Since its founding three years ago, Texans United For Freedom has championed veterans, active-duty military, first responders and law enforcement officers, board member Jason Rinn said. “Our mission is to support and honor those who support us,” he said. “We believe that they deserve more recognition and honor than they’re getting.” The organization partners with Lone Survivor Foundation to serve veterans and features a TUFF Kids component that involves children in giving back to community members, Rinn said. TUFF’s largest fundraiser, Cooking 4 Courage, features cookoff competitions and other activities during Veterans Day weekend. Previously held in Unity Park, the multiday event will be held in Conroe at the Lone Star Convention & Expo Center this fall to accommodate additional guests, Rinn said. Additionally, Rinn said TUFF is launching a program that offers scholarships for veterans to attend police and fire academies. Upon graduating, these recipients will be guaranteed a job in Montgomery County. “We’re trying to make a bigger impact on the county,” Rinn said. “This is not a Magnolia thing anymore.” Texans United for Freedom 469-626-8833 www.tufffoundation.org