Thomas Gasta, Author at HVAF

October 31, 2013

IndyCar community to kick-start veterans projects to benefit HVAF

The IndyCar community will honor HVAF veterans this month with a service project that includes hosting several area donation drives (canned good and hygiene items) now through November 9. On November 9, IndyCar crew members and staff will take part in a renovation project at the Jackson […]

November 1, 2013

HVAF named Simons Bitzer & Associates Contest Winner

We received some exciting news at HVAF! Simons Bitzer & Associates, a locally owned and operated accounting firm in Indianapolis, named HVAF as their winner in their local charity contest. Simons Bitzer was looking for new charities to support and did research on local charities […]

November 1, 2013

Associated Builders and Contractors Renovate Garage at Loyd House

HVAF was fortunate to have contractors from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) volunteer to remodel the garage at HVAF’s Loyd House. Randen Miller, HVAF’s maintenance director, commented on how valuable this will be. “This will be a much needed improvement for storing donations and […]

November 1, 2013

Former soldier looks back on World War II experience as just another day in life

Woodrow Hairl It’s the duffle bag Sgt. First Class Woodrow Hairl used when he enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II. He still uses it today. Ask the 87-year-old Greenville, Mississippi man about his war-time experiences and he’ll be happy to fill you […]

November 18, 2013

40,000 Pounds of Giving teams up with HVAF

Bring canned and packaged food to the annual Circle of Lights Celebration downtown on Monument Circle on 11/29 for collection by 40,000 Pounds of Giving for veterans at HVAF. HVAF staffers will be along the Circle to collect your canned food donation. You can also […]

November 19, 2013

Unique Home Solutions partners with HVAF for fundraiser

Check presentation 11/19 Unique Home Solutions, one of the largest home remodeling companies in Indiana, raised more than $21,700.00 for HVAF during a year-long fundraiser that culminated with a Hog Roast Dinner Veterans Day weekend at Sully’s Bar & Grill. “I admired my cousins who […]

November 19, 2013

HVAF hosts Marion County delegation

HVAF held its first ever legislative breakfast on November 8th to share information with our state elected officials. Several members of the Marion County delegation met with HVAF board members and staff for breakfast and a tour of the facility. We were pleased to share […]

November 19, 2013

HVAF program extends to outlying counties

HVAF can help veteran families with rental and utility assistance for those who qualify for its Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program. HVAF has expanded this program to include several counties. In October 2011, United Way of Central Indiana (UWCI) was awarded a grant […]

November 19, 2013

IndyCar community helps renovate veteran home

A downstairs half bathroom and new flooring were welcome additions to Jackson House, which provides supportive housing for U.S. Armed Forces veterans. A pool table in the living room of the downtown Indianapolis residence was an unexpected gift. So were tickets to the Indiana Pacers […]