January 15, 2025
We’ve wrapped up the holiday season, rung in a new year (2025!), been buried in our first snow of the year, and now it’s time to focus on the work that lies ahead. 2025 has already been busy, and I know that we will continue […]
January 15, 2025
When James first approached HVAF, he was looking for more than just assistance—he was searching for a second chance. A Navy veteran hailing from Chicago, James had faced his share of challenges after leaving the military. But thanks to his determination, a heartwarming passion for […]
January 6, 2025
Christmas time is especially important for children, as their innocence provides dreams of Santa leaving their most sought after wishes under the Christmas tree. Thanks to the generosity of our community partners, HVAF provided gifts for a total of 62 families, 375 individuals, hoping to […]
January 2, 2025
New Episode Alert! Miss out on our 12 Veterans of Christmas? Don’t worry—this episode is for YOU! On this very special episode of Roger That, we are joined by Lauren Mardis, our Rapid Rehousing Coordinator here at HVAF, to revisit and recap the incredible success […]
December 31, 2024
That’s a wrap on the 12 Veterans of Christmas! As we bring these days to a close, we reflect on the remarkable journey we’ve embarked on together. Each day, we’ve had the privilege of sharing inspiring stories of veterans who have overcome significant challenges in […]
December 10, 2024
My name is Mackenzie Triscik, and I am currently serving as the Marketing & Communications Intern at HVAF. I began my internship in August and am set to wrap up this week. I’ve always wanted to work for an organization that positively impacts the community, […]