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Services
- new IDVA Logo
- Team Work
- Team
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Motivation
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, please listen to this important message from IDVA Director Terry Prince, inviting us all to participate in prevention and ending veteran suicide.
Benefits and Services for Veterans and their Families
18,927
Veterans and Dependents served by VSO (FY2024)
$4,792,131.43
Deceased, Disabled and MIA-POW Veterans Dependents Scholarship
522,775
Veterans in Illinois (FY23)
Monthly Highlights
- 09-01 thru 09-30 National Suicide Prevention Month
- 09-01 thru 09-30 National Service Dog Month
- 09-11 Patriot Day
- 09-15 Hispanic Heritage Month Begins
- 09-16 American Legion Day
- 09-18 Air Force Birthday
- 09-18 Air National Guard Birthday
- 09-19 National POW/MIA Recognition Day
- 09-28 Gold Star Mother's Day
Calendar of Events
IDVA Mission
As an expression of our gratitude for their service to our country, we are committed to empowering veterans and their families to thrive in Illinois. Every encounter we have with them is met with dignity and respect, as we understand the challenges of military service and the lifelong impact it has on their lives.
IDVA Vision
Illinois is the destination of choice for veterans and a national leader in veteran advocacy and services. IDVA sets the standard for connecting veterans and their families with all the benefits and privileges they earned to empower them to thrive.
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