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Hollywood Gaming has a lot going on.  Not only do they offer entertainment, but they also help to offer assistance to veterans. Thanks to the on-going relationship with Hollywood Gaming in Youngstown, Veterans’ Outreach has been able to help hundreds of veterans overcome problems that have overwhelmed them. The relationship has blossomed to three other

On a normal busy day at Veterans’ Outreach, we have a lot of visitors – most come here to get help.  But we had some surprise visitors that were here to give help.   Two members from the Vienna VFW Post 3521 stopped by to donate turkeys and beautiful hand decorated tote bags to carry them

Veterans’ Outreach had the privilege to host the Youngstown Bluecoats a few days ago to present an event that distributed warming items to veterans.  Many veterans came out for the opportunity to get ready for the cold weather ahead.  The Bluecoats bus was fully stocked and offered new boots, socks, coats, hats, gloves and scarves

Today, we want to share a follow up to a previous “Spotlight on Service”.  We had received a large donation of new kitchen and bath cabinets, lighting, and flooring.  A veteran that had recently completed a rehab program was ready to rehab his home which was in very poor condition.   We donated kitchen cabinets,

“Home Free – A Tribute to the American Veteran” is a great dedication to all veterans and to what we were given in these United states of America by their sacrifices. This compilation of patriotic songs was written and performed by true freedom loving artists dedicated to the message of thanks and heartfelt respect to

It seems we all have something to whine and moan and complain about! August 30th, January 6th, Floyd, the southern border crisis, COVID-19 and the variants, defunding the police, taxes, gas prices, our environment, and food prices, and so many more things that we are surviving.   But, we are still here, “one nation under GOD,

Outside forces and circumstances beyond our control create issues for all of us; and these push their way into our place of comfortability and security.  Add that to a veteran suffering from PTSD and other medical conditions can lead into a place of hopelessness and helplessness.   Such is often the case when a veteran

A female Veteran called with a unique problem.  Her sliding glass door had shattered in a thunderstorm and her homeowner’s policy did not cover glass.  She had recently purchased the home and had just moved in when this happened.  The Veteran went on to explain that moving costs left her quite broke and she needed

Once again, the members and friends from American Legion Post 472 hosted a Poker Run to benefit Veterans’ Outreach programs for veterans.  Their selfless work and dedication are humbling and energizing at the same time.  We were invited to a check presentation and were overwhelmed with their generous support of our mission to honor and

A grieving family donated a mobility scooter and electric lift after their beloved veteran passed on.  It was fully charged and ready for a veteran in need.  We parked it inside along with the lift.  We learned of a veteran that was the perfect fit.  The donor’s family can rest assured that their loved one’s

Commander Steve “Hellhound” Vickers from the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association, CVMA, located in Cambridge Ohio contacted Veterans’ Outreach a few months back.  Commander Vickers said that they had selected Veterans’ Outreach to be one of the 501(c)3 organizations that they would donate to in 2021.  He said he just wants to help his veteran brothers

The Veterans’ Outreach 6th Annual Golf Scramble was a great success.  This group of staff, volunteers, and others not in the photo worked tirelessly to host a fun day for 134 golfers.  There were 52 sponsors!  Proceeds from this event will help more than 100 veterans with financial help.              

                Pic Courtesy of USA Today Afghanistan! The heartbreak of all that is unfolding there is especially unyielding with the deaths of those 13 brave soldiers. Sons and daughters that believed in the mission and obeyed their orders while evacuating fellow Americans and others. They were AMBUSHED while

No veteran should be homeless.  Think about the selflessness of their service, to benefit you and I, people they don’t even know.  They inspire us and many others to continue the efforts to help them navigate troubled times.

Boardman United Methodist Church held their “Trash and Treasure” sale a couple of months ago.  They donated the remaining treasures, and we loaded our “Big Blue” truck.  Sadly, the truck was so excited about the donation, it would not shut down and had to visit the repair shop!  Months went by waiting on the right

  Recently, a lady’s group from Redeemer Lutheran Church in Austintown Ohio conducted a “Trash and Treasure Sale”.  They had previously visited Veterans’ Outreach to gain a better understanding of the work we do and from that visit, decided that their sale would benefit Veterans’ Outreach.  The ladies proudly delivered the proceeds, and thanked God

A disabled vet living alone with several medical problems did not have a working phone.  Veterans’ Outreach purchased a phone and minutes for him immediately.  This veteran has deep issues that require him to be able to stay in touch with his health care providers.  A Veterans’ Outreach employee set up and activated the phone,

A veteran came to our office in need of his medication.  He had called the VA and was told it would take two weeks to get his medication.  He was very concerned about what he would do in the meantime.  He was completely out of meds for his various life-threatening conditions.  Our Services Director called

Have you ever had a week that was so filled with “stuff” that could have filled a month?  I think we all have; they sneak up on you and then Bam!  You are in the middle of it.   It started with pulling together a birthday party for my dear friend, Joe Lavinger, a WWII

  As we were unloading a truck of food for our Freedom Food Pantry, a veteran stepped up to help.  He was proud to talk about his upcoming entrance to the local university’s school of business.    This veteran came to us a few years back, homeless, staying at a local shelter.  He has transitioned

“The Ohio Flags of Honor Foundation was founded to honor the men and women from our state that have sacrificed their lives in service of their country in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the war on terror.” Veterans’ Outreach hosted this great group of patriots in 2018 and planned to do it 2020, but got Covid cancelled. 

  Veterans’ Outreach was recently visited by a group of several men representing local veterans groups including the DAV, American Legion, VFW, and Amvets.  They have joined together to help a disabled veteran that needs a ramp built at his home.  They came to our office to seek a financial commitment to the cause.  We

Recently, a veteran had to quit his job because of a heart condition.  His doctor told him he may need open heart surgery or a transplant.   This happened very suddenly, the job loss has been devastating.  The utility providers were threatening shut off. Veterans’ Outreach was able to negotiate with the utility providers a manageable

                    Happy Independence Day!  That is what the 4th of July is all about.  How did we get here?  What does it all mean? The 4th of July has always been a day of fireworks and hotdogs. Moreover, it is often portrayed in numerous works of

  A veteran came to our office very distraught, confused, and yes, kind of afraid.  He had a couple of strokes, and needed to go into a nursing home for rehab.  He is alone in the world, his landlord was not willing to hold his apartment while he was away in rehab,  so when he

  Memorial Day!  It’s over for another year.  Something makes me want to make it last longer than a day or a weekend.  It is so vitally important to continue all year long. Simply say “Hi” to a Veteran, and thank them for their service.  That small recognition means so much.

  Veterans’ Outreach was contacted with a simple request, “Is it ok if we hold a food drive to benefit Veterans’ Outreach Freedom Food Pantry?” We were blessed by a school nurse Lia Byrne and her son, future Class President Dante Byrne. In just a few days, they pulled together a food drive that netted

Veterans’ Outreach recently attended a Flag Retirement Ceremony hosted by Hubbard VFW Post 6737.  We brought hundreds of flags that had been given to us over the last several months for proper disposal. It was a cold and rainy evening with frequent wind gusts, but that didn’t dampen the ceremony.  It was a beautiful experience;

  A veteran called our office on a day that we are closed.  An employee happened to be there, and answered the call.

A female veteran came to Veterans’ Outreach because she was being evicted.  She was distraught and really didn’t know which way to turn.  Her financial problems resulted from a job loss.  We were able to talk to the landlord and pay a portion of the rent to stop the eviction.   We also offered her

A veteran came to our office, only to find out that he had a dead battery.  He needed to get back and forth to job sites and doctor appointments.  He was pretty shook up, with concern of how he could afford a new battery, and if he would be stranded.  Veterans’ Outreach we was able

Today, we would like to spotlight one of the most common requests that we encounter in our work of helping veterans.  There are many veterans that have problems keeping their utilities on.  The reasons vary, for example, a female veteran asked for help to get her utilities turned back on.  She had experienced a lot

Most people think of Memorial Day as the kickoff of our summer season, but it means so much more and it began with a selfless act of brotherly love. Memorial Day was started by former slaves on May, 1, 1865 in Charleston, SC to honor 257 dead Union Soldiers who had been buried in a

Today we would like to spotlight a “Case of the Week.” A caseworker came to the office and asked if we can assist a veteran with motor vehicle fines. This veteran has worked very hard to change their life. She has been able to get housing and disability, but now she is seeking a job.

My office has the view of the parking lot at our corporate office north of Youngstown in Liberty Township Ohio. I see so much through the day that energizes me to do better, to do more, to do the absolute best that I can for Veterans’ Outreach. I see dozens of veterans every day coming

You know, all of us have one. A life…your life, a God Given Life!

James (Jimmy) Valentini was born November 28, 1950, and passed on October 22, 2020. Jimmy worked as a musician, singer, songwriter and recording engineer.

Today we would like to spotlight a “Case of the Week.” A veteran that we’ve helped over the years that had numerous medical problems and operations needed to go to Georgia for an operation. He was able to pay for the airfare but needed help before the operation. We were able to pay for a hotel

Today we would like to spotlight a “Case of the Week.” A caseworker called at the end of the day and asked if we can help pay the phone bill for a homeless veteran that needed to keep in contact with the VA for his for medical and housing appointments. The caseworker thanked us after

Today,  we would like to spotlight a “Case of the Week”.  A veteran that had lost his job due to Covid 19 has been looking for a new job for six months.  He came to our office a few days ago with the best news.  He had finally been hired to a position that he

Today, we would like to spotlight a “Case of the Week”. A blind disabled veteran was in a situation where he was near homeless. A partnering agency was able to step up to help with the security deposit. We were able to pay his rent and he was able to move in immediately. It’s a

Racism should be talked about where it exists and confront it for what it is – WRONG! The Military had their hands full in the 60’s and 70’s, for it was bold and alive. You think Woodstock might have made it less of an issue with their “Love Power”!

The giveaway is from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the outreach center on Belgrade Avenue.

Today, we would like to spotlight a “Case of the Week”. Recently, a homeless veteran was referred to us from the VA. The VA was able to secure housing for the veteran through the HUD VASH Program. However, the veteran needed kitchen items, bedding, and food. We were able to fill all of his needs

The distribution is scheduled to take place from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The distribution is scheduled to take place from 10:30 a.m. to 2 :30 p.m. Veterans’ Outreach in Youngstown will be distributing items to help keep warm next week. The event will be held at their building located at 7 Belgrade Avenue on Tuesday, February 23.

Today, we would like to share an update with you from our corporate office located in Liberty Township, just north of Youngstown Ohio. VETERAN STEALS FROM OTHER VETERANS BY WRITING COUNTERFEIT CHECKS The last couple of weeks have been difficult regarding our Direct Aid Program which provides financial assistance to veterans in need with a

Veterans’ Outreach of Florida is saying thanks and farewell to Bob Graham, the Regional Manager for 10 years. He started his position on his 80th birthday and ended it on his 90th birthday, dedicating his entire Octogenarian years helping veterans.  Personally, he is proud to say, that he has helped over 2,800 fellow veterans with

Edward M. Lynch was born January 29, 1947 and passed on January 7, 2021.

“A veteran is still a veteran, by any other name, just like a ROSE!”  I wrote that almost three decades ago when I first started developing and building the organization.  I wanted to plant my feet firmly in a mission where every vet was treated equal. The soldiers that shared a fox hole together didn’t

LIBERTY, Ohio (WYTV) – You don’t have to be a veteran to help veterans. One man from Liberty and his wife have been helping out local veterans for years. John Ely isn’t a veteran, but he is familiar with the needs of veterans. His father survived in Pearl Harbor and his brother suffers from PTSD

Today, we’d like to share a “Spotlight of the Week” with you.  This originates from our corporate office in Liberty Township, north of Youngstown Ohio. “Unity is strength, when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.”  (Mattie Stepanek) Veterans’ Outreach partnered with a local veterans group at Thanksgiving.  The group provided huge bags of groceries

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our office located in Liberty Township, just north of Youngstown Ohio.   Veteran’s Major Home Repair Problem Solved   A local well-known veteran caseworker has the opportunity to help veterans with major home repairs through a new program.  A veteran needs his porch

Today, we’d like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota FL office. Veteran’s Fear of Power Shut Off RELIEVED Our Sarasota office was contacted by a veteran with a long history of homelessness.  The VA’s Hud-Vash program finally furnished him with an apartment from their list but, as is their policy, their

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota Florida office. Disabled Vietnam Veteran Maintains Independence Sarasota was approached by a veteran just released after 3 months, following live transplant. He has many other issues, generated by Agent Orange during the Vietnam conflict – e.g. PTSD, bi-polarity, depression, anxiety and

Hey Folks, Merry Christmas to all! has been one “Hell” of a year, God Bless us all, as we continue to try to survive.  At this point, we have lost 1/2 as many loved ones as we lost during WWII!  The Christmas Cheers will be labored, the Merry Christmas greetings will be muted from our

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota Florida office. SARASOTA VETERAN KEEPS COOL   A local veteran visited our Sarasota office.  He had lost his job due to Pandemic cutbacks and was very distraught because he could not  cover his electricity bill.  He was threatened with cutoff,  he asked

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate home located in Liberty Township, just north of Youngstown Ohio. VETERANS’ WIDOW “PAYS IT FORWARD” The widow of a recently deceased veteran gave us a call a week or so ago.  She let us know that her husband had passed on,

Editor’s note: This story corrects when a second delivery was planned. We regret the error. LIBERTY TWP., Ohio (WKBN) – Local veterans got a special treat on Tuesday.

LIBERTY, Ohio (WYTV) – You don’t have to be a veteran to help veterans. One man from Liberty and his wife have been helping out local veterans for years. John Ely isn’t a veteran, but he is familiar with the needs of veterans. His father survived in Pearl Harbor and his brother suffers from PTSD

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate home located in Liberty Township, north of Youngstown Ohio. FEMALE VETERAN GETS HELP WITH WATER SHUT OFF NOTICE A female veteran came to our office in a frantic state.  Her water was due to be shut off on that day!  She

John’s Editorial The Blood, the Guts, and the GLORY? Most Americans have stories to tell about personal experiences or of a loved one’s service to our country.  However, many stories won’t be told and we will never know the true essence of what happened that kept us all safe from tyranny. The IMPACT of war

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate home located in Liberty Township, north of Youngstown Ohio. HOMELESS FEMALE VETERAN NEEDS HELP WITH TRANSITION A female veteran came to us for immediate help.  Her husband had been working in a foreign country, he has been detained from returning due

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate home located in Liberty Township, north of Youngstown Ohio. HOMELESS VETERAN GETS HOTEL STAY WHILE WAITING ON PERMANENT HOUSING We have helped so many veterans with similar needs, but it never gets old or repetitive, every veteran has a unique situation

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate office located in Liberty Township, just north of Youngstown, Ohio. We want to share a dear letter that we received from a Veterans Group that are currently imprisoned at Northeast Ohio Correctional Center.  In the past, this group has done numerous fundraisers

This week, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate home office located in Liberty Township, just north of Youngstown Ohio. Veteran Donates Mobility Scooter/Veterans Receive Mobility Scooter A very generous veteran donated a working Golden Companion Scooter.  He just wanted a vet in need to benefit from the freedom

Politics can be traced as far back as Aristotle, the “Father of Political Science”.  The very definition of politics is about people making agreements so that they can live together in groups such as tribes, cities, or countries and all share benefit from those agreements.  The problem is that we all think we know best.    Perhaps we should

Today, we want to share a “Case of the Week” from our home office located north of Youngstown Ohio in Liberty Township. Amputee Veteran Gets Help A Veteran visited our office with a couple of unrelated problems.  He had recently had his toes amputated and he needed his furnace repaired.  We were able to provide the medical supplies that he needed thanks

Today, we want to share a “Case of the Week” from our home office located north of Youngstown Ohio in Liberty Township. Agencies Work Together for Homeless Veteran A Veteran had fallen on some tough times and found himself homeless, he reached out for help from the local VA.   They were able to help him

Today, we want to share a “Case of the Week” from our home office located north of Youngstown Ohio in Liberty Township. Veteran Goes Home A Veteran became stranded in Youngstown after a series of unfortunate circumstances.  He wanted and needed to get back home to Buffalo, New York.  We purchased a Greyhound bus ticket

Today, we’d like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota, FL office as handled by our Regional Manager, Bob Graham. A previously homeless veteran was given an opportunity by the VA to move into an apartment.  They would cover the rent.  However, it was mandatory that the veteran obtain and pay for

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota Florida office. The Sarasota office was contacted by the VA to assist one of its cases.  Katherine, a veteran of course, is a single mom with a 2 year old daughter.  Due to the Pandemic, she has been unable to do

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Hartselle Alabama office. We were recently contacted by a veteran who was about to be released by a local hospital.  He was not from the area, just passing through and ended up in the hospital.  He needed two nights lodging to get

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Ohio office, just north of Youngstown in Liberty Township. Veteran Was In Over His Head An older veteran and his wife  purchased a house a few years ago.  It needed work, in the process of fixing up the house, they both fell

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota FL office. The Sarasota office was approached by a veteran who had been homeless until the VA Hud Vash program got him an apartment and paid the majority of the rental bill.  With complex knee problems, a required hip replacement so

Today we want to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate office located just north of Youngstown Ohio in Liberty Township. We got a call from the local police that a veteran had been left homeless.  This veteran had an argument with his girlfriend and also suffers from alcoholism.  He has many struggles

Today we want to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate office located just north of Youngstown Ohio in Liberty Township. A veteran came to us with great news that he had landed a good job.  The problem was that steel toe boots are required.  The veteran could not afford the boots, since

Veterans’ Outreach on Belgrade Avenue in Liberty gives out boxes of food to veterans from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday by: Nadine Grimley Posted: Jul 27, 2020 / 04:36 PM EDT / Updated: Jul 27, 2020 / 05:47 PM EDT LIBERTY TWP., Ohio (WKBN) – The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on

  Happy 97th Birthday Crazy Joe A Great Milestone for about anyone. Joe Lavinger, A WWII Veteran, was at the Normandy Invasion. He was helping to clear the mines in a mine sweeper called the USS Steady. After the War, he became a comedian and had his own band for 57 years. After that career…he

Today we want to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate office located just north of Youngstown Ohio in Liberty Township. A veteran came to us with a problem getting to work “legally”.  His exhaust pipe had fallen off, his vehicle was very loud and part of it was still hanging on, but

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate office located north of Youngstown, Ohio in Liberty Township. A female veteran went to Columbus Ohio for the promise of some part time employment.  She also planned to help out with some family situations.  Well, neither of her plans worked out, she called Veterans’ Outreach to

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Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our corporate office located north of Youngstown, Ohio in Liberty Township.   Veteran Falls Ill from Covid 19 A veteran that suffers from back pain and trauma has had to undergo many surgeries.  Sadly, he contracted the Covid 19 virus and was ill for several months.  His gas bill had fallen

Today, we’d like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Hartselle Alabama office. Recently we helped a veteran that had fallen on hard times, he had been very ill and had fallen behind on his bills. The power company was going to cut his power off the next day.  We called the power

Today, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota Florida office. We were approached by a VA caseworker about a combat veteran  who served in Iraq and suffers from PTSD.  She had been working as a medical assistant.  As has happened with millions, she lost her job and is unable to pay her

Today, we would like to share a Case of the Week from our corporate office located north of Youngstown Ohio in Liberty Township. Fresh Start for Homeless Veteran A veteran came to us that was homeless, but had begun to turn his life around into a positive direction.  He recently secured a job, but was

Heroes’ Passage Development has been stalled, pretty much, along with the rest of America’s businesses.  The gears of our nation and its’ principals are in clutch mode. We still are hopeful and resilient to keep the life changing dream alive for this magnificent project for our vets in need of a change in life! One

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Our Nation Still Stands! From Veterans’ Outreach President   Is that all you got? Yea…One punch and then a second punch to the guts of our nation. With all of the ugliness that 2020 has given to us in less than a year? What’s NEXT? The PANDEMIC and then the Floyd Riots have been one

A veteran suffered a stroke and was hospitalized for a time.  After his release, he could not work.  He came to us for help with his rented appliances, he was at the point of losing all of them for non-payment.  We paid his bill, he was so relieved.  Now he could focus on recovery and

The Mission of a Pearl Harbor Survivor’s Son! To Tell the Story… Through My Father: A Pearl Harbor Survivor William Gordon Ely was my father and I am proud to be his son and share his story.  He was born in Gallipolis, Ohio where he worked on the family farm when he was just eight

  My Brothers and Sisters Across America and Our World We Need Each Other Like Never Before COVID-19, as you know, is paralyzing our country and most other nations.  We are all trying to wrap our heads around what is happening in this new existence that we all find ourselves in. You have heard now,

Today, we want to share a very special “Case of the Week” from our Grayson KY office as told by Regional Manager, Ray Layne. Anonymous Donor Helps Dozens of Veterans Wednesday, March 11, 2020, seemed like any other day; nothing that really stood out; nothing exciting: and then a phone call changed everything about that

Today, we’d like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota FL office, as written by Bob Graham, Regional Manager. Veteran Keeps Clean Payment Record A local veteran called our Florida office to request much-needed help.  His daughter had died some six weeks ago and he had been so wrapped up in covering

Today, we’d like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Hartselle Alabama office. Advocate Helps Veteran with Fresh Start A Veterans’ Outreach team member has become an Advocate for a “Brother” in the service of our country, in a very good way.  This Brother Veteran had fallen into homelessness through a series of

Today, we would like to share a recent event held at our Grayson KY office to  celebrate Valentine’s Day. VETERANS SHARE A MEAL SPONSORED BY LOCAL CHURCHES The Grayson office hosted a group of eighteen for a Valentine’s Day Dinner on February 13, 2020.  Eight local churches assisted in making this a great event for

This week, we would like to share a “Case of the Week” from Bob, our Regional Manager of the Sarasota Florida office. Veteran Mom Threatened With Power Shut-off  Notice Our office was contacted by a VA case manager.  Her client has recently had a baby, along with a couple of small children but had to miss work for a

Today, we want to share a short note of gratitude from a veteran.  We couldn’t give a better example of the Direct Aid Program in action. GRATEFUL VETERAN SHARES HIS VETERANS’ OUTREACH EXPERIENCE Michelle, I received your email late last evening. I am so grateful!  Thank you so very much! I have re-entered the workforce and am

Today, we want to share a recent event, a look inside one of our fundraising partner relationships. —  Veterans’ Outreach Staff Invited to Have Lunch with Prisoners At the NORTH EAST OHIO CORRECTIONAL CENTER Veterans’ Outreach was contacted by a coordinator for Veterans Inmates from a local medium-security prison.  They offered to do fundraisers for us

Today, we’d like to share a “Case of the Week” from our Sarasota Florida office as told by our Regional Manager. Veteran’s Panic Quickly Relieved A Florida based veteran called, crying.  He’s a single parent with a small daughter, and the power had just been cut off.  He felt that he had let the child