Veterans Assistance Commission of Kendall County

09/06/2026

invites Veterans, family members, caregivers and staff to join us in honoring the 25th Anniversary of 9/11.

Please join us Thursday, Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. - noon outside the Winter Garden as we remember Post‑9/11 Veterans and First Responders.

We are honored to welcome our keynote speaker, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Ryan Yantis, a decorated U.S. Army officer and survivor of the Pentagon attack on September 11, 2001.

Following the ceremony, guests are invited to enjoy food and refreshments generously provided by our sponsors:
• Gary Sinise Foundation
• The People of Hope
• Pizza for a Smile
• Hines VA Post‑9/11 M2VA Program

We hope you can join us for this meaningful commemoration.

09/05/2026

🇺🇸 NOMINATE A HERO 🇺🇸
Nominate a veteran, active-duty military member, or first responder for the chance to experience an unforgettable flight aboard a WWII aircraft!

This September, as our nation marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Vet Fest 141 wants to recognize those who have served and continue to serve.

Know a veteran, active-duty service member, or first responder who deserves this incredible experience? Tell us who they are and why they deserve to fly.

TWO WAYS TO NOMINATE:

On Facebook: Comment on this post with your nomination and tell us why they deserve to fly.

By Email: Send your nomination to [email protected] and tell us why they deserve to fly.

No Facebook account? No problem. Email nominations count exactly the same.

🇺🇸 Winner announced September 26, 2026.

Know a hero? Nominate them today, and please share this post so others can nominate theirs.

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Join Yorkville American Legion in their fundraisers for fellow veteran, Joe Holman.

09/02/2026

Please share:
SPARTA Project are having their next COHORT — OCTOBER 18–23, 2026 | WISCONSIN

The SPARTA Project is currently accepting participants for an upcoming men’s cohort, October 18–23, in Wisconsin.

They are especially looking to connect with veterans and first responders throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin who may benefit from the SPARTA experience.

SPARTA is a 5½-day intensive retreat designed to help veterans and first responders address the effects of trauma and post-traumatic stress, reconnect with themselves and others, and develop tools they can carry forward into their lives, families, and careers.

The week itself is covered.

Participants are responsible only for arranging their transportation to and from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE).

✈️ Get yourself to MKE — they'll pick you up from there.
🏕️ Lodging, meals, programming, transportation during the retreat, and the full SPARTA experience are covered.
✈️ At the end of the cohort, they'll get you back to MKE for your flight home.

October 18–23, 2026
📍 Wisconsin
👥 Men’s Cohort
🇺🇸 Veterans & First Responders

If you know a veteran or first responder in Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, or the surrounding area who could benefit from this opportunity, please share this post or tag someone who can help spread the word.

To learn more or apply, visit The SPARTA Project at

https://www.thespartaproject.org/apply

Discover. Inspire. Heal.

©2016 The SPARTA Project LLC All Rights Rerserved The Sparta Project is a tax-exempt public charity. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.

09/02/2026

Thank you, Vet Fest 141 for your continued support of our military and veterans! It is always great to partner and celebrate our service members- past, present, and future.

09/02/2026

The VACKC is at the Kendall County Fairgrounds with the Career and Resource Fair. This event is free courtesy of workNet Batavia. If you are a veteran, the VetCenter Mobile Unit is onsite as well! Be sure to say hello 👋

09/02/2026

The Veterans Job Club is hosting College of DuPage’s Peer Support Program and Veteran Services!

09/02/2026

Thursday, Sept 3rd HinesVAHospital has the Pet Food Pantry available during regular food pantry hours.

08/31/2026

December 19th- Save the Date for Wreaths Across America

Save the date and mark your calendars! National Wreaths Across America Day 2026 will take place on Saturday, December 19!