Press Release: Homes For Our Troops Labor Day Weekend Benefit

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the 2026 September Labor Day Weekend benefit for Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on September 6, 2026 from 1PM-4PM SLT at Veteran’s Isle.  

 http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/176/58/3501.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 444 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert celebrates Labor Day Weekend and will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 1PM-4 PM September 6, 2026:


DJ Vincent 1 PM
Erin and Satin 2 PM
Austin Moores 3 PM


Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org

 

Announcement: Special Homes For Our Troops America's 250th Benefit At Veteran Isle

 

 

"We will have one more 250 celebration benefit ...this coming Monday with Noma and I doing a dual stream"

 

Monday July 13th

6 to 8 PM SL time

 

DJ Zack 6PM

Frets Nirvana and Noma Falta - Dual Stream 7PM

 

Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org  

 

https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/177/73/3501

 

 

 

Press Release: HFOT "America's 250th" Benefit Concert July 6

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life, in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the 2026 July 250 benefit for Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on July 6, 2026 from 5PM - 8 PM SLT at Veteran’s Isle.  

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/176/58/3501.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 441 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert celebrates the United States 250th birthday and will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 5 PM- 8 PM July 6, 2026:


DJ Yume Yoshikawa 5 PM
Marqs Desade 6 PM
Grace Loudon 7 PM


Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org 

 

Announcement: Homes For Our Troops June 2026 Benefit Concert

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the 2026 June benefit for Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on June 9, 2026 from 5PM - 8 PM PM SLT at Veteran’s Isle.    http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/176/58/3501.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 437 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 5 PM- 8 PM on June 9, 2026:


DJ Zack 5 PM
Max Kleene  6 PM
Amforte Clarity 7 PM 

Press Release: HFOT May 2026 Benefit

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the 2026 May benefit  Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on MMay 3, 2026 from 1PM - 4 PM SLT at Veteran’s Isle.    http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/176/58/3501.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 433 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 1 PM- 4 PM May 3, 2026:


DJ Sam Carter 1 PM
Anj Gustafson  2 PM
Jak Bnimbl 3 PM


Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org

 

Reader Submitted: Anzac Day Veterans Concert

 

As real-life news centers around the Strait of Hormuz, in 1915 attention was on another straits, the Strait of Gallipoli, also known as the Dardanelles. The Western Allies in World War One wanted to capture it as control of the waterway would better allow them to send supplies to their ally Russia. And on April 25, thousands of Australian and New Zealand soldiers, the Anzac Corps, stormed the shores. But the defenders were well dug in, and the result was a battle that lasted for months and resulted in the Anzac Corps suffering over ten thousand dead before the order was given to retreat. Considered Australia and New Zealand's "baptism by fire," April 25 would later be made Anzac Day, which commemorates the Australian and New Zeeland soldiers who died in the campaign and all servicemen and women of both countries who died in all wars and conflicts. Here in Second Life, there was an Anzac Day event, a fundraiser concert to raise money for veterans. Among those attending were Charlotte Williams, who would send the Newser an article. 

 

Read Charlotte's reader submission in Events.  

 

Over 170,000 Raised at Veterans Benefit Concert

 

 

On Sunday March 8, Veterans Isle hosted a concert to benefit the Homes For Our Troops charity. The fundraiser went from 4 to 7 PM SL time. Things started off with Texas Starchild, dressed in red, white, and blue, DJing some tunes. Among them were, "Unsung Heroes," "You Can't Spell Hero Without Her," and "If You Have a Right to Burn My Flag (Then I Have a Right to Kick Your *ss)."After him at 5PM was guitarist Chapmap Zane. As the event went on, people donated to two house-shaped kiosks on either side of the stafe.

 

By the time the event was over, a total of 171,000 had been raised. 

 

To learn more about Homes For Our Troops: https://www.hfotusa.org  

 

Press Release: Homes For Our Troops Benefit, March 8

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the 2026 March benefit  Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on March 8, 2026 from 4PM - 7 PM SLT at Veteran’s Isle.    http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/176/58/3501.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 430 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 4 PM- 7 PM March 8, 2026:


DJ Texas Starchild 4 PM
Chapman Zane  5 PM
Wolfie Starfire 6 PM


Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org 

 

HFOT Veterans Concert Raises Over 170,000 Lindens

 

On Saturday February 7, Veterans Isle hosted it's monthly benefit concert. The event, organized in part by Frets Nirvana, was to raise money for Hopes For Our Troops. It went from 12 Noon to about 5PM SL time. 

 

DJ Kyle started things off at Noon. At 1PM, it was DJ Texas Starchild's turn on stage. At 2PM came the first live music performance with the popular Austin Moores. Last but not least, at 4PM  Grace Loudon took to the stage. As the performers did their music, people donated to two house-shaped kiosks on either side. 

 

Dropping in on Austin's set, Sandy Hauster called out, "You know why we're here today...we want to repay the sacrifices our Military Troops have made to ensure our safety and way of life.  Let's honor them with your gifts to Home For Our Troops.  They've given us so much.  Kiosks are at the front of the stage." 

 

Over the course of the event, Frets would ooccasionally ffer to add to the donation total once a certain mark had been reached, "Only 2250 to 30k .... when we hit 30k ...I will put in another 2500."

 

For the last some of his event, Austin would step off the stage and sing amongst the crowd. When he was done, Grace Loudon got onto the stage where Austin's stage set had been replaced with her piano, "Grace isn't accepting tips today, we're here supporting Homes For Our Troops, such a desperately needed cause.  Please, send those lovings to the donation boxes to either side of stage."

 

"HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 429 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS."

By the end of the event, a total of 178,315 Lindens had been raised in both kiosks. 

To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org 

 

*Correction* The Newser was informed that DJ Kyle performed for two hours, Noon to 2 PM, and not one.  

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Press Release: HFOT February 2026 Benefit Concert, Feb 7 at 2PM

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the 2026 February benefit  Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on February 7, 2026 from 12PM - 5 PM SLT at Veteran’s Isle.    http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/176/58/3501.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 429 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 12PM-5 PM February 7, 2026:

DJ Kyle 12 PM
DJ Texas Starchild 1PM
Austin Moores 3 PM
Grace Loudon 4 PM


Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org 

 

Homes For Our Troops Benefit Raises Over 100,000 Linden Dollars

 

On Sunday January 4,  a concert was held at Veternas Isle to raise money for Homes For Our Troops, a charity dedicated to improving and building homes for disabled veterans. The event organized by Frets Nirvana would raise a total of over 109,000 Linden dollars.  

 

The event would go from about Noon SL time to 4PM. Besides DJ Morph, there would be live performers, Marqs Desade, Agatha Martin, and Mavenn. 

 

Veterans Isle normally has a fundraiser for the charity about once a month, often on the first weekend of the month (though not always). The next event, baring any last minute change, will be in early February.  

 

To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org  

 

Bixyl Shuftan  

 

Press Release: Homes For Our Troops 2026 Kickoff Benefit

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the 2026 kickoff benefit  for Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on January 4, 2026 from 12PM - 4 PM SLT at Veteran’s Isle.    http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Veterans%20Isle/176/58/3501.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 428 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.  This will now be the 12th year that we have been supporting HFOT in Second Life.” 


This HFOT benefit concert will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 12 PM- 4 PM on January 4, 2026:

DJ Morph 12 PM
Marqs Desade 1 PM
Agatha Knowles 2 PM
Mavenn 3 PM

Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org 

 

Press Release: December 7 HFOT Benefit

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the December 2025 Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on December 7, Pearl Harbor day from 10-2 PM SLT Veteran's Isle Military center.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 425 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 5 PM- 8 PM on October 5:

DJ Zack 10 PM
Quartz 11 PM
Paul Kindhartdman 12 PM
Ed Lowell, Mr. Multiwriter and Wizard Sideshow triple stream 1 PM

Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org

 

Veterans Day Fundraiser Concert Nets Over 140,000 Lindens

 

 On Tuesday November 11, Veterans Day, there was a benefit concert at the Voodoo Bayou Blues & Motown club. The event was to raise money for Homes For Our Troops and lasted from 2 to 12 PM SL time. 

 

 The fundraiser was organized in part by Frets Nirvana, who helped start things off, "Okies ...let's get this right kiosk going !!  I am going to kick it off... HFOTS Mission is to build and donate specially adapted custom homes for severely injured Veterans post-9/11 enabling them to rebuild their lives." DJ Marty, who was the first musician, added, "Since inception as of 1/4/25 HFOT has built 423 homes and donated them and currently have approx. 65 projects in the pipeline." DJ Fae, who was next, remarked, "And hey you guys toss a few more linden in the pot and maybe we can squeeze a few more projects into the pipeline."

Frets would occasionally match donation to keep them rolling along. Fae would also speak more, "Did you guys know that HFOT builds these homes in any state in the country where the Veterans choose to rebuild their lives.  They have currently built in 46 states.  Veterans will typically choose to settle near family and friends, close to medical services and warmer climates.  Prosthetics can easily freeze and the cold weather itself can reap havoc on them. ... So not only is HFOT building houses for our vets, they're also assigning Support Specialists for our vets too!  Just to make sure they're doing okay with the transition back to Civi life and getting all of the help that they need and supplemental services they need! How freaking awesome is that?"

 

By the end of the event, a total of 142,850 Linden dollars had been raised. 

 

Veterans Isle will be the location of the next major HFOT fundraiser, in early December.  

 

To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

Veterans Day

 

 Have an honored Veterans Day

 

 

 Pictures taken at the grounds of Echovets, 

 

For Veterans By Veterans, A group here from RL, to serve our U.S. Veterans, and their family members.  Camaraderie & information about ANYTHING Veteran, Stacy Maracas

"Reach out anytime. We are here for you and to give a hand up, not out."

 

 http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/EchoGroup%20BandofBrothers/139/137/24

Press Release: Veterans Day Homes For Our Troops Benefit Tuesday Nov 11, 2 - 11 PM

 

 Calling on all of our friends to come out on Tuesday November 11th (Veteran's Day!), starting at 2pm at Voodoo Bayou Blues & Motown. We're going to try our very best to raise as much money for a very worthy cause, Homes For Our Troops! We'll be spinning the Blues or Motown for your listening and dancing pleasure. The money we raise will be donated to HFOT to help pay for homes for our disabled Veterans. 

2pm - 3pm SLT - DJ Marty
3pm - 4pm SLT - DJ Fae
4pm - 5pm SLT - LIVE PERFORMANCE SINGER MONICA OOOLALA
5PM - 6PM SLT - DJ Brindle
6pm - 7pm SLT - DJ Train
7pm - 8pm SLT - DJ Yume Yoshikawa
8pm - 9pm SLT - DJ Voltaire Bilasimo
9pm - 10pm SLT - DJ AJ Rover 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tomorrowland%20Estate/112/20/27

⊱♬⊰  VOODOO BAYOU BLUES & MOTOWN
⊱♬⊰  VETERAN'S DAY
⊱♬⊰  TUESDAY NOVEMBER 11th STARTING AT 2PM SLT
⊱♬⊰  HFOT BENEFIT PERFORMANCES!!

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tomorrowland%20Estate/112/20/27

Veterans Isle Raises 50,000 Lindens For HFOT

 

On Sunday November 2, eterans Isle hosted a concert to raise money for Homes For Our Troops, a charity dedicated to improving and building homes for disabled veterans. Baring any further after-event donations, the event organized by Frets Nirvana would raise a total of 50,000 Linden dollars.  

 

The event was scheduled to go from 12 to 3 PM SL time. But the 2 to 3PM event was canceled.  

 

Ricky Haystack will not be performing at 2pm SLT today. Zak Claxton will be our final performer at 1pm SLT. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. 

 

Veterans Isle normally has a fundraiser for the charity about once a month, often on the first weekend of the month (though not always). The next event, baring any last minute plans for a Veterans Day concert, will be in early December.   

 

No Second Life Veterans Tribute This Year

 

For fourteen years, the Second Life Veterans Tribute was a yearly event that honored American and other veterans, both living and deceased. But unfortunately, there will not be one this year. 

 

Eesy Spyker  (Meesoh Honi) would post the following in the Tribute's Discord group:

 

It is with a sad heart to report that this year's SLVT will not be able to be presented this year.  Due to a number of contributors, that make it happen each year, that are going through RL health issues, some with dire family issues/responsibilities and other factors out of our control, we have been unable to work on the tribute and present it this year.  We hope and pray for all involved and will strive to be able to once again provide a place honoring and remembering each and every one of our veterans.

We hope that you all find a place and a manner, in your own way, that you will still honor and remember our veterans.  Each of us contributors from SLVT hope that we will see you out and around SL, in various ways, honoring our veterans.

From all of us here at SL Veterans Tribute we wish all of our veterans, near and far, past and present, a happy and wonderful Veteran's Day, and thank them for the dedication and the price they have paid for us.  

 

Hopefully another event can be organized. But the Veterans Wall, with names contributed by many residents over the years, will be unavailable to see this year.

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Press Release: November HFOT November 2025 Benefit

 

Frets Nirvana, longtime supporter and contact for Homes For Our Troops in Second Life in conjunction with the US Military Veterans Group, announces the November 2025 Homes for Our Troops benefit in Second Life.   The benefit will be held on November 2 from 12-3 PM SLT.

Frets Nirvana states:  “HFOT is a privately funded 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization building specially adapted, mortgage-free homes nationwide for the most severely injured Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan. Most of these Veterans are multiple amputees, paraplegic, quadriplegic or have suffered severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).  Since its inception in 2004, nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent by Homes for Our Troop has gone to directly support Veterans. DURING THAT TIME HFOT HAS BUILT 423 SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOMES NATIONWIDE FOR EXTREMELY INJURED VETERANS.” 


This HFOT benefit concert will feature the following DJ’s and artists from 5 PM- 8 PM on November 2:

DJ Zack 12 PM
Zak Calxton 1 PM
Ricky Hystack 2 PM


Sponsored by Frets Nirvana and the U.S. Military Veteran’s Group of Second Life.  To learn more about Homes for Our Troops visit https://www.hfotusa.org

 

Veterans Isle Raises Over 135,000 Lindens For HFOT

 

On Sunday October 5,  Veterans Isle hosted a concert to raise money for Homes For Our Troops, a charity dedicated to improving and building homes for disabled veterans. Organized by Frets Nirvana, the event would raise a total of 135,926 Linden dollars. 

 

The event was scheduled to go from 2 to 6 PM SL time. But the 5 to 6PM event was canceled.  

 

Veterans Isle normally has a fundraiser for the charity about once a month, often on the first weekend of the month (though not always). The next event will be in early November.