Service Referrals

Many veterans and active service members are not aware of programs available to them; therefore, our volunteers help direct them to assistance they may need such as:

• housing
• support groups
• food assistance
• job/training resources

Financial Assistance

We've provided financial assistance to those in emergency situations, or to those who simply need a temporary 'leg-up'. For example:

• gas gift cards
• food gift cards
• moving expenses
• rent payments
• car repairs or car loans

Community Events

Military Appreciation Dinners not only provide meals for our local veterans, they also:

• strengthen our community by connecting veterans
• present speakers who discuss veteran needs and services
• honor members in the community
• provide entertainment/music
• update attendees on upcoming activities and accomplishments

Home Care

We have assisted many of our elderly or disabled veterans with a variety of home services. For example:

• home care - painting, handy-man tasks
• yard care, such as mowing lawns, raking leaves, etc.
• snow removal

Fundraising

Apple Valley Beyond the Yellow Ribbon has many valued volunteers who help with fundraising throughout the year. Some examples include:

• manning booths at craft shows, church events, community fairs, etc.
• building/riding on parade floats
• golf tournaments
• brat sale

Scholarships