Help For Veterans, Inc.

02/11/2026

Everyone mark your calendars to head to the South Carolina coast on the 4th of July, because is returning this summer!

Salute from the Shore is a military flyover that stretches along the SC coastline, showcasing a variety of military and vintage aircraft.

Join us as we honor the brave men and women—both at home and overseas—who defend and protect our freedoms every single day.

02/11/2026

02/11/2026

The 2026 Veterans’ Homelessness and Transition Grant application is now open!🏡

Through this grant, South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides funding to support organizations serving South Carolina's Veterans who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. SCDVA will award grants to organizations offering permanent housing solutions, rental and utility assistance, transitional housing, and employment support services.

Nonprofit organizations and state agencies serving Veterans are encouraged to explore eligibility requirements and submit an application.

🔗 Click the link to learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/OQggcQY

02/11/2026

The Palmetto Pathfinder Program, led by the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs, is hosting an upcoming Pathfinder Training Course on February 20–21, 2026, in the Charleston area.

This two-day training equips participants with the tools and knowledge needed to serve effectively as a Pathfinder.

Space is limited, and only a few seats remain. If you’re passionate about serving those who served, click the link!: https://buff.ly/5ff65dK

📅 Training Schedule
Friday, February 20: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 21: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

✅️Room and meals are provided for participants.

02/11/2026

📢The Columbia VA Regional Office, in partnership with SC Department of Veterans' Affairs, Disabled American Veterans Department of South Carolina, Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW, and American Legion, will host a Veteran Experience Action Center (VEAC) 1-on-1 Claims Clinic 🗓️March 19–21, 2026.

At this 3-day event Veterans can receive help with:
• VA disability and pension claims
• Health care enrollment
• Mental health resources
• Housing and employment support
• Survivor benefits
• Vet Center services
• Community and volunteer resources

Veterans, caregivers, and family members are encouraged to attend.

🕘️March 19th–20th: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
🕘️March 21st: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

📍 South Carolina National Guard Armory
1328 Old Dairy Rd., Columbia, SC 29201

02/11/2026

📢Registration slots are almost full for SCDVA's Veteran Entrepreneur Forum! Register now to secure your spot!

Our inaugural Veteran Entrepreneur Forum is just a week away. Join us next Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Patriots Point, aboard the historic USS Yorktown.

📍40 Patriots Point Rd. | Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Fellow Veterans, business leaders, and community partners are coming together for an engaging forum focused on entrepreneurship, opportunity, and growth.

🔗Click the link to register today: https://buff.ly/jSnJhR5

02/11/2026

Students from St. Cajetan School partnered with residents of the Smith Village Community Living on Tuesday to make Valentine cards for veterans.

More: ( https://wgntv.com/news/chicago-news/valentines-for-vets-chicago-students-and-locals-team-up-to-support-veterans/ )

01/22/2026

01/02/2026

Glenn and Deb Parrish of Dillon donated this refrigerator to Help For Veterans, Inc. This refrigerator was picked up by Terry Morris, Justin Foxworth, and Levern Hayes who delivered it to one of Dillon County's veteran's wife on January 2, 2026. Thank you for helping one of Dillon County's veterans.

11/16/2025

The American Legion Auxiliary served refreshments after the Veterans Day program on Tuesday. (Photo by Johnnie Daniels/The Dillon County News, LLC)

11/16/2025

Congratulations Tommy Hayes Jr on Dillon County Veteran of the Year. Happy Veterans Day to everyone and the Town of Lake View thanks you all for your service.