Support Matt's Path To Healing with A Service Dog

Hello, I'm Matt, a 31 year old USMC Veteran from the greater Chicagoland-area. Although I've had many different titles in my life, Husband and Father are the ones most important to me. My Wife and Sons truly are the forces that have saved my life time and time again.

I had the honor of serving in the United States Marine Corps as a Machine Gunner. Although my time was cut short due to the development of mental health issues, I still hold this title very close to my identity. During my time in the military, I faced challenges that have left a lasting impact on my mental health. I have been formally diagnosed by the VA with General Anxiety Disorder, and Chronic-Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, conditions that have made it difficult for me to navigate everyday life. However, I have found a beacon of hope and healing through The Malinois Foundation and in the form of a Service Dog.

The Malinois Foundation is an organization that helps not only Veterans, but women survivors as well, and even children with special needs to purchase and train a service dog to suit their individual needs. I would be honored if you found yourself able to donate to my cause. Any money donated will go directly to The Malinois Foundation to help fund the purchase of my service dog, and go towards its extensive training program. This type of training is very labor intensive, and can get very expensive, that's where the foundation helps by partnering with local dog trainers and following a training program that is custom to an individual's needs.

Any contribution whether big or small, can make a substantial impact on my journey. Even by just sharing this fundraiser, you can help more than you may realize. Thank you for taking the time to read my story, and considering my request for assistance. Your support is invaluable in helping me regain my life and happiness. Together, we can make a difference.

Matthew Bragg