Operation Freedom Paws Celebrates 15 Years Helping Veterans and Rescue Dogs
Operation Freedom Paws is celebrating an incredible milestone this year, and our story was recently featured in the Gilroy Dispatch. The article highlights the impact Operation Freedom Paws has had over the past 15 years helping veterans, first responders, children,...
Operation Freedom Paws Visits Washington, D.C. to Advocate for Veterans and Service Dogs
In September, the Operation Freedom Paws team traveled to Washington, D.C. alongside our partners at Purina Dog Chow to advocate for stronger support and access to service dogs for our nation’s veterans. Together, we met with members of Congress and their staff to...
Operation Freedom Paws Founder Mary Cortani Named One of 2025’s “Mental Health Heroes”
We are proud to share that our founder, Mary Cortani, has been recognized as one of Assembly District 28’s 2025 Mental Health Heroes by Assemblymember Gail Pellerin. Mary, an Army veteran and the heart behind Operation Freedom Paws, was honored for her unwavering...
A Night of Giving and Gratitude: 2025 Paws with Patriots Wine Gala Recap
On October 4th, Operation Freedom Paws hosted our 14th Annual Paws with Patriots Wine Gala, an inspiring evening filled with connection, compassion, and community. Guests gathered to celebrate our mission of empowering veterans, first responders, and individuals with...