VFAF Vet Force Leads Heroic Flood Relief Operations in Texas for Veterans for America First

KERRVILLE, TX / July 10, 2025 – Veterans for America First (VFAF), through its national volunteer initiative Vet Force, has led a boots-on-the-ground response to the devastating flood

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At the forefront of the effort is Texas Vet Force Leader Kimberly Taiko Moyers, a U.S. veteran and seasoned responder, who, alongside a dedicated team of veteran volunteers, mobilized quickly to assist impacted communities. In the early days of the disaster, Moyers and her team delivered seven fully loaded trucks and three trailers of critical supplies, bringing relief to families in desperate need. Operations were headquartered at VFW Post 8800 in Startzville, which became the only functioning distribution center in the region during the height of the flooding. The post served as a lifeline for the surrounding community, thanks to the leadership and coordination of Vet Force on the ground.

“Our veterans are trained to respond under pressure. When Americans hurt, our Veterans step up. That’s why Kimberly Taiko Moyers and her team are on-site in Texas, coordinating aid efforts,” said CPT Robert M. Cornicelli, USARNG (Ret.) / Navy Veteran and national president for VFAF.

As the mission evolved, the focus shifted from distribution to a more sobering task—body recovery. Moyers provided a somber video update from the field, documenting the devastation and reaffirming the commitment of VFAF’s veteran-led teams to serve where others cannot.

Moyers also serves through Project Defiant, continuing her work to support the Texas community and champion veteran-related legislation nationwide.

VFAF's Vet Force, inaugurated in January 2025, is modeled after the "Trump Force 47" campaign initiative. It mobilizes veterans, law enforcement, and patriotic civilians into tactical volunteer teams deployed for emergency relief, public safety advocacy, voter education, youth mentoring, and support for America First policies.

The impact of the Texas mission extended beyond state lines. Jen Charlton, VFAF National Ambassador and host of The Jen Charlton Show on WFMD AM in Maryland, coordinated Maryland-based relief efforts in support of the Texas operation. Charlton leveraged her emergency management background and media network to gather and direct supplies to Moyers' team. Working alongside Fred Propheter of the Frederick County Conservative Club, Charlton ensured a steady flow of aid from Maryland to the field teams in Texas.

VFAF emphasized that it is a self-funded, all-volunteer organization, stating clearly: "We need supplies, not money." All donations were routed through local VFW posts, with monetary collections paused after July 6.

The unified response from veteran leaders, conservative grassroots organizations, and patriotic Americans reflects the core mission of VFAF: to serve the nation with honor, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the American people. For those interested in supporting future missions or shipping supplies, contact: connect@VFAF.us

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“Fake Service Dogs Are Hurting Real Heroes”

By : CPT Robert M Cornicelli

As a disabled veteran who works with other veterans every day, I can tell you firsthand that real service dogs aren’t pets. They’re essential medical tools. They help veterans manage PTSD. They offer balance and mobility support. They detect seizures and help regulate anxiety. They can interrupt nightmares, reduce panic attacks, and even remind you to take medication. These dogs aren’t there for convenience. They’re there for survival.

The problem is, too many people want the benefits of having a service dog without putting in the time, money, or effort it takes to do it the right way. So they go online, spend thirty bucks on a vest and a certificate, and suddenly their untrained dog becomes a “service animal.” Then they walk into hotels, onto planes, and into restaurants, demanding access and avoiding fees. And because business owners are afraid of lawsuits or public shaming, most of them go along with it.

But it’s disabled veterans who end up paying the price.

People with legitimate service dogs are now being questioned, denied access, or looked at with suspicion. The public no longer knows who to trust. And when you’ve sacrificed so much and rely on that dog to make it through the day, being treated like a fraud is not just frustrating… it’s humiliating.

It’s also dangerous. Real service dogs go through months, sometimes years, of training. They are calm, obedient, and focused. They don’t bark in restaurants or growl in elevators. They stay alert to their handler’s needs. If they’re distracted or attacked by a fake service dog, the result could be a medical emergency.

I’ve personally seen this happen. Veterans with service dogs have been lunged at, knocked down, and even forced to leave public places because someone else brought in an untrained dog that caused a scene. It’s unacceptable.

So how do you tell the difference between a real and a fake service animal?

Real service dogs wear professional, high-quality harnesses. Their vests are snug-fitting, often include reflective material, and have clearly sewn-on patches that say “Service Dog” or “Do Not Pet.” The dogs are quiet, focused, and stay at their handler’s side at all times.

Fake service dogs often wear cheap, loose vests ordered online. The patches may be glued or barely attached. The dog might bark, whine, jump, sniff food off tables, or be riding in a stroller. Some aren’t even on a leash. If the dog looks and acts like a pet, that’s probably what it is.

We need to take this issue seriously. It’s not just about etiquette, it’s about integrity, public safety, and respect for people with disabilities.

Congress and state legislatures should pass laws with real penalties for impersonating a service animal. A fake vest and a fake story shouldn’t be enough to get free hotel stays and airline perks. It should come with a fine or even a criminal charge, just like impersonating military personnel. That’s what this is, stolen valor in a different form.

Business owners should be trained and protected under the law to ask the two questions the Americans with Disabilities Act allows. Is this animal required due to a disability? What task has it been trained to perform? If the answers don’t make sense or the dog is misbehaving, they should be able to deny access without fear of retaliation.

Most importantly, we should be lifting up and protecting the organizations that are doing it the right way those who spend years training dogs and placing them with veterans who truly need them.

Here are just a few of the legitimate, respected service dog organizations working every day to support disabled veterans:

Legitimate Veteran Service Dog Organizations

Paws of War
Provides service dogs to veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, and physical injuries. They also rescue dogs from overseas war zones and train them for veterans in need.

Website: pawsofwar.org

K9s for Warriors
One of the largest nonprofit providers of service dogs for veterans. They focus on pairing rescued shelter dogs with veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, or military sexual trauma.

Website: k9sforwarriors.org

Patriot PAWS
Based in Texas, Patriot PAWS trains high-quality service dogs for disabled veterans and provides them at no cost. Dogs are trained by both professionals and prison inmates in a unique partnership program.

Website: patriotpaws.org

America’s VetDogs

Part of the Guide Dog Foundation, VetDogs provides specially trained service dogs to veterans with physical disabilities, PTSD, and vision or hearing loss.

Website: vetdogs.org

Warrior Canine Connection
This organization uses a “Mission Based Trauma Recovery” model, where veterans in recovery actually help train service dogs for fellow veterans. It promotes healing on both sides.

Website: warriorcanineconnection.org

Dogs for Our Brave
Provides service dogs to veterans at no cost, including all food, equipment, and veterinary care for the life of the dog. Their program is designed specifically for post-9/11 veterans who have suffered severe physical injuries.

Website: dogsforourbrave.org

NEADS World Class Service Dogs
Trains and provides service dogs for veterans with hearing loss, physical disabilities, and PTSD. Also supports first responders.

Website: neads.org

Canine Companions for Independence
Not exclusive to veterans but offers a strong veterans initiative. They provide highly trained assistance dogs to people with physical disabilities, including veterans, at no cost.

Website: canine.org

These groups aren’t handing out vests in exchange for a donation. They’re doing the hard work… training, matching, supporting, and following up. Their dogs change lives, save lives, and help bring our brothers and sisters home in the truest sense.

So the next time you see a dog in a vest, think twice before you assume it’s real. And if you’re someone who’s faking it friggin stop. You’re not just breaking the rules. You’re making life harder for people who already gave more than most Americans could ever imagine.

VFAF Throwback Thursday:

VFAF's Stan Fitzgerald and Robert Cornicelli received thank You's from President Trump for service on Team Trump during the South Carolina Primary.

Veterans for America First sat on the Team Trump weekly strategic calls for 6 months and helped build a coalition of Veterans that helped the boss defeat Nikki Haley.

Fitzgerald provided the campaign with a call/email list of almost 10K SC veterans that was approved by Trump legal, Cornicelli was boots on the ground speaking on behalf of Team Trump and getting votes. The President sent Fitzgerald and Cornicelli letters and a signed MAGA hat.

During the campaign Mar-A-Lago got involved at a rally and gave the VFAF team VIP seating. Later in the campaign VFAF National Ambassador Mark Lajoye was named to the official Veterans Presidential Coalition. VFAF Team Member Lucretia Hughes was named to Gun owners for Trump. VFAF's Jared Craig was named to Trump Legal Georgia. Tiffany Savage was named a campaign field director and Dozens of VFAF members and affiliates were part of Trump Force 47.

VFAF Veterans for America First The Original 2015 Veterans for Trump