I originally saw this organization highlighted on a FaceBook post. My father was a career Air Force officer and Vietnam Veteran. He was passionate about supporting military service members through many organizations. during his active duty and retirement.When I found Volunteers for Veterans Foundation, it was the perfect opportunity to honor my father's legacy. Betty Volk works tirelessly to provide necessities including food, clothing, household materials and personal toiletries to residents of local housing programs for military veterans and their families. Her volunteers are enthusiastic while setting up, receiving donations and supporting individuals who gratefully receive supplies.In addition to weekly donations, this organization also plans for special activities such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, Mother's Day, Father's Day and all patriotic holidays.Once a month, my sister and I contact Betty to accommodate any specific items needed by this ministry.We consider it both blessing and privilege to support Volunteers for Veterans Foundation.
Although I don't have a personal story or have needed the assistance of VFVF/VVF, what I DO KNOW is that his organization is Blessed!!
The Director and her husband Larry and Betty Volk are WONDERFUL people with BIG HEARTS and have dedicated their lives to Veterans!!
If you going to give, then PLEASE give to this organization!!
Peace and Happiness to all,
Lila Basham - Casteloes
The hustle here is REAL. Betty and company work tirelessly to make things happen for our veterans. A reliable and amazing non-profit!
As a volunteer with the Volunteers For Veterans Foundation (VFVF), I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the critical support they provide to veterans and active military members in need. VFVF offers essential services like emergency financial aid, vehicle donations, and a pantry for veterans at Loma Linda. Their mission, which I am proud to contribute to, is rooted in providing timely help and fostering community support for those who’ve served our country.
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I came to learn about Volunteers for Veterans Foundation a few years ago through their annual fundraiser, the yearly car show. I was putting on a show myself and was introduced founders of the organization. They were so generous to share their knowledge and experience with me to help me have a successful show. I started to go to their committee meetings to learn more. I have a soft spot in my heart for our vets and once I saw what VFVF was doing I had to get more involved. The financial aid for veterans is only a small part of the story. The caring, the support, the help they give the veterans is amazing swift. Working outside the normal channels gives them the ability to make a difference in a hurry. Plus they make the funds they raise go about 3 times as far as the amount is. Looking forward to a continued relationship with VFVF so I can share in the impact on the community.
I am the financial advisor for VFVF. Being this great foundation's face and voice is an honor and a privilege. I thank our board members for allowing me this privilege and our supporters for making my role much more accessible for our veteran community. On September 21, we held a fundraiser and event for our veterans. Approximately 25 low-income or no-income veterans attended this event, giving them a night out that they would typically not be able to experience. Although raising funds was not our primary goal, we could still raise over $ 3,000. We thank all of our sponsors, especially our platinum sponsor KWB Wealth.
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I'm the financial coordinator for Volunteers for Veterans Foundation; VFVF has been assisting veterans for 30 years. It is my honor and privilege to be able to assist veterans with everyday needs daily. We helped to support four different veterans' Villages with milk and eggs weekly.
I may no longer be on the board, but I genuinely enjoy volunteering for the VFVF. They always go above and beyond to help our veterans community. The foundation just hosted a fundraiser called the Military Honor Comedy Show, which was a huge success. The purpose of this show was mainly to get low-income veterans to attend an event and enjoy a night out. But we were still able to raise over $3000
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It is been my honor to be with this group since the beginning and to see how far they've come I don't believe that there is a group that does what they do on a daily basis to help our veterans with everyday needs
Betty Volk And the VFVF have done so much for me and my community. I would not know where to begin. First off every week, she is here with a team of volunteers to ensure that the veterans in this community have food in the refrigerators, clothing on their backs, Cleaners for their house and even running vehicles. Betty and the VFVF have not only been extremely effective in my community, but has also inspired others in the community to help. The VFVF is a pillar in our community that helps to support everybody here. I cannot thank you guys who volunteer enough I cannot thank you Betty enough. I appreciate everything you guys do. I look forward to seeing you every week. The community has kept people from going hungry or cold or sleeping on a floor because they have no money to pay for anything you are beautiful you are vibrant and welcome in our community. Anything you need from me? You know you’ve got it!
In the last year I was privileged to be a board member for this amazing non profit. The Volunteers for Veterans assist our local Veterans and Active Service members with services needed if they are going through difficult times. They work to help them with housing, food, living supplies and transportation. We also partner and support other non profits with the same goals.
Volunteers for Veterans Foundation is an excellent veteran focused non-profit serving the
Riverside, San Bernardino area for years. Betty and Larry Volk (VFVF) always go above and
beyond to assist veteran families in need.
Whether it is providing a U-Haul for vets to pick-up and move furniture or paying a past due electric bill, VFVF is ready and willing to assist.
We thank VFVF for assisting Heroes Warehouse with our move recently. VFVF paid one day for a
professional moving Company to transport our heavy furniture to our new location. Thank you!
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Volunteers for Veterans Foundation has been so instrumental in assisting our veterans.
As the Executive Director of Heroes Warehouse, I've had the pleasure of working with
both Larry & Betty Volk. They are generous, hard working and always go "above and beyond" to assist our most needy veteran families. We have been blessed with the donations they have made to our organization. VFVF supports many veteran causes in our local community.
Thank you VFVF for your contributions, wishing you the best always.
Lillian Baltes
I am a services coordinator that has been working with volunteers for veterans foundation for years in meeting the needs of the low income and previously homeless veterans. They have been able to get bunk beds, mover support, mattresses and more for the veterans in need of more support. She has helped provide numerous food, hygiene items, move in kit, clothes and so much more for the veterans. When any other organization has been unable or willing to help, this organization was always willing.
Volunteers for Veterans is an outstanding organization who serves the Veteran community with pride and selfless commitment every day! Not only is the work they do for Veterans fantastic but the people behind it put Veterans 1st and are relentless in trying to make a difference for those who served.
VFVF is an amazing foundation that believe in no one gets left behind. They are the first to reach out when they see a need and last to leave just in case the see another need.
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This is an amazing foundation that I am proud to be a part of. VFVF pits the needs of the Veterans & their families first.
I have been active with this Foundation for many years, both as a supporter and board member. I currently serve as Secretary/Grant Writer and am always excited when donations are received. Volunteers for Veterans Foundation is an extremely well managed non-profit. The leaders of this foundation are all outstanding individuals. Volunteers for Veterans volunteers work continuously throughout the year to obtain donations, goods and services for our local Veterans. Volunteers for Veterans is truly a GREAT NON-PROFIT!
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I have been active with this Foundation for about 10 years. I currently serve as Secretary/Grant Writer and am always excited when donations are received. Volunteers for Veterans Foundation is an extremely well managed non-profit. The leaders of this foundation are all outstanding individuals. Volunteers for Veterans volunteers work continuously throughout the year to obtain donations, goods and services for our local Veterans. Volunteers for Veterans is truly a GREAT NON-PROFIT!
As a VA staff member, I’ve worked with Volunteers for Veterans Foundation for many years & they’ve come through for our Veterans in need within hours of the request! There was never anything too big or small that we could request that the organization couldn’t donate! I also participated as a vendor at their more than successful fundraising car show and observed a community come together in their name and see the enthusiasm for the organization, for decades! This is a world class organization and most deserving of any recognition.
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The Volunteers for Veterans Foundation has been a tremendous supporter of my Guitars for Vets program at the Loma Linda VA Hospital. Through their generous support It has been possible to provide guitar lessons and new guitars for over 300 deserving Veterans to help them in their battle with PTSD.
This group, and especially its founder, Betty Volk, are amazing. Because no government strings are attached to their fundraising, VFVF can act immediately and “outside the box” when a veteran runs into a predicament. (Predicaments like needing a bicycle for transportation or a tank of gas or something as simple as a couple of rolls of toilet paper!) when I was looking for volunteer opportunities last year, I contacted the VA social workers, who told me to find Betty. They refer to Betty because VFVF can be flexible in helping individual veterans with their needs
The work Volunteers for Veterans Foundation does for so many each year is truly amazing. They are a group of dedicated individuals who work ceaselessly to deliver a necessary and vital set of services. Their level of dedication is truly heartwarming.
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I am a longtime supporter of the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. For over 20 years they have consistently raised and donated many, many thousands of dollars to the Loma Linda Veterans Hospital, plus they support and maintain the Veterans Villages in the Inland Empire. The work that they do is a blessing to our veterans. They always go above and beyond in their ongoing support of our veterans and work tirelessly to achieve their goal.
This is one of the best vet foundation in the world , this group goes above and beyond to help are vets , I’ve Ben going to the car shows for 30 years and also placing flags at the grave sites for are falling veterans . The time they spend helping and the amount of money they have raised is awesome.
This organization is a no non-nonsense non profit when a veteran is in need it steps right in & full fills a immediate need for a veteran …. thank u very much a/c was critical in this 100 degree weather , kudos …… CTemple U.S Navy Vet.
When I first meet Betty and Larry and saw the work that they were doing to help our VETERANS, i told Larry that I have to help you in any way that I can. I started by helping them with their annual car show. I have done this for the past 7 or 8 years. I am now a board member and try to help them whenever I can. There are not enough good words to describe VFVF and the work that they do to help our VETERANS. This organization gives 110% all the time and it is a pleasure to be able to work with them in helping our VETERANS
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This 100% nonprofit group works tirelessly raising funds to help Veterans. Representatives of the Foundation receive requests for assistance on a daily basis. These requests are for help with food, clothing, rent, furniture, transportation - basically anything that is needed. Two Veteran Villages, Riverside and Loma Linda, are supported by ongoing supplies to their food pantries, assuring food for the residents. No matter what is asked, the need is filled without hesitation because each volunteer has such a passion about the objective of helping Veterans. This is a really hard-working group of volunteers dedicated to assuring quality of life for our Vets and their families.
My name is Randy N and I am a recently retired mental health professional in San Diego, CA, as well as a humble, yet proud Viet Nam era, honorably discharged United States military veteran. During the last 2 years of the covid19 pandemic, my cousin, John Goodwin, also an honorably discharged veteran, has been displaced from his home in Rancho Cucamonga and rendered to homeless status, after losing half of his family related to covid19. During this time, we have navigated thru the complex system of obtaining housing for John. We have had to interact with multiple governmental entities on local, state and federal levels. To say this process has been a challenging endeavor is a gross understatement. Yet, we kept persisting, progressively pushing onward and finally rounded third base and successfully made it to home plate! My cousin, John gained low income senior housing! There are a lot of dedicated people involved, that John and I are genuinely grateful. Among these special individuals is Betty Volk. who generously contributed to providing John with valuable household items and continues to coordinate through her various resources, to obtain furniture for my cousin too. Personally, and on behalf of my cousin, John Goodwin, I went to extend my profound and heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to those persons that provided assistance throughout this arduous process. Thank you!
Sincerely,
Randy N & John Goodwin
A simple act of kindness, can change lives. That is what Volunteers for Veterans Foundation is all about. From surprising Veterans and their family with a bundle of gifts at Christmas, to bringing baskets loaded with fixings for Thanksgiving dinner, to paying of motel stays, to paying for rent and utilities, to paying for car repairs, providing countless gift cards for needed groceries and gas; VFVF does it all.
I have been a Public Service Advocate Worker for nearly 40-years, and I have never worked with any Community Charity Organization who is more caring and generous than Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. They always go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our Veterans, and for this I am truly grateful.
Respectfully,
Angela W.
Social Worker
I am Nancy Preciado the Trade Marketing Coordinator for Cordialsa USA a Latin Food Distributor here in the USA. I have donated to the Loma Linda Veterans and other vets in Riverside donating 50 to 100 bags of food. Working with Betty has been such a blessing. They are the most grateful and humble people I have ever meet. It is always a pleasure to help the veterans here in the Inland Empire.
For the last 14 years I have worked with a wonderful team, Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. Through car shows and donations we have had the opportunity to aid Veterans in need. We have helped hundreds of Veterans with small requests to large requests. From turning utilities back on to getting a vehicle to some who has done without. We have made Thanksgiving Day better by filling an empty fridge to brightening a Christmas morning ensuring a stocking didn’t stay empty. We have turned the lights back on, we have put gas in empty gas tanks. We have given Veterans hope when they thought there was none.
Without the generosity of donors we would not exist. We are grateful to all who do.
Helping a Veteran in need is all we do.
It has been a pleasure and honor to participate over the past 20 years really sorry to hear that this was the last show in 2021. It has been a great tribute to our war hero's, veterans and all those brave souls that died for the freedom we shared.
My first exposure to this group was as a participant at their charity car show. I was impressed with their mission and became a volunteer. Working side by side with Larry and Betty Volk and the other volunteers I saw first hand how the organization helped our Vets with the most basic needs that so often get overlooked. As the years went by I eventually became a board member and continued to work with the organization helping our Vets.
I am so proud of the work that we do and look forward to many more years of being involved.
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I have been involved with Volunteers for Veterans Foundation for the past 15 years plus. Their committment to our Veterans is like nothing I have ever experienced before when volunteering. Betty Volk recieves requests for assistance on a daily basis. Thats 7 days a week. She researches and responds to each request
The work that all of the volunteers do all year long for our annual car show is incredible. No matter what is asked, the need is filled without hesitation because each volunteer has such a passion about our mission and objectives
Our local Veterans are very well serviced by Volunteers for Veterans Foundation
Good folks helping our Veterans out of the goodness of their hearts
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I am on a Committee that has raised over $1,200,000.00 for our Vets in Loma Linda V.A. hospital in the last 19 years. It started with one man's dream on helping our Veterans in the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital in Loma Linda and has grown the this: This year October 3, 2010 will be our 20th year. I was thinking if you could take a look at some of our info on the Internet and if you like what you see, how a one day Car Show can raise $ 300,000.00. And have a great time doing it. October 2009 LOMA LINDA, Calif. - - The Annual Veterans’ Car Show will celebrate its 19th year on Sunday, Oct. 4 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center in Loma Linda. All proceeds from the show will benefit patient care programs at the VA medical center. Over 1200 custom vehicles are expected in the parking lots of the medical center located at 11201 Benton St. The Veterans’ Car Show also features auto-related vendors and displays, drawings, bingo, pancake breakfast, music, refreshments and veteran benefit information that will make the day a fun filled event for the entire family. The winner of a 1967 Camaro Convertible will be drawn on show day. Spectator admission is free. Originally conceived by deceased Vietnam Veteran Mike Wilburn, the Veterans’ Car Show has become the largest single fundraising event at the medical center. This is my Experienc,Our Committee spends every weekend going out to Car shows and selling Tickets to the Give away Car all year long. We are not just talking a few people we are talking a committee of 25 that takes turns on each and every weekend that our Give Away car goes out. We are committed to making this October 3dr 2010 Show the best. It a great feeling to know you are doing something good for someone who fought for our Freedom. Both of my Young Adult sons volunteer with me as much as they can. My wife is right next to me each and every time.
Volunteers for veterans foundation is an absolutely amazing organization. Ran by Betty this organization has helped so many veterans over the years. We have had the opportunity to serve beside her on several occasions and whiteness the tremendous blessings they are to the veteran community.
Betty, we thank you for all of your love and support over the years we are looking forward to continuing to serve along side you to help our veterans!
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VFVF 10/22/2021
VFVF is honored to panter with working dogs for warriors, and appreciate all the support we received from them.
Ive always been proud to volunteer my time with this great organization. Larry, Betty, and the other members are easy to work with and they have so many stories of Veterans they were able to help!
I have had the honor of seeing first hand how this outstanding organization is making a difference in our veterans lives. Everyone involved with VFVF is committed to improving the lives of our veterans in need and I am proud and encouraged to know that there are people like this that truly care. Thank you VFVF for all that you do for our veterans.
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We have been honored to partner with Betty and Larry Volk of the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. Their commitment to helping veterans in need, and their relentless pursuit of providing veterans with much needed items and furnishings is unprecedented. We highly value our relationship with Betty and Larry Volk and their amazing foundation.
Volunteers for Veterans Foundation offers support to our veterans throughout the year. Even through the Covid crisis, they were there with food and financial help. Supporters have dedicated themselves to keeping the Foundation on stable financial ground. As Foundation Secretary I have been able to obtain a few grants that have helped. While this is the last year for the annual Veterans Car Show, supporters will continue as will the assistance offered to veterans. Visit our web site at http://www.vfvfoundation.com/index.html to see what we do.
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It is with pleasure that I am able to share my experience with the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. This is a Foundation (VFVF) that is committed to assisting any military veteran in need of a helping hand. Many Veterans re-entering civilian life need assistance in setting up a new household for their families and come to the Foundation for help while awaiting the VA benefits to come through. Helping a family in crisis find temporary housing, paying a utility bill before service is interrupted and insuring there is food on the table is only a small part of what this organization does. Funds are made available to carry veterans through times of need. Cash is not provided, but the Foundation will pay for short term rent, emergency housing expenses, and utilities. Gift cards are issued for food markets, clothing and other supply stores such as Home Depot. Gas and car repairs are provided when needed to retain employment. In addition to the personal assistance offered by the Foundation, allocations are made annually to specific needs of the patients who are served by Loma Linda Medical VA Hospital. ThIS Foundation works closely with other veteran support groups to provide out-reach programs for those who may not be aware of available services.
This remarkable organization is an asset to the community and to military personnel at large. The center provides Veterans, Active Military and their families, emergency financial assistance with rent, utilities, food and gas. The pantry is abundantly stocked with fresh meat, dairy, eggs, vegetables and a wide variety of canned goods. Clothing, toys, shoes to name a few are also available. Betty Volk has done a great job creating awareness to both veterans/active military needing help and those wanting to help them. Staffed by volunteers, the services and networking they provide, is a source of pride in the community. I am truly thankful for the opportunity to serve alongside them and grateful for the goods/services/assistance my Veteran housemates have received. God bless. - Maria F
I have participated in Car Shows, and donated Raffle Prizes to the Volunteers For Veterans events in the past. They have always put on a good Show, it was well attended/supported. The proceeds then went to support Patients at Loma Linda Veteran’s Hospital. Volunteers For Veterans has also Donated food for indigent Veterans at the March Field Veteran’s housing.
I’ve been proud to support The Volunteers For Veterans Foundation over the years
For nearly 30 years these fine people have brought awareness to Veterans in need. With creative thinking and a passion for the classic car hobby An idea came to life of raising funds for the less fortunate. For the past 12 years I have been humbled to be a part of this organization. I have seen other board members work endless hours to make sure if there was A Veteran out of groceries they were there to make sure a fridge or pantry could be filled. If the power was cut off they were there to have that reconnection happen.
We have seen and were told that the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation was the last hope for any type of assistance. From Veterans we have seen tears for pleas for help to tears of joy for the help they received.
We have gone from helping the homeless Veteran get into a home to making it a home with some essentials. From beds, a box spring with a mattress to pots and pans.
We have partnered with Veteran only housing filling the needs of those residents. From filling their food pantry to having a giveaway day of toiletries, housewares and groceries.
From such a small group of volunteers there is so much given back to the Veteran in need. The simple words of THANK YOU that we hear so often mean so much to me. I don’t believe I can express how proud I am and the fulfillment that I feel from being a part of thE Volunteers for Veterans Foundation.
The go to agency locally when a veteran is in need & does not meet requirements for governmental aid. They have helped so many veterans and have changed many lives! They help to fill the gaps in services and honor our veterans with a helping hand up.
Volunteers For Veterans Foundation continues to help the veterans at U.S.VETS - Inland Empire by proving in-kind donations directly to the veterans, by providing resources to the donation room / pantry, by replacing worn flags at the transitional housing barracks and by supporting other groups who provide resources to our veterans. This is a dedicated team focused on helping veterans improve their lives.
Volunteers for Veterans has partnered with Heroes Warehouse, Inc. ( a non-profit for veterans) for the past 6 years. They have been generous with providing donations that
allow us to supply our most needy veterans with household goods at no cost to them.
Betty and Larry Volk (VFVF) have also assisted with transportation for those veterans who could not afford a U-Haul to pick-up their free furniture from our warehouse.
We salute the VFVF for their support of our veterans!
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This is a great foundation that helps our veterans on a daily bases with financial assistance VFVF has supported Heroes Warehouse with a grant to enable us to buy new household items for our veterans.
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I am so blessed to not only have a job that I love, but that is also very rewarding. I feel privileged and honored to have an the opportunity to work with helping to improve the lives of those who so unselfishly served our Country, in particular our Homelessness Veterans.
Homelessness among Veterans is a persistent problem and they face many challenges that require a comprehensive response, as well as a joint effort from the community. Many of our Veterans have been homeless for years and literally have nothing. It is Non-profit organizations like Volunteers For Veterans Foundation who continuously give generosity month after month, and year after year to help our Veterans. Volunteers For Veterans Foundation love and support of our Veterans knows no limits. From buying beds, to paying past due rent, and rent deposits, utility bills, car registration and insurance, outstanding storage fees, purchase of vehicles, clothing and shoes for school and work, Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets, they do it all.
To be quite honest, at times I am completely blown away by Volunteers For Veterans Foundation non-stop kindness. Their generosity and support are much needed, and has made a tremendous difference in the lives of so many deserving Veterans and their family. I have been in the social services profession for more than 35-years, and I can honestly say that I have never worked with any agency that is more generous, and/or who is more passionate about helping others, than Volunteers For Veterans Foundation.
Respectfully,
Angela Wakefield, LCSW
If you really want your donation to be used to help our Veterans, this is the group. 100% of all donations are used for our Veterans, as the name Volunteers For Veterans Foundation implies all members of this group ARE volunteers and receive no funds for their work what so ever.
They have purchased food, paid rent, got beds, repaired cars, paid electric bills, water bills and a lot more for or Veterans. So if you can find it in your heart and wish to help our Veterans this is the group to donate to.
They have provided a great service for many years. They have consistently delivered excellent help for the veterans who are in need!!!
Hi my name is Alonso Figueroa Im an army vet and I want to give thanks to volunteers veterans foundation for all they've done for me and my family. What they have done is give my family hope, and that in times of need they were there to assist and encourage us. On behalf of all my family I just want to say thanks to this great organization. Please support this great non-profit organization, they do so much for us Vets and it is impactful.
This organization has countless times provided rooms,gas,money,food,clothing.They hold car shows with 100%going to veterns.They have been providing vehicles to those who have none .They are so willing to help at anything for vets.....I personally have worked with them and volunteered with them.They have worked with my Church (The Rock World Outreach Center) For kids and vets,they have gotten food from us to care for OUR VETS. To me Volunteers for VETERANS FOUNDATION IS LEGIT...
Love seeing Vets get the help they need. Whether it's with utilities, appliances, auto repair, rent, or anything that a vet or their family need to get by. VFVF is always there. It fills the gaps that other sources can't cover and networks with the ones that can. Great organization.
I'm the daughter of a veteran father who has worked hard all his life to support our family and keep us going and provide for us. Being a musician is a big part of who I am and my parents always wanted to get me an instrument but we just couldn't afford it. We've encountered hardships but through the help of this organization that reached out to us they provided us with not only necessities but they even made my dream come true of owning my own instrument to take with me throughout my schooling!!!! They are truly amazing and deserve every bit of support because here they go above and beyond for Vets and their families, just like mine. So thankful and grateful to Betty Volk and the Organization ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Volunteers For Veterans Foundation (VFVF), is dedicated to assisting all veterans with any and all needs, thus improving the lives of these veterans. This organization constantly goes above and beyond the call of duty with a selfless approach of giving to those who are deserving and in need. We are honored to be affiliated with this upstanding group of individuals who give so much of their time and energy to help and enrich the lives of veterans.
My name is Carl Reed Veteran Representative for the State of California San Bernardino County. Volunteers for Veterans Foundation has help with keeping my veteran client and their families in homes and their apartments. Over past couple of years they have granted over 5,000.00 to my clients to maintain housing for their families.
I would like to commend them for their work for all the veterans in San Bernardino County.
If you have money to donate, please give to this foundation it will make a difference in so many veteran and their families lives.
I have been a financial advisor for this foundation since 2009, this is an honor to do. The Difficult part of this job Is making the decision of whom you can help and who you cannot. I receive calls on a daily basis from the Loma Linda VA. We have been able to start 2 new programs in the last 2 years. When a veteran is housed they now are given a Welcome Home Box this box has the basic items to start their life in their new home. The second one is called Bedtime for Vets. Most homeless veterans do not have a bad so with this program within 24 to 48 hours they will be receiving a new bed with bedding. These pictures are of veterans that have received queen size beds and two welcome home boxes from the VA Homes ID program That we manage and make all the deliveries
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I have been a financial advisor for this foundation since 2009, this is an honor to do. The Difficult part of this job Is making the decision of whom you can help and who you cannot. I receive calls on a daily basis from the Loma Linda VA. We have been able to start 2 new programs in the last 2 years. When a veteran is housed they now are given a Welcome Home Box this box has the basic items to start their life in their new home. The second one is called Bedtime for Vets. Most homeless veterans do not have a bad so with this program within 24 to 48 hours they will be receiving a new bed with bedding.
The most caring, honest and heart warming organization, I have ever experienced being a small part of. Betty, Larry and their whole army of volunteers, from every walk of life, are some of the best people, in my life.
Thank you all, for what you do!!
K. Mikael Wallin
I am an army veteran from the US Military and I am looking for a brand new pillow top queen size mattress my queen size mattress is run down and old so if you make it help me with the new pillow top queen size mattress I would appreciate it .I was alfa 3:10 3rd birigade 4th platoon I served out in Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri I had my right knee blowout the bed I have I will add pictures to so you can see how bad off my bed is and how badly it needs to be replaced I live at 3651 Eve Circle Apartment B Mira Loma California 91752. This mattress hurts my back and my wife has scoliosis the back so it hurts her back and I have multiple sclerosis and I am in a stage 3 power wheelchair I am being fitted for an afo on my left leg which is a brace to help my feet so I don't fall so often. I fall very often using a walker. I use my stage 3 power wheelchair for going long distance. I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis on September 24th 2014 but mine are all just things that I may have had multiple sclerosis when I was in the military but he is not sure. I take tysbari and ivgi infusion both medicines are infusion and as October 30th I will have infusion at the clinic it will be seven and a half hour long day I spend a lot of time in my wheelchair and I need desperate help to get a queen size mattress the pillow top helps my back and my wifes back who has scoliosis. I have spinal disease I'm just asking for some help for my back and for my neck pain does not help having a bed does not give me the support or give my wife the support she and I need it is stained and springs or something to come through on the side of the bed. if my battle buddies and my comrades can help my family I'd be in your debt for the rest of my life I lost touch with my company. I have been out of service for 17 years and I'm still fighting for my va rights I have a military ID the picture that is shown is my class a picture all my pictures got lost with Southwest Airlines 17 years ago so that is the only picture I have left my cell number is 909-775-9053. I hope I can get some help from my comrades
I have been donating to VFVF for the past 20 yrs and this is the only nonprofit I donate to. I know that my donation will go towards helping out a Veterab and not toward administration costs. VFVF has helped countless Veterans and I will continue to donate. Thank you VFVF for helping out those who Served
Volunteers for Veterans Foundation is an extremely well managed non-profit. The leaders of this foundation are all outstanding individuals. Volunteers for Veterans volunteers work continuously throughout the year to obtain donations, goods and services for our local Veterans. Volunteers for Veterans is truly a GREAT NON-PROFIT!
Volunteers for Veterans is a wonderful organization with such a needed, precious resource! They are quick, responsive, diligent and extremely helpful. I especially appreciate that they are able to streamline their services and seem to be responsible with their funds (low overhead, high service response).
I became involved with The Volunteers for Veterans Foundation 8 years ago. I am not a veteran myself but wanted to become involved with an organization that is dedicated to assisting the men and women that have given it all for our freedom and the way of life we enjoy.
Volunteers for Veterans has allowed me work with many dedicated folks that collectively, we've been able to make a difference in so many lives. Volunteers for Veterans are passionate about assisting our veterans in ways that would otherwise go unanswered. Through the years this has come in many forms including housing, furniture, money for bills, transportation, entertainment; the list goes on and on. I am proud to be associated with an organization that has one mission: to assist in any way possible the men and women that have stood up for our country. "If you love your freedom - thank a Vet" rings true.
This 100% non profit group works all year raising funds to help our Veterans, from helping them with food, clothing, rent, funiture, transportion, anything that they really need in order to substain life. They have donated cars or had the Veterans car repaired, donated Bicycles so the Veteran was able to get to work, welcome home packages and much more. This is a really hard working group of volunteers that work very hard in order to help our Veterans, because they CARE.
I am a strong supporter of the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation, because the work that they do is a blessing to our veterans. They go above and beyond in their ongoing support of our veterans and work tirelessly to achieve their goal.
This is a wonderful foundation, The help they give our veterans on a daily basis is tremendous. We are proud to support this group we wish that many more years of success.
The Annual Veterans Car Show in Redlands, CA has been a consistent venue that has provided funding for veterans and their families. The entire funding from this event goes to the needs of local veterans in the Inland Empire. This non-profit works tirelessly to make sure veterans are served, taken care of and shown appreciation for the sacrifice they provided in serving us. We continue to support them and will continue to be part of their efforts to continue on!
Homeless to homeowner !!! Jose Louie Mendoza USN RET.
"Volunteers for veterans Foundation" has a personal spot in my heart. "VFVF" helped me over 15 years ago when me and my family were almost homeless. I didn't know where to turn, so I went to the VA hospital to get some assistance, but there's always red tape. The VA immediately called "Volunteers For Veterans Foundation" and within a couple hours my rent plus delinquent charges, plus back rent was paid $1,300. It was around Christmas time and they found out that the kids weren't going to have a Christmas and they donated $300 and Walmart gift cards, and $300 in Stater Brothers gift cards. Our Christmas was amazing we had lived without an oven for over a year, because our landlord would not purchase or repair ours. We were able to purchase a small toaster oven and finally have a turkey for dinner! It's a small things in life!
It took that one Helping Hand, to get past a hard time. I was in a ditch on Hard Times couldn't figure out how to get out. Plus dealing military injuries loss of right eye, PTSD and my TBI, it was hard and frustrating.
Fast forward 15 years later I am now a proud homeowner, and volunteer helping my veterans in need. In the photo. We were at March Air Force Base at their new homeless living facility, with "Volunteers for Veterans Foundation" giving socks to our veterans, donated by Bombas!
All I can say is Thank You for "Volunteers For Veterans Foundation"
From time to time I feel like I owe you guys my life! I look back and see where it could have all went bad. But thanks to "Volunteer For Veterans Foundation" I am NOT one of the 22 a day...
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This group has done amazing things and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for our deserving veterans over the years. They have worked hard to make sure our veterans are taken care of and have a few pleasantries to make their life after service a little better.
It's been a great pleasure working with you Betty and all you do for our Veterans. I know it is a thankless job, but without people like you, our Veterans wouldn't receive the help and assistance they so deserve. Keep up the great work and you can always count on our support.
For God & Country
David M. Bertino
I have participated annually in their Car Show; it is one of the largest and best-organized in So Cal, with lots of volunteer vendors and several assistance groups. I am happy to help out in this small way and I'm glad there's such a dedicated group helping our men and women in and out of uniform!
A special thank you also!! The kindness and generosity you have shown our Veterans has just been overwhelming. We truly appreciate all that you do. We know the Veterans will be so pleased to have these kits as the transition into permanent housing.
Thank you so much, We appreciate you and your team so very much! Our Veterans will be very excited to receive the Welcome Home Boxes, and we are just as excited to deliver them! Thank you again, so very much for the continuous support of the Veterans served by this program, we appreciate you and your team!
I can’t express enough how valuable your time and consideration is to our Veterans. I am so excited about the welcome home boxes. Thank you for everything that you do.
Here at "The Vet Hunters Project" we call the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation & Betty Volk "our secret angel!"
Part of our mission is running daily search & rescue operations looking for our "Homeless Heroes in the shadows." VFVF is always willing to provide food, water, hygiene kits & volunteers to assist us whenever we call. They've also provided financial support to our Veterans with hotel vouchers, homelessness prevention & even car donations.
We are so proud & honored to be part of their family as they continually reach out to grab the hand of those Veterans who are struggling on their journey.
Please tell your friends & family to consider donating to VFVF as 100% of every dollar donated goes right back out the door to those Veterans they serve. How many organizations can make that claim?
Thank you Volunteers for Veteran Foundation & Betty Volk for your unwavering support for "Americas finest."
This is a group that goes above and beyond for every veteran that they help. Their financial advisor works on a daily basis making sure that our veterans are taken care of.
It has been my honor and privilege to be part of this group for 27 years and being the financial advisor since 2009 . On a daily basis we help veterans with every day needs as Rent household items utilities food clothing gas . This year we were able to start a new program called welcome home so one of Veteran's place in a new home they are given a box with every day needs to start their new life
By way of disclosure, I must declare that my daughter is related, by marriage, to principals in this wonderful non-profit, but that has not clouded my judgement.
Those who operate this group are truly volunteers and their resources, financial and otherwise, go to vets and their needs not covered by the VA. No one takes a penny of compensation.
It is a well-managed charity that is under the radar, but there doing its saintly services to needy vets day in and day out.
I've been supporting the Volunteers For Veterans for several years now. I've attended their well attended yearly car show out at Loma Linda Veterans Hospital several times over the years. I've seen them in action, raising money for supporting Veteran's needs at Loma Linda. I've donated Product for their Drawings at the yearly show in the past, and I know that the funds raised have gone to the Veterans programs they are intended for.
It is so neat participating in these shows and events and seeing the response from the Veterans attending. We owe so much to our Veterans and this is an excellent group to help out and show our support.
I have been a volunteer for this organization for over 8 years. Two of my brothers and I were born at Norton Air Force Base in the early 60's while my dad was in the Navy. As a proud American who was never in the military I wanted to give back to those who have served so I chose to join this group of great volunteers. I am truly proud to be a volunteer for an organization that helps those Veterans in need. Whenever I hear a story of someone we have touched I feel lucky and proud to have done a little something to change a Veterans life. In some cases we are the last resort to someone who feels hopeless and desperate. Helping someone always warms the heart. God Bless America.
This is a group that I am proud to be a part of. All proceeds go to help our Veterans not one Volunteer is paid in anyway. We work very hard putting on the car show which again is how we raise money in order to help our Veterans and it does help. We have paid rent, purchased food, purchased gasoline, furniture and help getting or Veterans of the streets and into Motels, apartments, or into the Hospital. Check out or web site at
http://www.volunteersforveteransfoundation.com/
Thank you.
This is an amazing organization with dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to ensure Veterans and their families needs are always met.
They go above and beyond!!!
My father was drafted in 1955 into the Armey, I have always thought that it is honorable to stand for this country and our flag. Because of my Dad I was brought up in a home to respect this flag and country. I have been part of this nonprofit organization for 24 years, and I feel good each day we are doing something for the Men and Women that sign up to lay there life on the line to protect our home. Please help in any way you can. Volunteer a couple of hours, donate something or just show you are proud of our solders by thanking them. to
As a non affiliated person to the Veterans Car Show management, but as an annual participant in the show itself for many years, I can attest to the great benefits that I have witnessed that have been obtained by veterans in need as a direct result of this effort. I am amazed every year at the huge effort that goes into putting the annual Veterans Car Show on and the continual efforts of many people to make this happen with out a hitch. Not only is the day of the show important, but throughout the year, the volunteers relentlessly attend other shows and pass out flyers and make people aware of the Veterans Show. They spend their own time planning, attending meetings and working with many people to get products and services donated, which are then raffled off on behalf of the Veterans. I mean it when I say that this organization is made up of the most caring, unselfish, and dedicated people that I have ever been associated with. Being a veteran myself, I am proud to attend, donate, and give my little effort in helping to tear down the show whenever I am able. I don't believe that any other organization exclusive of the VA itself, gives more cost effective benefit to the Veterans on local basis. Great show, great organization, and great people and it just doesn't get any better than that.
As a social worker at the VA I often work with the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. They are always willing to help a Veteran in need. This organization has kept many of my Veterans from becoming homeless or having their electricity cut off. I cannot say enough good things about them!!
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Volunteers for Veterans is a wonderful organization. As a Social Worker I have utilized their agency many times to assist my clients. They have kept so many of my Veterans from becoming homeless, getting their lights turned off and have helped with many other challenges. I cannot say enough good things about Volunteers for Veterans!
I have been part of this group of volunteers before it was a great foundation working on the Veterans Car Show . We have been able to help many Veterans with everyday needs. please go to our web site there is so much more information about us there
Words cannot express the gratitude we have to volunteer for veterans. After serving 16 years my husband was treated unfairly and had a big fight to try and get what he deserved from his time served. Myself and children moved across the country to find work and move into a home with nothing. Volunteer for veterans provided us with beds for my kids a bike for my son to get to school and a fridge. Most importantly they made us feel like we had a home and we are forever grateful!!!!!!
I have witnessed the blessings that Volunteers for Veterans Foundation has given to the veteran community on so many occasions, they fill the gap when needed and without hesitation. I applaud this organization for all the hard work they put in while hurdling over any road blocks they come across! Thank you for all you do!
The Department of Veteran Affairs has been a direct recipient of this awesome organization and people. For over 25 years. This group has worked tirelessly every year to raise funds to go directly to Veterans in need. They have provided funds for food, rent, utilities, car insurance, clothing, etc. I could go on and on about how much they have done not only for our hospitalized Veterans with providing support to many events and programs, including, Women Veterans, Returning Combat Veterans, Social Work Emergency Fund, Eyeglasses, Hygiene Kits, Vet Centers, Recreational Therapy and the Community Living Center.
I am so grateful to the Volks and committee for all their love and support for America's Hero's.
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Volunteers for Veterans Foundation has been the answer to many prayers by the Loma Linda VA Healthcare System staff and veterans. i have had the pleasure of working with them for the past seventeen years. These committee members are the most dedicated, supportive and caring people I have ever met. They have donated more then one million dollars to our Medical Center, providing support for many programs, events and equiment needs that our hospital budget cannot support. These people work all year long to prepare for the wonderful event, Veterans Car Show.The distriution of these funds have gone to support, Homeless Veterans, OIF-OEF, Returning Combat Veterans, Women Veterans Program and awareness,Eyeglasses for those that do not meet the criteria or do not have funds of their own, POW Programs, Social Work Services, which provides food, bus tickets, gas cards, etc. to needy vets, they have in the past also donated a Ambulance Van to transport critical care patients, which has save the Medical Center over 1 million a year. To sum it up the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation and it's Committee members are the epitome of Volunteerism for our American Heroes.
Volunteers For Veterans Foundation is a great organization, willing to work with other non profits in efforts to assist our veterans achieve their goals. Volunteers For Veterans Foundation's quick action in meeting our veterans' needs is very impressive and appreciated in our field. Thank you for bringing hope to our veterans!
They do an outstanding job for our Veterans. A very dedicated group of volunteers that are not paid a salary. They genuinely love what they are doing and who they are helping.
This has got to be the best organized group of people whom have one goal in Life....Bring people and VETERANS together..in a family oriented environment of Cars ,Fellowship and Fun. Smiles are everywhere at these shows ...They Bless the VETERANS so much all year round ...God Bless
By way of disclosure, let me say that I know Volks who founded this organization.
If you allow for that, let me say that any non-profit that helps so many, pays no salaries and is all-volunteer is deserving of all the help we can give them.
I have been part of this event for 23 years, and part of the Board sence its beginning. I have wonderful time giving back to men and women who have fought for our freedom. Our Foundation has a great committee and is always looking into making sure that those who serve our country will be taken care of. It’s an honor to be one of many that support this foundation. I only ask that if you love your Freedom thank a Vet. our story here and help others understand this charity
the Veterans Car Show which is held the first Sunday of every October. We have raised and distributed over $2 million dollars. There are no salary employees of the foundation or car show. We are committed to the welfare of our military family, knowing that for every serviceperson deployed in a combat zone a family is waiting and supporting them from home. We are committed to stand the gap when military pay and benefits are disrupted for any reason, so that family can continue to be a source of support until the income resumes. We are dedicated to the inpatient and outpatient care of our past, present and future servicepersons who will receive treatment at the Loma Linda VA facility. Their care and needs are primary to the Foundation and we continue to help improve and support services such as chemo facility expansion, transportation and basic patient services.
This Foundation is a group of people that have helped 100's if not thousands of Veterans and active Military. They help with life saving utilities, Transportation , Food, Wheelchairs, have put new televisions in the hospital rooms with satellite so the Veterans can watch sports, movies, ect. You cannot ask for a better caring group than these Volunteers.
have been working with VOLUNTEERS FOR VETERANS FOUNDATION
for the last few year and know that it is one of the foundaiton that All the money donated goes to help our veterans and Active Military. no one is a paid that is a voluntee for this foundation.
how can one put a price on a life , its called our VETERANS past as well as present! we don't know then nor do they know us but they put there life up to protect us and others .
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I have been involved with this foundation for a few years now and have seen how these funds have helped our men and women of the arm services that have and are still doing to protect us. If it was not for them we would not have such a great country, I feel honored to be part of this committee to show we care and love the freedom for which they have sacrifice so much. I have put in many hours to help raise funds so that this foundation may be able to do the wounderful things it has been able to do. I wish our vets didn't need a foundation like this , but yet I am grateful this foundation is there for them , my dad is a vet and this foundation has also saved my life since i'm disabled and retired,it has given me something to strive for in giving something back to those who put their life in harm's way to protect me, yet they don't even know me but still are willing to do so.
I have been involved with this organization for two (2) years thanks to a close friend that was, and still is, very dedicated to it. At the beginning I knew some of what this organization's work was, but soon learned that what they provided to the veterans was far beyond what you could imagine be accomplished by a small group of individuals. This is a group of extraordinary people who have accomplished so much over the years to help the veterans who pass through the doors of the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Hospital. Funds generated by this group have provided items large and small for the veterans' needs at the hospital - from replacement television remotes, telephones, wheelchairs and a transporter unit to funding/support of programs which would have been cut/eliminated due to government cutbacks and helping with housing issues encountered by our veterans. The organization's slogan " If you love your freedom, thank a vet" is very true - but it is also true that actions speak louder than words and that is what this group of people is about. They don't just talk about helping, they get out there and do something to ensure our veterans receive the proper care they are entitled to for having served this country.
I have been involved with the Car show through the Pismo Beach car show. THis is the best volunteer group I havew ever had the privlede of helping. Everyone is there to help and we all want to see the best for the Veterans. I would and will do anything I can for the great group.
I have watched the Veterans Car Show grow from an idea to what it is today. I have been fortunate to be a part of the car show from the start. Our group is now the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation,an outstanding non-profit organization. The car show is our largest fund raise. We help provide this assistance to those who are in transition to civilian life and awaiting VA benefits. The Volunteers for Veterans Foundation provides support to the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, thought the Voluntary Service Dept. All funds donated are used to help our Veterans and active Military in some way. The government is providing first-class medical care for our wounded soldiers, but it will never be able to provide all of what they deserve and so many services desperately needed by their families. The Volunteers for Veterans Foundation is ran by all volunteers. We could not do all that we do without the help of everyone that supports our foundation, and we want to say thank you. Larry Volk
It has been my priveledge to be a part of the Volunteers For Veterans Foundation for several years now. The amount of hours that Larry and Betty and the group put in is staggering, but the rewards are great. Its a wonderful feeling to know that all of our efforts go towards helping our Vets with the needs that they have.
The Volunteers for Veterans Foundation was formalized just last year, however, their work has been going on for the past 20 plus years. The support shown to our Veterans through this Foundation is beneficial to long time Vets and to those returning from recent conflicts. I am proud to be affiliated with this group as a volunteer. The Committee members and volunteers work hard at raising funds toward providing services for Vets in need and their families.
This has been a very rewarding experience for my brother, myself and now our children. We have learned the importance of acceptance and gratification of helping others, especially those that have served to protect our country. We both have worked with our parents on the Veterans Car Show, and now enjoy taking our children to the show. I have so much respect for the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. I know that this foundation works all year long to raise money to help the Loma Linda VA Center and our Veterans. Both our parents have worked for over 15 years to help our veterans. Thanks for all you do, we love you Amber volk Ornelas
I have so much respect for the Volunteers for Veterans Foundation. There aren't a lot of organizations where the mission is the most important thing. These people only think of the veterans and how they can help them. Putting on the car shows year after year is not an easy job. They are not only running the program to assist Veterans, they are also raising the money themselves. It can be not only physically tough but also mentally exhausting, and yet year after year they continue to do it. Our Veterans are lucky to have a group like this looking out for them.
This has been a very rewarding experience for both myself and my 9 year old daughter. She is learning the importance of acceptance and gratification of helping others, especially those that have served to protect our country. We look forward to it every year, she even enjoys being there at 5:30 in the morning.
We so appreciate this organization and their support to the veterans we serve. What a wonderful friend group leaders Larry and Betty have been. Thanks for all you have done for veterans.
I have worked with this great group for about 15 year on the car show committee and now on the board. The Volunteers for Veterans Foundation works all year to raise founds to help our vets and active military. Our Committee spends every weekend going out to car shows selling tickets for the give-away-car all year long. We have raised over $1,200,000.00 for our Vets at Loma Linda V.A. hospital in the last 19 years. This years car show is October 3, 2010. It had been a privilege to be a part of this group our motto says it all IF YOU LOVE YOUR FREEDOM THANK A VET
This is one group that Really cares about our Veterans and their needs. By working with the Jerry L.Pettis Veterans Hospital, many Veterans have received the comfort they need for their stay in the Hospital, at home, or help returning to civilian life. The funds raised by the Car Show, Give-A-Way Car and other things being done has help provide the items needed. I am very proud to be a part of this group.
FOR THE LAST 19 YEARS MY HUSBAND AND MYSELF HAVE BEEN HONORED TO BE PART OF THE "VETERAN'S CAR SHOW COMMITTEE". THIS GROUP OF DEDICATED PEOPLE WORK ALL YEAR TO PUT ON A ONE DAY CAR SHOW THAT HAS RAISED MONEY TO SUPPORT OUR VETS. EVERY PENNY RAISED IS DONATED TO OUR VETS. THE VETERAN'S HOSPITAL IN OUR COMMUNITY CONSULT WITH OUR BOARD TO MAKE US AWARE OF THE NEEDS OF THE VETERAN'S AND WE OFFER ASISTANCE WITH THE MONEY WE RAISE. SOME OF THE THINGS WE HAVE DONATED TO THRE VETERAN'S ARE TELEPHONES IN THE ROOMS AT THE HOSPITAL,A NEW ABULANCE THAT CAN TRANSPORT THE VETERANS WHEN THEY NEED TO TRAVEL TO OTHER FACILITIES FOR CARE, ASSISTANCE TO VETERANS JUST RETURNING FROM ACTIVE DUTY AND ARE UNABLE TO PAY RENT OR UTILITY BILLS AND THE LIST GOES ON AND ON AND ON. OUR MEN AND WOMAN IN UNIFORM NEED OUR HELP. OUR GOAL IS TO LET THEM AND THEIR FAMILIES KNOW THEY ARE APPRECIATED FOR ALL THEY DO AND SACRIFICE. "IF YOU LOVE YOUR FREEDOM,THANK A VET"