Page 3 - 2016 HVAF Annual Report

TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
The transition from supportive housing to permanent housing can often times be overwhelming for a veteran. HVAF’s housing specialists help ease this transition. Each night, we serve roughly 200 veterans in one of our 13 housing properties.
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR VETERAN FAMILIES
The goal of the SSVF program is to promote housing stability among very low-income veteran families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
EMPLOYMENT / LEGAL
With partnership with various area employers, HVAF has three designated employment specialists, who assist veterans with resumes, mock job interviews, and supply steady relationships and networking with local employers to help veterans secure employment. Through our partnership with the Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic (NCLC) 199 veterans received legal assistance in 2016.
FUNDRAISERS
Thanks to Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery for hosting the 2nd annual fundraiser OPERATION ALPHA: A Benefit for HVAF on Veterans Day. Attendees were inspired by a veteran who went through near homelessness and the successes he has had since working with HVAF. Also, several businesses and organizations held fundraisers and events on behalf of HVAF throughout the year and provided monetary and time donations. Outreach received countless donations including furniture, food, gift cards, hygiene items and clothing.
STAFFING
HVAF is thriving because of the extraordinary volunteers and resilient veterans, but it is the staff that keeps the organization on its feet. Kevin Hillman, Employment Specialist, reflects on the importance of the organization and how rewarding it is to work at HVAF.