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Living the MLK legacy with service to homeless veterans
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” Students representing the IUPUI Black Student Union with other volunteers from the university’s Black Faculty and Staff Council will answer that…
HVAF partners with Midwest Food Bank
Oftentimes, veterans come to HVAF with nothing but the clothes on their back and entering a new year is no different. To help, Midwest Food Bank is partnering with HVAF for the first time to supply over 4000 pounds of…
A meal makes a difference
For a third year, the Ernie Pyle VFW Post 1120 in Indianapolis served a big Thanksgiving meal for veterans at HVAF. “We are honored to continue this tradition during the holidays,” says Cloyce Cornett, Post Commander. “It makes me feel…
A homeless vet dishes up warm meals
Reggie O., 57, entered the Marines with a passion for cooking and a long resume working at restaurants. When he finished his military service in 1975, Reggie came home, married in Nashville, Tennessee, had one child, bought a house and,…
College Park to serve meals to homeless vets
When David W., 67, an Army veteran, returned from military service he felt relieved. But, as he tried to move forward after serving in the Army, difficulties confronted him. “My life was chaotic before coming to HVAF,” David says. “I…
Formerly homeless veteran helps other veterans
After leaving the Air Force in 1981, James M., 53, was doing pretty well. “I was living a pretty successful life. If there was unemployment, I was able to navigate that. Unfortunately, I became addicted to drugs. It started out…
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…
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…
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.…
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. …