Trivia Night Fundraiser | Warrior Canine Connection

Trivia for a Cause: Honoring a Hero, Supporting Those Who Serve Join us for a meaningful and fun-filled evening at our Trivia Night Fundraiser, held in memory of Corporal Brian W. Neel, U.S.M.C. Gather your team, test your knowledge, and compete for a great cause as we come together to honor his legacy and support our nation’s veterans. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Warrior Canine Connection, helping provide a life-changing service dog for a veteran in need. Your participation directly contributes to this powerful mission of healing and connection. Your ticket includes entry to the event along with catered dinner from Pasta Too, soft drinks, and beer to enjoy throughout the night. Trivia will be hosted by local favorites Buzz Worthy Pub Trivia, bringing their signature energy and engaging rounds, plus a variety of smaller games and surprises woven in throughout the evening. Whether you're in it to win or just there for the fun, your presence helps make a difference. Come out for a night of community, competition, and compassion. Tickets are sold in TEAMS OF FOUR Each individual trivia team must not exceed 4 people. To make sure you're seated with your teammates tickets are sold in groups of 4, rather than individually. If you are friends with another trivia team and would like to be seated near them, please send us a message with the name on their ticket reservation. We will do our best to seat you close together. In Memory of Corporal Brian W. Neel, U.S.M.C. Corporal Brian Neel served honorably in the United States Marine Corps from 1992 to 1996 as a Field Radio Operator. During his military career, he was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 9th Marines (3/9) until the unit was deactivated and redesignated as 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines (3/4) in 1995. Brian was a dedicated Marine whose professionalism, technical expertise, and commitment to mission success earned him the respect of his fellow Marines and several commendations during his service. Among his achievements was receiving a Meritorious Mast for his outstanding performance during Operation Valiant Blitz, a bilateral amphibious readiness and training exercise conducted in the Western Pacific. The operation was designed to maintain rapid-response capabilities, interoperability between allied forces, and force projection throughout the Asia-Pacific region. During the exercise, Brian was recognized for effectively maintaining critical radio communications for the Weapons Platoon. His expert technical knowledge ensured responsive and timely fire support, directly contributing to the platoon's operational effectiveness and the overall success of the mission. His ability to perform under pressure exemplified the highest standards of the Marine Corps. While Brian was proud of his service as a Marine, those who knew him best will remember the joy, humor, and warmth he brought to everyday life. One of the things that made Brian smile most was his dogs. He had a deep love for them, and his playful sense of humor was reflected in the names he chose—including one beloved dog, Clark, named after the iconic Griswold character. His dogs were more than companions; they were a source of happiness, laughter, and unconditional love. Brian carried the values of honor, courage, and commitment throughout his life, leaving a lasting impact on his family, friends, and fellow veterans. Today, his legacy continues through this fundraising effort in partnership with Warriors Canine Connection to provide a service dog to a veteran in need. Brian's love of life will always be remembered, and this charity's mission seeks to extend that same gift of companionship, support, and hope to a veteran who can find renewed joy and independence through the life-changing bond of a service dog. Please consider making a donation today to help us honor Brian's legacy. Your generosity will not only pay tribute to a dedicated Marine, a loving husband, father and son but it will also help provide a deserving veteran with a service dog and a brighter future. Make an additional donation to Warrior Canine Connection by clicking here.