The Veterans Council of Indian River County (VCIRC), has received a generous $5,000 gift from the Indian River Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America in support of the VCIRC’s COVID-19 Relief Fund.
With more than 3000 Indian River County veterans living at the poverty level or below, many still out of work, and the additional unemployment benefit ceasing at the end of July, the demand for the COVID-19 relief and support continues to grow in our community. The Veterans Council’s COVID-19 Relief Fund assists Indian River County Veterans and their families with essential needs such as food insecurity and payment of essential bills to sustain their livelihood.
“The Veterans Council and our clients are so grateful for the generous support from MOAA” says Executive Director, Jim Romanek. “this support will directly impact the safety, security, quality of life, and the well-being of our veterans during this very stressful and uncertain time.”
Mission of Veterans Council of Indian River County:
To support all Indian River County veterans and their families while raising awareness of veteran’s needs and their contributions to society.
Mission of Military Officers Association of America:
MOAA is the nation’s largest and most influential association of military officers. It is an independent, nonprofit, politically nonpartisan organization. With more than 350,000 members from every branch of service – including active duty, National Guard, Reserve, retired, former officers, and their families – MOAA is a powerful force speaking for a strong national defense and representing the interests of military officers at every stage of their careers.
For more information about the Veterans Council of Indian River County, visit http://helpIRCvets.org or call (772) 410-5820.
