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Nacogdoches Hero Foundation

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Fourth Annual Banquet

4th Annual Hero Banquet November 5th, 2026 Nacogdoches County Exposition & Civic Center.

In the last three years, nearly

$750,000

Raised and given directly to Nacogdoches County veterans, police, firefighters and EMS.

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How Can I Help Out? Donate? Support?

Donate Time & Resources

Volunteer at our events like the Hero Banquet and golf tournament, or give materials, services or skills for projects like roofs, ramps and bathrooms.

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Money

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Who We Are

Neighbors Serving Our Heroes

Our Mission

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.

Our board members share a true passion for supporting local Veterans, Active-Duty Military, and First Responders. Many have served themselves or have family who served.

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Meet Our Board

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.

Thank you

Our 2026 Table Sponsors

  • Brazos Urethane Roofing logo
  • Carnes Builders logo
  • ROCA Land logo
  • R&K Distributors logo
  • Cordova Construction Company logo
  • Massey Motor Freight logo
  • CBTX logo
  • Tapping Solutions logo
  • JuanCrete logo
  • MayMay's logo
  • Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation logo
  • Caltex Lumber Co. logo
  • Living Texas Realty Group logo
  • HCH Aviation logo
  • Hightower, Franklin & James, Attorneys at Law logo
  • Basis Design logo
  • Timber Pro Forest Service logo
  • Badders Moore logo
  • Moore Supply Co. / Hajoca logo
  • Jason Bradford
  • Eaton logo
  • Badders Law Firm logo
  • SFA Alumni Association logo
  • Stephen F. Austin State University logo
  • Lone Star Harley-Davidson logo
  • Carrie Gilcrease
  • Nancy C. Windham
  • Lehmann Eye Center logo
  • Rafters Roofing logo
  • John Dutch
  • Sports Shack Bar & Grill logo
  • AT&T logo
  • Excel ER logo
  • Nacogdoches Medical Center logo
  • Ferrara's Heating & Air Conditioning logo
  • Lori Velek
  • Knights of Columbus, St. Mary's Council 10790 logo
  • Texas Farm Credit logo
  • State Rep. Joanne Shofner
  • SudDaddeez Car Wash logo
  • County Judge Chris Bentley
  • Charles Pool Real Estate logo
  • Lumberjack Harley-Davidson logo
  • Laird Funeral Home logo
  • Republic Services logo
  • TK Fence logo
  • SFA Athletics logo
  • Loblolly Properties logo
  • Austin Bank logo
  • Huntington Bank logo
  • Alderman Law logo
  • Ronda Perry
  • K4CR logo
  • Mike Lasky
  • 2MR Ranch & Welding logo
  • Betty Shinn
  • Rockin M Ranch logo
  • Aaron McGowen
  • Mike Smith
  • Cheryl Brady
  • Swades Rental Properties logo
  • Ted Smith State Farm logo
  • Jim Morgan
  • Love INC Nacogdoches logo
See all 2026 Table Sponsors

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Today, we want to recognize and honor all the veterans who have served our country and helped keep America safe. Their courage, commitment, and willingness to put their lives on the line for others are sacrifices we should never take for granted. It takes a special kind of person to answer that call, and we are forever grateful.

We also can't think of a better day to say THANK YOU, Nacogdoches!

Following the Nacogdoches Hero Foundation's Fourth Annual Hero Banquet last Thursday, we are still in awe of the incredible outpouring of love and support from our community. Words simply cannot express how blessed we feel to be part of a community that continues to show up for those who have served and protected us.

We were honored to recognize several individual veteran heroes at Thursday's banquet, but today we want to take a moment to recognize ALL veterans — not just those in Nacogdoches County, but across the great United States of America.

To every veteran, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and the freedoms you have helped preserve. And to our community, thank you for standing behind the mission and reminding our heroes that they are never forgotten.

We are proud to live here, proud to serve this community, and forever grateful for our heroes.
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Today, we want to recognize and honor all the veterans who have served our country and helped keep America safe. Their courage, commitment, and willingness to put their lives on the line for others are sacrifices we should never take for granted. It takes a special kind of person to answer that call, and we are forever grateful.

We also cant think of a better day to say THANK YOU, Nacogdoches!

Following the Nacogdoches Hero Foundations Fourth Annual Hero Banquet last Thursday, we are still in awe of the incredible outpouring of love and support from our community. Words simply cannot express how blessed we feel to be part of a community that continues to show up for those who have served and protected us.

We were honored to recognize several individual veteran heroes at Thursdays banquet, but today we want to take a moment to recognize ALL veterans — not just those in Nacogdoches County, but across the great United States of America.

To every veteran, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and the freedoms you have helped preserve. And to our community, thank you for standing behind the mission and reminding our heroes that they are never forgotten.

We are proud to live here, proud to serve this community, and forever grateful for our heroes.Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

TODAY is the day! 🇺🇸

The 4th Annual Hero Banquet is tonight at the Nacogdoches County Expo & Civic Center, and we can't wait to honor the men and women who serve our country.

⭐ Doors open at 4:30 PM
⭐ Banquet begins at 6:00 PM

Check in online before you head out, and come early to enjoy the social hour, silent auction and raffles. Every dollar raised stays right here in Nacogdoches County.

Check in here 👉 nacogdochesherofoundation.org/events-supporting-veterans-police-firefighters-emt/banquet-2/

See you tonight. 💙

#NacogdochesHeroFoundation #HeroBanquet #NacogdochesTX #SupportOurHeroes #CommunityFirst #NacogdochesCountyStrong
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TODAY is the day! 🇺🇸

The 4th Annual Hero Banquet is tonight at the Nacogdoches County Expo & Civic Center, and we cant wait to honor the men and women who serve our country.

⭐ Doors open at 4:30 PM
⭐ Banquet begins at 6:00 PM

Check in online before you head out, and come early to enjoy the social hour, silent auction and raffles. Every dollar raised stays right here in Nacogdoches County.

Check in here 👉 https://nacogdochesherofoundation.org/events-supporting-veterans-police-firefighters-emt/banquet-2/

See you tonight. 💙

#NacogdochesHeroFoundation #HeroBanquet #NacogdochesTX #SupportOurHeroes #CommunityFirst #NacogdochesCountyStrong

Thank you to Loblolly Properties for joining us as a Captain Sponsor this year.

Named after the loblolly pines of the Deep East Texas Piney Woods, Loblolly Properties is a full-service real estate brokerage here in Nacogdoches. Led by broker and owner Olivia Kiritsy, their team helps buyers and sellers with residential and commercial real estate across Nacogdoches County, with a focus on personal service and "helping build better communities one property owner at a time." We're grateful to have them supporting the Foundation.

Stop by and see them at 1326 N University Dr, Suite 101, Nacogdoches, TX.

#NacogdochesHeroFoundation #NacogdochesTX #HeroBanquet #LoblollyProperties
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Thank you to Loblolly Properties for joining us as a Captain Sponsor this year.

Named after the loblolly pines of the Deep East Texas Piney Woods, Loblolly Properties is a full-service real estate brokerage here in Nacogdoches. Led by broker and owner Olivia Kiritsy, their team helps buyers and sellers with residential and commercial real estate across Nacogdoches County, with a focus on personal service and helping build better communities one property owner at a time. Were grateful to have them supporting the Foundation.

Stop by and see them at 1326 N University Dr, Suite 101, Nacogdoches, TX.

#NacogdochesHeroFoundation #NacogdochesTX #HeroBanquet #LoblollyProperties

Contact Nacogdoches Hero Foundation

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Contact the Nacogdoches Hero Foundation board members to learn more about our mission, donation opportunities, and how you can help support the Nacogdoches community.

info@nachero.org

(936) 234-8114

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Questions? We're here to help.

Reach the Nacogdoches Hero Foundation board about our mission, donations, or how you can help.