Detroit veterans in need will be much warmer this winter with the support of Gary Hoey and the Detroit Veterans Center, a project of the Michigan Veterans Foundation. The two are teaming up along with Hockeytown Café to make an impact in the lives of local veterans by collecting winter clothing during performances of Gary Hoey's "Ho Ho Hoey's Rockin' Holiday Show" at the City Theatre on Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7.
Fans are encouraged to bring items for donation with them to the City Theatre when they arrive for the show. Items needed for women and men include: coats, gloves, scarves, hats, sweaters, long johns, socks and boots. Those who donate will receive a coupon for 20 percent off a meal (Alcohol not included) at Hockeytown Café. According to the Michigan Veterans Foundation (MVF), an average of one-third of America's homeless are veterans, yet veterans only make up approximately eight percent of the population. This means that on any given night, as many as 250,000 veterans are living on the streets or in shelters. MVF's main project is the Detroit Veterans Center, which offers transitional housing and resources to help homeless veterans get back on their feet. Some of the resources the center provides include life skills and employment training, healthcare services, support groups (including PTSD), legal assistance, hot meals and clothing. For more information on the Detroit Veteran's Center and the services it provides, visit www.michiganveteransfoundation.org/index.html.Videos