"Jump for Vets" Raises Over $32,000 for SGB Treatment for Veterans

In support of Veteran’s Day on November 11th and the 15,000 Chicagoland veterans suffer from PTSD, the West Loop Community Organization (WLCO) teamed up with Rags Of Honor1 to host “Jump for Vets" on Sunday, October 30th from 9am -11am CST at the United Center Atrium in Chicago.

Approximately 120 jumpers participated in the annual “Jump for Vets” fundraiser where participants jumped rope for 60 minutes in intervals of 2 minutes to raise funds for Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) treatment for veterans. SGB, which significantly reduces continual sleep disturbance, surges of anxiety and difficulties concentrating, costs $1800 and is not covered by insurance or VA Benefits. Rags of Honor1 has stepped in as the only veteran non-profit to cover the costs.

The event was created by Mark Doyle, founder of Rags of Honor1 and Katalin Ogren, owner of POW! Gym, and featured a live DJ, breakfast bites, and beverages, with each jumper receiving a t-shirt.

Rags of Honor1’s mission is to be committed to every veteran as they were when they wore the uniform. Led by Doyle, the focus is to help veterans at the grassroots level through partnerships and events with a variety of organizations around the country. Rags of Honor1 caters to those veterans who are struggling with suicidal thoughts stemming from PTSD as well as the daily needs of homeless and at-risk veterans, many of whom are in their early stages of reintegration.

The West Loop Community Organization (WLCO) is a 30-year-old non-profit delegate agency for the West Loop that catalyzes local economic development through its member programs and marketing opportunities. WLCO helps to coordinate public while cultivating community by hosting both small and large events throughout the year. The goal is to help members and partners expand their reach while supporting the local neighborhood, businesses, and organizations.

For additional information on Rags of Honor1 or West Loop Community Organization please visit www.ragsofhonor.org and www.westloop.org.