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By Bill Dante
Chairman of the Board
Former Texas Rangers Foundation
Come join us and support the legendary, iconic, historical and world renowned Texas Rangers!
The charitable organization is an official 501 (c) 3 non-profit entity whose goal is to support historical preservation, charitable and educational efforts and the programs of the Rangers.
The organization believes it is critical to the greatness of Texas to encourage the next generation of Texans to practice the five character traits of the Texas Rangers: courage, determination, integrity, dedication and respect.
How would you like to meet some former and current Texas Rangers?
You might even have the opportunity to work on some fun events side by side.
In Fredericksburg Texas, on pristine, picturesque hill country land, sits the Texas Rangers Heritage Center. It’s in the city limits right on Highway 290.
Situated on twelve beautiful acres with a very large covered/outdoor
pavilion it’s available to rent for all types of events such as weddings, private parties, business meetings or large galas. As you drive through the massive gates you can feel and see the Texas history. The exquisitely detailed life size bronze sculpture garden depicts statues of legends and heroes from the past.
The Heritage Center is right next to historical Fort Martin Scott. Combined together it is about twenty four acres and lends itself to family fun and some history to be learned. Also, look for a tall Campanile bell tower with the Texas Rangers Star. Next to the tower is the Texas Rangers Ring Of Honor which commemorates every Texas Ranger, by name, killed in the line of duty starting from approximately 1823.
Now all of the above is Phase One of the Texas Rangers Heritage Center but in a few short months Phase Two will be started and completed.
It will be a 30,000 square foot interactive museum. You haven’t seen the likes of it in Texas. It will feature not only Texas history but the history of the world famous Texas Rangers.
I mentioned earlier about meeting and helping the Texas Rangers. Here is how! You can join not one but possibly two different organizations.
The first is the Texas Rangers Association. If you are a former Texas Ranger or a direct descendent then the ASSOCIATION is for you. People are surprised when they start looking at their family tree and realize they have a Texas Ranger that is part of their bloodline.
The second opportunity is to join the Former Texas Rangers FOUNDATION.
Everyone is invited to join the foundation, male or female. The foundation is for anyone that doesn’t have a Texas Ranger in their family history but still wants to be a part of the organization.
Become a member and be involved as little or as much as you would like.
You can start the process right now by going to their website TRHC.org.
Look around and then make sure you press the “join” button.
You will then pick the rank you would like to be, starting with Private and going all the way to the rank of Major!
Now there is a one time dollar donation associated with the different particular ranks. Once you join, you will receive an official silver or gold plated badge with your rank that can be worn at official events.
In addition you will receive a dress shirt with the Texas Ranger Foundation logo embroidered over the pocket. You will also receive a beautifully framed 16” X 22” official certificate with your name, rank and it will be signed by a former Texas Ranger. This will look great hanging in your home or office.
As I mentioned you will have the opportunity to be involved as much as you would like during the year. Our objective is not only preserving Texas history but also raising dollars for scholarships to be awarded to the children of today’s Texas Rangers.
There is always a committee you can join to help plan and volunteer at our events. One example is our annual gala to be held on October 15th of 2022 in San Marcos.
Our entertainment for the evening will be the legendary, iconic Michael Martin Murphy and his band.
We have lots to do to get ready for that special occasion. Plus, there are many other events that you can choose from to help or sometimes just come and enjoy the event.
If you have questions you can always call us at 830-990-1119.
Someone will be happy to help you.
Everything we do in the organization is based on Texas history, education and learning for our future generations!
