Honoring Veterans & First Responders Who Continue to Serve
The 6th Annual Heroes Among Awards, a program of Bethany’s Gait Ranch, honor those who have served in uniform and continue to give back through volunteering in the Quad Cities area. There are five categories for honoring heroes: military (active, reserve or veteran), first responder (any agency; active or retired), military spouse, first responder spouse, and organization. Nominations related to those who are volunteering with organizations serving military, first responders, and/or horses are especially encouraged but not required.
THE AWARDS
Sponsors and auction items are also being sought for the event. Businesses and individuals who are interested in being part of this special event should contact Cristi Rose at 928-499-9442 or crose@bethanysgait.org
Nominations accepted June 1 – August 18
2023 HONOREES
Lt Col David “Weirdo” Weir Military Award #1 – Charlie Koon, USAF Veteran
Lt Col David “Weirdo” Weir Military Award #2 – George Morse, USAF Veteran
Sgt Rick Lopez First Responder Award #1 – Paige LeForte, Spectrum Crisis Intervention
Sgt. Rick Lopez First Responder Award #2 – John Hanna, Prescott PD
Delissa Gardner Blair Military Spouse Award – Catherine Koon, USAF Spouse
First Responder Spouse Award – April Hepperle, Prescott Valley PD Spouse
Organization Award – Mike & Angie Boitnott, Veteran Crane Construction