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Heartland Canines for Veterans Our mission is to help eligible Veterans find a partner and build a team to help them thrive! Heartland Canines for Veterans, Inc. Thank you for your support!

provides Service Dogs to disabled Veterans at no cost to them. We bear the cost of procuring, training and pairing Service Dogs for Veterans who are struggling with anxiety, depression, mobility issues or Post-Traumatic Stress; our goal is to aid the Veteran and their family in their journey toward the "new normal." Our organization relies solely on charitable contributions from individuals and bu

sinesses; the Service Dog "process" is lengthy and expensive, and every little bit helps! We are recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, to your donations are tax deductible!

A couple of weeks ago, Derron's wife reach out to HK9. Derron had just unexpectedly passed away. She had reached out to ...
18/06/2025

A couple of weeks ago, Derron's wife reach out to HK9. Derron had just unexpectedly passed away. She had reached out to let us know that in lieu of flowers, she was asking people to donate to Heartland, as Rosie was so important to the family as Derrons service dog.
After Derron passed, there were complications between first responders, the coroner and the Humane Society with what to do with Rosie, his service dog. It took them upwards of 2 days to release Rosie back where she belongs.
Our Barkode program is designed to help prevent unfortunate situations like this. Our Barkode is a QR code specific to the dog. It lists all service responsibilities as well as emergency contact information and Vet info for the K9.
To read more about the program, click here:

https://heartlandk9s.org/barkode/

Please also consider making a donation in Derron and Rosie's honor.

Hey Joplin Outlaws , can you ask Evan if he thought he had a chance? 🤣🤣🤣🤣 On a side note, people of Joplin. Are you awar...
18/06/2025

Hey Joplin Outlaws , can you ask Evan if he thought he had a chance? 🤣🤣🤣🤣
On a side note, people of Joplin. Are you aware you have a team of good young men right in your back yard to go watch and cheer for?
Joe Becker Memorial Stadium is an awesome ball field. They have great concession choices, it's clean, and this team is pretty fantastic. I hear people say a lot, "there's nothing to do in Joplin!" We'll, here you go. Get out there and watch a game or two, you won't regret it!

There are so many things I love about what I do. Memories are just snapshots. When we look back, there are little bits t...
17/06/2025

There are so many things I love about what I do. Memories are just snapshots. When we look back, there are little bits that just stay with us. This moment is one of those times we were lucky enough to get literal snapshots of.
During our golf tourney, we announced the three lab puppies that were next to enter the program. This one is Birdie. On the night of the Outlaws game, she got to meet her Veteran. This was their first meeting and we have a feeling, it was love at first sight.
We still have a ton of obedience training ahead (for both of them 🤣) and down the road, probably close to 4 months from now, she'll start receiving her specific service training.
They'll be working together and navigating this journey together.
During the golf tourney, we raised nearly $10,000 for the three K9s training, so we still have a long way to go. Please consider going to the link below to donate to help with this team's cost. In the subject box, please be sure and note that it's to help Birdie and Billy Bunch in their journey! And give them a "good luck" and "congratulations " in the comment section.

https://heartlandk9s.org/donate/

Before game night, we met up with TRAIN GYM to get presented with a donation given to Heartland from money raised during...
16/06/2025

Before game night, we met up with TRAIN GYM to get presented with a donation given to Heartland from money raised during their Murph Challenge on Memorial Day.
We are so thankful to organizations that see the value in what we do. This gift helps us move forward to helping more Veterans.
We cannot stress how important it is to work on physical toughness as well as mental toughness. Train Gym covers both! If you are looking at becoming your best version, stop by their page and see what they have to offer.
Thank you!

The graduation last night:From the beginning- Two years ago, Jack Henry sponsored the cost for a service team. We call i...
16/06/2025

The graduation last night:

From the beginning- Two years ago, Jack Henry sponsored the cost for a service team. We call it "One of Us" Campaign. With that, the Veteran chosen and service K9 become family to the organization. Updates on training, the process, the struggles, the successes. They also got to name the future service dog.
When a young little boy giblet of a black lab came in to the program, HK9 was notified of the dogs name, Matthew James (MJ).
Origin of the name- One of Jack Henry's employees is also a "Gold Star Mom". Her son Matthew paid the ultimate price in Afghanistan in 2010. Here is the link to read about him and his service. Please read. https://www.wral.com/story/7980941/
MJ is named after him. Full of s***k and personality and most importantly, a desire to serve.
Last night, we had the honor of having Sandra present for the graduation. I overheard Paul talking to her and saying he KNOWS Matthew is looking down on he and MJ. That there are times he feels Matthew in MJ.
Honestly, it's why I do what I do. It's why our mission is so important. The impact of a true service dog cannot be put in to words.
Last night, Sandra (who flew in from Wisconsin for the event) got to place MJs medal around his neck. She got to visit and tell her sons story. Paul took off MJs vest and she got to pet him. She got to hear from Paul and his wife about the gift, named after her son, that gives Paul and his family OPPORTUNITY.
When organizations come together, when donations are made, when education is received THIS is the result.
Thank you to the Joplin Outlaws for the platform. Thank you to Sandra for your family's sacrifice. Thank you to donors, past, present and future. Together we CAN make a difference.

15/06/2025

Last night we graduated Paul and MJ, a team sponsored by Jack Henry. It was a long time coming for these two, and the story, to be celebrated.
After graduation, and before the start of the game, Paul got to throw the first pitch. Generally, the Joplin Outlaws catcher stands behind the plate to catch it... but knowing how much MJ loves to play catch with his Veteran dad, we decided to involve him... and the moment didn't disappoint.
Thank you to everyone that came out last night and enjoyed this moment.
LINKS INK
OHT Services, LLC


Would your organization like to sponsor a service team? Contact us today!

And another AMAZING year for Veterans Appreciation Night with the Joplin Outlaws. We are going to have a bunch of pictur...
15/06/2025

And another AMAZING year for Veterans Appreciation Night with the Joplin Outlaws. We are going to have a bunch of pictures to post.
I just wanted to strike while the iron is hot and show my appreciation to all of the people that made tonight possible. Konor with the Outlaws, you are a ROCKSTAR. Thank you for being so accomodating to all of our requests and needs to provide an extremely smooth night, from your MC to the ladies on the field running operations, you guys were GREAT! And Ivan Edson you rocked behind the lens tonight of course!
Congrats to Paul and MJ with your graduation tonight. Thank you to Jack Henry for making it all possible. Thank you Jimmy Thrasher and your team for showing up and being there to share the moment.
Travis and OHT Services, LLC the jerseys were a HIT! Thank you for your sponsorship and hope you enjoyed the night. And a huge thank you to LINKS INK for top notch quality hats and jerseys even though you guys have been crazy busy you came through!
Also thanks to my boy Peter Edwards for coming out tonight! I can't wait to see some of the pictures and video you got.
Thank you to the HK9 board and family and other volunteers for being there full force. I am so proud of our team and our mission.
Black Market Fireworks you guys put on an amazing display tonight of some outstanding fireworks. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Lastly, thank you to everyone that came out tonight, celebrated with us, got jerseys, got hats and bought raffle tickets (our 50/50 raised almost $300 AFTER the split!). Without your giving hearts we cannot do what we do. THANK YOU.
Stay tuned for some more pictures, with the goal of painting a picture of how important tonight was.
And on a side note, Riley the Service Dog loved her annual zoomies run in the outfield! 😁

We are getting closer to June 14th! This Saturday, get to see the graduation of a very special service team that was spo...
10/06/2025

We are getting closer to June 14th! This Saturday, get to see the graduation of a very special service team that was sponsored by Jack Henry , watch some good Joplin Outlaws baseball and then hang around after the game (little delay out of respect for the Veterans that choose not to stay) for an amazing fireworks show donated and brought to you by Black Market Fireworks !! Just in time to get ready for the 4th of July!
Doors open at 5 pm so get your seats early! Veterans get in free and game night jerseys (sponsored by OHT Services, LLC ,) will be available for bidding in our silent auction.

Veterans Appreciation Night just got better! Come on out to the game on June 14th. Get to see the graduation of a very s...
05/06/2025

Veterans Appreciation Night just got better! Come on out to the game on June 14th. Get to see the graduation of a very special service teamthat was sponsored by Jack Henry , watch some good Joplin Outlaws baseball and then hang around after the game (little delay out of respect for the Veterans that choose not to stay) for an amazing fireworks show donated and brought to you by Black Market Fireworks !! Just in time to get ready for the 4th of July!
Doors open at 5 pm so get your seats early! Veterans get in free and game night jerseys (sponsored by OHT Services, LLC,) will be available for bidding in our silent auction.

Days like today are special. Organizations like this are rare. Being able to come together and help Veterans like we do ...
30/05/2025

Days like today are special. Organizations like this are rare. Being able to come together and help Veterans like we do is priceless.
Thank you to these organizations that have come together again and support Heartland.
Webb City Elks Lodge #861 American Legion Post 322 Webb City, MO VFW Post 7630 Webb City, MO American Legion Post 322 VFW Post 7630 Bingo Information, The American Legion Auxiliary and The Dawson Heritage Foundation have joined forces again this year to not only sponsor the cost of another service dog team, but also provide funding for Heartland to receive training to maintain an internal trainer on staff to train MORE service dogs for our Veterans. Thank you for your support and can't wait to update on progress!

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