Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO)

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Causes: Military & Veterans Organizations, Veterans

Mission: Established in 2008, VEO’s mission is to provide housing, supportive services, job training and placement to Veterans on their journey to an empowered life.

Community Stories

10 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

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wcturner1, Advisor

Rating: 5

10/10/2014

I am a former resident of V.E.O. I arrived there in Jan 2011. Upon placement with this "Great" organization I was given all the tools necessary to reestablish myself into society. I came to Mr. Frantz Fortune suffering with some drug addiction issues. During my stay with the V.E.O. I had the opportunity to address and defeat them all. I thank GOD for V.E.O., without the direction, encouragement & motivation I received there I can truly say that I don't know where I'd be today. Sincerely, Walter C Turner

Prayer Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2019

A group of ladies heard VEO needed help with meals while renovations were going on in the Atlanta VEO, we had a garage sale and donated money and purchased food for 75 Vets and went and served these wonderful veterans 2 home cooked meals, it was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, they were so greatful, as we were in showing our appreciation for them serving our country. Once people found out the garage sale was for Veterans they made extra donations, God bless the USA.

beverlychilds Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/24/2019

A group of Christian ladies and myself fed the Veterans at the VEO on 15 Oct. In addition to feeding them we also toured the facilities and programs offered. We were amazed and overwhelmed by the facilities, programs, compassion of the individuals working there as well as the Veterans themselves! However, what is even more amazing is they are able to offer this program for over 600 Veterans a year on a $2M budget! We will be going back on 29 Oct to feed again!

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walterchurch Client Served

Rating: 5

11/09/2018

I was homeless on the street , sick, pneumonia, lung disease, many more medical problems MS LANE COURSEY AT VEO SAVED MY LIFE. I HAVE A HOME NOW OWE IT TO her AND VEO

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GloryBeToGod General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/27/2018

Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO) is an organization that serves like no other. Considering the Homeless Veteran Population, VEO has a unique program geared toward self-sufficiency in the lives of veterans and their families. Witnessing the magnitude of greatness at VEO would bring one to tears each time.

Founder & Executive Director, Frantz Fortune and his team at VEO are absolutely astonishing! Thanks for caring VEO!

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kennyb12 Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/26/2018

I went there to volunteer back in August. I don’t know anyone there just wanted to help in anyway i could. They made me feel like family everyone was so nice and really had a heart to help veterans. They do great work and do it with love you can see it in there Actions.

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tylerbowser Client Served

Rating: 5

07/11/2018

I came to VEO in 2016 after living in a shelter in down town Atlanta. The programs, staff and housing facility helped me to focus my life and efforts on getting a job, securing my own place and becoming self sufficient again. Thank you VEO for your help and support!!!

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tommy2448 Client Served

Rating: 5

07/08/2016

My name is Thomas R Sims. Returning to Atlanta GA in 2013, I found myself sick and homeless, I was told about the VEO from some other Veterans while at the VA hospital in Atlanta. I became a client and was given shelter and assistance with my medical needs. Over the next year I became more self supporting and was somewhat able to return to work with the help of others at the VEO. As of today I now live in Daytona Beach FL. I wish to express my best wishes to all the staff, and Mr Front Fortune. CEO and Founder , May God bless all of you each and every day.

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micorazon22 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/22/2014

The veterans at VEO, have the opportunity to change their lives, with the assistance of services like, housing, hot meals, case management, clothing, job development and social enterprise.
This is a place to begin a positive, new start.

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Tamara21 Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/24/2014

I am a teacher at The Children's School in Atlanta, Ga. Third graders learn about the plight of homeless veterans and write letters to leaders in our city encouraging them to do everything they can to end homelessness. For the past several years I have partnered with VEO. Last year third graders paid a visit to VEO in order to deepen their understanding of what it takes to transition out of homelessness.

Frantz Fortune and his staff have created, from nothing, an amazing place. They deserve every bit of recognition that they are receiving. They are true heroes.

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