GSP Honors Veterans by Supporting Hero Pups This Veteran’s Day

At Granite Shore Power (GSP), we’re proud to be home to a diverse and dedicated workforce, including many military veterans who bring invaluable experience, leadership, and resilience to our organization. In appreciation of these selfless individuals, GSP holds an annual tradition allowing our veteran employees to choose a charity they’re passionate about. Each Veteran’s Day, GSP donates to this organization, chosen by our veterans, to honor their service and to support causes that resonate deeply with those who have served our country.

This year, our veteran community selected Hero Pups, a New Hampshire-based organization that provides specially trained support dogs to veterans and first responders facing service-related trauma. These dogs offer much more than companionship—they empower veterans with increased independence and a renewed sense of peace.

Hero Pups’ mission aligns with GSP’s values of community, resilience, and support. Using 100 percent of donations to acquire, train, and place dogs, Hero Pups minimizes costs, reduces wait times, and ensures that every dollar raised reaches as many veterans and first responders as possible. “We chose to support Hero Pups because of their strong focus on veteran assistance, especially within New Hampshire,” said Robert Lussier, a US Navy Reserve veteran and a valued member of our team. “Recognizing the long and demanding process involved in pairing these trained dogs with veterans in need, we wanted to make a meaningful impact. This initiative was more than just a financial contribution—it was a collective effort. Together, our team, led by the veterans among us and supported by the broader community of employees, came together to actively support the cause. By uniting behind Hero Pups, we hope to play a part in helping veterans access the support they deserve.”

For many veterans, the transition back to civilian life comes with unique challenges, including mental health struggles like PTSD. Hero Pups addresses this critical need by providing trained service dogs that can have a profoundly positive impact on veterans’ well-being. US Air Force veteran Stephen Simeone shared, “Hero Pups holds a special meaning for me as a veteran. I know firsthand the positive impact a service dog can have on veterans struggling with PTSD and other mental health challenges. Giving back to the community is incredibly important to me, and when GSP announced this initiative, I felt compelled to get involved. I have friends who would truly benefit from this opportunity. Through our efforts, we’re not only supporting veterans and first responders but actively contributing to something that makes a real difference.”

By celebrating the contributions of our veterans and supporting the charities they care about, GSP aims to foster a workplace where everyone feels a sense of community and belonging. Our commitment to supporting veteran causes like Hero Pups allows us to extend the impact of GSP’s values beyond our walls and into the New Hampshire community. This Veteran’s Day, we are honored to support Hero Pups in their mission to serve those who have selflessly served our country.