From Red Carpet to Race Track: Veteran Fellowship
- Robert W. Hess
- Aug 12
- 2 min read
Fellows,
As always, thank you for being a part of this extraordinary community. Your commitment to our mission—to drive purpose, opportunity, and healing for veterans—is what keeps us moving forward, faster and farther than we could alone.
This past month, we had the privilege of partnering with Amazon MGM Studios to offer exclusive Fellowship access to two major world premieres in New York City: Heads of State and The Terminal List: Dark Wolf.
These events weren’t just glamorous red carpets—they were powerful opportunities to elevate the visibility of our cause and connect our Fellows with leaders across entertainment, defense, and philanthropy. And there’s more ahead: we’re planning Fellowship screening events in Dallas this September and Los Angeles in December, so stay tuned for details.

Mark your calendars for October 11–12, when we return to Summit Point Motorsports Park in West Virginia for the 5th Annual Top Dog Championships. This year, we’re reserving four exclusive spots for Fellows to get behind the wheel of the Rally4Vets race car and experience the track firsthand. Whether you’re a driver or cheering from the paddock, this is one event you don’t want to miss.
We’re also excited to announce that the Vettys are back. This signature event returns in January 2026 in Washington, DC, honoring veteran service organizations and the individuals making a real difference in our community. It’s our opportunity to celebrate impact, resilience, and leadership in action.
Looking ahead to summer 2026, we’ve begun planning the Rally4Vets America 250 Tour, a cross-country journey to amplify our message and connect with veterans nationwide. While the route is still in development, we’ll be making powerful stops, including Taylor Kitsch’s Howlers Ridge veteran healing center in Bozeman, Montana, Glacier National Park, and Little Bighorn Battlefield.
Back on the home front, we’ve begun building our Fellowship Gallery—a place to spotlight the unique stories of our members, from military service to entrepreneurial achievement. If you’re a veteran business owner or have a story that reflects our shared values of service, resilience, and leadership, we want to feature you.
Together, we are creating more than a network—we’re building a force for good. If you’re reading this and haven’t yet joined the Fellowship, this is your invitation. There’s a seat at the table for you.
Learn more at Rally4Vets/DVEN Fellowship
With gratitude and momentum,
Robert