Jacobsen's Certified Pre-Owned Equipment program has partnered with Patriot PAWS, a non-profit organization that provides disabled American veterans with service dogs at no cost.
Started in 2006 by professional dog trainer Lori Stevens, Patriot PAWS is a program that pairs mobility impaired U.S. armed forces veterans with specially trained service dogs. The dogs can pick up dropped items, provide bracing to get up and down, help with household chores and get help in an emergency.
In addition to making an initial contribution to Patriot PAWS, Jacobsen is donating funds for every piece of certified pre-owned equipment it sells.
"Our mobility-impaired veterans have a great need for assistance dogs," said Stevens, the group's founder and executive director. "Jacobsen's donations will help us make more connections between our dogs and veterans around the country. This partnership will also create more awareness of what we do and the many veterans who need our help."
For Jacobsen, supporting the program is a way to give back to those who have given much.
"Patriot PAWS is helping to make a real difference in the lives of our country's returning war heroes," said Brad Adamson, vice president of customer care. "We are very proud to be part of Patriot PAWS and look forward to helping increase awareness of this great charity."
Stevens and Jazz the dog will visit Jacobsen's Certified Pre-Owned booth (No. 13045) at the upcoming Golf Industry Show, where attendees will be able to learn more about this worthwhile program.
Jazz, a 5-year-old Labrador retriever, has been the Patriot PAWS demo dog since accompanying disabled veterans in the Tournament of Roses Parade when she was 19 months old.