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September 22, 2016

HVAF provides bikes to homeless veterans

Reggie Jefferson, 58, a homeless U.S. Army veteran, was once a professional singer. He relocated to South Beach, Florida in 1994 after his wife passed away. Reggie says he ended up homeless, sleeping on the beach, listening to ocean waves crash before him. His life […]

October 30, 2016

Students volunteer at HVAF

Students from IUPUI and Ivy Tech joined forces to paint the women’s clothing pantry at HVAF. The fresh coat of paint brightens up the room which is used to store, sort, and distribute clothing. Ten percent of the veterans HVAF serves are women. On any […]

October 30, 2016

For one homeless veteran, life’s ups begin to outweigh the downs

Kevin C. was on the brink of becoming chronically homeless. In April 2016, he came to HVAF for help. Born and raised on the near east side of Indianapolis, he joined the U.S. Army in 1979 at the age of 18, and he served for […]

October 30, 2016

New employment opportunity provides hope

Veteran Michael S. had no idea what life would look like after transitioning out of a career in the military. He knew he had a place in the civilian world, but after serving in a variety of roles in the Army, it wasn’t immediately clear […]

October 30, 2016

Homeless for three years, veteran qualifies for benefits with help of HVAF

At 71, West Virginia veteran Clarence B. has experienced more than his fair share of ups and downs since he left the Marines Corps. That he survived, and is now thriving, is testament to his tenacity. It’s also a tribute to a determined network of […]

October 30, 2016

New picnic tables installed at housing property

Employees at Rolls Royce of Indianapolis installed picnic tables for homeless veterans at HVAF. With its outdoor bench seating, veterans at HVAF’s Warman property have a comfortable place to convene when outside. “Giving back and assisting was just a Christian thing to do,” says Kevin […]

November 22, 2016

Faith-based organization serves veterans at HVAF

Pam Thacker began volunteering at the young age of 16. To Pam, volunteering was a cornerstone of life – a way to help those going through difficult situations, lift them up, and give them hope. Alongside fellow members of New Hope Presbyterian in Fishers, Ind., Pam […]

November 22, 2016

A homeless veteran turns her life around with help from HVAF

A Case Manager at HVAF helped connect an Army veteran with the resources she needed after being unemployed for eight months. Anita M. joined the Army when she turned 21 for free room and board and a chance to travel. Two and a half years later […]

November 22, 2016

Homeless veteran moves out of transitional housing and into her own apartment with support from HVAF

Lannette H., 45, a Birmingham, Ala., native is used to keeping her head above water. She joined the Navy in 1989, unable to swim. Photographed left to right: Alison Hughes, HVAF Case Manager with Lannette H., homeless veteran “I was chatting with recruiters and next […]