Veterans Program
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(9/19/2025) 🇺🇸Session Two of our Veterans Program 🇺🇸
Our veterans spent today building trust and connection — with each other and with their horses. 🐴💙 Team-building activities and hands-on time with the horses made for an inspiring day of growth and partnership.
(9/11/25) Session 1
Today we kicked off our new veterans program with connection, teamwork, and of course — time with the horses! From grooming to group activities to sharing reflections, it was a powerful start to this journey together.
We are grateful to our veterans, our horses, and our team for making day one so meaningful!
And, a huge thank you to the Oscar J. Tolmas Foundation for making it possible to provide this program free of charge for our veterans! 🇺🇸
Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust
Oscar J. Tolmas was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, a Veteran of WWII, and an attorney and real estate developer. Horse racing was a passion of Tolmas. In his last will and testament, he formed the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust to help charitable organizations fulfill their missions. His legacy and generosity will live on in the hearts of many.
New Heights gratefully acknowledges the enormous support of the Oscar J. Tolmas Foundation whose continued support has propelled our mission and enabled so many Veterans, adults, and children with cognitive, physical, and emotional challenges to experience the healing power of the horse.
Oscar’s Legacy
Mr. Tolmas was dedicated to giving back to his community. In his last will and testament he formed the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust to help other charitable organizations with their missions. He left all of his estate to the trust.
About the Trustees
Mr. Tolmas selected Vincent J. Giardina, CPA and Lisa N. Romano, CPA for the Trustee positions. Mr. Giardina was Mr. Tolmas’ CPA for approximately 20 years. Mrs. Romano worked directly for Mr. Tolmas for 15 years.
