House of Heroes holds 10th annual Heart of Serving Luncheon in Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - House of Heroes National hosted its 10th annual Heart of Serving Luncheon Thursday at the Country Club of Columbus, continuing the celebration of veterans and first responders.The nonprofit started in Columbus and has done home repairs for local heroes for the last 26 years.Speakers and performanceFounder and President Wayne Anthony and Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson spoke at the event. News Leader 9 anchor Jason Denis served as emcee.The afternoon focused on community, mission and fellowship. It included a musical performance by Dr. Luca Lombardi of Columbus State and Dr. Serena Scibelli of Georgia State University.Where the money goesAll money raised goes to help the organization continue renovations at the homes of local military veterans, first responders and their families.Susan Wood, executive director of House of Heroes National, said the luncheon is meant to bring people together and introduce the organization to new people.“The Heart of Serving Luncheon i