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Message HOOSIER VETERANNewsletterGRANTS FOR VETERANSERVICES FY 2026Grant opportunity for nonprofit organizationsserving Indiana veterans concerning:317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaThis Month has meaning for many of ourIndiana Military & Veteran Community April 5 Gold StarSpouses DayBirthdays:Army ReservesApril 23, 1908Air ForceReservesApril 14, 1948March 29Vietnam WarVeterans DayMonth of the Military ChildApril 9 NationalFormer POWRecognitionDayG.V.S.Preventing Veteran SuicideHomeless Assistance:Eliminating homelessnessPreventing near-term homelessnessProviding safe & secure living conditionsAssisting veterans in moving from public housing assistance programs to:Home ownership; orStable, long-term rental statusAssisting veterans with federal and state resourcesProviding therapeutic servicesProviding job training & job search assistance
Friday, May 9, 2025, at Brookshire Golf Club in Carmel, Indiana.All funds raised for At Ease OrchardA veteran-led nonprofit dedicated to supporting military veterans and their familiesthrough agriculture and beekeeping.At Ease offers hands-on training, farm-based education, and opportunities for careerdevelopment in agriculture.Four-person team for $600 or as individual players for $150. Registration Includes:Loaded goodie bagBoxed lunch18 holes of golf with cart A limited number of sponsorships remain available:Reception Sponsor ($4,000)Registration Sponsor ($3,500)Donations of raffle prizes are also welcome and will be recognized during the event. After 30 years of military service, including tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, retired U.S.Army Colonel Joe Ricker now dedicates his life to helping veterans reconnect withpurpose and community through farming. “Farming offers veterans a sense of structure, purpose, and peace,” Ricker said. “Thisevent helps fund the hands-on training and support that veterans need to make thattransition.”317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANFORE!2025 SALUTE TO VETERANS:Awards dinnerAmazing Raffle Drawings50/50Mulligan Package Sponsor ($400)Hole Sponsors ($250)Special thanks to Southern Glazier’s and CookRealty for their Support!
317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANStoryCorps Military VoicesInitiative In-PersonRecordingThe Military Voices Initiativeprovides a platform for veterans,service members, and militaryfamilies to share their stories. Indoing so we honor their voices,amplify their experiences, and letthem know that we—as a nation—are listening.Your Voice, Your StoryWe invite you to share your story with IDVAand each other! Post your personal storiesand experiences that have shaped yourlives while in service, as a veteran, or as afamily member. Your narratives can serveas a guiding light, encouraging fellowveterans to open up and share their ownmeaningful journeys. Each story has thepotential to foster connection andunderstanding within our community.Tell us about your veteran ormilitary storyAmazing opportunity!Recording:Thursday May 1, 2025Location:WFYI Studios1630 North Meridian St.Indianapolis, IN 46202Cost:FreeBook you spot now!
317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANWhat’s HappeningTell us about events to support, serve, andadvocate for your veteran community!We want to know about events happening allacross our great state.Enter your event on the IDVA SUBMIT A VETERAN EVENT online portaladd it to our website calendar!SUBMIT ASUBMIT A VETERAN EVENT!VETERAN EVENT!Find eventsCheck out the IDVAevent calendar today!EVENT CALENDAR
317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANVA News & NotesVA processesone milliondisability claimsfaster than everbeforeVATelehealthstudy recruitingVeterans 60and older
317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANYour IDVAIndiana Benefits Spotlight:Disabled Veteran Hunting & Fishing LicenseMilitary FamilyRelief Fund (MFRF)Learn MoreIndiana VeteransMemorial Cemetery Learn MoreLearn MoreIndiana Veterans HomeQualified veterans can purchase:A one-year license for $2.75 ORA 10-year license for $27.50The license covers the huntingof small game as well asfishing, excluding anystamps.MoreInfo
This Veteran Service office offers assistance in thefollowing:Obtaining your DD-214Discharge ReviewFiling claims for service connected or non-service connected disabilitiesEducation benefitsLow Income Wartime Pension BenefitsSurvivor BenefitsVA Medical CareVA Home LoansG.I. Bill BenefitsVocational RehabilitationBurial BenefitsProperty Tax AbatementTuition and Fee Exemption for Children ofDisabled VeteransMotor Vehicle License PlatesResident Veteran Hunting & Fishing LicenseCONTACT WAYNE COUNTYCVSOSPOTLIGHT Read MoreMichele Padgette, CVSOBuddy Struck, Assistant CVSO401 East Main StreetRichmond, IN 47374MPadgette@co.wayne.in.usMonday - Friday: 8 am - 4 pmOffice: (765) 973-9207Fax: (765) 973-9493317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANWayne CountyGI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANIDVA Partner SpotlightIDVA Partner Feature:This Indiana Veteran Community consists of veterans, family members,caregivers, friends, organizations, and providers that touch veteran lives insome way. IDVA salutes the organizations, agencies, and foundations thatdeliver resources, benefits, and hope. Check out our Partner Feature, followthe links, learn about them and help us support them.Operation Charlie Bravo is committed to helping Veteransfind life-changing, impactful solutions to prevent suicideand homelessness.At OCB, life begins anew when we understand and acceptthese men and women as they are. We assist them to findand develop their gifts and talents as they embrace andcontribute to one another and society.LEARN - COMRADERY - TEAM WORK - BUILD COOL STUFFINFO
LIKE & SHARES t a y c o n n e c t e d !J o i n o u r I D V A t e x t s y s t e m t o d a y !T e x t I D V A t o 7 9 8 4 8Y o u w i l l o n l y r e c e i v e m e s s a g e sc u r a t e d j u s t f o r y o u !317.232.3910 outreach@dva.in.govwww.in.gov/dvaHOOSIER VETERANConnect with IDVA