Agencies
Services
- new IDVA Logo
- Team Work
- Team
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Motivation
21,623
Veterans and Dependents served by VSO (FY2026)
$4,792,131.43
Deceased, Disabled and MIA-POW Veterans Dependents Scholarship
480,513
Veterans in Illinois (FY26)
Monthly Highlights
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11/01/2026 |
Native American History Month: |
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11/01/2026 |
Veterans And Military Families Month |
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11/01/2026 |
Warrior Care Month |
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11/10/2026 |
Marine Corps Birthday |
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11/11/2026 |
Veterans Day |
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11/09/2026 |
National Veterans Small Business Week |
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11/26/2026 |
Thanksgiving |
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11/23/2026 |
U.S. Coast Guard Womens' Reserve |
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IDVA Calendar of Events
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11/12/2026 |
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11/12/2026 |
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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.