Lisa McCoy hosts raffle for veterans

Fundraiser at River View Black Bear Fest supports housing for homeless female veterans

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Ms. Veteran America semi-finalist Lisa McCoy is raising funds for Final Salute Inc.

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Published April 8, 2026 - 4:32 p.m.

Ms. Veteran America semi-finalist Lisa McCoy is raising funds for Final Salute Inc.

Woman in a gray blazer smiling at the camera. — Lisa McCoy

Tickets for her raffle baskets are $5 each or three for $12. Raffle basket tickets will be available for purchase from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at the River View Black Bear Fest.

Three themed baskets will be offered. Basket one is Hometown Highlights, basket two is Grill-N-Chill and basket three is Shero (for the woman hero in your life).

The drawing will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, May 8 via Facebook Live. Winners do not need to be present to win.

Final Salute Inc. is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing safe and suitable housing to homeless female veterans and their children.

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