Phoenix, AZ -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/21/2012 -- An active duty staff sergeant stationed in Ft. Huachuca will attend this weekend's Arizona Cardinals vs. St. Louis Rams game with his family, thanks to Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix).

The non-profit is dedicated to providing donated and unused tickets to sporting events, concerts and special events to members of the U.S. military and their families. In addition to giving away thousands of event tickets annually, Vet Tix also allows military personnel to request to attend a specific event through its "Hero's Wish" program. Individuals can visit the Vet Tix website to read about these wishes and pledge monetary donations or tickets to the event.

A local soldier stationed in Sierra Vista posted his wish to attend this Sunday's Cardinals game. He has been oversees on and off for the past three years and wanted to take his wife and three children to the game. USA BMX heard about his wish and decided to donate five tickets to the soldier and his family. In addition, Residence Inn Glendale Marriott has provided his family room accommodations for the evening.

"Our mission is to not only give back to those who serve but also provide them with once-in-a-lifetime experiences as a thank you for their service to our country," said U.S. Navy veteran and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Vet Tix Michael A. Focareto. "Because USA BMX and the Marriott have stepped up we are able to make this wish come true, and we thank them for their support."

Since 2008, Vet Tix has given away more than 491,000 event tickets in all 50 States and Washington, D.C. to U.S. military, veterans and their families, with an estimated face value of well over $17 million. For more information, visit www.vettix.org.

About Vet Tix
Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to acknowledging the extraordinary service of Veterans. Vet Tix delivers its mission of appreciation by providing free and discounted event tickets to Veterans and Active Duty Service Members. For more information, visit http://www.vettix.org.

Contact: Catherine Herman Aker, 602.725.7523 or catherine@CHAPublicRelations.com

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Phoenix, AZ -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/10/2012 -- Phoenix based non-profit, Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) has teamed up with 5-hour ENERGY® to fulfill the wish of one very lucky active duty military member.

Vet Tix received a special request through its Hero's Wish program from U.S. Air Force enlisted, Michael Daugherty for tickets to the Nov.12 Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Kansas City Chiefs game, following his tour of duty in Afghanistan. 5-hour ENERGY®, a long-time supporter of the military, quickly responded not only with tickets to the game, but an opportunity for Daugherty to visit the broadcast booth and meet the announcer team.

"At 5-hour ENERGY® we are continuously looking for ways to help our military service men and women," said Living Essentials, LLC, President Scott Henderson. "Our relationship with Vet Tix has given us an excellent avenue to do this."

The Hero's Wish program was developed more than 2 years ago as a way to recognize Active Duty Military Personnel (one month prior to, while on leave from or one month after their deployments), severely wounded warriors and the families of men and woman killed in action (KIA).

"Without the support of donors like 5-hour ENERGY®, the Hero's Wish program would not be successful," said Michael Focareto, CEO and Founder of Vet Tix. "But because of the generous support we have received, Vet Tix has fulfilled wishes at a value totaling nearly $22,000."

As a beneficiary of the Hero's Wish program, Daugherty is preparing for his day in the spotlight. "Thanks to 5-hour ENERGY® and Veteran Tickets Foundation, I'm about to have a once in a lifetime experience and I couldn't be more excited- Go Steelers!"

To learn more about 5-hour ENERGY®, please visit www.5hourenergy.com.

To learn more about the Veteran Tickets Foundation or to sign up, please visit www.VetTix.org. For media inquiry, please contact Heather Raymond, Chief Communications Officer at PressRelease@VetTix.org or 602-703-4729.

About 5-Hour Energy®
5-hour ENERGY® is a liquid energy shot that provides a feeling of energy and alertness that lasts for hours. It contains a blend of B-vitamins and amino acids, zero sugar, four calories, caffeine comparable to a cup of the leading premium coffee. It is available at retail outlets in the United States and Canada as well as throughout the U.K., Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands

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