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If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, there are caring, qualified VA responders standing by to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, anonymous, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care. Click on the Red Button or Call 1-800-273-8255 Press 1
Vietnam Veterans Of America, Headquarters
“Never again will one generation of veterans abandon another.” VVA knows what returning veterans face. We have been through it before and we know that, despite all the rhetoric, returning veterans will face major problems. VVA will be here for as long as it takes to make sure that those who serve our country receive the care and respect they have earned.
VVA Chapter #989 which covers the Reno Sparks Area is always looking for new Members. When you are ready to join ( TAP Here for APPLICATION-FOR-MEMBERSHIP )
975 Kirman Avenue, Reno, NV 89502 Phone: 775-786-7200
Fax: 775-328-1464
VAMC Reno is the hub of The VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System (VASNHCS) provides inpatient and outpatient care to a large geographical area that includes 20 counties in northern Nevada and northeastern California. The Reno campus is the site of the Ioannis A. Lougaris VA Medical Center, which operates 64 hospital beds and 60 Community Living Center (CLC) beds. VASNHCS also manages community based outpatient clinics in Auburn and Susanville, CA, and Carson Valley, Lahontan Valley, Fallon, and Winnemucca, NV. VASNHCS provides a broad array of inpatient and outpatient services in specialty medicine, surgery, primary care, mental health, and geriatrics and extended care. The hospital offers a wide range of diagnostic services, to include MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, as well as interventional cardiac catheterization services.
VAMC Reno Volunteering
Volunteers provide many important functions throughout the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System and help make our patients’ stay more enjoyable. Volunteers can perform a number of services, and a volunteer’s talents are closely matched with one of our many assignments. (Note: Volunteer needs vary from facility to facility, these are a sampling. Please contact us to discuss our current volunteer needs. To volunteer, call or visit the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System Voluntary Service Office. We will be happy to receive your application or discuss how you can help us in our mission to provide comfort and care to America’s veterans.
Community Affairs Services – office phone number 775-829-5661
Nevada Department of Veterans Services – NDVS
Nevada Department of Veterans Services -Serving Nevada’s Heroes – For over 75 years we have been dedicated to helping an estimated 250,000 Nevada veterans get the services, benefits and quality of life they deserve. The men and women of the Nevada Department of Veterans Services are honored to address any issue, problem or concern of Nevada’s veterans and serving military – and their families. In addition to offering benefits counseling and assistance, including filing VA claims at no cost, we also operate a nationally recognized Southern Nevada State Veterans Home, in Boulder City, and our Northern Nevada State Veterans Home in Sparks. We also offer burial services and support obtaining military honors at our memorial cemeteries located in both Northern and Southern Nevada.
NDVS- Veterans Services Organizations Registry
Welcome to the Nevada Veterans Services Organizations Registry of governmental agencies and private entities that provide services and resources to veterans, service members and their families and publish a digital copy of the registry on the Internet website maintained by the NDVS. About 40 Groups are Listed.
NDVS – United Veterans Legislative Council
The United Veterans Legislative Council (UVLC) is a nonpartisan, politically-neutral council open to all Nevada veterans, military, and advocates or organizations dedicated to legislative activities relating to serving all of Nevada’s veterans, military and their families. No cost for membership. The UVLC operates under a constitution with elected officers and a board.
Don’t Feed The Sharks
What is a “Claim Shark”? A Claim Shark is an individual or company that charges hefty fees to “assist” or “consult” veterans with filing their VA benefit claims – this practice is illegal!. Claim Sharks are not VA accredited, meaning they aren’t required to adhere to the well-established professional and ethical standards of VA accreditation, so their advice can often be misleading or even fraudulent. Like a “Loan Shark,” once you’re in, you can’t get out, and may be subject to new and hidden fees whenever you get a new rating, no matter who does the work.
Pin-Ups For Vets !!
Gina Elise and a “Thank You” For Supporting America’s Hospitalized Veterans! My late Grandpa Lou served in the Army for 4 years during World War II. I wanted to do something to honor his name. I always loved the romance of those bygone eras – especially the 1940’s – and I drew inspiration from the World War II pin-up girls, whose photos and paintings boosted morale for our soldiers fighting overseas. I came up with the idea to recreate a nostalgic pin-up calendar that would serve three purposes: 1. The calendars would be sold to raise funds for our hospitalized Veterans. 2. The calendars would be delivered as gifts to our ill and injured Veterans with messages of appreciation from the donors. 3. The calendars would be sent to our deployed troops to help boost morale and to let them know that Americans back home are thinking of them.
President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)
In 2003, the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation founded the President’s Volunteer Service Award to recognize the important role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too. The Henderson Service Office is an Official Certifying Organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
Dreams for Veterans
Dreams for Veterans honors our veterans’ service by fulfilling their final Dreams, providing them, their families and caregivers inspiration, comfort and closure at the end of life. Dreams not only serve veterans, but also bring comfort and peace to their loved ones and caregivers. Dreams play a critical role in the special end-of-life care that focuses on improving quality of life for veterans and their families.
Irreverent Warriors Inc.
Irreverent Warriors knows that the best support network for veterans, is other veterans. We bring a community of warriors together through therapeutic events across the country. We also work with other veteran organizations who provide services such as job placement, training, housing, service dogs and more.
Veteran Owned Business Project
The Veteran Owned Business Project is a comprehensive, user friendly member network directory of small, medium and large businesses owned by veterans, service disabled veterans (SDVOSBs / DVBEs) active duty military, reservists and military spouses released on Veteran’s Day 2008. Now Americans in the United States and abroad have an easy way to proudly search for products and services that are unique in the fact that they are all made by, sold by or serviced by United States military veteran business owners, service disabled veteran business owners, active duty military business owners, military reservists and military/veteran spouse business owners!
USO – United Service Organizations
The USO is a nonprofit, charitable corporation chartered by Congress that relies on donations from individuals, organizations and corporations to support its programs. It is not an agency of the U.S. government. However, every president has been the Honorary Chairman of the USO since 1941. The USO offers a variety of programs and services designed to support our service members and their families. The USO currently operates more than 250 locations around the world.
Veterans Resource Guide
U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen, Reno Office – Bruce Thompson Federal Building,
400 S. Virginia Street,Suite 738, Reno, NV 89501 Phone 775-337-0110
A 64 page Veterans Resource Guide from Senator Rosen Office – Welcome to the Veterans Resource Guide for the state of Nevada. We hope this assists you in finding whatever benefits and services you need. The following information is tailored to both Northern and Southern Nevada. We have done our best to make this guide as user-friendly as possible. This guide is designed to provide you with key information about federal, state, and community-based programs and to serve as a general directory.
University of Nevada Reno Veterans Resource Directory –
The resource directory is primarily for Northern Nevada. It is meant to be printed out and distributed to Vets in need and to be used by you for quick reference. Because of the pandemic, it took longer than I expected to get this completed.Many thanks for helping get the word out to those who serve,
Mylan Hawkins 775-232-9825 mylanbhawkins@gmail.com
In order to fully thank and memorialize the Military who have given their lives so that we can be a free nation and state, the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza will be at The Sparks Marina in Sparks, Nevada. It is to be a Statewide Memorial where all current 896 Servicemen and Women (and those in the future) from all counties will be enshrined. The Nevada Veterans Memorial project receives funding from individuals and companies interested in commemorating our Nevada fallen soldiers. All proceeds will support the plaza. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization
Nevada Wartime Veteran’s Tax Exemption applies to residents who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States in any of the following branches: Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, the National Guard, or Reserves, while on active duty and the Merchant Marine during time of war or national emergency. The veteran must have served a minimum of 90 continuous day of active duty. Disabled Veteran’s Exemption which provides for veterans who have a permanent service-connected disability of at least 60%. The amount of exemption is dependent upon the degree of disability incurred. To qualify, the Veteran must have an honorable separation from the service and be a resident of Nevada. The surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, who was eligible for this exemption at the time of his or her death, may also be eligible to receive this exemption.The exemption amount may be applied to next year’s tax bill on real property the veteran owns. As another option, the veteran may choose to apply the exemption toward the government services and supplemental Governmental Services Taxes when registering vehicle with the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Fulfills a Promise and a Great Need –There are an estimated 80,000 veterans living in northern Nevada. This facility allows veterans in need of skilled nursing care to stay closer to home, near their family, friends, community, when they need it most. Quality Care and Just Like Home –The design and concept of the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home (NNSVH) is like no other. While it offers the highest level of skilled care, it will never feel like a hospital or institution. The 102,000 square foot facility has 96 beds and features a host of amenities. Veterans have their own private room and share a den, living room and kitchen with 15 other residents. A “Town Hall” has a restaurant, coffee bistro, sports bar, therapy gym, beauty/barber shop, general commissary store as well as parade grounds for military and patriotic ceremonies. Additionally, the “Town Hall” serves as a gathering place, hub and heart for area Veteran Service Organizations and other Veteran Support or Advocacy groups. NNSVH is overseen by the Nevada Department of Veterans Services and managed by Avalon Health Care Management
“Household Goods for Veterans “
Program – a Partnership with the Katie Grace Foundation and AVVA-VVA 989
We’re pleased to have partnered with the Katie Grace Foundation, to assist, and distribute household goods for veterans here in the Reno area who are in need. Please use the “Green” below and review the attached letter and application “form” and let us know if you have any questions or concerns.
Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS)
Welcome to the Nevada Veterans Services Organizations registry of governmental agencies and private entities that provide services and resources to veterans, service members and their families and publish a digital copy of the registry on the Internet website maintained by the NDVS. About 40 Groups are Listed.
The Daughters of the American Revolution
THE DAR STORY – The Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization with a deeply rich history while also being truly relevant in today’s world. More than 1,000,000 women have joined the organization since it was founded over 125 years ago. They became members to honor their heritage as well as make a difference in their communities across the country and the world. Learn more about the amazing history of the DAR and what members are doing today to continue that legacy.
Veterans Groups
United States Coast Guard
RENO USCG Veterans Group
“The Coast Guard Veterans Group Reno” is an informal and unsanctioned group of men and women who share the common experience of serving in the Coast Guard, Coast Guard Reserve and Coast Guard Auxiliary at some point in their lives Our only guidance is “NO DUES”, “NO MINUTES”, “NO OFFICERS” (organizational officers) and “NO WORRIES”.
Coast Guard Combat Veterans
The United States Coast Guard has participated in every war, declared and undeclared, since 1790. Its combat veterans have contributed outstanding service and many paid the ultimate price for safeguarding the freedom of this nation.
The Coast Guard Combat Veterans Association is a Non-Profit Association of Active Duty, Retired, Reserve, and Honorably Discharged Former Members of the United States Coast Guard, who served in, or provided direct support to combat situations recognized by an appropriate Military award, while serving as a member of the United States Coast Guard. We were established in 1985 by a group of Coast Guard veterans, whose wartime experiences brought a special kinship and camaraderie that generated an interest in socializing and sharing common experiences.The Coast Guard Combat Veterans Association is a fraternal organization, dedicated to fellowship among it’s members, and dedicated to making the public aware of the Coast Guard’s service and participation in those significant historical events in United States history.
Army
The Association of the United States Army is a nonprofit educational and professional development association serving America’s Army and supporters of a strong national defense. AUSA provides a voice for the Army, supports the Soldier, and honors those who have served in order to advance the security of the nation.
Marines
The mission of the The mission of the Marine Corps League is to promote the interest and to preserve traditions of the United States Marine Corps; strengthen the fraternity of Marines and their families; serve Marines, FMF Corpsmen, and FMF Chaplains who wear or who have worn the Eagle, Globe and Anchor; and foster the ideals of Americanism and patriotic volunteerism Corps League is to promote the interest and to preserve traditions of the United States Marine Corps; strengthen the fraternity of Marines and their families; serve Marines, FMF Corpsmen, and FMF Chaplains who wear or who have worn the Eagle, Globe and Anchor; and foster the ideals of Americanism and patriotic volunteerism.
The Navy League of the United States
The Navy League of the United States, founded in 1902 with the support of President Theodore Roosevelt, is a nonprofit civilian, educational and advocacy organization that supports America’s sea services: the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine.
The Air Force Association
The Air Force Association is a volunteer-led organization connecting brave Airmen and Guardians who commit their lives to protecting the greater good of our country. And for all who support the importance of aerospace power and education, we welcome you to the AFA community. Through a network of more than 200 chapters, we are here to share, support and sustain your journey as an Airman and Guardian for Life.
Space Force Association
The Space Force Association is a way to get involved in the space community, inform policy, network with military, industry, and academic leaders, and create lasting partnerships for both individual and organizational benefit. The Space Force Association combines the expertise of senior leaders, operators, seasoned professionals, young people with fresh ideas, and anyone else on the space spectrum to create an organization that is committed to sustaining US dominance in space.
Military Officers Association of America
MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. Membership is open to active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired, and former commissioned officers and warrant officers of the following uniformed services: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard, Public Health Service, and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Vietnam Veterans of America Sierra Nevada Chapter 989 Reno, Nevada 