Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation

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Get ready for the 16th Annual Yacht Bikers Poker Run! October 19th, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale, FL Register Here: https://lnkd.in/etdmUMvJ Check out these highlights from last year’s event and get excited for another incredible day, benefiting Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation. We’re thrilled to have National Marine Suppliers hosting once again. Your participation helps support U.S. Special Operations Command service members and their families. #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter

Today is World Mental Health Day, a reminder to prioritize your mental well-being and check in on those around you. It’s okay to reach out for support when you need it. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're in crisis, call 988 to connect with the National Suicide Hotline and Veteran Crisis Line. You are never alone. #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter #WorldMentalHealthDay

At Task Force Dagger, we support not just our service members but their families too. "We are already seeing improvement with their head shapes. Thank you so much for your help so that we didn't have to cover the cost of these medical devices that Tricare doesn't cover. We appreciate that we can focus on getting our babies the help that they need instead of thinking about the cost." Through our Immediate Needs program, this family was able to get the help they needed without the financial burden. Your support makes this possible. Help us continue to provide life-changing support to more families in need. Donate now and make a real impact: https://lnkd.in/e5yiSbBx #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter #immediateneeds

Join us for the 16th Annual Yacht Bikers Poker Run! For more event details and to register, visit: https://lnkd.in/etdmUMvJ We’re honored to have National Marine Suppliers host this exciting event for the 6th year in a row, benefiting Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation! Mark your calendars for October 19th, 2024 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and gear up for an incredible day supporting our U.S. Special Operations Command service members and their families. #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter #PokerRun2024 #nationalmarinesuppliers

“In the shadows of our grief, I am reminded that even the strongest warriors can face unseen battles.” Nate Schindler, a retired Special Forces Sergeant, shares his story of losing his wife to suicide while navigating life as a father to two sons with autism. His journey of grief and resilience serves as a powerful reminder that even those trained for battle face challenges no one sees. Read Nate’s full story: https://lnkd.in/eefMB2Kq #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter #mentalhealthawareness #Resilience

The Battle of the Black Sea in Mogadishu, also known as “Black Hawk Down,” was part of Operation Gothic Serpent. It was fought on 3–4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia, between US Special Operations Forces known as “Task Force Ranger” against Somali militia fighters in Mogadishu. Mark Stephens, Chairman of the Board, U.S. Army Special Operations (Ret), and MG Gary Harrell, U.S. Army Special Operations (Ret), Emeritus Executive Board Member, participated in this operation. The primary mission/objective of Task Force Ranger was to capture Mohamed Farrah Aidid, a Somalia clan leader who was wanted by the Unified Task Force in response to his attacks against United Nations troops along with the targeting of US Forces during the ongoing humanitarian mission trying to feed the starving Somali civilians. Many people don’t know the connection between this operation and the War on Terror. Al Qaeda and Osama bin Laden had a hand in training and equipping the Somali militiamen that TF Ranger fought. Emboldened after the lack of U.S. political response after the battle, deadly al Qaeda attacks in the Horn of Africa against U.S. targets in 1996, 1998, and 2000 followed, leading up to 9/11 (Don’t forget the Feb 1993 Al Qaeda's first attack on the World Trade Center). Please join us in remembering all those who fought, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice on the battlefield during this fight. 18 killed and 73 wounded during the 03-04 October battle, and 1 KIA and more wounded on 06 October in a mortar attack. Killed In Action MSG Gary Ivan Gordon SFC Randall "Randy" D. Shughart SSG Daniel D. Busch SFC Earl Robert Fillmore, Jr. SFC Matthew Loren Rierson (KIA on 06 Oct) MSG Timothy "Griz" Lynn Martin SGT Dominick M. Pilla SPC James M. Cavaco SGT James Casey Joyce CPL James "Jamie" E. Smith SGT Lorenzo M. Ruiz CPL Richard W. Kowalewski, Jr. CWO Clifton "Elvis" P. Wolcott CWO Donovan "Bull" Briley CWO Raymond "Ironman" A. Frank SSG Thomas "Tommie" J. Field SSG William "Wild Bill" David Cleveland, Jr. PFC James Henry Martin, Jr. SGT Cornell Lemont Houston, Sr #TFDSOF #blackhawkdown #Mogadishu

Thank you to everyone who’s been part of Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation’s 15-year journey. Your support is making a real difference in the lives of special operators and their families. There’s still time to make an impact—whether through a $15 monthly gift or a one-time donation: https://lnkd.in/esTuXnRX We couldn’t do this without you, and we’re truly grateful for your commitment. 🇺🇸✨ #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter #TFD15 #anniversary

Read more about our Joint Recovery Team (JRT) mission in Portugal: https://lnkd.in/eEJAnKrj We just wrapped up an incredible mission in Portugal as part of our Joint Recovery Team (JRT) program, which gives wounded, ill, or injured SOF personnel a renewed sense of purpose. By helping to map and document archaeological sites where missing U.S. Service Members may be found, our team worked to recover evidence from the site of a 1943 WWII aircraft crash, aiming to identify and repatriate the lost crew members and honor their sacrifice. This mission brought together an amazing community, including the daughter and grandson of a surviving crew member, the families of fishermen who risked everything to rescue six crew members, and the dedicated team of historians, archaeologists, divers, and journalists who helped uncover this important piece of history. It has been an honor to be part of this mission, sharing in the stories of sacrifice, loss, courage, and kindness. Thank you to all of our partners who made this mission possible and helped bring our service members home. ECU Program in Maritime Studies, East Carolina University, Ships of Discovery, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, RECON Offshore, University of Lisbon #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter #JRTProgram #MissionSuccess

Understanding the Link Between TBI and Suicide in Veterans Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gqYckyrk This Suicide Prevention Month, we’re shedding light on the critical connection between Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and the mental health challenges veterans often face, which can significantly raise the risk of suicide. Through our Health Initiative Program, we provide veterans with personalized care to address both TBI and mental health struggles. For more information, email us at info@taskforcedagger.org. If you or someone you know needs immediate help, reach out to the Veteran Crisis Line: call 988, press 1, or text 838255. #TFDSOF #TFD #SOF #TaskForceDagger #Heal #Mission #Purpose #Focus #Military #ActiveDuty #Veteran #Serve #Family #Warfighter #SuicidePrevention #VeteranSupport #MentalHealthMatters