City of El Paso Veteran and Military Affairs

09/19/2023

SAVE THE DATE and join us at Texas Veterans Commision:

Salute to September Career Fair
Friday September 22 from 9:00 AM to 1: 00 PM
11701 Montana (Armed Forces Reserve Center)

09/19/2023

SAVE THE DATE!!

Salute to September Career Prep Workshops
September 20, 2023 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
11701 Montana (Armed Forces Reserve Center)

09/14/2023

https://youtu.be/hT7IT0_JN08?si=IH1r9WzhbACqBnX Check the new episode of Sun City Bliss!

Check out this months edition of Sun City Bliss!In this edition we focus on the Bridge Fellowship program which aims to help individuals transitioning from m...

09/14/2023

Veterans!! Show your ride off at the El Paso VA Hispanic Heritage Month Event September 29, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Check the flyer out. Don't miss it! Email: [email protected] or [email protected] to enter in the Car Show Contest.

08/30/2023

Project Always Beside You 2nd Annual Golf Classic
In Memory of SSGT Christopher Diaz USMC
September 30, 2023
7:00 AM Registration
Butterfield Trail Golf Club, 1858 Cottonwoods

08/29/2023

🚨🚨🚨 EXERCiSE•EXERCISE•EXERCISE 🚨🚨🚨

⛔️ 🚧 ⚠️ Fort Bliss is conducting a training scenario tomorrow morning (Aug. 30) in the vicinity of the northeast area off Minue and Cold War Drives.

You may see 👀 increased emergency operations 👮👨‍🚒 and/or hear 👂communication traffic, 🚓 🚑 🚒 however, this is all part of the scheduled training event. 🚧 ⛔️ ⚠️

🚨🚨🚨 EXERCiSE•EXERCISE•EXERCISE 🚨🚨🚨

1st Armored Division 1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored DivisionCombat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss

32d Army Air and Missile Defense Command
William Beaumont Army Medical Center
Joint Task force
Fort Bliss MWR
Fort Bliss Exchange

El Paso Office of Emergency Management
Texas Department of Transportation

08/29/2023

12/18/2022

Happening Tomorrow!! Please. See you tomorrow from 11-1pm for fun times, good food and a chance to make gifts for others at no cost!

12/16/2022

Volunteer opportunity tomorrow for a noble cause. We will see you there.

12/14/2022

Let’s help take care of our Veterans in need during the holidays. Please support this food drive. There are 3 boxes you can help fill at City Hall and another at the El Paso Police Headquarters.

12/14/2022

It takes a village.⁣ 🎗
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County, local, and state officials helping to get the word out on the 22 a Day beer release this Saturday. ⁣
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We're so grateful the cause has recieved such attention, as we truly believe awareness is most what the cause needs. ⁣
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If you didn't know, 22 a Day refers to the amount of service members that take their lives each day.⁣
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Due to PTSD, or other mental health related issues it's clear America has a very real crisis on its hands.⁣
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Between our city, county and state leaders declaring El Paso as the Veteran Capital of the United States, and the efforts of grassroots DAV and other Veterans, we are attempting to make their voices heard as loud and as farwide as we are capable. ⁣
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We encourage you to come out this Saturday December 17th, beginning at 11am to support the cause the only way we are able - with beer. 22 a Day will be released on tap, and in 16oz 4 Packs to go where 100% of the profits go to Disabled American Veterans to assist in legislative work regarding the 22 a Day initiative. ⁣
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Because even 1 a day is too many.

Veronica Escobar Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary El Paso County Veteran Service Office City of El Paso Veteran and Military Affairs City of El Paso, Texas - Municipal Government Chapter 187 Disabled American Veterans

12/07/2022

City Proclamation - Pearl Harbor Day

The City of El Paso Council recognizes December 7 as Pearl Harbor Day

12/05/2022

Parent Cafes

Link to register below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mvpn-parent-cafe-tickets-372258805107

Join us 22Dec22 @1730 (every 4th Thursday)

You are invited to join us as we move our Parent Cafes to in-person every 4th Thursday of the month.
Parent Cafés are safe spaces for parents and caregivers to relax, reflect, and talk about the joys and challenges of raising a family. Parent Cafés are judgement free zones where we share experiences and resources while learning from one another. Parent Cafés look to parents as leaders and experts in their own lives. Parent Cafés are free and totally confidential. Come out and join other parents, caregivers, brothers, sister, uncles, aunts, etc. as we share with each other the joys and tribulations we’ve been through or are going through as we strive to do the best for our kids.

Parent Café: Hosted by Military Veteran Peer Network

12/05/2022

Holly Jolly Fair

Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mvpn-holly-jolly-fair-tickets-451804588687

Join us on 17Dec22 @1100

It is an event you don’t want to miss.
We will be providing community resources from around the city; hosting an In-Person Parent Café, FREE toys, FREE Food/refreshments, raffle off great items and FREE pictures with special guests.

Holly Jolly Fair

12/05/2022

S.A.V.E. Training
Link to register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mvpn-save-veterans-su***de-prevention-training-tickets-231891412457
Join us 16Dec@0900
You are invited to S.A.V.E. Training.
Learn about su***de in the veteran population
Su***de myths and misinformation
Risk factors for su***de
Components of the S.A.V.E. model
*Signs of su***de,
*Asking about su***de,
*Validating feelings,
*Encouraging help and Expediting treatment

S.A.V.E Veterans Su***de Prevention Training

12/05/2022

Texas Veterans Network Operation Santa – If you have any or know of any military family that may be in need this Christmas, please pass along the following information. Please register your family for a fun-filled Christmas party with treats, hot cocoa, holiday music, and yes, SANTA CLAUS! We invite you to bring your family to enjoy the day! Please register here. Saturday, December 10th 10:00am - 12:00pm

Alive Fellowship Church
5505 Will Ruth Avenue
El Paso, TX 79924

12/05/2022

Join us at the Veterans One Stop to watch the Army v. Navy Game!

Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mvpn-army-vs-navy-game-tickets-451787377207
Join us on 10Dec22 @1100 at the Veterans One Stop (9565 Diana Dr)

Be sure to mark your calendars and come out and join us for this year’s Army v. Navy Game.

Great time to just hangout, network and continue building camaraderie.

Army vs. Navy Game

12/05/2022

Community Conversations with Veterans and Congresswoman Escobar - Their office is excited to host our Veterans and their families in person on Dec 10, 2022 for a community conversation with guests speakers, County Judge Ricardo Samaniego, EPVA Director Froy Garza, and EPVBA Joe Esparza. Congresswoman Escobar will discuss recent legislation and be available for questions. Lunch will be provided by Veteran Owned business Dos Lunas BBQ. The event will be held at The Beast Recreation Center - 13501 Jason Crandall Dr. El Paso, TX 79938 from 11am – 2pm. Please RSVP here: Veterans Community Conversation Tickets, Sat, Dec 10, 2022 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite or on our Website calendar at: Veterans Community Conversation | Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (house.gov)

12/05/2022

Conversation with Congresswoman Escobar and Women Servicemembers (women veterans welcome) - As they move forward with continuing to find ways to legislate around MST, prohibited harassments, and discrimination. Congresswoman Escobar office is hosting a community conversation with women active duty service members and women veterans. The event is this week, Friday Dec 9th at 1630-1800 at the Esperanza Acosta Moreno Branch, Library 12480 Pebble Hills Blvd, El Paso, TX 79938. Please see attached flyer for more information. If you have any questions please contact Jessie Villarreal @ [email protected] or @ 915-541-1400.

12/05/2022

Service Academy Nomination Deadline- In order to attend a Service Academy (with the exclusion of the Coast Guard Academy) you must receive a nomination from a nominating source, one of which is through a Congressional Representative. The deadline to submit for a nomination from Congresswoman Escobar is this Sunday Dec 11th NLT 11:59pm MST. If you know any students who wish to apply for a nomination, please have them contact Jessie Villarreal at [email protected] or at 915-541-1400.

12/05/2022

After you file your disability benefits claim, we may ask you to have a claim exam (also known as a compensation and pension, or C&P, exam). Get answers to commonly asked questions about the VA claim exam.

12/05/2022

Join us as we discuss the County’s significant capital planning efforts, including how the county plans to finance critical public safety infrastructure and quality of life infrastructure in the next several years.

These sessions will also allow the public to provide feedback to the county on project categories to help improve and refine capital planning efforts.

12/05/2022

12/03/2022

12/03/2022

Veterans Food Drive

11/29/2022

Volunteers needed!

Operation Santa-December 10th, 9am-12pm

Here is the link to register for the Volunteer slots! Be sure to enter a shirt size!

11/29/2022

Friendly reminder that our Veterans are not alone! In the Veterans Capital of the USA, we have a number of programs that Support our Veterans, Military Service Members and their Families. Save the dates!

11/29/2022

Who's ready for some Football? The annual Army vs Navy Game will be played on 10 DEC 22 at 1:00 PM.

The Army is honoring the 1st Armored Division Soldiers past and present by wearing a uniform dedicated to the Soldiers of 1st Armored Division during World War II.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of Operation Torch and the commencement of American ground operations against Axis forces in the European theater, which included North Africa.

Operation Torch marked the 1st Armored Division’s entry into the crucible of combat. The resilience, grit, and commitment demonstrated by the soldiers ultimately resulted in the defeat of Axis forces in North Africa. In the harsh desert against a determined enemy, the members of the 1st Armored Division were forged into “Iron Soldiers” and learned the lessons that would guide them to success in subsequent operations in Italy and Western Europe.

https://oldironsides.football/

11/25/2022

Thank you Fort Bliss for all you do!

11/24/2022

We are happy to have been a part of the Veterans float for the Sun Bowl Parade! The float was amazing! Great job to all those that worked on it!

11/23/2022

Support the EPVRA’s annual food drive!

City Proclamation - 7th Annual Veterans Food Drive Month

The City of El Paso Council commends the El Paso Veterans and Riders Association for their support to Veterans and the community.

11/18/2022

Recieved the holiday food drive boxes from Darrel Mond today! Anyone can drop of dry goods at City 1 in the HR Section! Thanks Darrel for helping out Veterans and their families!

11/12/2022

Who's excited about the Veterans Day Parade tomorrow? I am!! Please join us tomorrow!

11/11/2022

Getting ready to start off on the Flags Across America Veterans Parade in the Northeast of our great City!

11/11/2022

Wishing all of our prior Service Members a fantastic Veterans Day! See you all at the parade today!

11/09/2022

Check the Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso program out! Leelah Rivera is a Recruitment and Outreach Specialist for the Organization. Great opportunity for our Veterans to give back and be a mentor.