Veterans - Community Organizations

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American Legion Auxiliary Unit 18

Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/americanlegionaux18
AddressBloomington, IN 47404
Description

A Community of Volunteers Serving Veterans, Military, and their Families.

In the spirit of Service, Not Self, the mission of the American Legion Auxiliary is to support The American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families, both at home and abroad. For God and Country, we advocate for veterans, educate our citizens, mentor youth, and promote patriotism, good citizenship, peace and security.
Contactala18in [at] gmail.com
Year Established1919
Incorporation StatusIncorporated
Community Organizations Subjects
February 28, 2023

American Veterans (AMVETS) Post 2000

Websitehttps://amvets.org
Address5227 W. Airport Rd.
Bloomington, IN
Description

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AMVETS (or American Veterans) has a proud history of assisting veterans and sponsoring numerous programs that serve our country and its citizens.

AMVETS Mission Statement: To enhance and safeguard the earned benefits of all American Veterans who have served honorably and to improve the quality of life for them, their families, and the communities where they live through leadership, advocacy and services.
Contact812-825-2200
Incorporation StatusIncorporated
Community Organizations Subjects
January 19, 2023

Crane Learning and Education Center

Websitehttp://www.clecvets.org
AddressPO Box 216
Crane, IN 47522
Description

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Provides disabled veterans on-the-job training and education to prepare them for a variety of career opportunities.
ContactVicki Baker
812-863-5003
Community Organizations Subjects
January 19, 2023

Housing and Urban Development/Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program

Address455 S Landmark Ave.
Bloomington, IN 47403
Description

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The HUD_VASH Program provides permanent housing to homeless veterans through a partnership with the local housing authority.
ContactMaryjane McNabb, MSW, LCSW
maryjane.mcnabb [at] va.gov
812-336-5723
Additional Contact877-683-0865
Community Organizations Subjects
January 19, 2023

VA Outpatient Clinic

Websitehttps://www.indianapolis.va.gov/locations/Bloomington_CBOC.asp
Address455 S. Landmark Ave.
Bloomington, IN 47403
Description

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Provides primary, mental, and specialty care to veterans.
Contact812-336-5723
Community Organizations Subjects
January 19, 2023

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Websitehttp://www.vfw.org/
Address2404 Industrial Park Dr.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Description

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Bloomington area Veterans of Foreign Wars.
ContactBill Pate (Commander)
812-332-2375
Community Organizations Subjects
January 19, 2023