New Directions has named J.R. Martinez, an Iraqi War veteran and featured actor on the serial All My Children as its gala host.
Honoring Our Heroes, the name of the November 7 event, will raise funds to assist the organization which provides life-saving services to veterans in need.
The banquet will be held this year on Sunday, November 7th at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills. Honorees will include two successful graduates of the New Directions program: U.S. Marine Corps veteran George Hill, director of the New Directions Choir; and U.S. Army veteran Jon Henri Matteau, who served in Afghanistan.
New Directions will also present two awards at the gala: a Media Hero Award to ABC’s Brothers and Sisters for its realistic portrayal of an Iraqi War veteran; and a Community Hero Award to the law firm of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips for their commitment to providing free legal services to the veterans at New Directions.
New Directions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, has assisted hundreds of veterans through its comprehensive services, including transitional housing, substance abuse treatment, therapeutic care, vocational training, job placement and housing assistance.
For additional information about the gala on November 7th, call La Shanda Maze at 310-914-4045 ext 161.
For tickets and more information: www.newdirectionsinc.org
