- www.archives.gov/veterans - Retrieve military service records.
- www.nrc-pad.org - Advanced Psychiatric Directive forms.
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VA.gov VetCenter | Veterans Affairs
Offers readjustment assistance from those veterans coming back from deployment. Call your local VA for more information.
www.vetcenter.va.govVA, readjustment, integration
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VA Events | Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center
Check early and often to see upcoming events at VA New Mexico Healthcare System and regional events.
www.va.gov/new-mexico-health-care/events/va, activities, events, abq, nm
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DAV.org - Disabled American Veterans Charity
DAV is the top veterans charity organization. Volunteer, get help and give to Disabled American Veterans. As a disabled veterans organization, we change lives.
www.dav.orgdav, vso, benefits
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Mighty Oaks | Veteran & First Responder Recovery Programs
Mighty Oaks Foundation is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans, first responders, and their spouses recover from PTSD and trauma. Learn more about our programs.
www.mightyoaksprograms.orgreligious, PTSD, recovery
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Red Cross - Services for Veterans
The Red Cross is proud to offer services to men and women veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Contact your local Red Cross for more.
www.redcross.org/get-help/military-families/services-for-veterans.htmlvarious
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Operation Homefront
From placing a family in permanent housing to supplying military children with back-to-school supplies, our programs support military families so they can thrive, not simply struggle to get by, in the communities – OUR communities – they have worked so hard to protect.
www.operationhomefront.orghomeless, child assistance, grants
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The American Legion a U.S. Veterans Association
The American Legion is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism through diverse programs and member benefits.
www.legion.orgbenfits, homeless, housing, forms, all things VA
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The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.
As the largest and oldest war veterans service organization, we have a long and proven history of providing vital assistance and support to America's service members, veterans and their families. From fighting for veterans benefits on Capitol Hill, to financial grants, transition support and educational scholarships, we're there to ensure current and former service members receive the benefits they've earned and deserve.
www.vfw.orgall things VA, housing, disability, benefits
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Wounded Warriors Family Support & Charities For Veterans
Wounded Warriors Family Support is a top-rated veteran run charity directly serving the needs of our nation & wounded veterans and their families. Call (402) 502-7557.
www.wwfs.orgpurple heart, injured, benefits
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Team Never Quit
Team Never Quit Embodies The Heart of A Warrior Our commitment is to honor those who have fallen, stand with those who have survived, and share their stories that we might inspire others to Never Quit. JOIN TNQ LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Sign Up for Our Newsletter Subscribe to us to always stay in touch […]
www.teamneverquit.commotivation, community
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Folds of Honor - Scholarships for Military and First Responder Families
Folds of Honor is a nonprofit organization that helps provide the families of fallen and disabled service members and first responders educational scholarships.
www.foldsofhonor.orgeducation, scholarship, benefits, family
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Vet2Vet | Gladly Teach, Gladly Learn
Vet to Vet is a consumer/provider partnership program that utilizes veterans in recovery in a peer-counseling capacity to help other veterans. Vet to Vet is administered by veterans who themselves have been consumers of VA mental-health services.
www.vet2vetusa.orgpeer support, mental health
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Veterans Benefits Assistance | Fighting For Our Heroes Foundation | Kissimmee
Fighting For Our Heroes Foundation's purpose is to assist and support all who have sacrificed their blood, sweat, and tears in defense of our great nation. We offer free assistance to veterans who need help with VA Disability Benefits.
www.ffohf.orgbenefits, disability, vso
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VA Benefits Attorneys | Legal Help For Veterans, PLLC
Legal Help For Veterans, PLLC is a nationwide VA Disability Law Firm assisting veterans and their family members in all Federal VA Benefit matters.
www.legalhelpforveterans.comlegal help, benefits, family
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Operation First Response
Financial and family assistance for active duty and disabled veterans. Our support is personalized and practical. We provide assistance with essential living expenses such as rent and mortgage payments utilities, vehicle payments, groceries, clothing and travel expenses related to treatment and recovery.
www.operationfirstresponse.orggroceries, clothing, travel, housing, bill assistance, recovery
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Fisher House Foundation
Are you in need of a home away from home? Fisher Houses provide military families housing close to a loved one in the hospital for an illness, disease or injury.
www.fisherhouse.orgfamilies, caregiver, short-term housing
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Soldiers' Angels
Soldiers’ Angels offers a wide variety of services that benefit all those in the Military-connected community. Food assistance, comfort care for veterans, care-giver support, and more.
www.soldiersangels.orgfood, caregiver, community
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USA Cares
USA Cares provides financial and advocacy assistance to post-9/11 active duty US military personnel, veterans and their families.
www.usacares.orgfinancial assistance, post-9/11
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- www.goodwill.org - Provides services such as housing assistance.
- www.buildinghomesforheroes.org - Housing, emergency funding, and family support.
- www.hfotusa.org - Housing and financial support.
- www.rebuildingtogether.org - Housing and community support.
- www.homesforheroes.com - Help buying and selling homes.
- www.operationfinallyhome.org - Housing for veterans.
- www.nchv.org - Assistance for homeless veterans.
- www.homefrontmilitarynetwork.org - Financial assistance and benefit information.
- www.welcomeveterans.org/vet-programs/resources-for-vets/ - Welcome Home Veterans 1-800-VETHELP.
- www.nchv.org/ - National Coalition for Homeless Veterans.
- www.va.gov/homeless/hud-vash.asp - VA HUD VASH Homeless Veteran program - Contact your local VA office for the VASH Program for Housing vouchers, or dial 1-877-4AID-VET.
- www.teamriverrunner.org - River rafting for veterans.
- www.heroestoheroes.org - River rafting for veterans.12 month program for veterans of combat.
- www.vettix.com - River rafting for veterans.Free and discounted tickets to events.
- www.warriorbeachretreat.org - Retreats for combat wounded Veterans.
- www.heroesnightout.org - Peer-to-peer activities, rehabilitation and family rehabilitation, VSO services, loan specialists, rent/utility assistance, etc. Facility located in Texas but serves visitors.
- www.projectsanctuary.us/ - Therapy retreats in several locations.
- www.veteranswellnessandhealing.org/retreats/ - Retreats for veterans that have been diagnosed with PTSD.
- www.warfighteradvance.org - 7 day retreat/boot camp for active duty and veterans.
- www.samaritanspurse.org/education-2/operation-heal-our-patriots - Retreat in Alaska for veteran couples.
- www.guitars4vets.org - Apply to receive a guitar for free.
- www.operationrevamp.org - Art programs and support for veteran artists.
- www.newhorizonsfoundation.com - Retreat for veterans.
- www.thearmsforces.org - Expeditions for veterans, survivors, and families of the fallen.
- www.vailveteransprogram.org - Active Heroes Retreat.
- www.militaryfamily.org - Help for military families and teens
- www.projectveteranaid.com - Help with benefits for pension and disability.
- www.ourmilitarykids.org - Extracurricular grants for children of deployed, post 9/11 wounded, or Veterans currently in treatment.
- www.rebuildhope.com - Help for families of service members killed in the line of duty.
- www.buildasign.com/troops - FREE “welcome home sign”sign for families returning troops
- www.rebuildhope.com - Help for families of service members
- www.militarychild.org - Support and assistance for military children and parents.
- www.campcorral.org - Camps for kids and veteran families.
- www.nmcrs.org - Financial assistance for Navy and Marine Corp active duty and retired.
- www.afas.org - Financial assistance, emergency travel, and childcare assistance for Air Force active, retired, and veterans.
- www.greenberetfoundation.org - Special Forces specific. Family support, casualty support, transitioning support.
- www.armyemergencyrelief.org - Grants, interest-free loans, and scholarships for Army active, retired, or veteran.
- www.mycgma.org - Financial assistance for Coast Guard active duty and retired.
- www.operationsecondchance.org - 70% or higher rating with $4000 a month in income with honorable discharge. Retreats, scholarships, and financial assistance with necessities like housing and utilities.
- www.veteransairlift.org - Free private air transportation for combat injured veterans for medical or other compassionate purposes.
- www.militarywarriors.org - Housing, transportation, business, and training for wounded only.
- www.saluteheroes.org - Employment resources, financial aid, retreats for OIF wounded veterans with a 30% or higher disability rating.
- www.freedomalliance.org - Scholarships and other assistance for injured veterans and families.
- www.woundedwarriorproject.org - Training and planning for health, finances, careers. For physically OR mentally wounded Veterans.
- www.moonlightfund.org - Assistance to burn victims.
- www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/post-9-11/yellow-ribbon-program/ - Additional VA assistance for those that qualify for the Post 9/11 GI Bill.
- www.operationfamilyfund.org - Assistance for veterans of Operation Enduring Iraqi Freedom.
- www.helpingahero.org - Various types of assistance for severely wounded veterans.
- www.vacationsforveterans.org - Vacations for purple heart recipients.
- www.catchaliftfund.org - Gym memberships, fitness assistance, and therapy for combat injured veterans.
- www.purpleheartfoundation.org - Assistance for Purple Heart recipients.
- www.purpleheart.org - Assistance for Purple Heart recipients.
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Vail Veterans Program
Colorado only. Through rehabilitative sports and recreational activities, Vail Veterans Program helps veterans rebuild confidence and improve lives.
www.vailveteransprogram.orgcolorado, recovery, recreation, activities
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Virginia Department of Veteran Services
Virginia only. The Virginia Veterans Services Foundation is an independent agency of the Commonwealth supporting the interests of veterans and their families through the Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs and is governed by an appointed Board of Trustees. The Foundation provides supplemental funding when state and federal resources are not available. Donations support selected programs and critical services offered through the Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
www.dvs.virginia.govvirginia, benefits, financial assistance, housing, food, family, all things VA
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Hounds for Heroes | Service Dog Training for Veterans & Civilians in Austin
Transform your life with expert Service Dog Training at The Dog Alliance in Cedar Park. Supporting veterans and civilians in the greater Austin area.
www.houndsforheroes.orgservice dog, austin, texas
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Impact a Hero
Texas-specific. Provide opportunities through professional and servant leadership, financial literacy, and camaraderie to enhance the wellbeing and personal growth for veterans and their families. With collaboration and partnership with other veteran service organizations, Impact A Hero strives to reignite the passion of service to active and military veterans.
www.impactahero.orgtexas, financial assistance, leadership, community
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Arizona Military Assistance Mission
Military Assistance Mission provides financial assistance and morale aid to Arizona military and their families and our wounded heroes.
www.azmam.orgarizona, financial assistance, morale
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Active duty, veteran, familyactivities summer and winter in Vail, CO.
www.vailveteransprogram.org
- www.vfw.org/assistance/financial-grants - Veterans of Foreign Wars – Unmet Needs - Unmet Needs will now only assist pre-9/11 era veterans if they have been out less than 3 years.
- www.vfw.org/community/troop-support - Military Assistance Program (MAP) - Only assists deployed service members.
- www.legion.org/ - American Legion - Visit online or call 800-504-4098 and request a representative in your local area. Please note, the Legion will only help pre-9/11 if they are members.
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- www.naavets.org/ - National Association of American Veterans
- www.dvnf.org/ - Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF)
- www.modestneeds.org/ - ModestNeeds.org
- www.operationfirstresponse.org/ - Operation First Response
- www.nmcrs.org/Navy/ - Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)
- www.penfedfoundation.org/ - PenFed Foundation
- www.saluteheroes.org/ - Salute Americas Heroes
- www.fallenpatriotfund.org/ - Fallen Patriot Fund
- www.hopeforthewarriors.org/ - Hope For The Warriors
- www.operationhomefront.org/ - Operation Homefront
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Free for Vets - New Mexico Rail Runner Train Transportation
Rio Metro collaborates to provide safe, accessible, efficient, and innovative transportation services for the benefit of our diverse local communities and the regional economy.
https://www.riometro.org/ImageRepository/Document?documentID=705transportation, free, perks, discounts
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Veterans Inc.
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Purple Heart Cars
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Families of War Veterans
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Cars 4 Christmas
www.cars4christmas.org/