DAV Phoenix Chapter 1

09/10/2025

Trump booed entering luxury DC seafood restaurant as furious crowds tell president 'F--k you'
Source: Irish Star

It follows weeks of Trump boasting about mobilizing federal authorities and the military, which he says has made Washington “a safe zone"

09/09/2025

12/20/2024

Statement from DAV National:

Annual funding for some government agencies, including portions of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), expires at midnight tonight—December 20, 2024. In preparation for a potential government shutdown, the VA is preparing for all probabilities to include the possibility of a lapse in funding. This lapse would mean that some portions of the government would cease certain functions due to the lack of funding.

We know that this situation can cause stress and some confusion on whether veterans health care services and benefits will continue to be delivered. Please be assured that most essential VA operations will continue without interruption if there is a shutdown. Thanks to DAV’s advocacy efforts years prior, VA benefits payments and health care are funded through advance appropriation, meaning that no veteran, surviving spouse or dependent eligible to receive VA benefits will miss a payment.

VA projects that most of its work force would be fully funded or continue to perform expected functions during a shutdown. The Veterans Crisis Line will continue operating uninterrupted, burials and interments at veterans cemeteries will continue, as will many other essential services.

The possibility of a government shutdown should not sound the alarm to the potential of veterans losing the hard-earned benefits they deserve. We hope that Congress can work together in a bipartisan way to prevent a shutdown that impacts any of VA’s services.

Details on VA’s Contingency Plan for a potential lapse in appropriations can be found here.

January 2024

07/10/2024

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! 🎂

06/20/2024

At Vet the Vote, we empower veterans to serve as poll workers. We believe in the power of veterans' experience, dedication, and integrity to uphold the electoral process and ensure every voice is heard.

Register to Vote | Volunteer as a Poll Worker: https://bit.ly/VtVHOME
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Vet the Vote is a national campaign to recruit veterans and military family members (VMF) to serve as poll workers and register to vote. The VtV coalition is composed of VMF service and engagement organizations and our partners, including the NFL.
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In 2022, VtV recruited more than 63,000 VMF to work the polls.
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02/20/2024

Join us on Thursday, February 29th from 5-6:30 p.m., for an enlightening panel discussion about healthcare choices for women veterans, featuring the Women’s Health Medical Director, Colan Kennelly, the Women Veterans Program Manager, Kristen Nordquist, and Assistant Women Veterans Program Manager, Megan Giblin, from the Phoenix VA Health Care System.

This online discussion will review comprehensive primary care, routine women's healthcare, reproductive care throughout all life stages, and cancer screening.

Register here: https://lnkd.in/dZGrv6EX

11/08/2023

For those interested be sure to make your reservations soon as you can as spots fill up fast.

If you are a Veteran, join us this Friday, November 10th for 2 FREE hours in the center. Contact either center to sign up: Scottsdale: (480) 863-5000 Tucson:… READ»

09/19/2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MOTOWN LEGENDS UNITE TO SUPPORT VETERANS: MIRACLES FOR HEROES JOINS FORCES WITH THE VA TO PROMOTE THE PACT ACT

Phoenix, AZ — August 1, 2023 — Miracles For Heroes, a charitable organization committed to honoring and assisting America's veterans, is pleased to announce a collaborative effort with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to promote the PACT Act.
As part of their ongoing commitment to giving back to those who have served our country, the organization is organizing a special concert featuring iconic Motown groups, The Spinners and The Miracles.

The highly anticipated concert is scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 30, at the historic Orpheum Theater, located at 203 W Adams in Phoenix, AZ.

This exclusive event promises an unforgettable evening filled with timeless music and soulful performances. Tickets for the concert are available for purchase at https://tinyurl.com/MotownGreats

In a gesture of appreciation for their service, local veterans will be given complimentary tickets to attend the concert, courtesy of generous sponsors. Furthermore, the VA will be actively participating in the event, providing valuable information and assistance to veterans interested in enrolling for the benefits offered by the PACT Act.

Miracles For Heroes was founded by Sydney Justin, the lead singer of The Miracles, with a heartfelt mission to support veterans through various impactful initiatives. Alongside organizing concerts like this one, the organization actively participates in events aimed at providing food for the homeless. Additionally, they have ambitious plans underway to establish a dedicated community for homeless veterans, offering them housing and comprehensive services to aid their transition towards a brighter future.

For press inquiries and more information about the event, please contact:

PR Contact Name: Mari Molina
Phone Number: 602-692-2007
Email: [email protected]

Note: All information provided is subject to change. For the most current updates, please refer to the organization's official channels.

08/31/2023

https://azdav01.org/event/chapter-meeting/?instance_id=3786

Monthly Chapter’s Membership Meeting If you are unable to attend in person at DAV Dept. of AZ 38 W. Dunlap Ave, Phoenix AZ Bldg. 34, Phoenix, AZ at 12 noon, please join us on Zoom. Contact the Adjutant to get the login information. Email: Ph: 602.249-0425

08/30/2023

StandUp Wireless offers a government benefit program that provides discounts on monthly telephone service for eligible low-income subscribers. Veterans utilizing government assistance programs, such as SNAP, SSI, Federal Public Housing Assistance, or the Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit, can receive a free smartphone and monthly service.

For more information, contact [email protected] or visit

Free Cell Phone Service through the government Lifeline and ACP benefit programs. See if you qualify for Unlimited Talk, Text, and Data†.