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HVAF’s Rapid Rehousing helps veteran & wife with rent amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
Tough reality of life after war After serving in the military for 10 years, Army veteran Andre felt ready for civilian life. Although people tried to help him with his transition out of the military, he thought he didn’t need…
Meet HVAF’s first-ever therapist!
According to Veterans Affairs, 1.7 million Veterans received treatment in a VA mental health specialty program in 2018. And we know many of the veterans we serve here in Indianapolis battle mental health challenges every single day. At HVAF, we are making…
Check out our veterans’ vision boards!
According to Veterans Affairs, 1.7 million Veterans received treatment in a VA mental health specialty program in 2018. And we know many of the veterans we serve here in Indianapolis battle mental health challenges every single day. At HVAF, we…
Friends & Auxiliary members volunteer together
When our veterans come to HVAF‘s pantry, they are bound to see a familiar face or two. That’s because we are so blessed to have several dedicated volunteers who have helped in our pantry for years. Two of those volunteers…
HVAF receives Best Places to Work Award!
Earlier this year, we received the good news of being named one of Indiana’s Best Places to Work! All companies that participated in the 2021 Best Places to Work program receive an in-depth evaluation identifying strengths and weaknesses according to…
Veteran receives a FREE car thanks to Indiana’s American Legion!
Thanks to a local attorney and the American Legion Department of Indiana, one of our veterans received a FREE car! Indianapolis attorney Kevin Alerding reached out to the Legion and asked about a veteran who needs a means of transportation.…
HVAF’s Social Worker earns LCSW!
Introducing Kascha, LCSW! Being part of Team HVAF The day after she officially became a Licensed Social Worker, Kascha received a job offer for HVAF. Six years later, she still loves being a part of Team HVAF! Working for veterans…
“Make HVAF one of your stops!” -JaMarlon to his fellow vets
Starting over In the beginning of 2020, Army National Guard veteran JaMarlon found himself starting his life over. After being incarcerated for all of 2019, he needed help finding a home and a job. While in jail, he first heard…
Husband & wife veterans volunteer at HVAF together
Husband and wife Diane and Mike Norton are current HVAF volunteers and former veterans. Diane, a Navy veteran, and Mike, an Air Force veteran, met on a blind date while stationed in Las Vegas. “We hit it off, and we’ve…
Sisters volunteer at a veterans organization in honor of father
When deciding where to volunteer, sisters Jen and Carolyn knew they wanted to volunteer at a veterans organization. Carolyn looked through an e-mail that listed volunteer opportunities, and one organization caught her eye: Helping Veterans And Families. The reason to…