Events

Jan
14
Sat
NWVU January 2017 Meeting @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Jan 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

The National Women Veterans United Membership & Business Meeting is Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Women Veteran’s Center located at 7907-09 S. Racine Chicago, IL 60620.

As you know, they only meet once a month and starting a new year! There is much to discuss regarding their programs and initiatives going forward. The members are responsible for reviewing the finances and the organization’s plans. They are in dire need of a Recording Secretary!

Please be on time and bring a healthy snack! Following the meeting is the HCV Health Care Education workshop. Please invite a guest for the presentation, refreshments will be provided.

There are several Birthdays! Remember to send your sisters some love!
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NWVU Veterans Health Series @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Jan 14 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

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Sep
23
Sat
NWVU Peer -to -Peer Brunch @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Sep 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

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Nov
1
Wed
Jesse Brown VA Open House @ Jesse Brown VA Hospital
Nov 1 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

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Feb
24
Sat
NWVU Black History Month Fund-Raiser 2018 @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Feb 24 @ 6:00 pm – Feb 25 @ 12:00 am
NWVU Black History Month Fund-Raiser 2018 @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center  | Chicago | Illinois | United States

National Women Veterans United Black History Month Fund-Raiser
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Apr
14
Sat
NWVU April 2018 Meeting @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center
Apr 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
NWVU April 2018 Meeting @ Illinois Community Women Veteran’s Center | Chicago | Illinois | United States

NWVU meetings are the 2nd Saturday of each month

April 14, 2018

10:00 a.m. – 12::30 p.m.
The Sgt At-Arms calls the meeting to order at 10:15 am

Location:
IL Community Women Veteran’s Center
7907 S. Racine
Chicago, IL 60620

Meeting features:

TBA

Jun
6
Wed
Hines Community Town Hall for Veterans @ Hines VA Hospital
Jun 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Hines VA Hospital’s Executive Leadership Team will discuss updates at the facility, key initiatives, and provide other information to Veterans. This is also an opportunity to ask questions and share your opinion with leadership.

Wednesday, June 6 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CDT

Auditorium Building 9
Hines VA Hospital
5000 S 5th Ave, Hines, Illinois 60141

Sep
7
Sat
Veterans Strike Force 2019 Fundraiser @ Two Volcano Seafood Boil Buffet
Sep 7 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Veterans Strike Force 2019 Fundraiser @ Two Volcano Seafood Boil Buffet

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Contact Veterans Strike Force at:https://www.veteransstrikeforce.org/contact-us/

Aug
7
Sat
2021 Combined Veterans Luncheon & Expo
Aug 7 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Proksa Park, 3001 S Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402, Berwyn, United States

Date and time:

August 7, 2021
12pm – 5pm

Combined Veterans Luncheon & Expo, will be in its FOURTH year. This year we have a potential list of 100 exhibitors, all organizations and companies that help veterans and the community. We are also adding a job fair to assist employment-seeking veterans. To receive a FREE meal, served by Mission BBQ, veterans must present proof of Service such as a VA ID card, current VSO Membership card, a DD 214 with appropriate State ID, or any identification that proves he or she is a veteran.

Non-veterans pay $15 for their meal. Every meal bought pays for a veteran’s meal as well.

If you can assist us with a financial donation we can feed more veterans. A donation of $50.00 will help us feed 8-10 veterans. A donation of $100.00 will help feed 16-20 veterans, etc.

As a way to thank our sponsors, a large sponsor banner will be displayed at the event. You can display your or your company’s information for all the attendees to see those who helped make the event successful.
If you would like to make a donation, send it to:
CVB Expo
Combined Veterans of Berwyn
P.O. Box 182
Berwyn, IL 60402

Combined Veterans of Berwyn is a 501(c )19 tax exempt veterans service organization. Tax info available upon request.

 

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Jul
19
Sat
Veteran Assistance Expo July 2025
Jul 19 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Veteran Assistance Expo July 2025

Hey Chicago Veterans!

You’re invited to get assistance enrolling in VA health care, applying for disability compensation, and accessing other benefits you’ve earned.

  • Access VA mental health resources.
  • Concerns about your toxic exposure while in service?
  • Find out what resources you are eligible for.
  • Interested in income-based benefits for war-time Veterans and survivors?
  • Need help submitting a VA disability claim?
  • Need housing or worried about becoming homeless?
  • Ready to enroll in VA health care?
  • Want to check the status of your disability claim or appeal?
  • Want to learn more about VA health care options for women?

This is an exclusive event for Veterans and their families in the Chicago area. Don’t miss this opportunity to access the benefits you’ve earned. Just show up on Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Event Location:
6100 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60639

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