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Local nonprofit asks LaPorte County for recognition; county counsel requests documentation

LaPorte County Board of Commissioners · January 7, 2026
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Andrew Killen of Helping Hoosiers Heroes asked the LaPorte County commissioners for formal recognition and a nonfinancial partnership; county counsel and staff said the county typically requires vetting and directed him to provide his 501(c)(3) determination and meet with the Veterans Service Officer.

Andrew Killen, president and executive director of Helping Hoosiers Heroes, used the public-comment period at the Jan. 7 LaPorte County commissioners meeting to ask the board to formally recognize his nonprofit and to authorize a nonfinancial partnership with county departments for workforce development, veteran services and outreach.

"This request does not involve any funding and does not…

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