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Shelter to Soldier 'Be the Light' Gala

Shelter to Soldier 'Be the Light' Gala
Shelter to Soldier
Shelter to Soldier 'Be the Light' Gala
Friday, August 14, 2026 from 6 PM to 10 PM
USS Midway Museum
N/A
$500

Shelter to Soldier, a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 Veterans suffering from invisible wounds, will host their 14th Annual "Be the Light" Gala on August 14 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The USS Midway Museum (910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101).  

Hosted on the Flight Deck overlooking San Diego Bay, the evening will bring together community leaders, supporters, veterans, and service dog teams for a night of inspiration and impact. Guests will enjoy beer, wine, specialty cocktails and small bites, a three-course dinner, live musical entertainment, exclusive event gifts, and an exciting silent and live auction emceed by Clint Bell. Throughout the evening, attendees will hear firsthand stories from Veterans whose lives have been transformed through the companionship and support of Shelter to Soldier service dogs. 

As the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year, proceeds from the "Be the Light" Gala play a vital role in sustaining Shelter to Soldier’s programs year-round, including its psychiatric service dog training program for post-9/11 Veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and other service-related challenges as well as survivors of Military Sexual Trauma (MST). 

Key sponsors include Mission Moment Sponsor C.W. Driver, Gold Sponsor Avion Law, National Anthem Sponsor Goodrich Family Foundation, Silver Sponsors UNITE Hair and TCW Global, and Bronze Sponsors Sycuan Casino Resort, Vulcan Materials Company, and Pegasus – among others. 

   
For more information about tickets, table reservations, and sponsorships, please visit bit.ly/STSGala14

   
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About Shelter to Soldier:  

Shelter to Soldier is a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and/or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active-duty military, veterans, first responders, and Gold Star Families. The Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, provide visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans, and their families through community engagement. For more information, please visit https://www.sheltertosoldier.org/.  

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Event Supported By

Shelter to Soldier
heather@sheltertosoldier.org

USS Midway Museum

910 North Harbor Dr.
San Diego, California 92101
619-544-9600

Experience Life at Sea Without Leaving Port! Imagine experiencing life at sea aboard one of America’s longest-serving aircraft carriers. Visitors to the USS Midway Museum enter a floating city at sea and walk in the footsteps of 225,000 Midway sailors who served our country and upheld the American ideals of strength, freedom and peace. The USS Midway Museum is an unforgettable adventure for the entire family. Guests can spend the day exploring more than 60 exhibits with a collection of 25 restored aircrafts. The self-guided audio tour, narrated by Midway, sailors brings the carriers history to life. Those who dare can "take to the sky" aboard one of three flight simulators. General Admission: Buy General Admission Tickets online $20 Adults (18+) $17 Seniors (62+) $15 Students (13-17 or w/ college ID) $10 Retired Military (with valid ID) $10 Youth (ages 6-12) Complimentary Admission: Children 5 years old or younger Active-duty military personnel (including Reservists) with valid ID (daytime admission only) Group & Docent Tour Information

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