HOUSTON, Aug. 6, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- The Texas Veterans Network (TVN) powered by
Combined Arms is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in
its mission to support veterans and their families across
Texas. It is celebrating serving
60,000 unique veterans and their families through the first
interconnected network that unites top-tier veteran service
organizations, state and federal agencies, and communities.
"We are elated to have reached this incredible milestone,"
said Mia Garcia, Executive
Director at the TVN. "This accomplishment is a testament to the
dedication of our team and the impact of our collaborative efforts
with community partners and stakeholders across the state."
"The greatest need today and always has been to make veterans
and their family members aware of the resources available to meet
their specific needs. You can have the greatest resources in the
world, but if you can't connect veterans and their families to
those resources, then it doesn't matter," explains Thomas Palladino, Executive Director of the
Texas Veterans Commission.
The Texas Veterans Network powered by Combined Arms is committed
to offering veterans and military families a comprehensive digital
concierge of support and top-tier resources to address the unique
challenges they face.
"We wanted to develop a nucleus of top-performing veteran
service organizations and build a platform to create accountability
with a seamless user experience," explains Mike Hutchings, Chief Executive Officer of
Combined Arms.
Whether navigating the complexities of VA healthcare, securing
housing assistance, obtaining education benefits, or exploring
employment opportunities, the TVN is dedicated to facilitating a
seamless transition from military to civilian life. This
comprehensive support enhances the quality of life for veterans and
fosters community engagement and economic growth. Multiple sources
indicate the Texas Veterans Network has made significant strides in
supporting veterans and their families, making an economic impact
of over one billion dollars since
2020.
"Our ongoing initiatives to connect with veterans where they
are, whether its before they separate from the military or when
they need resources after natural disasters, have been crucial in
reaching this milestone," said Garcia.
This achievement is shared with Combined Arms' invaluable
partners at the Texas Workforce Commission, United Way of
Tarrant County, the Texas Veterans
Commission, and 300+ member organizations. The Texas Veterans
Network is also grateful for its generous donors, such as
Hauck Charitable Foundation, Boeing, May & Stanley Smith
Charitable Trust, Houston Trust Company, Houston Methodist,
Comcast, AT&T, and Bob Woodruff Foundation. For a complete
list, please see the Combined Arms partner page here.
Some exciting examples of the TVN's collaborative efforts
include:
- Emergency Water and Food Response
- VetConnect/ Career Day
- Operation Restock
"The leaders in this space understand that to effectively
support veterans, it is essential to acknowledge that each
organization contributes to a larger whole, and together, we can
achieve a greater impact," stated Bryan
Escobedo, Executive Director of Technology &
Innovation.
Serving 60,000 veterans and their families across Texas is a milestone that encompasses
countless stories of resilience, determination, and success. It
highlights veterans who have secured stable housing, meaningful
employment, and a sense of community, as well as families who have
received essential support during critical times.
"As the network celebrates this achievement, we are committed to
extending our reach, enhancing our impact, and strengthening
partnerships with communities, organizations, and stakeholders
across Texas, always with the best
interest of veterans and their families at heart," said
Garcia.
For more information about the Texas Veterans Network and its
services, please visit combinedarms.us/tvn.
Combined Arms (CA) is a 501(c)(3) organization committed
to transforming the way veterans and military families connect with
vetted resources needed to thrive. Through innovative technology
and data sophistication, the Combined Arms platform unites top-tier
veteran service organizations, state and federal agencies, and
communities with data-fueled insights. This optimizes connection to
resources and drives network-wide efficiencies and transparency,
ultimately improving the quality of life for veterans and military
families so they can thrive.
For more information, visit combinedarms.us.
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MIA GARCIA
EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TEXAS VETERANS
NETWORK
MGARCIA@COMBINEDARMS.US
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