TDVA attended the 7th Annual Luncheon and Auction for Center on Independent Living (COIL) held at the Crown of Life Lutheran Church. TDVA also set up an exhibit at the Door In The Wall’s Annual Bubba Reding Country and Western Dance held at Morgan's Wonderland. COIL and DITW actively assist...
On May 22-23, 2010, TEAM SPEARHEAD ARMOR took part in the annual cycling of the "Tour DE Cure" a 160 mile trek and a 110 mile trek to Austin, Texas. Team members: Gil Garcia, Brian Perez, and Erik Yebra were the riders representing TDVA. Also staff members Bernice Perez (children...
On 13 December 2009, the TDVA supported “The Door in the Wall” organization’s annual "A Country Christmas” at La Villita by donating gifts for disabled children. The “Door in the Wall” organization, however, serves people of all ages with disabilities. It is the goal of the “Door in the Wall”...
This cycling event began and ended in Gruene, Texas. Gil was supported by SAG (Search And Gather) staff member, Diana Lozano along the 50 mile bike route. Gil rode a hand cycle and Brian rode as his able bodied partner. The Texas Disabled Veterans Association was the lead sponsor and...
The delicious food was catered by 911 Catering and was served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. TDVA also had the following exhibitors at the venue: Gotapuppy.com, Heather Caricatures, Penny's From Heaven Foundation, Inc., Speed Pro Imaging Northwest, Therapeutic Recreation (TR) San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department, Navy Federal Credit Union,...
Veterans met on Saturday, 8 August 2009 from 10a.m.-1p.m. at the San Antonio, Texas CrossRoads Convention Center. Over 1000 veterans attended the event and received information from state and government agencies such as the: Texas Veterans Land Board, Texas Veterans Commission, The Department of Veterans Affairs, Small Business Administration, Social...
The TDVA booth had many visitors and we had a great time! We honor all veterans who defended this country and gave the ultimate sacrifice and we also thank all the veterans who proudly served and are still serving this great nation! TDVA members provided information to car show visitors about...
TDVA members attended the "Salute to Disabled Veterans" on 16 May 2009 at the Crowne Plaza Riverwalk Hotel located in San Antonio, Texas. A lecture series/discussion about current VA projects and programs going on around the state of Texas and the nation as a Community Prosperity Partnership. Guest speakers included...
Donald Burton, a native of Kansas City, Missouri, was elected President of TDVA at the 2nd Annual Board of Director’s meeting held March 2010.
He served his country with distinction in the US Army in various combat specialties with multiple units to include the 2nd, 7th and 82nd ID and 7th Special Forces before retiring in 1994.
Don has served as a volunteer for over 25 years in varying capacities to include the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) and the Special Forces Association (SFA).
He holds a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Harrington University and is a Texas Notary Signing Agent and Parliamentarian.
Additionally, Don has been a driving force behind the success of the TDVA today. He is one of the main reasons for the multiple computer setup and configuration software setup/contributions that are in place today at Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) unit at Audie Murphy Veterans Affairs Hospital for those patients in recovery and/or therapy. The patients now have access to the Internet, email communication and “Dragon-speak” software among other things.
Steven Lynn, a native of Tampa, Florida, served as the Secretary of TDVA and was appointed to that position in July 2009. He is now serving as Member-At-Large.
Steve served his country with distinction in the US Air Force having served both in the enlisted corps and later receiving his commission through Officer Training School. He served in South Korea, Italy, Turkey and Germany and various stateside bases from flight to HQs level before retiring in 2007 after nearly 22 years of honorable service.
He is man of deep faith and devoted father of one daughter–Naiya. He is a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), American Legion—New Braunfels, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), the National Rifle Association (NRA) and Community Bible Church—New Braunfels (CBC-NB).
Steve holds an undergraduate degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Professional Aeronautics and two Master’s degrees from Webster University in Management and Human Resource Development. He also returned to school to begin his doctorate degree in counseling.
Dan is a native of West Texas and served with the U.S. Army. He has served for over 25 years as a member, newsletter editor, advocacy director, legislative director and held multiple board of director positions in various veteran and civilian organizations. Dan is a founding member of TDVA and strongly advocates for improving the benefits entitled to all fellow veterans! Dan is a proud father of son Chris who is an Accountant.
