The Maine Mariners are dedicated to honoring the bravery and sacrifice of military personnel through engaging community events and partnerships that support veteran services.
The highlight of the Military Appreciation Night with the Maine Mariners, sponsored by Martin’s Point, was a ceremonial puck drop by Coast Guard veteran Doug VanKampen, a graduate and volunteer of Maine Paws for Veterans. Doug was joined at center ice by his service dog, Buster, and Kristina Couch, Buster's foster mom and a board member of the program. This special event also included a $5,000 donation presented by Martin's Point to Maine Paws for Veterans, supporting their mission to connect veterans with service dogs. In a touching addition, Doug’s wife, Corrie VanKampen, also a Coast Guard veteran, was honored with a quilt from Quilts of Valor as a token of appreciation for her service and sacrifice.
In 2023, Martin's Point joined forces with the Maine Mariners for another thrilling Military Appreciation Night, gifting US Family Health Plan members complimentary rinkside tickets for an unforgettable experience!
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