Events

Apr
20
Sat
Spring Fundraiser Party 2013 @ Montford Point Marine Association
Apr 20 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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cvo spring fundraiser

Fundraiser Buffet, Show and Raffle for the

Coalition of Veterans Organizations

When: Saturday, April 20th, Noon to 4 PMWhere: Montford Point Marine Association, 7011 S Vincennes in Chicago
(I-90-94: Exit 71st St; turn West; 1st right at light; on right)
(CTA Red Line: Get off at 69th St; 1 block South on Vincennes)Food: by Chef Charles ‘Smudge’ Coleman
band info
Price 25 dollars

cvo logo 224For more information: Charles ‘Smudge’ Coleman at 773-562-6992. Make checks payable to ‘CVO.’ All donations to CVO are tax-deductible. CVO is a 501(c)3 organization that educates veterans and the public on veterans’ rights and needs, including Full Mandatory Funding and Eligibility for VA healthcare, the end of Veteran Homelessness and full equality of access for all veterans. For more information about CVO, visit our website at www.CoalitionofVets.org or call 773-243-2335.

Jun
13
Thu
Seminar – Finding Employment and Working at Home @ Harold Washington Library
Jun 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Seminar - Finding Employment and Working at Home @ Harold Washington Library | Chicago | Illinois | United States

Seminar for Veterans: Finding Employment

and Working from Home

Thursday, June 13, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, Lower Level
One of the most important aspects in the transition form
military to civilian life is finding employment. This
seminar will provide information, guidance and
resources to assist veterans in finding employment,
including many ways to work from home.
Oct
26
Sat
Stand Down for Women Veterans 2013 @ Montford Point Marine Association
Oct 26 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

More info here

Nov
16
Sat
Montford Point President’s Luncheon Fundraiser @ Montford Point Marine Association
Nov 16 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

You are all cordially invited to attend the Montford Point Marine Association Inc, Chicago Chapter 2, Presidents’ Luncheon Fundraiser on Saturday, November 16, 2013 from 1pm to 5pm. Guest Speaker: Art Norman of NBC 5. Raffle @ $50.00 per ticket and a luncheon @ $20.00 per ticket. The prizes are 1st $2500.00, 2nd $1000.00, 3rd $500.00. Continue reading

Mar
29
Sat
VAC Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Luncheon @ VFW Post 6863
Mar 29 @ 7:00 pm – Mar 30 @ 12:00 am

Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Luncheon

It is that time once again, so mark your calendars for Saturday, March 29th, 2014, for the 40th Annual Dinner event. The location for this years event located in the Southwest suburbs of Cook County. See your Post Cmdr for Tickets. $25ea/per person. Tables of 8 is preferable, guest or couples also accepted.

Please RSVP By March 15, 2014

Please Make payable to: Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County. Mail to:

VAC F/O: Peter Bencak

2135 W POTOMAC AVE #3

CHICAGO IL 60622-3011

For More Information Please Call,
VAC Office, Abundio “AL” Zaragoza, Superintendent at (312) 433-6010.
Email: abundio.zaragoza@cookcountyil.gov

 

 

Location:

VFW Post 6863

7256 W. 63rd Street

Summit, Il 60501

 

Time:

Saturday March 29, 2014

2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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VAC Dinner Flyer

May
17
Sat
CVO Awards Luncheon 2014 @ Japan Hibachi Grill
May 17 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

CVO Fundraiser Party

Fundraiser Party, Buffet, Show, Awards and Raffle for the

Coalition of Veterans Organizations

When: Saturday, May 17th, Noon to 4 PM

Where:Japan Grill Buffet, 4817-4827 W 76th St. (76th & Cicero) in Burbank, IL

All You Can Eat!

14 Huge Buffet Bars! Over 450 Items Available! Sushi Bar, Chinese, Japanese,
American & Mexican Cuisine

band infoPrice 25 dollars

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For more information: Bruce Parry, 773–320–1859 or Bruce@CoalitionofVets.org. Make checks payable to ‘CVO.’ All donations to CVO are tax-deductible. CVO is a 501(c)3 organization that educates veterans and the public on veterans’ rights and needs, including Full Mandatory Funding and Eligibility for VA healthcare, the end of Veteran Homelessness and full equality of access for all veterans. For more information about CVO, visit our website at www.CoalitionofVets.org or call 773-243-2335.

Oct
25
Sat
Veterans’ Community Breakfast, October 25th @ Healing Temple Church
Oct 25 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

This Informational Breakfast is designed to help educate church leaders on best practices in welcoming Veterans and their families into the church and provide resources that assist Veterans and their families facing homelessness, unemployment and educational needs.

Did you know that 53,000 Veterans suffer from physical injuries but more than 500,000 suffer from moral injuries in need of Soul Repair?  We will provide you with information that will ignite your ministry and help restore those who have been affected while serving our country.

In partnership with VetNet, Mr. David Rogers, Executive Director

Invited Guests:  Jacques Rene Hebert, ChildServ, Dr. Troy Harden, Multi-Faith Veterans Support Initiative, Rev. Rachel Mikaelsen, Multi-faith Veterans Support Initiative, DePaul University in partnership with the McCormick Foundation,   Victor J. LaGroon, Co. Chair of the Advisory Council on Veterans Affairs for the City of Chicago, Dryhootch Chicago, Kevin McCauley, Al Zaragoza, Superintendent, Cook County Veterans Assistance Commission, Chaplin Service, Jesse Brown VA Hospital.

FREE  Veteran Ministry Startup Kits for faith based organizations

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Mar
21
Sat
NWVU Luncheon and Awards Gala 2015 @ Marriott Midway Hotel
Mar 21 @ 11:00 am

2015 Luncheon and Gala

Women Veterans Luncheon Conference | 11 AM – 4 PM → *Registration Required (also attend the Awards Gala for $55 per guest. **$10 Discount for attending the Conference) | Click for Details Here

Awards Gala | 6 PM – 12 AM → Purchase Award Gala Tickets online only $65 per guest. | Click for Details Here

Place an AD for the NWVU 10th Anniversary Souvenir Book | Click for Details Here