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Mission, Values & History

Mission, Values & History

Mission

Our mission is to serve veterans with compassion and advocate for all who have worn our nation’s uniform so they can RISE and live life to the fullest.

Our Values

Respect

We treat everyone with dignity and compassion, and we show appreciation for strengths as well as vulnerabilities. 

Integrity

We are trustworthy, honorable, and professional. Taking ownership of our actions and communication is a top priority; we do this by conveying honesty and respect through tone, verbal, and non-verbal interactions. We demonstrate fiscal responsibility with all resources.  

Service

We recognize the great sacrifices that are made by all who have worn our nation’s uniform. We are committed to serving our veterans and their families with passion and deep appreciation.

Excellence

We are hard-working, innovative, and creative; we strive for continuous improvement. Our goal is to consistently grow the quality and scope of our services in order to better meet the needs of our veterans.

Our History

Founded locally in 1973 by returning Vietnam Veterans, today’s Veterans Outreach Center remains anchored in our community and offers a comprehensive portfolio of supportive services designed to meet the needs of veterans and their families. Through the generosity of our community, all of these programs and services are provided free of charge.

Our Commitment to Our Donors