HVAF - Helping Veterans And Families

Next week, a new episode of Roger That! premieres. 🎙️

HVAF CEO Emmy Hildebrand sits down with three Central Indiana mayors to talk about the fight against homelessness in their communities:

🏛️ Sue Finkam, Mayor of Carmel
🏛️ Brandon Sakbun, Mayor of Terre Haute
🏛️ Kerry Thomson, Mayor of Bloomington

Make sure to tune in next week right here on Facebook for the full video episode!

We Did It! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that we surpassed our Brothers In Arms fundraising goal with over $151,000!

This would not have been possible without our incredibly generous sponsors listed below! Thank you to all sponsors, ticket purchasers, and donors who made the evening so special!

Click to read more! 🔗hvafofindiana.org/brothers-in-arms/

Take a moment to read the impactful words of HVAF’s CEO, Emmy Hildebrand, in her newest op-ed featured in the Indianapolis Business Journal, "One Emergency Away."

🔗https://tinyurl.com/bdfunkza

🎉 A Birthday Brigade for Brady!

Your kindness just helped turn an ordinary morning into a 10th birthday Brady will never forget.

At his party last week, Brady's mom, Krissy, cooked up a breakfast spread so big it smelled like a diner opened right in their living room. Think fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, and plenty of Sunny D! 🥞

Then came the showstopper: a monster-sized orange "Cake Creature," covered in eyes with a giant mouth on the side. You could call it absolutely FANGtastic!🎂

Brady's favorite gift? His brand-new One Piece play set, and the joy on his face says it all.

👇 Join the brigade and wish Brady the happiest 10th birthday in the comments below!

🎉 HVAF is growing, and we want YOU to be part of our mission! 🎉

Are you driven to create meaningful change in the lives of veterans and their families? Join our incredible team and help us serve our Hoosier Heroes with compassion and dedication. 📢

Check out our career opportunities and apply today at hvaf.org/careers.

Meet Dion, a Marine veteran and family man.

After serving his country, Dion struggled with challenges that left him and his family without a place to call home. But thanks to your support, Dion’s story didn’t end there.

Because of YOU, Dion’s family was reunited under one roof. Together, they found not just housing but a fresh start toward stability and hope for the future.

Read more about Dion’s incredible journey and the difference you’ve made below!

👉hvaf.org/a-family-reunited/

Stripes of Courage, Stars of Hope 💙

Today is a day we pause to honor the fabric of freedom that unites us all. June 14th is Flag Day, a day of honor for this great symbol of our nation. Each stripe tells a story of courage; each star represents the hope that lights our future.

As we reflect on what the flag represents, let's also take action to support the heroes who have fought to protect it. If you want to support veterans and make a meaningful difference, click the link below to support veterans in need.

👉https://secure.qgiv.com/for/hvafofindiana/

A heartfelt thank you to Team Green Law! 💚

When you think about what it takes to feel truly at home, it's more than four walls and a roof. It's pride. It's stepping outside and seeing a space that feels cared for. And that sense of pride is a huge part of building stability and a safe place to live.

That's exactly where Team Green Law stepped in.

Their incredible crew gave their time, their energy, and their hard work to beautify properties for the veterans we serve. Thank you!!🙏

Interested in volunteering? Visit hvaf.org/volunteer to give back today!

Attention Veterans!📣 Polish off those resumes and meet us today for our next job fair with featured employer, the Indiana State Fair!!

Deatils:
📅 Date: June 12
⏰ Time: 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 Location: 45 E. 10th Street, Indianapolis

For more information email Lisa📩 [email protected]

Today’s the day!🏁

Are you ready for a one-of-a-kind motorsports experience?🏎

Thanks to our Simulation Experience Partner, Arcamed, you can be part of the action tonight at Brothers in Arms 2026. We can’t wait to see you there!

More information: https://tinyurl.com/5yws6zu9

📅 Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Dallara Experience Hub, 1201 N Main St., Speedway, IN