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Benefits and Services for Veterans and their Families
18,934
Veterans and Dependents served by VSO (FY2023)
$4,792,131.43
Deceased, Disabled and MIA-POW Veterans Dependents Scholarship
522,775
Veterans in Illinois (FY23)
Monthly Highlights
- Black History Month:
- February 2: Army Nurse Corp Established: 1901:
- February 3: Women Physician’s Day:
- February 4: United Service Organization Birthday:
- February 12th: Lincoln’s Birthday:
- February 13th: Marine Corps Women’s Reserve Established:
- February 17th: President’s Day:
- February 19th: Coast Guard Reserve Birthday:
- February 21: National Caregivers Day:
- February 23: Iwo Jima Flag Raising (1945):
- February 28th: Desert Storm Remembrance Day:
Calendar of Events
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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.