DVNF HONOR WALL

Donate in honor or memory of a veteran and add them to the DVNF Honor Wall.

May 31, 2024

Pets give people purpose even during their darkest moments

Pets give people purpose even during their darkest moments. Data has proven that companion, emotional support, and service animals provide tremendous emotional, physical, and social benefits, and this is especially true for veterans. The Veterans’ Administration has long recognized these […]

May 28, 2024

Our Philly 2024 Grab N’ Go: Making a difference for Veterans

On May 21, 2024, the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) hosted another successful Grab N’ Go, this time at the Philadelphia VA Medical Center. This event provided 320 essential Health & Comfort (H&C) support kits for disabled and at-risk veterans. Kits included […]

August 7, 2021

National Purple Heart Day

Purple Heart Day on August 7 is the kind of day created to give back. It’s a day for Americans to remember and honor the men and women who bravely represented their country and were wounded or killed whilst serving. […]

February 26, 2021

DVNF Launches New National Job Board Platform

Disabled Veterans National Foundation Announces it’s Launch of a New National Job Board Platform that Connects the Veteran Community with Leading Employers WASHINGTON, DC – February 23, 2021 – The Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) (www.dvnf.org) has announced the launch […]

July 28, 2020

When To Consider Social Security: A Complete Guide

The earnings of individuals serving in the army on active duty have been covered since 1957 under Social Security. Since 1988, Social Security has also covered duty service, which has been inactive in the armed forces reserves. In this article, […]

April 21, 2020

StableStrides, Health and Healing Through Horses

StableStrides, Health and Healing Through Horses StableStrides is honored to announce it has received a grant from the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) for $8,000 which will partially fund therapeutic services provided to Veterans with physical disabilities and mental health […]

February 13, 2018

VIDEO: “I’m still trying to find my way back home”

DVNF’s Health & Comfort program provides veterans with vital necessities, like clothing, personal care items, and health and hygiene supplies, but it also provides something else – hope. Maurice told us that he served in Vietnam, “deep in the jungle,” […]

January 31, 2018

A Glimpse Inside the Profession of Equine Therapy: Horse and Human Roles

What makes an Equine Assisted Horse Professional? What special knowledge or skill might they need to have in order to do this work? An equine-assisted professional should have a grounding in basic horse care requirements: feeding and nutrition, grooming, de-worming, […]

January 31, 2018

Tools to Maximize Independence for Disabled Veterans

For disabled veterans, simple tasks can get in the way of everyday activities. Not being able to put on your shoes, type on a computer or get down your front steps can make the difference between leading a fulfilling, independent […]