U.S.VETS-Phoenix: August Newsletter
Read and download the U.S.VETS – Phoenix August newsletter here.
Afghanistan. A message from U.S.VETS President and CEO Steve Peck
Twenty years ago, after the devastation of 9/11, America deployed the largest military force in its history. Many of our brothers and sisters volunteered without hesitation and fought courageously for the freedoms of others. Their service and commitment to our country mattered tremendously to the people in the regions they served and to all of us…
VA awards $418 million in grants to help Veterans and families at risk of homelessness
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $418 million in grants to more than 260 non-profit organizations in June, allowing low-income Veteran families around the nation to access services under the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program. SSVF grantees are authorized to use the funds to rapidly re-house Veterans who become homeless or to prevent Veterans…
Racial Equity and Inclusion: U.S.VETS Approach and Strategies
Racial Equity and Inclusion: U.S.VETS Approach and Strategies Racial injustice is not a new issue. Systemic racism has plagued our country, military, and veteran community, throughout our history. As a society, we can no longer say we stand with our vets, without standing against the social inequities they face. U.S.VETS is working to address…
U.S.VETS-Phoenix: Helping valley veterans
This video was originally posted by ABC 15, found here.
Thunderbirds Charities Donates $100,000 to U.S.VETS – Phoenix for New Building
Thunderbirds Charities generously awarded $100,000 for U.S.VETS – Phoenix for renovations in their new location. U.S.VETS – Phoenix has proudly served homeless, at-risk, and underserved veterans for nearly 20 years. As the largest nonprofit exclusively dedicated to veterans in Maricopa County and the United States, U.S.VETS provides case management, mental health counseling, career development, meals, and housing.…
Arizona Provides $500K To Combat Veteran Homelessness
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Housing today announced $500,000 for the United States Veterans Initiative to support its efforts to ensure veterans experiencing homelessness have safe, adequate living conditions. This announcement comes on the first day of Tom Simplot’s new role as Director of the Arizona Department of Housing…
The City of Phoenix allots $10.5 million to help homeless vets
Phoenix City Council unanimously agreed to give $10.5 million to support homeless veterans after U.S. Vets Phoenix Executive Director Michelle Jameson said her organization no longer had the money to pay rent at their Grand Avenue facility, which is currently housing 170 veterans. The U.S. Vets Phoenix organization works to house veterans experiencing homelessness…
Phoenix City Council allocates $10.5 million from CARES Act to help homeless veterans
“It’s an amazing opportunity for U.S. Vets, but more importantly, for the U.S. Veterans that we serve,” said Michelle Jameson, the executive director of U.S. Vets of Phoenix. U.S. Vets is a nonprofit that helps veterans overcome any obstacles they may be facing, such as physical health, mental health, or substance abuse. They provide…
2020 Increase in Veteran Homelessness Sparks Incremental Funding
June 22, 2021 /3BL Media/ – In 2020, veteran homelessness increased for the first time in several years, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on this vulnerable population has yet to be fully measured. By working with nonprofit organizations across the nation, The Home Depot Foundation aims to reverse this troubling trend and ensure…