Texas has largest veteran population in U.S., leads nation in PACT Act disability claims assistance
Texas has the largest veteran population of any state, at over 1,543,160. Additionally, Texas leads the nation in veterans filing disability claims associated with the PACT Act at over 82,720 […]
A Day of Recognition and Service for Women Veterans on June 3
Women veterans are invited to join in a recognition and service event which will honor their service and offers the opportunity to help other veterans, active military and first responders. […]
$36.3 million in grants approved for 135 veteran service organizations across Texas
At the quarterly Texas Veterans Commission meeting on May 9, 2023, Commissioners awarded Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling $36,347,000 to be distributed among 135 organizations across the state. […]
Veterans & Military, May 8 is a special day in Texas to show your spouse your love
Veterans and active duty military are invited to show appreciation to their spouses on Military Spouse Appreciation Day, May 8, 2023 in Texas. Military Spouse Appreciation Day honors the contributions, […]
Veterans connect on Buddy Check Day April 11
The 11th day of each month is Buddy Check Day to remind Texas veterans to check in with other veterans. By getting in touch with others, veterans may enjoy comradery, […]
Job Fair July 13 – Employers Registered
Discover the employers registered to attend the career fair to be held July 13, 2022, hosted by the American Legion, Texas Veterans Commission and Texas Workforce Commission. Employers registered for […]
Military Spouse Appreciation May 6-8
Military Spouse Appreciation Days honor the contributions, support and sacrifices made by the spouses of active-duty military and veterans. America’s military spouses are the backbone of the families who support […]
From denied to awarded, widow gets Dependent Indemnity Compensation with help from Texas Veterans Commission
A widow in Corpus Christi initially denied Dependent Indemnity Compensation (D.I.C.) due to the suicide of her husband has now been awarded over $2,099 monthly D.I.C. The award was earned […]
Veterans connect on Buddy Check Day
The 11th day of each month is Buddy Check Day to remind Texas veterans to check in with other veterans. By getting in touch with others, veterans may enjoy comradery, […]
Veteran outreach & engagement events connect over 250 with benefits & services in west Texas
Over 250 veterans connected with benefits and services at outreach and engagement events held in Fort Stockton and Horizon City on December 6, 7, 9 and 10, 2021. Getting DD214s, […]