MIAMI, April 26, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic Metals Corporation made a charitable donation to Vets Helping Heroes, a not-for-profit organization that raises funds to sponsor the training of assistance dogs for disabled American veterans and active-duty military personnel recovering from the physical and psychological challenges they suffer as a result of their service to our country. The assistance dogs become a source of much-needed enjoyment for the family members, and provide greater independence to their disabled owners, with specialized skills such as the ability to warn of an oncoming seizure up to ten minutes before one takes place.
Private donors, like Republic Metals Corporation, are the main source of support for Vets Helping Heroes, and private donations like the one made by Republic Metals Corporation, have contributed to the millions of dollars used to train and place 125 dogs with veterans and active-duty personnel in need. Republic Metals, in continuing its responsibility as a Department of Defense-recognized “Patriotic Employer,” is committed to supporting United States active military personnel and veterans, and encourages all who have the financial ability, to please visit the Vets Helping Heroes website to donate.
Headquartered in Miami, Republic Metals was established in 1980 and has since grown to become one of the largest and most respected primary precious metals refineries in the world. Throughout its illustrious history, Republic Metals has displayed excellence in precious metals refining in a manner that is considered environmentally friendly, as demonstrated through its long-standing ISO14001 registration. Republic Metals currently holds listings on the LBMA, Shanghai Gold Exchange, and COMEX with recognitions from the Responsible Jewellery Council, Conflict Free Smelter Initiative, and Ethical Alliance. As an LBMA-designated “Responsible Gold Party,” all business conducted by Republic Metals is performed in accordance with its stringent Patriot Act compliance and supply chain policies.
Website: www.republicmetalscorp.com
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