Advocacy Archives | Page 2 of 18 | HVAF
August 27, 2013
August 27, 2013

Mentor from past leads veteran to become positive influence

Paul D. Shafer, president of the Packer Collegiate Institute, once said that there is no greater influence for a person than the life of another person worth emulation. James S., 52, U.S. Army veteran, saw this positive influence in the men in uniform who used to visit […]
Do you like it?
Read more
September 16, 2013
September 16, 2013

NFL star motivates homeless veterans

It’s not every day that you have a former first round draft pick and three-time NFL Pro-Bowler greet veterans at HVAF of Indiana. On Wednesday, Tarik Glenn, offensive tackle who played for the Indianapolis Colts, shared his on and off-the-field life lessons to more than […]
Do you like it?
Read more
September 26, 2013
September 26, 2013

Stand Down helps veterans stand up

Ralph McClury receives items at Stand Down Making his way through crowds of veterans lined up for free haircuts, legal assistance and employment advice, Ralph McClury, a former HVAF client, received services and goods he needed.Ralph McClury, a 59-year-old Army veteran and former HVAF client, […]
Do you like it?
Read more
September 26, 2013
September 26, 2013

22nd Heartland Film Festival benefits HVAF

Whether you enjoy running or watching a good film, there are several ways to support HVAF. The Heartland films will benefit HVAF this year. Tickets are available for online purchase now through October 26th. The tickets are $9 per person (online) with $2 going to […]
Do you like it?
Read more
September 26, 2013
September 26, 2013

The Home Depot Foundation Offers Grant and Benefits Veteran

Korean War Veteran Cliff Craig has been married to his wife, Pat, for 60 years. He is legally blind and she is his full-time caregiver. After years of living in their home, their appliances were not working, the flooring was not stable and the home […]
Do you like it?
Read more
October 31, 2013
October 31, 2013

Help HVAF welcome veterans like Ken with open arms this fall

When HVAF welcomed Ken N. in August, he had nothing. The U.S. Army veteran let alcohol get the best of him. He went from traveling the world with the Army to working full time at several different jobs to being completely homeless with no food, shelter, or transportation. […]
Do you like it?
Read more
October 31, 2013
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 […]
Do you like it?
Read more
November 1, 2013
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 […]
Do you like it?
Read more
November 1, 2013
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 […]
Do you like it?
Read more
November 18, 2013
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 […]
Do you like it?
Read more
1234...18