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January 26, 2026

Engaging with Andrea: The Birthday Brigade!

The Birthday Brigade is Born! Last year, I was approached by the Indiana Society of the National Society Colonial Dames of America, requesting a way they could help support the children we serve at HVAF. Yet, their request came with a caveat: they wanted to […]
March 30, 2026

Engaging with Andrea: An Egg-Citing Day!

The HVAF Veteran Engagement Committee Eggstravaganza: A Burger and Dog Grilling, Squirrel Stealing, Family Feeling, Event! Four years ago, we held our very first Easter Egg Hunt, a small affair at a local park. This event started the Veteran Engagement Committee, a group of staff […]
June 17, 2026

Engaging with Andrea: Daniel’s Journey – Heart of a Lion

Daniel’s Journey – Heart of a Lion   Historic Hinkle Fieldhouse brimmed with excitement as families and friends filed in for this special day. The air smelled of popcorn, the band began the ceremonial march, and graduates filled their seats as the crowd erupted in […]
July 27, 2026

Engaging with Andrea: Transforming Warman into a World of Wonder!

Transforming Warman into a World of Wonder!   I approached HVAF’s property at Warman with Terri, a veteran who has benefited from housing and employment services through HVAF, along with her two little girls in tow. We discussed the carnival on the way, building excitement […]
September 14, 2026

Engaging with Andrea: Witnessing the Wonder of First Milestones

Witnessing the Wonder of First Milestones Through the Veteran Engagement Committee, I have been able to witness some amazing experiences for our veteran families. When an event is a first for one of the kids, their first trip to the zoo, first taste of an […]