Nacogdoches Hero Foundation
Who we are
Foundation Board Members
Each of our board members have a true passion for supporting our local community of Veterans, Active-Duty Military, and First Responders. Whether they have served themselves or have family members who have served, their dedication to this foundation is immeasurable.
Our Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide comprehensive support and resources to Nacogdoches County veterans, first responders, and their families; honoring their service and fostering community appreciation for their sacrifice.
Nacogdoches Hero Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
We are honored to ensure all proceeds stay in Nacogdoches County serving our local Heroes.
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Fourth Annual Banquet
4th Annual Hero Banquet November 5th, 2026 Nacogdoches County Exposition & Civic Center.
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Old Town Rig Down is almost here! ✨
September 11th & 12th, Old Town Rig Down is taking over Historic Downtown Nacogdoches with incredible show trucks, live music, food, vendors, and the can’t-miss after-dark truck light show!
But Old Town Rig Down is about so much more than the trucks. ❤️ Not only do the net proceeds go right back into our community to support local nonprofits, but this event also brings thousands of visitors from across the United States to Nacogdoches—giving them a chance to experience our town, eat at our restaurants, shop our local businesses, and see what makes the oldest town in Texas so special.
When you support Old Town Rig Down, you’re supporting local causes, local businesses, AND helping put Nacogdoches on the map. 🙌
📍 Historic Downtown Nacogdoches
📅 September 11–12, 2026
🎟️ FREE & family-friendly
Come out, bring the family, and support an event that gives so much back to Nacogdoches. We’ll see y’all at Old Town Rig Down! 🚛🖤
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Just over two weeks to go! ⛳🇺🇸
Mark your calendars — the 5th Annual Veterans & First Responders Golf Tournament is almost here, and it's one you don't want to miss.
🗓️ September 11, 2026
📍 Woodland Hills Golf Club | Nacogdoches, TX
⛳ Shotgun Start: 7:30 AM & 1:00 PM
Registration is $700 per team and includes green fees, lunch, player gifts, and drinks. Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams.
Every dollar goes directly to local veterans and first responders through the Nacogdoches Hero Foundation and The American Legion Post 86.
A big thank-you to Eaton for hosting this year's tournament and making it all possible. 🙌
Spots are limited — don't wait. Register now at NacogdochesHeroFoundation.org or call:
📞 Cameron Caudle: 936.553.3242
📞 Lori Velek: 936.553.1385
📞 Scott Iguess: 936.675.3151
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Fourteen days. Three fires. One dedicated crew. 🇺🇸
Today, August 18th, marks the final working day of a two-week deployment for our Nacogdoches Fire & Rescue crew, who answered the call as part of TIFMAS Strike Team 184 (Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System) — alongside engines from Lufkin, Texarkana, Smith County ESD2, and Longview.
Since deploying on August 4th, they’ve fought the Bear Hollow Fire near Jacksboro (~900 acres), the Cardinal Fire in Henrietta (~110 acres), and the Bufford Creek Fire (~3,025 acres) between Graham and Breckenridge.
We want to recognize our Nacogdoches crew: Sean Black, Brad Barnes, Josh Southerland, and Garret Lowery led by Strike Team Leader Jason Tobias.
These are the neighbors who leave home and head straight toward the fire to protect people they’ve never met. Thank you for your service, gentlemen, we’ll be glad to have you back home soon.
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