On Jan. 20, Chris Blauvelt and his wife visited Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Lodge #2855 to thank the Veterans Committee for their contributions and efforts in raising $5,500 from a dinner and show, which was allocated to the home being built for them by Homes For Our Troops. The organization builds specially adapted custom homes for injured veterans to enable them to rebuild their lives. The lodge was one of many organizations that contributed funds to help build his special home.
Pictured are Chris Blauvelt and his wife (fifth and sixth from right) with members from the Veterans Committee.