Mike Plactere backs Paws of War fundraiser as top sponsor

Michael Plactere, founder and CEO of We Buy Long Island Homes Fast, was the largest sponsor of Paws of War’s Red, White & Boots! Country Night fundraiser on May 19 in Bayville. The event raised support for veterans, first responders and rescue dogs, while highlighting Plactere’s broader veteran-focused work on Long Island.

Why it matters: - Paws of War uses donations to provide service dogs, free veterinary care and animal rescue support for veterans and first responders. - Plactere’s sponsorship shows how a local real estate business is tying community philanthropy to a veteran-support mission. - The sponsorship also underscores a business model built around fast, flexible home sales for people facing urgent life changes.

What happened: - Michael “Mike” Plactere, founder and CEO of We Buy Long Island Homes Fast, served as the largest sponsor of Paws of War’s “Red, White & Boots! Country Night” fundraiser. - The event took place May 19, 2026, at the Crescent Beach Club in Bayville, New York. - The fundraiser brought together Long Island veterans, first responders and supporters for an evening of country music and recognition. - Fox & Friends First host Todd Piro helped host the event. - News 12 Long Island and Fox News covered the evening. - The event recognized seven veterans for their service.

The details: - Live performances came from Vavo, Tyler Kinch and Casey Wayne. - Proceeds support Paws of War’s mission of “helping both ends of the leash,” which pairs rescued dogs with veterans and first responders. - Funding also supports service dogs for veterans coping with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. - Paws of War also operates a mobile veterinary clinic that provides free care to pets of veterans. - The nonprofit rescues animals from conflict zones. - Plactere said supporting Long Island veterans is deeply important to him and called the sponsorship an honor. - Plactere said the company plans to keep supporting the cause for years to come.

Between the lines: - The sponsorship fits a broader pattern of veteran-focused giving by Plactere across Long Island. - In one client video review, We Buy Long Island Homes Fast helped a local veteran sell a home quickly on the seller’s timeline to avoid added stress. - The company’s pitch centers on cash, as-is home purchases with no repairs, no agent commissions and no fees. - We Buy Long Island Homes Fast says it can close in as little as a week when speed matters. - That flexibility can matter for veterans and families dealing with relocation, financial changes or inherited property sales. - Plactere said the company’s goal is to make selling a home on Long Island simple, fair and stress-free.

What's next: - Homeowners who need to sell quickly can call We Buy Long Island Homes Fast at (631) 825-8747 or request a no-obligation cash offer online. - Readers can visit Paws of War to learn more about the nonprofit or support its mission. - We Buy Long Island Homes Fast says it will continue backing veteran-related causes.

The bottom line: - The fundraiser highlighted both a nonprofit serving veterans and a Long Island cash buyer using its platform and profits to support the same community.