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January 14, 2026

FROM ROCK BOTTOM TO ROCK SOLID | BRIAN’S STORY

When you support HVAF, you aren’t just funding shelter or paying for a meal. You are providing a turning point for veterans who have experienced the hardest moments of their lives. You are giving these heroes the stability they need to rebuild, recover, and dream […]

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 […]

January 27, 2026

Our Drive To Change Lives – Daniel’s Road to Stability

Our Drive To Change Lives – Daniel’s Road to Stability For many veterans, the transition from military service to civilian life isn’t a single moment—it’s an ongoing journey. For Army veteran Daniel, that journey began in 2001. Daniel had nearly a decade of service, being […]

February 11, 2026

Finding Sanctuary – How You Helped This Hoosier Hero

Finding Sanctuary When you support HVAF, you give veterans like Brad a lifeline during their most vulnerable times. Brad served in the Air Force in the early 80s, answering the call to serve right out of high school because he “wanted to do his part.” […]

February 11, 2026

Count Your Blessings

Growing up in a small country church, as a child I learned a hymn called “Count Your Blessings.” I’ve sung it hundreds of times, but this week, amid record snow and extreme cold, I finally understand it. Count your blessings. Name them one by one. […]

March 3, 2026

My Time As An Intern At HVAF

My time as an HVAF Intern: My name is Casey Walls, and I recently served as the Marketing Intern at HVAF, beginning last August. It has always been a goal of mine to be part of an organization that has a positive impact on the […]

March 10, 2026

S.A.V.E. a Veteran

Recently, the Department of Veterans Affairs released the 2025 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, which sadly reported that during calendar year 2023, 6,398 veterans died by suicide. While this number represents a decrease in the total number of deaths, the Veteran Suicide Rate per […]

March 12, 2026

Catching Up With Pamela!

Catching up with Army Veteran Pamela! You might remember Pamela’s story from a few years ago. Thanks to you, she transitioned from homelessness to a secure place at Manchester Apartments. Since then, Pamela has found true stability, living independently and only needing support from […]

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 […]

April 8, 2026

A New Season, A New Host: Roger That Returns

On March 29, HVAF launched the third season of our podcast. Roger That is an opportunity to share more about our mission, our partners, and the veterans we serve. And, for the first time, I am the host! I am excited to share impactful stories […]

April 8, 2026

Terris Triumph

Terri’s Triumph! For Navy veteran Terri, family has always been her top priority. When tough times hit and housing became uncertain, Terri did everything in her power to keep her children safe and shield them from the realities of the situation. She spent her last […]

April 16, 2026

Going Above & Beyond!

Going Above & Beyond! </p> Terri’s story continued Last week, you heard all about Terri’s Triumph. Terri a Navy veteran faced overwhelming challenges after an emergency medical situation left her without a job and a home. For over a year, she and her young children […]