Our Work
The VetFund Foundation was created in 2006 to continue the work of the California Department of Veterans Affairs. In 2009, the VetFund Foundation became a stand-alone entity and incorporated as a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Corporation 20-5195691 in the State of California.
The mission of the VetFund Foundation is to support projects and programs that enrich the lives of California veterans and their families, and active-duty service members, and to advocate for veterans’ issues in the state.
Projects and Foundation Grants
The VetFund Foundation is proud to have funded projects with support in excess of $1,635,000, including:
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2016–Present: CalVet/VetFund Foundation Leadership Summit – 300+ key stakeholders and leaders
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Annual VetFund California Legislative Receptions
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2023: 75th Anniversary Reception of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act of 1948
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2021: CalVet Veterans Advocacy Forum – statewide participation
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Governor’s Inter-Agency Council on Veterans Affairs
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Orange County Hall of Heroes
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F-Stop Digital Photo Therapy Program
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New Directions – Chris’ Place: Housing for OIF/OEF homeless veterans
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East Bay Veterans Fair: Support for homeless veterans programs
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American Legion Auxiliary: Postage for care packages to deployed troops
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California Veterans Home, Barstow: Stand-up gardening plots for wheelchair-bound veterans
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California Veterans Home, Yountville: Funding for motorized wheelchair pushers
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Troops to Teachers: Funding for returning veterans pursuing teaching careers
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Mexican American Veterans Memorial Rehabilitation Project
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Our Military Kids: Support for military families and their dependents
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America at Work: Outreach for returning veterans
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20th Anniversary of the Vietnam Memorial: Celebration honoring Vietnam veterans
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Gold Star License Plate Program: Recognition for families of fallen service members
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Honor Flights: Sending WWII veterans to see their memorial in Washington, DC free of charge
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Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Program