Local motorcycle club gives back to veterans at transitional shelter

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EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Members of the local Rough Riders Motorcycle Club (RRMC) made a $500 donation on Saturday to veterans at the local Transitional Living Center.

The center houses close to two dozen veterans who are currently in the process of achieving self-sufficiency.

"The fact that we have so many veterans that are in need, these veterans gave so much to our country and our local area," said Julio Ortiz, a RRMC member. "So we are just trying to do our part to give back to them."

Gene Roberts, director of the Veterans' Programs at the Center, said that all donations help. The need often comes in the form of socks or hygiene products and that any donations are appreciated.

Roberts added that these organizations give so much more to the residents of the program than just a donation.


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