Moving Forward. Giving Back.
Valued Veterans Committee focuses on local veterans
Dunnellon Moose Lodge 2308's Valued Veterans Committee continues to impact local veterans throughout the local area and region. In the last month, they have donated to three non-profit organizations that are focused on assisting veterans in need and preventing veteran suicide.
Jose Becerra, president of the Valued Veterans Committee at Dunnellon Moose Lodge 2308, presented a $300 check to Richard Floyd, president of the Citrus County Veterans Coalition, in support local veterans and their families. The committee also donated food items for the Coalition’s food pantry.
Charlie Zittle, Vice President of DML Valued Veterans, Richard Floyd, President of Citrus County Veterans Coalition, and Jose Becerra, President of DML Valued Veterans, are pictured together in front of pantry items. PHOTO BY FLOYD BLODGETT. June 2025
Fostering Hope
Last week, K9 Partners for Patriots founder Mary Peters accepted a donation from Dunnellon Moose Lodge 2308 Valued Veterans committee members Jose Becerra and Charlie Zittle as shown in this photo. According to their website (k9partnersforpatriots.com), K9 Partners for Patriots is dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and fostering hope for those battling PTSD, TBI, and MST. Through the unique bond formed while training their service dogs, we guide veterans from self-doubt to renewed confidence, promoting mental wellness through in-house counseling and reconnection in a supportive community. PHOTO BY FLOYD BLODGETT. June 2025
Helping Veterans in Need
Valued Veterans committee members Jose Becarra, Charlie Zittle, and Don Short, presented a check for $300 to Joe's Restaurant owner Joanne Donnelly to help with expenses associated with meals that are cooked once a week for a Veterans Camp. Tom Brice, owner of Operation Breakfast, was included in the presentation. Meals are delivered by Faith Farms. More information about this project will be included in next week's email. PHOTO BY FLOYD BLODGETT. June 2025