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April 5, 2021
April 5, 2021

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 volunteer for a veterans organization […]
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November 14, 2024
November 14, 2024

Operation Alpha’s Triumph for Veterans

In the heart of Indianapolis, a remarkable event unfolded as HVAF’s 11th Annual Operation Alpha fundraising event took center stage. With an overwhelming response from our community, tickets sold out more than a month ahead, marking our very first completely sold-out night! The event, presented […]
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November 19, 2024
November 19, 2024

Engaging with Andrea: A Night with the Stars!

For 27 years, the Pacers have organized their “Come to Our House” dinner at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for non-profits dedicated to ending homelessness in Indianapolis, and this marks the third year in a row that star point guard Tyrese Haliburton has hosted this wonderful event. The […]
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November 19, 2024
November 19, 2024

Alan’s Journey of Resilience and Hope

Meet Alan, a former Marine who transitioned to civilian life in 1996 and has overcome significant challenges in his life. After experiencing five years of homelessness, Alan found hope through the support of HVAF by joining our transitional housing and VetWorks programs. “I just needed […]
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December 10, 2024
December 10, 2024

An impactful semester at HVAF with Mackenzie

My name is Mackenzie Triscik, and I am currently serving as the Marketing & Communications Intern at HVAF. I began my internship in August and am set to wrap up this week. I’ve always wanted to work for an organization that positively impacts the community, […]
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January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025

Engaging with Andrea: A Holiday Season to Remeber

Christmas time is especially important for children, as their innocence provides dreams of Santa leaving their most sought after wishes under the Christmas tree. Thanks to the generosity of our community partners, HVAF provided gifts for a total of 62 families, 375 individuals, hoping to […]
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January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025

Serving Up Hope: How HVAF Helped James Rediscover His Passion for Cooking

When James first approached HVAF, he was looking for more than just assistance—he was searching for a second chance. A Navy veteran hailing from Chicago, James had faced his share of challenges after leaving the military. But thanks to his determination, a heartwarming passion for […]
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