
How a Dog Named Billy Gave New Meaning to March 27th...
March 27th—a date forever etched in my heart. A decade ago, my father passed away suddenly, and my family's entire world changed in a way we could never undo. Loss comes in many fo...
Remarkable Women from Project 2 Shine on QC News and Earn National Award Nomination
March 27th—a date forever etched in my heart. A decade ago, my father passed away suddenly, and my family's entire world changed in a way we could never undo. Loss comes in many fo...
The following is a message from Val Schaefer, a veteran of the Iraq war who served as a Sergeant in the US Marine Corps and Staff Sergeant in the US Army. Val's struggle with PTSD ...
As a nonprofit founded on the pioneering concept of increasing the availability of service dogs through the expert husbandry and nurturing of world-class puppies, we know that when...
Sponsoring the training of an assistance dog for a veteran is one of the best ways to help our nation’s disabled veterans receive the support they need to recover from PTSD.
If you’re a supporter of American veterans, you probably think a lot about how you can help heal a veteran with PTSD or physical disability—and for a good reason. Thousands of vete...
If you have disabled American veterans in your life, deciding on the best gift ideas for holidays or birthdays can be a challenge. With plenty of patriotic options available, choos...
When it comes to service dogs, there are many great benefits of training Labrador Retrievers. Along with Golden Retrievers and Poodles, Labrador Retrievers are one of the most popu...
Our nation’s veterans are true American heroes, having put their lives on the line for the love of our county. Yet, thousands return home from the battlefield either physically or ...
Nearly a decade ago, Project 2 Heal began working with Samantha Pressley (now a longtime volunteer and recently our new Social Media Intern) to imprint a litter of puppies so that ...
The following is a letter from our President & Founder, Charlie Petrizzo:
Transforming People's Lives with Service Dogs
"I have had Baxter for around 7 years now. I was exploring different options that would allow me to live independently without my parents, so I could go to college. We found Project 2 Heal and I volunteered there for around a year and a half before receiving Baxter! He has been my constant companion. He came with me my senior year of high school and walked accross the stage then too. He lived in the dorms with me, came to every single class I went to and every work shift in the library. He’s definitely ready to retire as a porch dog now."
Jillian with Baxter
"With my service dog Frankie in my life, I’m never alone and the more severe symptoms happen less and less. She is my battle buddy. She comes with me everywhere and she is watching out for me. I must remain healthy to observe her and respond to her needs as we navigate life together. In return she helps me carry some of the weight from my rucksack."
Val with Frankie
"I didn't find P2H; they found me." It was a couple of weeks after the passing of my older brother that I received a phone call from a childhood friend, a member of the Petrizzo family, who informed us that they were sponsoring a puppy from Project 2 Heal in his honor.
As someone who grew up working with dogs and alongside veterinarians through high school and college, and with the love I have for the Labrador Retriever breed, I felt compelled to learn more about P2H. I soon began to understand and become passionate about their mission. It played a role in helping me deal with my grief during a very sad time in my life. It amazed me that before "Mikey" even began his journey of training to help someone in need, he had already started helping me. This was special, and I wanted to contribute in some small way. I added P2H to my list of organizations that truly save lives, whether it be through a fundraising cruise or my small monthly donation that keeps us reminded of special organizations like this."
Joe B.
“We spent a lot of time searching for the right organization and were thrilled to discover Project 2 Heal. Their impact on veterans in need is truly remarkable. Receiving updates about Prince has been the highlight of our experience. We love how they keep us involved throughout the process—it’s heartwarming to see the difference we’re helping make.”
Linda C.
“As the first anniversary of my husband's passing approached, I wanted to dignify this great loss with some positive tribute to him. One of Ray's great loves was animals, especially horses and dogs. Ray also gave generously to Veteran's organizations. By chance, a dear trusted friend from NC had a connection to P2H since its beginnings. He strongly recommended the organization to me as just what I was looking for. I now have the great joy and privilege of following Ray's precious "Fraulein" on video cam 24 hours a day as she grows into a beautiful service dog, along with her adorable six brothers and sisters. It is a priceless experience... and one I will repeat. Watching on my phone each day, I marvel at the dedication of the people who make this service dog journey possible. Somewhere my husband is laughing with every wag of Fraulein's tail!”
Judy C.