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Missouri Veterans Commission

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We are "Always on Mission" to serve Veterans. We are "Always on Mission" to serve Missouri's Veterans and their families.

The Missouri Veterans Commission is a state agency established by Missouri Statute to aid all Veterans, their dependents, and legal representatives by providing information regarding the rights of Veterans and their dependents and to assist Veterans accessing their available benefits through State and Federal Government.

11/01/2026

Happy anniversary to the Missouri Veterans Home - St. Louis!

10/31/2026

We won't trick you into learning about the benefits you are entitled to from your service, but we will treat you to great information about resources available for Veterans and their dependents. Set up an appointment with your local Veterans Service Officer to learn more.

10/27/2026

If you are in the Washington D.C. area or just looking for a reason to plan a trip, check out the new Gulf War Memorial that opened over the weekend.

Full story in the original post.

After more than 35 years, roughly 700,000 Gulf War veterans have a permanent national memorial: https://www.wqad.com/article/news/nation-world/desert-shield-storm-memorial-national-mall-gulf-war-veterans-washington-dc/507-65252ee0-2f3b-4cd2-8740-79f38154a23a?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WQAD

10/25/2026

Happy Navy Day to all the men and women who have served in the U.S. Navy. Give a shoutout to the sailor(s) in your life, in the comments below.

10/23/2026

On October 25, 2026, Missouri Veterans Home - St. James (MVH – St. James) marks a major milestone in Missouri’s long history of caring for its heroes as it celebrates its 130th anniversary. As the first state Veterans Home to open its doors in Missouri, MVH – St. James set the standard for honoring and caring for Missouri’s Veterans, a standard it continues to uphold, along with the other six Veterans Homes that subsequently opened in the state.

“For 130 years, Missouri Veterans Home – St. James has been a steadfast reminder of Missouri’s commitment to our heroes,” said Missouri Veterans Commission Executive Director Paul Kirchhoff. “As we celebrate this important anniversary, we look to the past with pride and look forward to a future of continuing a legacy of service.”

Since it opened, MVH – St. James’s philosophy those who share the common bond and honor of having served in their country’s armed services have the right to spend their autumn years in peace and security. That physical or intellectual infirmity must not be accompanied by a loss of dignity and respect.

For 130 years, MVH – St. James has honored the mission of the original Federal Soldiers Home to provide the best possible care in the best possible environment for those to whom this country is most indebted.

The original home, Dunmoor Mansion, was built in 1866 as a residence for the William James family. Thirty years later, the residence was converted to the Federal Soldiers Home by the Women’s Relief Corps and dedicated on October 25, 1896. In 1897, the Home was sold to the State of Missouri for $1 as a symbolic gesture of honoring its mission to care for Missouri’s heroes. It wasn’t until 1974 that the Home became part of the newly formed Missouri Veterans Commission under the 1974 Omnibus Reorganization Act. In 1977, the Home was officially renamed as the Missouri Veterans Home – St. James.

10/22/2026

MEDIA ADVISORY: COLUMBARIUM WALL GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY AT MISSOURI VETERANS CEMETERY - SPRINGFIELD

The Missouri Veterans Cemetery – Springfield will host a public columbarium wall groundbreaking ceremony on October 27, starting at 10 a.m.

The groundbreaking ceremony begins a $6M project to build a new 2,560-niche columbarium wall and 1,964 in-ground pre-placed crypts. The existing columbarium wall is projected to reach capacity in February 2029. The project is funded through the Veterans Commission Capital Improvement Trust Fund and is up to 100% reimbursable by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration. A dedication ceremony for the columbarium wall will be scheduled once the Springfield project is complete.

The cemetery is located at 5201 S. Southwood Road, Springfield, MO, 65804

WHAT: Missouri Veterans Cemetery – Springfield Columbarium Wall Groundbreaking Ceremony
WHO: Missouri Veterans Commission Executive Director Paul Kirchhoff
WHERE: Missouri Veterans Cemetery – Springfield, 5201 S. Southwood Road, Springfield, MO 65804
WHEN: October 27, 2026, 10:00 a.m.

10/22/2026

You may not always know what someone is experiencing, but you can still be a buddy and check in. Being a listening ear or sharing a resource can make a huge difference in someone's life. It can make THE difference. Be a difference maker. starts with connection. Connect with your buddies today.

10/21/2026

The St. Louis Area Foodbank is hosting a Veterans Day Food Distribution on November 11, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the All Star Lot near Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO. You will need to present either your military ID, Veteran ID, or other documentation in order to participate in the event. More info in the original post.

This Veterans Day, November 11, the St. Louis Area Foodbank is giving back to those who’ve served our country and their immediate families with free food distribution events.

Veteran's Day Free Food Distribution Events: No pre-registration needed.
📆 Wednesday, November 11, 2026

IL Distribution | 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM | While supplies last.
📍First United Presbyterian Church
1303 Royal Heights Rd.
Belleville, IL 62223

MO Distribution | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | While supplies last.
📍All Star Lot (near Busch Stadium)
611 South 8th St.
St. Louis, MO 63102

Verification of active duty military or veteran status is required, such as a valid military ID or DD214.

You may pick up food for up to 2 households, but you must present an appropriate military or veteran ID for each household to receive food.

🚗 Drive-through event
🥬 Nutritious food and essential items provided
🏠 Serving 200 households at each event
☝️ First come, first served, while supplies last

10/19/2026

A Meta smart glasses distribution event for blinded Veterans is coming to Carthage, MO on October 27 and then to St. Louis, MO on November 7. Check out the post below for more information.

Address

205 Jefferson Street, 12th Floor
Jefferson City, MO
65101

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15737513779

Website

http://mvc.dps.mo.gov/, http://veteranbenefits.mo.gov/

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