Law expands Veteran housing benefits WASHINGTON – May is National Moving Month and many Veterans may find themselves moving to a new address as they take advantage of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) expanded home loan program, which now includes additional benefits for eligible borrowers.
As part of the American Rescue Plan, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is accepting applications from Veterans interested in the Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program. VRRAP gives eligible Veterans who lost their job due to the COVID-19 pandemic access to employment reeducation to qualify for high-demand occupations.
A reminder to our veterans that VA is focused on ensuring prescriptions are delivered in a timely manner throughout the holidays.
VA has released the official guidance to mortgage servicers calling for a pause on foreclosures on VA-backed loans. VA expects that any foreclosures filed since November 17, 2023 will be put on hold, along with any other in-process or upcoming foreclosures on VA-backed loans. The foreclosure process will be paused for these Veterans through May 31, 2024, giving additional time to these veterans to find solutions to stay in their homes. Veterans who are struggling with VA-backed mortgage payments can visit the VA Housing Assistance website https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/ or call VA at 877-827-3702 for assistance.
The VFW Department of Wisconsin is pleased to announce its collaboration with Sierra Delta, a non-profit organization based in Madison, Wisconsin. The partnership aims to launch the New State Commander's Project, a joint initiative focused on enhancing the lives of military veterans and their service dogs.
VFW Wisconsin Elects Ron Ramos as State Commander, Alongside Mary Ann Christopherson and Ty Letto As Senior Vice Commander And Junior Vice Commander, Respectively
MADISON – July 6, 2023- The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Wisconsin is proud to announce the election of Mary Ann Christopherson as the Senior Vice State Commander. This esteemed position recognizes Christopherson's dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to serving veterans and their families.
MADISON, July 6, 2023 - The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Wisconsin proudly announces the election of Ty Letto as the new Junior Vice State Commander. This prestigious appointment reflects Letto's unwavering dedication to serving veterans and his commitment to making a difference in their lives. Letto currently serves as the Post Commander of Clarence Keske VFW Post 1163 in Beaver Dam.
Rathke, a Gold Legacy Life member of Post 1638 in Merrill, Wisconsin, is one of 48 VFW Department commanders worldwide to earn the title of All-American commander. Her hard work played an integral role helping the organization successfully remain focused on its service to veterans.
Annual scholarship sponsoring for a student who served in the U.S. Army Special Forces and is now a full time student. The award is for $1000.