ALL CONTRIBUTIONS FOR OUR DISABLED VETERANS PROGRAM WILL BE USED TO PROVIDE SERVICE DOG GEAR FOR DISABLED VETERANS IN NEED AT NO COST TO THEM
Here is How it Works
Every contribution collected will be added to a pot. Once that pot reaches $300.00, a random Veteran who has signed up & has been approved for our program will be selected to receive their gear for their Service Dog. They will be able to pick and customize that gear according to their needs.
If the amount of gear that is needed exceeds the $300.00 allotment, Koda Dog Training & Gear by Pup-Cessories Crafts will cover the additional cost.
If the amount of gear needed is less than the $300.00 allotment, the funds that are not used go back into the pot for the next drawing.
TRANSPARANCY
On this page (below) there will be a running total chart info. graphic and a list of all donations that come in. On the list of contributions, we will list the following:
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The date the contribution was made
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The name of the person who made the contribution, (an entry of "Anonymous" will be substituted for those who do not wish to be named)
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The amount in $$ that was contributed
Selection of a WINNER!
All winners will be selected through a digital wheel randomizer app. where all veterans that are signed up for our program will be listed. The drawing itself will be screen recorded and posted for all to see. The video will remain on the site until it is time to draw the next winner.
FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO CONTRIBUTE
Contributing is simple. Click on the button above that will open a page where you can chose how much to contribute.
Once your contribution comes through, you will see the "Contribution List" below updated with your information. Please allow up to 24 hours for your contribution to appear on the contribution list.
VETERANS WHO WANT TO SIGN UP
Signing up is simple. Click on the button above that will take you to our contact page. Fill out the contact form with your information. That will provide us with the opportunity to connect and ask for more information.
What Do You Need To Provide To Qualify For Our Program?
In order to qualify for our program you will need to provide proof of service, such as:
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Full Name
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If you do not want to use your real name on the drawing, provide an Alias
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Full Address
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Phone Number
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Email Address
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Provide your dogs breed, age, weight, and tasks the dog performs for you
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DD214 form and/or Military ID Card (email it to info@pupcessoriescrafts.com)
CONTRIBUTIONS INFO. GRAPHIC
CONTRIBUTION LIST
LATEST WINNER
OUR FIRST DVP WINNER IS "SCARLETT"
Honoring Our First Disabled Veteran: A Story of Strength, Service, and the Healing Power of a Dog Named Memphis
We are deeply honored to share the story of a remarkable veteran and her devoted service dog, Memphis. Their journey together is one of perseverance, healing, and unwavering strength.
In 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, she reached out to New Hope Assistance Dogs for help. She was searching for more than a dog—she was seeking hope and stability in the midst of serious physical and mental health challenges stemming from her military service. That October, Memphis entered her life and became far more than a service dog. He became her light in the darkest moments, offering her a renewed sense of purpose and companionship that continues to guide her today.
Because of Memphis, she found the courage to move forward, even choosing to return to school to pursue a degree in a field she’s deeply passionate about. Her resilience is extraordinary, and we are so grateful to witness how much this partnership has empowered her to reclaim her life.
Her gear, customized to reflect both her medical and accessibility needs, will not only assist her in public by helping others understand how to support her when she’s in crisis—it will also help her move through the world with greater confidence, safety, and dignity.
Before joining the military, she had dreams of a career in law enforcement. With the guidance of her father, a former police officer, she instead pursued military service and completed her basic training in Cape May, New Jersey. Unfortunately, her service came with profound challenges. While we honor her request not to share specific details, we want to acknowledge the immense courage it took to endure repeated trauma during her time on base, and the strength it required to rebuild her life after an honorable discharge.
Even today, the weight of that experience remains with her. Yet in spite of all she has faced, she has continued to move forward—with integrity, with grace, and with Memphis by her side.
We are profoundly grateful to stand alongside her on this journey and to support her and Memphis as they continue building a life of independence, purpose, and healing. Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the incredible bond between a service dog and their handler.
Thank you, from all of us, for your service—and for allowing us to be a small part of your story.
