Issue 3 | December 2017

VCC Maricopa County/Phoenix December Update

This year we asked Maricopa County residents of all walks of life to become part of our VCC Resource Database; we are appreciative to so many of you who said YES! Because of your involvement we've been able to connect veterans, military members, and their spouses with local experts, like yourself, to get answers to life in Maricopa County-- whether that's been advice on careers, education, neighborhoods, recreation, or businesses offering veteran/military discounts. If you haven't signed up already, become a part of the VCC Community Resource Database.

Have You Seen Our Billboards?

Thanks to a donation from Clear Channel Outdoor, we launched 60 billboards around the Valley on Veterans Day. The "Got 10 Minutes for a Vet?" campaign has led to a large increase in veteran calls into 211. Billboards will be up through the holidays so if you see one of the billboards , please share it and tag us on Facebook or Twitter. #Got10Minutes

VCC's Role in Empowering Local Women Veterans

In October, VCC partnered with The Veterans Directory, Helping Hands for Freedom and the Arizona Apparel Foundation to host Designing Your Transformation, an event for women veterans. Through a variety of workshops and activities, participants discussed how women veterans can impact their communities through branding, networking, and creativity. The event closed with a fashion show featuring some of the event participants. Attendees worked to create an ongoing Arizona Coalition of Empowered Women Veterans which will meet throughout the year and keep the energy going.

(Photo above taken from the National Veterans Magazine)

Volunteer Opportunities

This holiday season is the perfect time to give back to the community. Share with others your gratitude by volunteering or donating food, clothing, and toys.

Military Assistance Mission MAM provides financial support and morale aid to current Arizona active duty military, their families, and wounded warriors. They're looking for volunteers for their Operation Holiday Open House and other events.  More info

HandsOn Greater Phoenix HandsOn Greater Phoenix is a nonprofit volunteer management organization that is continuously looking for volunteers. Several volunteer opportunities are available working with food distribution, children, animals, and more. More info

St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance One of the biggest food banks in Arizona and the United States is currently looking for volunteers to help with food box distribution, warehouse activities, and other positions. More info St. Vincent de Paul The Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides food, clothing, housing, and healthcare to individuals who are in need. Volunteer opportunities are available in areas such as kitchen meal preparation, dining rooms, medical and dental clinics, and more. More info Salvation Army Every year The Salvation Army serves meals on Christmas day and delivers gifts to families. They're looking to fill more than 80 volunteer shifts. Volunteer today!  More info

Our best wishes for a wonderful holiday season!

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