Washington Department of Veterans Affairs: A New Partnership with the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe to Enhance Veteran Services in Washington State FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 10, 2025 Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe and Washington Department of …
Kelso, WA – Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will host a Women Veterans Forum from 8:30 to 9:30 and a Veterans Town Hall from 10:00 to 12:30 on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Elks Kelso/Longview Lodge #1482, 900 Ash St., Kelso, WA …
As we approach the end of 2024, I want to take a moment to reflect on the tremendous progress we’ve made together in our mission of Serving Those Who Served. With just a few hours left in the year, it's only natural to begin looking forward to the …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington State’s YesVets program is celebrating a 30% increase in participating employers, with 2,183 businesses now enrolled. The program, which helps foster a supportive community for Veterans, encourages …
On behalf of your WDVA Leadership Team, we wish you all the very happiest of holidays and look forward to our work together in 2025! It is our honor to work with you to save and transform lives and become the leading state in Veteran service delivery and …
Meet Meatball, the senior foster dog who found her forever home in the most heartwarming way thanks to a wonderful partnership between the Washington Veterans Home (WVH) – Retsil and the Kitsap Humane Society (KHS). Together, these two organizations have …
Honoring Our Fallen Heroes: Recent Holiday Remembrance and Wreaths Across America Events This past holiday season, communities across Washington came together to honor and remember our fallen veterans through heartfelt ceremonies and wreath-laying events. …
As we embrace the holiday season, we want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a joyful and peaceful time. This season is about giving back, spreading kindness, and making a difference in the lives of others. As we reflect on this season of …
Medical Lake — Public Invited to Veterans Holiday Remembrance at State Veterans Cemetery. The State Veterans Cemetery at Medical Lake will hold an annual Veterans Holiday Remembrance ceremony on Saturday December 14, 2024. The ceremony will begin at 12pm …
Washington State Government Agencies Increase Purchasing with Veteran-Owned Businesses by 152% in Fiscal Year 2024 Olympia, WA – The Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is proud to announce a significant milestone in spending with Veteran- …
Port Orchard Veterans to Provide Foster Homes for Local Animals Silverdale, WA – The Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard, locally known as the Retsil Veterans Home, is embarking on a heartwarming new partnership with the Kitsap Humane Society (KHS) to …
Outstanding Service to Veterans Award Recipients Recognized for Their Dedication and Commitment Olympia, WA – Olympia, WA – The Governor's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Service …
Washington State Veterans Affairs to Host Annual Commanders Call on December 4, 2024 Olympia, WA – The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) and the Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) invite all leaders and advocates …
NOMINATE A LOCAL HERO FOR A CITIZEN HONOR AWARD Heroes walk among us every day—many who have never worn a uniform. Acts of service often happen quietly, as people step up to help others, take action in crisis, or give selflessly for the greater good. These …
November 4, 2024 Join the Veterans Employee Resource Group’s Veterans Day Ceremony: "A Legacy of Loyalty and Service" in the Legislative Building in Olympia Olympia, WA – The Washington State Veterans Employee Resource Group (VERG), Employment …
In recognition of this year’s Veterans Day theme, we salute the loyalty and service that define our Veterans. Your steadfast devotion to duty and country inspires us all. From the battlefields to the home front, your unwavering commitment has safeguarded …
WHEREAS, our veterans are brave and selfless individuals who, when duty called, willingly put themselves in harm's way to defend the lives and liberty of others; and WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the people who served in the Armed Forces …
October 18, 2024 Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is working with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to prevent Veteran suicide in Washington state. Statewide: Through the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention …
WDVA's efforts in honoring Veterans of the Vietnam era have been recognized by the U.S.A. Vietnam War Commemoration. Our actions, such as our Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans events and our pinning event in Spokane, have placed WDVA in the top 15th …
In this edition: This past Gold Star Families Day, held on Sept. 29, 2024, our nation honored the profound sacrifices made by the families of our fallen heroes. Their strength and resilience are a testament to the enduring spirit of our nation. I …
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