Veteran support
As we celebrate Veterans Day 2026, a stark reminder is required for all of us. Veterans in the two-state area are experiencing significant economic challenges — inflation is only one of these challenges. Rental costs and the availability of decent housing top the list. In addition, many agencies that assist veterans in the two-state area have reduced assistance availability. Two veteran agencies have reduced funding and another has completely curtailed operations due to the lack of federal funding.
As a result of the above, we at Friends of Veterans are experiencing the highest level of veteran assistance requests in our 40-year history. Over the last five years, we have averaged over $100,000 in financial assistance to veterans and their families residing in NH and VT. This year, we are on a run rate to exceed $160,000.
If you know a veteran in serious need of financial assistance, possibly the result of threatened eviction or foreclosure, please refer the veteran to our website assistance@fovvtnh.org. We are all volunteers and we are here to help.