A Summer of Thanks
The foundation of everything we do at Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin (VOW) is built on the unwavering support of our community. This past summer was a powerful testament to that partnership, as our incredible donors and partners proved just how deeply they care. These organizations went above and beyond the call of duty, working tirelessly to raise vital funds, organize massive food drives, and spread awareness of our mission to a wider audience. Their actions speak volumes, and we are profoundly grateful for their generosity and dedication to our veterans. Each donation, every pound of food, and every hour of volunteer time is a lifeline, helping us provide stable housing, a stocked pantry, and a village of support for those who have sacrificed so much. They are, and will always be, the true heroes of our heroes.
We invite you to read on to learn more about some of the organizations and individuals who made a huge difference for VOW this season.
Corporate and Grant Partners
Andis Company & Racine C.O.P. House
The Andis Company donated new supplies to our amazing volunteer, Missy, who has selflessly given her time and skills for the past few years to cut our residents' hair. This donation from Andis makes her work a little easier and is a huge help. A big thank you also goes to the Racine C.O.P. House for initiating this wonderful effort.
Visit the Andis Company Website
Making The Cut Tree Service
We cannot thank Making the Cut Tree Service, Tyson, and Samantha enough for their monumental donation of $26,815! They raised the money through a pontoon boat raffle, other raffle items, and contributions from both business and private donors. We are so thankful for the community that rallied together to make this possible.
Visit the Making The Cut Tree Services Website
Marine Credit Union
Marine Credit Union continued to support our mission with a donation of 184 pounds of shelf-stable food.
Visit the Marine Credit Union Website
Oneida ESC Group
We're incredibly grateful to the Oneida ESC Group for their generous $500 donation. Their support helps us continue providing housing, food, and wraparound services to veterans in need. This kind of partnership reminds us that we are not alone in the fight to end veteran homelessness—we are a village, and the village stands together.
Visit the Oneida ESC Group Website
RIC Electric
The RIC Electric team lent a hand at our Veterans Village, helping with everything from organizing donations to having conversations with our residents. We are so thankful to have had RIC stand alongside us to make a difference for our community's veterans.
Visit the RIC Electric Website
SC Johnson
The continued generosity of the SC Johnson Company is reflected not only in their commitment to the Racine community but also in a $15,000 grant awarded to VOW. Their support helps us continue our mission of helping veterans in need.
Visit the SC Johnson Website
Sunbelt Rentals
This summer, our Veterans Village expanded. Our very own Justin was able to safely move one of our new houses into its permanent spot. The real heroes of this story are Dustin Janikowski and Sunbelt Rentals in Franksville for donating their equipment. We couldn't have done this without their support, and we're one step closer to helping more veterans!
Visit the Sunbelt Rentals Website
Community and Non-Profit Organizations
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary of Kansasville
A heartfelt thank you to the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary of Kansasville for their generous donation of 102 pounds of food to our Veteran Marketplace. Their support helps us keep our shelves stocked and ensures that veterans in need have access to essential groceries.
Visit the AMVETS Post 911 - Kansasville Website
Carver Military Academy
The Carver Military Academy, along with the Death Dealers Airsoft Club, supported our mission by bringing in more than 1,500 pounds of food and non-food items for our Veteran Marketplace.
Death Dealers Airsoft Team
We were blown away by the generosity and heart of the Death Dealers Airsoft team, who raised $2,310 in funds and donated a whopping 1,500 pounds of food to our Veteran Marketplace. This brings their total in-kind contributions to over $7,000! Their support helps us stock our shelves, fill our tiny homes with hope, and ensure that no veteran goes without the essentials they deserve.
Join Death Dealers Airsoft on Facebook
Harbor Lite Yacht Club
A huge shout-out and thank you to the Harbor Lite Yacht Club for fundraising more than $4,000 for our cause through their annual cardboard boat races! Our residents had a blast at the event, and we look forward to participating again next year!
Visit the Harbor Lite Yacht Club Website
Knights of Columbus Racine Council 697
The Knights of Columbus Racine Council 697 went above and beyond with a generous monetary donation of $750.
Pleasant Prairie VFW Post 7308
The Pleasant Prairie VFW Post 7308 has continuously supported our mission. They have donated more than 273 pounds of food to our village on their last two visits and even came in to serve lunch to our residents.
Visit the VFW Post 7308 Website
Racine County Veterans Services
We are deeply grateful to the Racine County Veterans Service Office for their incredible generosity during their Flag Day event. Thanks to their support, we received a monetary donation of $803.30 and 351 pounds of food to help stock our pantry and support local veterans.
Join Racine County Veterans Services on Facebook
Racine HarborFest
We are beyond grateful to Racine HarborFest for their incredibly generous $7,000 donation. This gift went directly toward providing housing, food, and community support for local veterans in need. Their support reminds us that Racine truly stands behind those who served.
Join Racine HarborFest on Facebook
Salmon Unlimited Jackpot Challenge
Contestants of the Jackpot Challenge Series by Salmon Unlimited of Wisconsin donated 252 pounds of freshly caught salmon and trout to our Veteran Marketplace. Several of our veterans even assisted in bagging up the filets. A big thank you to the contestants who donated their catch, and a huge thank you to those who cleaned them!
Visit the Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin Website
Southshore Realtors Association
The Southshore Realtors Association in Kenosha provided monetary, food, and non-food donations. Their generosity has worked to help support our mission and our Veterans Marketplace.
Visit the Southshore Realtors Association Website
Victory of the Lamb Church
We want to thank the Victory of the Lamb church and its congregation in Franklin, Wisconsin, for putting together a food drive in July. They delivered more than 2,100 pounds of food, household, and hygiene products—that's over a ton of donations! Thank you for being heroes to our heroes!
Visit the Victory of the Lamb Church Website
To Each and Every Donor - Thank You
If you or your organization would like to get involved, please contact us or visit our Donate page to learn more.
Every donation, every volunteer, and every advocate ensures VOW can continue its mission of helping our veterans!
