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TRINITY OAKS THE
newsletter
2014 YEAR IN REVIEW:
See where your donations went and
all the lives impacted
2-3 2014 Year in Review
7
4-6 2014 Update
How to Get Involved
8 Upcoming Events
Our Mission: To take what we have been given and give back to make a difference in the lives of others.
Our Vision: To use hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities as a platform to share with our youth, to show appreciation for our veterans, and to nourish our neighbors in need.
Giving back to make a difference in the lives of others...
TRINITY OAKS
YEAR IN REVIEW
Thanks to you, 2014 was a very successful year for
Trinity Oaks. We hit many milestones and are proud to
announce the continued expansion of our programs in
the coming year. Here are a few of our favorite highlights
from 2014.
2014
Hitting all Our Goals:
IMPACTED 189 HEROES
Our veterans have sacrificed so much for this country. In 2014, 189 of our nation’s heroes, including Purple Heart veterans from World War 2, Vietnam and the recent wars participated events in 5 states, Canada & Africa. Each event was aimed at not only thanking our men and women in arms but at providing a fun and therapeutic experience in nature too. These events harvested many animals that the veterans were able to take home to their families and/or donate to our local partners.
COMPLETE PROCESSING PLANT
Lots of exciting things happening at the
Trinity Oaks Meat Processing Plant..
One of our goals in 2014 was to expand
the processing plant to handle additional
volume. Because of donations received
we were able to construct a 20x30 walk-
in freezer and a 20x30 walk-in cooler.
We also completed a project for a secure
parking lot that house all of the Trinity
Oaks vehicles and trailers.
Trinity Oaks had the opportunity to impact countless lives by supporting more than 50 other Outreach Organizations.
IMPACTED LIVES
MENTORED 357 YOUTH
At Trinity Oaks, we wholeheartedly believe in the importance of outdoor experiences. In 2014, 358 youth participants were positively influenced by hunting, fishing, and other outdoor experiences! From learning how to track and hunt game, to baiting a hook and catching a fish, children of all ages learned about the beauty and importance of God’s great outdoors. Safety is a top priority at Trinity Oaks and our H2O youth programs. We encourage all youth participants to take Hunter’s Education, CPR, first aid and survival skills. Our goal with the youth is to get them off the couch and out in the woods and on the water. Many life lessons can be taught in the field and can be used throughout their lives. Your support helped us reach our goals!
From local food shelves and charitable organizations, to orphanages in Mexico, the generous donations from Trinity Oaks participants and members of the community we were able to process and deliver over 500,000 healthy meals to those in need.
100,320 LBS OF MEAT DISTRIBUTED
GRANTED DREAM HUNTS
Arranged youth and adult dream hunts for those terminally ill, battling serious disease, and the physically challenged.
THANKS TO ALL OUR DONORS, BIG & SMALL, EVERY CONTRIBUTION MAKES A DIFFERENCE
HEROES CELEBRATED The events are just as much about the hunting and fishing as it
is about showing our humble appreciation and immense
respect for these brave men and women. Through adaptive
methods, such as Trinity Oaks’ Action Trackchair (a
customized, all-terrain wheelchair on tracks), veterans can
move beyond physical limitations to enjoy hunting and fishing
with increased mobility and independence. Trinity Oaks
understands that not all injuries are physical and often host
veterans who are dealing with PTSD and other mental
traumas. In 2014 we held vents in Texas, New Mexico,
British Colombia, Maine, Wyoming and Namibia, Africa.
2nd ANNUAL UNDER THE OAKS GALA With Capt. Chad Fleming (RET) as a guest speaker and entertainment by Thom Shepherd & Coley McCabe how could the night not be a success? We got to honor our Man of the Year, David Gaither and present The Lt. Paul Silber Award to SFC Greg Stube (RET). With your help, Trinity Oaks raised over $185,000!! DON’T MISS THIS YEAR’S GALA, SAVE THE
DATE FOR: SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2015
2014 DREAM HUNTS
The hunting or fishing is a major part of any Trinity Oaks’
Dream Trip, but the simple time creating happy memories
around an evening campfire is just as important for the afflicted
participant and their family. An outside spectator, without the
knowledge of participant’s condition and backstory, would look
around the fire and see normalcy… The outsider would see a
happy family — and that is what we all see too, even if it was
just an evening, there was no talk of sickness, doctors, or the
future.
For full stories on these Dream Hunts and the participants please visit our website: www.Trinityoaks.org
2013 Accomplishments:
Distributed 75,000 pounds of meat to those in need, this represents 350,000 individual meals.
Finished Construction on Paige's Place
Mentored 250 youth thru H2O - our youth hunting, fishing, and outdoor education programs.
Impacted countless lives by supporting more than 35 other outreach organizations programs with our resources
Directly impacted the lives of more than 100 of our nation’s Military Heroes.
Completed Dream Hunts for youth and adults that are terminally Ill, battling serious disease, and the physically challenged
2014 Accomplishments:
Distributed 100,320 pounds of game meat to those in need, representing 500,000 individual meals
Mentored 357 youth thru H2O - our youth hunting, fishing, and outdoor education programs
Impacted countless lives by supporting more than 50 other outreach organizations programs with
our resources
Directly impacted the lives of 189 of our nation’s Military Heroes
Completed Dream Hunts for youth and adults that are terminally Ill, battling serious disease, and
the physically challenged
Began expanding processing plant to handle additional volume
Completed several phases of the Guadalupe River Camp
2013 & 2014 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
DISTRIBUTE over 125,000 pounds of meat, representing 625,000 individual meals
MENTOR over 500 youth thru H2O
SUPPORT more outreach programs with our resources
IMPACT the lives of more than 250 of our nation’s Military heroes
GRANT Dream Hunts for terminally ill, battling serious disease, and the physically challenged
COMPLETE expansion of processing plant to handle additional volume
COMPLETE several phases of the Guadalupe River Camp
2015 GOALWITH YOUR HELP
Trinity Oaks believes with education and proper initiation of youth we must teach the cultural and aesthetic pleasures necessary to cement the next generation to hunting and fishing.
H2O YOUTH PROGRAM
Trinity Oaks supporters believe that simply spending time outdoors and the camaraderie around a campfire creates some of our fondest memories — let’s share that with others!
Every dollar of your contribution to Trinity Oaks is devoted exclusively to strengthening our shared mission. Thank you!
Donate by Check Please make check payable to Trinity Oaks, and mail to 9385 Miller Lane, San Antonio, TX, 78266
Planned Giving Please consult your tax advisor if you are interested in helping to sustain Trinity Oaks’ programs through Planned Giving. Should you or your tax advisor have any questions, contact us at [email protected] and we’ll gladly assist you through the process.
Venison Donation To schedule a pick up or drop off time at our San Antonio facility, please call or text Chuck Byrge at 1(210)415-4638 our meat processing and distribution manager.
In-Kind Support & Volunteering Do you have land we can bring veterans or youth to hunt on? Do you have surplus products or services that you or your company would like to give?
Items such as commercial kitchen equipment, trucks, ATVs,
9385 MILLER LANE SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78266 210-447-0351 WWW.TRINITYOAKS.ORG [email protected]
TRINITY OAKS ADVISORY BOARD
Founders: Tom & Nona Snyder Blake Barnett
Kevin Callender Ryan Cantu
Garrett George
Jeff Green Jonathon Hines
David Lewis Kyle Lindsey
Shawn Osborne Tim Thomason
Guadalupe River Camp Executive
Director: Kenneth Holder Processing Plant Manager: Chuck Byrge
HOW TO GET
INVOLVED Giving back to make a difference in the lives of others.
All donations will be made to Trinity Oaks entity that is a Texas based nonprofit corporation and is registered as a 501(c)(3) entity in the United States. Accordingly, your donation is a tax deductible as permitted by law. Thank you for your contribution!
hunting and fishing gear, building materials are always needed. Please enquire at [email protected] if you have something in-kind that you’d like to donate.
We are always looking for help; please contact us if you would like to donate your time or talent!
SIGHTS SET YOUR
On Upcoming Events!
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: TrinityOaks.org DON’T FORGET TO LIKE US ON FACEBOOK: facebook.com/TrinityOaks.org FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @TrinityOaks1 READ OUR BLOG: TrinityOaks.wordpress.com
9385 MILLER LN
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78266
210.447.0351
WWW.TRINITYOOAKS.ORG
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January 15-18
Dallas Safari Convention
Dallas
January 20-23
SHOT Show & Conference
Las Vegas
January 23-25
Houston Safari Club Convention
Houston
February 4-7
SCI Convention
Las Vegas
February 23
Advisory Board Meeting
March 12-14
Centers for Children and Families
Paige’s Place - Port Mansfield, TX
March 30 Advisory Board Meeting
April
Annual Women’s Hero Celebration
April 27
Advisory Board Meeting
June 5
2nd Annual Shot for our Military
Heroes
Greater Houston Gun Club
June 15 Hunting for Birdies Golf Tournament
Dominion Country Club
June 12-14
Centers for Children and Families
Paige’s Place - Port Mansfield, TX
June 29 Advisory Board Meeting
July 28
Advisory Board Meeting
August 22
2nd Annual Under the Oaks Gala
Leon Springs Dance Hall
August 25
Advisory Board Meeting
September 28
Advisory Board Meeting
April
Annual Men’s Hero Celebration
October 27
Advisory Board Meeting
November 7
Centers for Children and Families
Paige’s Place - Port Mansfield, TX
Weekly Oct 1st - Dec 2nd, 2014
Military & Youth Deer Hunts
October 12 - 16
Annual Men’s Hero Celebration
El Sauz Ranch
TBD
Hero Celebration
Africa
TBD
Annual Mule Deer Hunt
New Mexico
TBD
Annual White Tail Hunt
East Texas
TBD
Youth Duck & Quail Hunt
El Sauz