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Iraq War Veteran Melissa Stockwell TO BE HONORED AT ANNUAL FUNDRAISER BENEFITING MILITARY CHILDREN
Ms. Stockwell is a 2008 Paralympian, 3x Paratriathlon World Champion in addition to being the first woman to lose a limb in the Iraq War.
Kids Rank, a Highland Park based nonprofit supporting military children, is proud to have Iraq War Veteran Melissa Stockwell as the honoree for their 3rd annual benefit. Ms. Stockwell is a 2008 Paralympian, 3x Paratriathlon World Champion and co-founder of the non-profit Dare 2 Tri. In addition to her many accomplishments, she was also the first female Iraqi War combat soldier to lose a limb in combat. Her story exemplifies overcoming obstacles, perseverance and realizing that we can all be greater than the great person we already are.
“Melissa was chosen as our honoree due to her bravery, courage and determination which are core values within the Kids Rank program. Military children often face remarkable challenges in their transient lives that most people will never experience. We empower our club members to recognize and cultivate their inner strengths and positive characteristics that will aid them as they move from duty station to duty station where. On average, these kids move, change schools and make new friends every 2-3 years.” says Kelcey Liverpool, Kids Rank Co-Founder & President. “Melissa is such an inspiration and role model with an enduring spirit and amazing message to share with everyone.”
On Thursday, October 8 2015 from 5:30-8:30 Kids Rank will host its annual Ribbons of Character Benefit at Marcello’s Restaurant in Northbrook, IL. The evening will feature a key note speech which will include a question and answer session with Ms. Stockwell.
About Kids Rank
Kids Rank, headquartered in Highland Park, Illinois is a 501c(3) service-based organization developed specifically for military children. Through the formation of local clubs, Kids Rank engages children in hands-on, skill building projects and volunteer opportunities designed to encourage resilience and strengthen their connections to other military children and their communities, while supporting their physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs. The program is open to military children from all branches of service including active duty, reservists, retirees and Families of the Fallen.
For more information visit www.kidsrank.org or call Kelcey Liverpool at 847.505.2411.
