Community to gather for fundraising event at Dallas Gun Club on April 10
Rockwall, TX (March 12, 2026) – Patriot PAWS will host its 3rd Annual Clays Shoot on April 10, bringing together North Texas supporters for a day of competition and community to raise funds for Service Dogs provided at no cost to disabled American Veterans and service members living with disabilities. The event kicks off celebrations of the organization’s 20th anniversary in 2026.
The Clays Shoot will take place at the Dallas Gun Club on 3601 N Stemmons Fwy in Lewisville from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Attendees will begin the morning with breakfast and coffee before the first flight of sporting clays at 9 a.m. The competition will feature two 12-station courses, along with raffle prizes, a 50/50 cash drawing, and a barbecue lunch. Awards will be presented to the top three teams at the end of the day. Carts and ammo are provided, but participants must bring their own shotgun.
The event supports Patriot PAWS’ mission to restore independence and quality of life through highly trained Service Dogs that assist Veterans living with mobility disabilities, post-traumatic stress, military sexual trauma, and traumatic brain injury.
“The Clays Shoot is a great opportunity for people to get involved with Patriot PAWS, whether by sponsoring the event, registering a team, or simply coming out to support the cause,” said Lauren Vaughan, Director of Development of Patriot PAWS. “Our Veteran clients will be there as well, sharing mission moments and the real impact a Service Dog has on daily life. It’s a chance to spend time together, hear their stories, and see firsthand how community support helps us continue this work.”
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities range from $250 individual shooter entries to $15,000 presenting sponsorships, with all proceeds supporting the training and placement of Service Dogs at no cost to the Veterans who receive them. To purchase a ticket or become a sponsor, visit www.PatriotPAWS.org/clays-shoot/.
“This year marks Patriot PAWS’ 20th anniversary, and it’s incredible to reflect on how many lives have been changed through the Service Dogs placed with Veterans across the country,” said Rick Stevens, Executive Director of Patriot PAWS. “Today, more than 80 active Service Dogs are supporting Veterans nationwide, while more than 50 Veterans remain on our waiting list as we work to meet the growing need. Preparing each dog takes thousands of hours and the support of an entire community, which is why events like the Clays Shoot are so important.”
Since its founding in 2006, Patriot PAWS Service Dogs has grown into a nationally recognized provider of highly trained Service Dogs for disabled Veterans at no cost to them. Through partnerships with universities like Texas A&M and the Trained to Heal program within Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities, Patriot PAWS prepares Service Dogs for Veterans living with both visible and invisible wounds of service. The result is Service Dogs that restore independence, strengthen families, and change daily life for the people they serve. In honor of its 20th anniversary, Patriot PAWS is aiming to have 120 Service Dogs in their 2026 training program, a significant increase from their 80 to 100 dogs trained annually. Patriot PAWS welcomes community members to become a Puppy Raiser and provide critical socialization to Service Dogs in Training, with all costs covered by Patriot PAWS.
Press release submitted by Annie Chu, Culver PR, edited for publication in Blue Ribbon News. Courtesy photos.
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