United War Veterans Council Inc

Today, July 16, 2021, we had Jason and Edward from uwvc pick up all of our donations. They were very courteous and handled everything with care. It made us feel good that the donations were appreciated and would be used by our vets. As more items become available we will call for further pickups.
Respectfully,
Vera & Warren Ernst

As a Social Worker, I run sessions for veterans within the context of equine assisted psychotherapy. UWVC’s Health and Wellness Program has been coming for sessions at the farm since 2016. The dedication of the UWVC has allowed veterans to experience the healing power of both horses and nature. At the farm, they have learned not only horsemanship skills and healing, but also how to find new ways of exploring life outside of the military. My goal each week is for the veterans to develop a relationship with the horses and incorporate the lessons learned during the sessions with the horses into their daily lives.

UWVC has created a community within our county as well. Before coming to the farm, the veterans are presented with a complimentary lunch at Texas Roadhouse or for a meal at our local pizza shop. After their time with me and the horses at the farm, they often finish their day with a beautiful walk in the woods or at the beach in our county parks. This holistic approach: a sense of community, equine therapy, outdoors, and exercise is essential for healthy mental health. This is a great example of self care, establishing a healthy routine, and the importance of animals and nature.

This is made possible by UWVC and I have personally seen the veterans benefit from this program tremendously. I am so grateful that the UWVC is dedicated to creating unique programs and therefore, I get to share the magic of horses with the veterans.

UWVC employs true professionals who understand what Veterans need. All my interactions with the men and women of UWVC have been rewarding and personally enriching. UWVC directs and hosts the NYC Veterans Day Parade, and that is a wonderful production to behold! Veterans from all generations, and the organizations who represent Veterans all proudly march through mid-town with chins high and flags waving proudly. The cheering spectators are patriots of the highest order. Thank you to the UWVC for all you do!!

I am a Gold Star Mother. Over the years I seen how the UWV Council has helped our Veterans with the various programs that they run and it is truly amazing.
Last year, I was able to take some videos of several Korean War Veterans. These were used a part of the Virtual Veterans Day parade. These vets were so proud and it meant a lot to they're families as well. The Council's kindness and caring for the veteran and their families is evident in everything they do.
Cindy Malmo

UWVC has been partnering with us at SailAhead for years in order to combat the veteran suicide epidemic state-side. Together we have taken countless military veterans and their family members sailing, to heal from the invisible wounds of war, PTSD/PTS and depression.

As co-founder of SailAhead, we couldn’t have asked for a better team to work with. UWVC shares our core values to help military families and veterans, and their proactive attitude is imperative for organizing the types of events we have at SailAhead, and for the iconic Veterans Day Parade.

UWVC makes a difference! Shoutout to Mark and the team for always being there for us, with us, and for always delivering quality work and dedication.

Have worked with UWVC for 5 years donating to their program. All transactions have been seamless. We’re currently in a major location move and they’re our Go To! Our support is a drop in the bucket compared to the tireless efforts of the many volunteers that provide support to the UVWC Programs for Veterans. This Organization IS Veteran support!

My first event with UWVC was a Veterans Day ruck – from the initial event, I knew it was an organization I wanted to be involved with. I’ve been a volunteer for several years now, and have seen first-hand how UWVC’s rucking events other health and wellness programs have a direct, positive impact on veterans lives. With its small staff and dedicated volunteer team, UWVC also produces the NYC Veterans Day parade. UWVC’s commitment to all veterans is evident in everything they do. Whether you’re looking to donate money or time, know that your donation will help directly support veterans and veterans programs. To me, any time spent supporting America’s veterans is time well spent.

Over the past 3 to 4 years I've worked as an unpaid UWVC Advisory Council Member and have taken on the role of lead ruck coordinator on behalf of GORUCK and have volunteered for the council at the NYC Veteran's Day Parade and various other events they lead throughout the year. As a civilian, I'm honored to be able to work with the UWVC in any capacity as I see my time spent as a productive way to show my appreciation for our nation's veterans.

I am a civilian and a part of Team RWB. I have had the humbling honor and privilege to be involved with and volunteer at numerous events held by the United War Veterans Council (UWVC). I have witnessed first hand the their commitment, enthusiasm, leadership and plan for success mentality with a sole focus on our Veterans and our Veteran community. I have been fortunate enough to know a few of the members of the UWVC leadership. They served this great nation and continue to serve with the works they do in the UWVC and in their communities. They hold and show the same amount dignified honor and reverent respect to the Veterans that have served before them, with them and after them.

If you are looking for a Veteran Organization to support, a Veteran Organization run by Veterans, a Veteran Organization that knows Veterans, look no further than the United War Veterans Council.

I am a retired U.S. Army Special Forces veteran with a total of 24-years’ service. I currently work for GORUCK Events a veteran owed company has the Director of Events. I am responsible for the management of over 50 plus Special Forces operators both retired and active who contract with GORUCK to conduct high-risk endurance events and tactical firearms training. Our events are conducted all over the United States, Europe and Asia. I have been working with the United War Veteran Council (UWVC), since 2016. My experience with UWVC and their staff has been nothing less the outstanding. In that time, I had the privilege of collaborating with the UWVC on various veteran fundraisers and events to include NYC Vietnam and Veterans Day parades. The UWVC and the staff are extreme professional their ability to flex due last-minute changes, “work outside the box”, are extremely unique in this day of age. I am extremely impressed with this organization and look forward to our continued collaboration over the next few years.

Having had the opportunity to work with the UWVC team, supporting and participating in some of their events, I fully support and recommend Veterans of all eras see what UWVC has to offer. They provide a truly grassroots feel from the top down, where no matter who you are, where/when you served, you'll be welcomed with open arms.

A true "lead from the front" organization that continues to impress me. I initially participated in a UWVC social event for bring toys to a Toys for Tots collection point. It was such a positive experience I was inspired to attend other UWVC events including the NYC Veteran's Day Parade and 'Honor Rucks' to commemorate historical events; all of which allowed me to learn more about the UWVC programs for veterans like their partnership with Serenity Stables for equine therapy.

Our family business, Pen Company of America (PCA), has been a proud United War Veterans Council (UWVC) partner since 2018. As a 4th generation US manufacturer of writing instruments with seven US Veterans in our family, we are proud of the partnership we have forged with UWVC.

Together we supported Vietnam Veterans Day. Every year since 2018 we have participated in the NYC Veterans Day Parade by walking the parade and distributing commemorative pens and markers to veterans we identified in the crowd of supporters.

In 2020 our company pivoted to manufacture face shields for a region in dire need of PPE in the wake of COVID-19. Once again we worked closely with UWVC to distribute this critical resource to those in need.

It is always a pleasure to work with a group that takes so much pride in honoring those who put their lives on the line for our country.

I am a Marine Veteran and I have served as a volunteer to the United War Veterans Council since 2017. First as an event volunteer, then as a Board Member and now as Chairman of the Board of Directors who are also unpaid volunteers. Our organization honors and serves America’s Veterans through our calendar of events including the NYC Veterans Day Parade which is the largest parade that honors veterans in our country and our weekly health and wellness program which focuses on assisting at-risk veterans through holistic, therapeutic and social fitness
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Proceeds from our recycling business help to sustain our veteran related events and programs. Over the years our recycling business has received millions of pounds of goods that could have otherwise ended up in landfills. Instead these donations play a role on impacting veterans lives.

I am proud to be a member of the UWVC and I invite you to learn more about our accomplishments and how we impact veterans by visiting our website at UWVC.org

As a long time volunteer of the UWVC I have seen first hand the dedication this small but mighty team puts into serving Veterans. From being entrusted with the NYC Veterans Day parade to hosting a weekly health and wellness program for our most vulnerable Veterans, the UWVC Team works diligently to honor and care for Veterans.

If you are looking for an organization to support, I highly recommend the UWVC. Whether financially or by volunteering your time and talents (or both!), your support is welcome and appreciated.

I have donated about a dozen times over the last few years and have always been very happy with the organization!
They always call to remind you of the pickup and give all specific instructions in that call. The drivers are so polite and appreciative. They come, pick up quickly and their gone in no time. Feel like I’m doing something good for the vets and will continue to use & recommend this organization������

I’ve donated 2-3 times a year. I ya e 2 sons serving our country. Anyway Today I called after putting 6-8 huge black heavy bags outside because then sent a card that said they were going to be in my area. I called and was told sorry the truck for today & Monday are full. She refused to s schedule a pickup & rushed me off the phone. I’ve never had a problem before. Now I need to wait 10 days & TRY not schedule a pickup! Seriously?!! Found it rude to be dismissed like that. Now I need to drive to a different veterans donation center to drop this off. Unfortunately it’s a thrift store they own. I donate so veterans & their family’s can get these item not buy the items. I’m a bit disgusted. Like I said I donate to them A LOT! Now I need to rethink if it’s worth my time.

I am delighted to say that I had nothing but a perfect experience in donating to this organization. From the beginning, I was treated with courtesy and respect, all my questions were answered, and I was encouraged to reach out if I needed anything. I had a lot of boxes and was worried that the truck wouldn't come. Not only did it come, it came early and the driver could not have been nicer. Karri, who was my real contact point was great! She answered all my questions and even checked to see that the experience had been a good one for me. So I give this charity 5+ Stars and thank them heartily for the work they do with special thanks to Karri. It was so easy from start to finish!

I would give zero stars if I had the option.Scheduled a pick up for over 20 bags and boxes of items. They confirmed on Tuesday and were scheduled to come yesterday 6/18/2020. The email asked us to have the items out by 7 AM. We loaded the driveway full of bags and boxes and waited for them to come. Around 3 o’clock we called to find out approximately what time they would be arriving and they told us between 4 and 5 PM. No show. We called again at 6 and were told they were in route to us. We waited until about 8 PM and called a third time. The woman who answered the phone was very polite but she had no idea why our items were not picked up, if the truck was even going to show up, Or why no one called us to tell us they weren’t going to show up. Simple question, why no phone call? That would’ve been the decent thing to do knowing that we have a driveway full of bags waiting for a truck to pick up.She asked us if we wanted to reschedule, but after reading the reviews and seeing that other people had the same problem multiple times , no I do not wish to reschedule. Very unprofessional. I had to drag 20 heavy bags and boxes back into the house at 9 o’clock last night in case it rained. From now on I will stick to calling big brothers big sisters or the Vietnam vets to pick up our donations.

This is my third time since 2014 donating. I simply schedule a pick up online, wait for the email confirmation and leave the items at my front door. I return home to find my items picked up on each occasion. They also leave charitable tax forms for me.

They are three for three in my book

My husband is a retired Marine officer and we were very disappointed with this organization. They scheduled a pick up on a Thursday and never showed up. After phone calls every day for 4 days to your customer service number, our items were still not picked up. They couild have cared less. Everything was marked appropriately and we even had a sign directing them to our house in case they couldn't find it. Will never donate to this organization again.

Incompetence. They spent $2.1M in 2013 on direct mail, claimed a loss of over $3M for cost of goods sold. They sell the clothing and goods collected to another organization.

Received a postcards in the mail about donation pick-up. Called two different dates and no one came to pick up the donations either time. One time could be an error. Two times is incompetence.