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3rd HVAF veteran receives Habitat home!
For the third time since 2019, one of HVAF’s veterans has had the opportunity to become a first-time homeowner. Thanks to Habitat for Humanity! A long time coming This time, the opportunity came for Marine Corps veteran Troy. We first…
HVAF Board Member serves Indy’s veterans through Veterans Court
Every Friday morning, you can find HVAF Board Member David Certo at Marion County Superior Court 12 in Indianapolis. In 2015, Judge Certo established a Veterans Court in Indianapolis. According to the Indianapolis Government website: IVC provides a specialized court…
3 Veterans win $100 Kroger gift cards!
Three lucky veterans walked away from HVAF’s food, clothing, and hygiene pantry with more than just their essential items last week. Army veteran Michael, Navy veteran Larry, and Army veteran Andrea won $100 Kroger gift cards – thanks to The…
A Message from the President & CEO: July 2021
Below are sentiments from our President & CEO, Brian Copes: There is a saying among old Soldiers, “The Army never changes and… the Army is always changing.” It was a tongue-in-cheek bit of wisdom to remind (and comfort) us that…
Proctor Place breaks ground on new apartments for homeless veterans
Co-developers HVAF and Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. hosted a ceremonial Groundbreaking at Proctor Place to celebrate the construction start for the new 61-unit, high-quality affordable housing community supported with housing tax credits allocated by the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority…
HVAF’s Employment Team helps veteran obtain CDL license!
Navy veteran Darnell M. first came to HVAF in 2014, he needed help with housing. Since he had a great experience with our case managers, he knew he could come back if he needed help again. Recently, Darnell lost his…
Navy veteran receives new car to help him get to 6 AM job
Navy veteran Michael used to wake up at 3 AM every day for work! “I’m up at 3 in order to catch the bus at 4:40,” Michael said. “I get to work at about 6:10.” Michael works as a cook…
HVAF recognizes and celebrates Juneteenth
On Thursday, June 17, President Joe Biden signed into law the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. HVAF’s office will be closed Monday, June 21, to celebrate this momentous day. Here are a few words from our President & CEO, Brian…
Meet Team HVAF: Rapid Rehousing Coordinator Lauren
Below is a message from our Rapid Rehousing Coordinator, Lauren, on how she serves our veterans and how you can help her team: Who I am My name is Lauren Mardis and I am a proud HVAF employee and new…
A Message from the President & CEO: The upcoming patriotic holidays
Below are sentiments from our President & CEO, Brian Copes, as we look ahead to the upcoming patriotic season: Some thoughts on Flag Day. I was raised to respect the flag and memorized the Pledge of Allegiance, but I don’t…