Crusaders for Veterans

Vietnam Remembrance Ceremony

On a mission to be a voice for those who served our country, Kevin Cuttill from Crusaders for Veterans is on set to talk about one of their upcoming events. The Vietnam Remembrance Ceremony takes place Friday, March 29th at…

Vietnam Remembrance Ceremony

March 29th is a day to remember not only for those who served, but for the family members who lost their loved ones. Now, a local organization is making sure those veterans and families are never forgotten.

Crusaders for Veterans Annual Wreath Pick-Up

Crusaders for Veterans Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony lifts the spirits of those who have lost a loved one serving our County. Those wreaths have been laid and now it’s time for cleanup. On Saturday, January 5th at 8 a.m. at…

Christmas in the ‘Bouffa boat parade

Get into the holiday spirit at a lighted boat parade next weekend in Biloxi. This event is benefiting local veterans. The boat parade takes place Saturday, December 15th at 9 a.m. The parade begins at Your Mama’z House located at…

Crusaders for Veterans: Ride for the Village

Crusaders for Veterans is back at it again, raising money for local heroes. On Saturday, the group held their ‘Ride for the Village’ event. Around 100 motorcycles participated in the ride where they made stops all across South Mississippi. Registration…

Lights for Life lantern vigil

Come light up the sky with Keesler Air Force Base and Crusaders for Veterans to honor those loved ones lost to suicide. The Lights for Life lantern vigil takes place September 27th from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Biloxi…

Crusaders for Veterans volunteer help

The Crusaders for Veterans organization is asking for your help to get a U-Haul unloaded on Saturday. An active duty service member is moving her parents from Florida to Long Beach. Her father is a disabled Vietnam veteran who she…

Veterans Village in the works

Crusaders for Veterans is a local organization that’s on a mission to raise $75,000 to purchase land for their veterans transitional village. Those plans include a community center for educational courses, PTSD counseling, and group meetings as well as a…

Drive to redefine Gold Star status in Mississippi

Imagine losing a loved one who is serving her country and being denied the designation of a Gold Star family member just because you are a male. Hard to believe, but that’s the current state for this designation due to…

Build the Village kickoff

Crusaders for Veterans made their public announcement Sunday of plans to build a village for veterans. This village will have 82 homes, a community hall, family friendly events, and they also plan on having a psychiatrist there to help veterans…

Rockin’ the Coast

Dan B. Murphys presents Rockin’ the Coast. The event will take place Sunday, July 29th from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Dan B’s Restaurant and Bar. The money raised benefits MS Patriot Guard Riders and Crusaders for Veterans.

Freedom Ball

Veterans are held close by many people on the Gulf Coast and this shows especially well within the Crusaders for Veterans. On Saturday, they held their third annual Freedom Ball, a black tie event that honors those who have fallen,…

Freedom Ball honors all military

It’s a night dedicated to respecting our military. Tomorrow, the Golden Nugget Casino is hosting the third annual Freedom Ball at 5 p.m. The black tie event is put on by the nonprofit organization Crusaders for Veterans. The ball honors…

2018 Freedom Ball

Crusaders for Veterans has made it their mission to help veterans in need on the Coast. This is why they continue to host their annual Freedom Ball. The 2018 Freedom Ball will take place Saturday, July 14th at the Golden Nugget…

2018 Freedom Ball

Crusaders for Veterans is hosting the 2018 Freedom Ball. The event takes place Saturday, July 14th at the Golden Nugget Casino grand ballroom. from 4 p.m. until. Prices and more info can be found on the Crusaders for Veterans Facebook…

PTSD Awareness Walk/ Jog

Crusaders for Veterans is hosting the PTSD Awareness Walk/Jog. The walk/jog takes place Saturday, June 9th. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the walk starts at 9 a.m. Individual registration is $10. It’s $40 for a team of five and…

PTSD Awareness Walk/ Jog

Crusaders for Veterans is hosting the PTSD Awareness Walk/Jog. The walk/jog takes place Saturday, June 9th. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the walk starts at 9 a.m. Individual registration is $10. It’s $40 for a team of five and…

Wreath Laying Ceremony preparations

Today, members from all branches of the Armed Forces teamed up with South Mississippi residents and businesses for a special mission to honor our veterans who have been laid to rest at the Biloxi National Cemetery. Ginger Walker retired after…