at Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs this Sunday, October 16, and opens at 10:00 A.M.  The exhibit is interactive and will have staff on hand to explain the mission, teach the history and tell the story of Wreaths Across America and the veterans they are established to honor.
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 Wreaths Across America Event to Remember

Special to the Veterans Voice, a Wreaths Across America day to remember and honor those who served and gave all.  Join Wreaths Across America at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Sunday, October 16, when the Mobile Education Exhibit will be on full display with staff on hand to explain the mission, teach the history and tell the story.   

The 2nd Annual SausageFest!

Special to the Veterans Voice, the 2nd Annual SausageFest!  Mark your calendar and make room in your stomach for Saturday, October 8.  Sample sausages from all across Colorado.  Vote for your favorite.  Support Mt. Carmel.  Enjoy cold beer, great music and lots of fun from Noon - 6:00 P.M.  Solsage Food Truck's Bri Naylor has all the details!

Octane & Iron Car Show September 17!

Special to the Veterans Voice, September 12, 2022 -  the 2nd Annual Octane & Iron Car Show is coming to Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Saturday September 17!  Come for the cars, stay for the food, music and fun from noon to 4:00 P.M.!