DVNF Health & Comfort Impact Report - 2nd Quarter 2016

04 Jacksonville, FL $180,198
05 Aurora, IL $103,472
06 Detroit, MI $86,034
07 Virginia Beach, VA $1,011
08 Buffalo, NY $183,170
09 Salt Late City, UT $21,066
YTD TOTAL $1,087,546
Prepared by NB Enterprises for
Disabled Veterans National Foundation
2nd Quarter 2016 — Health and Comfort Program
IMPACT
REPORT
Disabled Veterans National Foundation partnered with six
organizations this quarter, sending hundreds of thousands of dollars
worth of goods to veterans throughout the US.
Most notably, DVNF shipped 10 pallets of clothing and shoes to the
Jacksonville stand down, which lost all of its donated clothing in a
warehouse fire. Our own CEO Joe VanFonda participated in USO’s
Warrior Week at Virginia Beach. John Paruch, DVNF’s director of
corporate and foundation relations, was invited to represent DVNF at
a press conference hosted by our Aurora program partner. He also
represented DVNF at the Wheelchair Games in Salt Lake City. And
after a major donor for the Buffalo stand down fell through, over 400
Buffalo veterans will receive toiletries and clothing from DVNF.
(Note: The Jacksonville and Detroit stand downs will take place in the 3rd and 4th
quarters of this year.)
SHIPMENT FACTS
APRIL-JUNE 2016
IMPACT
REPORT
1,552Comfort Kits
Veterans
1,700+
given
this
quarter
helped
this
quarter
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DVNF sends over $500,000 in goods
to veterans in 2016’s 2nd quarter

“It’s the basics that these guys need, and it’s the basics
that DVNF sends year after year.” Over 1,100 veterans and their fami-
lies attended the Yuba Sutter Veter-
ans Stand Down
Yuba Sutter Veterans Stand Down is a nonprofit Public Benefit
Corporation and is not organized for the private gain of any
person. Its purpose is to provide services to any veteran, active or
non-active military, senior veterans, disabled veterans, veteran’s
spouses and dependents.
We provide information on and assistance with counseling
services, as well as any and all services that the veteran and
family members are deemed eligible for at the local, state and
federal level. Provide charitable assistance to veterans and family
members in need, i.e., food, clothing, medical, rehabilitation,
transportation and housing.
10 MARYSVILLE, CA
Veterans served
in warzones
Afghanistan 34
Gulf War 47
Iraq 64

Korea 37
Vietnam 215
WWII 2
Program Partner
Yuba Sutter Veterans Stand Down
Contact person: Cindy Languell
Contact info:
cindy.languell@gmail.com
Mike Nichols, stand down organizer
Airforce 34
Army 47
Coast Guard 64

Marine Corps 37
Navy 215
Branch of
service
The Jacksonville-based organization Northeast
Florida Women Veterans, Inc. (NFWV) works
to ensure that women who have served on active
duty, National Guard or Reserves, as well as their
children, transition successfully into the civilian
community with the tools they need to become self-
sufficient.
Duval County home to more than 15,000 women
veterans representing all branches of service, every
war from WWII to present, and every race. They
are single, divorced, widowed, with and without
children. Many are stay-at-home moms, employees,
entrepreneurs, and/or college students. But just as
many women are homeless and distressed from the
wounds of military service.
Northeast Florida has the largest population of
women veterans in the state of Florida and the third
largest in the nation.
This year NFWV is partnering with the City of
Jacksonville’s annual veterans stand down, which
takes place October 20-22.
Program Partner
Contact person: Deloris Quaranta
Phone: (904) 239-6801
Email: dquaranta@forwomenvets.org
Northeast Florida Women Veterans, Inc
04 JACKSONVILLE, FL
Resource Center
Provide one-on-one counseling, support groups, workshops, and
social services to women veterans and their children
Advocacy
Participate in conferences, panels, and other events on behalf of
women veterans
Community Outreach
Plan or participate in community events to bring awareness of the
need (i.e. Week of Recognition, Lunch and Learn, Trailblazers’
Luncheon, and Vietnam Era Voice
NFWV’s Services
DVNF sent NFWV 10 pallets of clothing and shoes, which will
be distributed to an estimated 300 veterans at the Jacksonville
stand down. The stand down organizers lost all their donated
clothing in a fire earlier this year and are incredibly grateful for
DVNF’s contribution.
that DVNF sends year after year.”
10 MARYSVILLE, CA
Program Partner
Contact info:
Airforce 34
Army 47
Coast Guard 64

Marine Corps 37
Navy 215
Branch of
service
The Jacksonville-based organization Northeast Florida
Women Veterans, Inc. (NFWV) was established in 2012
to help women veterans successfully transition from
military service to civilian life.
Since it’s inception, NFWV has partnered with the City of
Jacksonville Military and Veterans Affairs on its annual
homeless veteran stand down, as well as other events.
Jacksonville is resident to a large number of homeless
veterans, so the stand down is one of the VA’s biggest
events.
This year’s stand down took place October 22 at the
Jacksonville Fairground Exhibit Building. Organizers
expected roughly 350 veterans to come, but were
shocked when over 600 showed up. Once again, this
stand down was affected by a warehouse fire in North
Carolina that left them without clothes for the stand
down. DVNF partnered with NFWV to send hundreds of
shoes, jackets, sweaters, scares and blankets.
Program Partner
Phone: (904) 239-6801
Northeast Florida
Women Veterans, Inc
These veterans (pictured above and below) are just a couple
of the many who got a brand new pair of Muk Luks shoes.
DVNF sent over 400 pairs for the veterans at the stand down.
“DVNF took this stand down to a historical high. The veterans could not believe they were getting new shoes
and sweaters. They held onto the blankets like they were precious gems. We were so grateful to give an early
Christmas to our homeless veteran population, and we could not have done this without the generosity of
DVNF! Thank you and God bless all of you!”
Deloris Quaranta, stand down organizer
04 JACKSONVILLE, FL

10 MARYSVILLE, CA
Program Partner
Contact info:
Airforce 34
Army 47
Coast Guard 64

Marine Corps 37
Navy 215
Branch of
service
The Jacksonville-based organization Northeast
Florida Women Veterans, Inc. (NFWV) works
to ensure that women who have served on active
duty, National Guard or Reserves, as well as their
children, transition successfully into the civilian
community with the tools they need to become self-
sufficient.
Duval County home to more than 15,000 women
veterans representing all branches of service, every
war from WWII to present, and every race. They
are single, divorced, widowed, with and without
children. Many are stay-at-home moms, employees,
entrepreneurs, and/or college students. But just as
many women are homeless and distressed from the
wounds of military service.
Northeast Florida has the largest population of
women veterans in the state of Florida and the third
largest in the nation.
This year NFWV is partnering with the City of
Jacksonville’s annual veterans stand down, which
takes place October 20-22.
Program Partner
Phone: (904) 239-6801
Northeast Florida Women Veterans, Inc
04 JACKSONVILLE, FL
Resource Center
Provide one-on-one counseling, support groups, workshops, and
social services to women veterans and their children
Advocacy
Participate in conferences, panels, and other events on behalf of
women veterans
Community Outreach
Plan or participate in community events to bring awareness of the
need (i.e. Week of Recognition, Lunch and Learn, Trailblazers’
Luncheon, and Vietnam Era Voice
NFWV’s Services
DVNF sent NFWV 10 pallets of clothing and shoes, which will
be distributed to an estimated 300 veterans at the Jacksonville
stand down. The stand down organizers lost all their donated
clothing in a fire earlier this year and are incredibly grateful for
DVNF’s contribution.
10 MARYSVILLE, CA
Program Partner
Contact info:
Airforce 34
Army 47
Coast Guard 64

Marine Corps 37
Navy 215
Branch of
service
“Are you serious? They sent all this stuff
just for us? Thank you so much!”
Veteran attendee
“The veteran and I (pictured above) were laughing because he
couldn’t believe we had a 3X shirt for him. He said, ‘I’m a big
guy. There is usually nothing that fits me! Man this is great.
You made my day! Thank you.’ Thank you, DVNF, for sending
such a wide assortment of clothing sizes.”
Deloris Quaranta, stand down organizer
(Above) One of the Young Marines volunteers helps a
veteran pack a DVNF blanket into his sack.
(Above) A volunteer helps a veteran pick out a pair of reading glasses.
(Right) A veteran takes one of the 300 plaid scarves DVNF sent.

JACKSONVILLE, FL
$180,198
PALLETS QUANTITY VALUE
Black & White Sherpa Blankets 240 $14,818.20
Comfort Kits 180 $14,319.00
Foster Grant Tinted Reading Glasses - Assorted Strengths 860 $12,891.40
Blistex Ultra Lip Balm - SPF 30 1,200 $1,452.00
Bulgari Body Lotion 1,836 $9,639.00
Men’s Southern Proper Button Down Shirts 200 $19,600.00
Men’s Rain Jackets 28 $531.72
Men’s Royal Blue Plaid Scarves 300 $6,600.00
Men’s Pullovers 15 $1,312.50
Men’s Muk Luk Shoes - Coffee 144 $8,638.56
Men’s Muk Luks Wing Tip Shoes 162 $9,711.90
Men’s Muk Luks Shoes - Coffee 144 $8,638.56
Men’s Southern Proper Sweaters 300 $25,500.00
Men’s Southern Proper Vests 225 $16,875.00
Broad Spectrum Insect Repellent Spray Pump - 4 oz. 2,400 $11,976.00
Travel-size Soap Bars 322 $51.52
Unisex Jackets 24 $2,824.32

“The care kits were so well-received! It means so much to our
homeless veterans. We are very appreciative of everything DVNF
sent. I can’t thank you enough.”
DVNF sent AVAC a full load of comfort kits, shoes,
blankets, and personal products, as well as
sunscreen and lip balm, to be distributed to those
participating in the Vets Week 5K run on May
29. AVAC also arranged for a shipping company
whose owner has a heart for veterans to ship
DVNF’s load free of charge!
Aurora Veterans Advisory Council (AVAC) was created
in 1998 to address the most pressing issues impacting local
military personnel who have served our country in a branch
of the United States military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines,
Coast Guard). The Council aids in the planning, development
and implementation of veterans-related special activities and
programs in the City of Aurora.
In May AVAC held its first ever Vets Week. This 9-day event was
the first of its kind in Aurora and in the state of Illinois. Kicking
off on Armed Forces Day, May 21, and running through Memorial
Day, May 30, AVAC hosted events throughout the week to raise
money for, and increase awareness of, veterans in need. All
proceeds are now being used to combat homelessness, offer job
placement, support service dogs, educate the public on PTSD,
and provide scholarships to veterans’ family members.
DVNF’s generous contribution to Vets Week was announced at
a special press conference AVAC put together specifically for
DVNF on May 25. The following day, an excellent article appeared
in Aurora’s local paper, The Beacon-News. Press conference
attendees and recipients of DVNF’s goods included the local
American Legion, VFW, ROTC, and residents from Hope for
Tomorrow, a transition home for veterans recovering from PTSD.
The goods were distributed to veterans the following week.
Program Partner
Contact person: Lisa Garcia
Phone: (630) 486-9869
Email: lisag@rcwegman.com
Lisa Garcia, Vets Week Organizer
“This is so generous, and very much needed. Many vets come to us
with nothing but the clothes on their backs or are living in their cars.
It is pretty sad.”
Janet Gilbert, vice president of Hope for Tomorrow
05 AURORA, IL
Aurora Veterans Advisory Council

AURORA, IL
$103,472
Men’s Muk Luks Shoes - Khaki 36 $2,122.20
Men’s Muk Luks Shoes - Camel 12 $599.88
Men’s Muk Luks Shoes - Coffee 48 $2,879.52
Men’s Muk Luks Shoes - Brown 168 $3,358.32
Broad Spectrum Insect Repellent Spray Pump - 4 oz. 2,400 $11,976.00
Aveeno Active Naturals Cream 1,104 $24,276.96
Sport Sunscreen - SPF 30 3,024 $6,531.84

Program Partner
Contact person: Catrina Vaughn
Phone: (313) 523-3455
Email: vaughnrespite@gmail.com
Vaughn Respite, incorporated in 2012, is a nonprofit veterans
transitional home which accommodates up to ten male residents.
Vaughn Respite services include:
• Housing up to 24 months
• Clothing assistance
• Transportation to mental health related facilities
• Transportation to employment opportunities
• Transportation to academic enrichment opportunities
Founder Catrina Vaughn created Vaughn Respite to show
veterans the value of life after duty. Catrina realized that after
her dad and uncles returned from active duty, they were able
to retain factory positions, but industrial jobs were becoming
obsolete. Though technical fields were increasing in the market,
veterans in general lacked the skills to do those jobs.
Through Vaughn Respite, Catrina hopes to support veterans
struggling in the workforce, providing them with safe housing,
goods and services that not only bring comfort, but provide a
way for the rest of us to say “thank you” for their service.
DVNF partnered with Vaughn Respite this year, sending several
pallets of toiletries and blankets that were distributed to veterans
in need at 15 events in the Detroit area.
“On behalf of Vaughn Respite’s shareholders and Board of Di-
rectors, we would like to say thank you for the goods received
from DVNF.”
Catrina Vaughn, Vaughn Respite Founder
“The heat wrap was great for my aching back.”
Vernon Allan, veteran
DVNF sent a much-needed supply of goods
for Vaughn Respite to distribute to disabled
veterans and veterans in need through its series
of mini stand downs this year. (Above) On July
9, Vaughn Respite set up a veterans table at
Bridging Communities’s Walk for Elders. (Below)
On July 8, Vaughn Respite distributed toiletries
to 25 veterans at the Detroit Association of Black
Organizations.
06 DETROIT, MI
Vaughn Respite

“DVNF has been an instrumental tool that has greatly impacted the lives of our veterans, both men and
women. The donated items help Michigan veterans become presentable and confident for employment
opportunities. With these future employments, individual disposable income increases, the Gross Domestic
Product increases, family structures become more stable, generational poverty decreases and the overall
mental health of veterans improves. These economical components are all improving due to the kind-heart-
ed donation from the Disabled Veterans National Foundation.
Catrina Vaughn, Vaughn Respite Founder
At Vaughn Respite’s latest event on November 9, John Paruch,
DVNF’s manager of corporate relations passed out brand new
pairs of Muk Luk shoes as well as blankets, therapeutic heat wrap
patches, and lotion to veterans who attended.

DETROIT, MI
$86,034
Nadinola Shea Butter Cream - 4 oz. 1,344 $2,365.44
Knit Gloves 1,352 $763.88
Neutrogena Men’s Triple Protect Lotion - SPF 20 3,024 $17,660.16
Men’s Muk Luks Shoes - Blue 144 $2,158.56
Therapeutic Heat Wrap Patches 1,008 $6,461.28
Anti-bacterial Soap 8,568 $27,931.68

USO Warrior Week brings together various physical,
therapeutic, and recreational organizations from across the
country whose focus is on the rehabilitation of wounded service
members.
Each warrior and his/her family have the opportunity to
participate in various activities including: deep sea fishing,
golfing, horseback riding, kayaking, surfing, cycling, racquetball,
and skydiving.
This year from June 3-5, the USO Military Village and USO
Patriot Park showcased the local military and provided
entertainment to the community. The USO Military Village
included the Vietnam War traveling memorial, “The Wall That
Heals”; various military displays such as vehicles, helicopters,
and LCAC demonstrations; and recruiters. Entertainment
included performances by the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon,
the Navy Band, Army Band, and the USO Show Troupe.
Warrior Week
Sport Sunscreen SPF 30 300 $648.00
Blistex Ultra Lip Balm SPF 30 300 $363.00
$1,011
INVENTORY
DVNF sent sunscreen and lip balm to be distributed
to veterans participating in the events.
07 VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

DVNF’s involvement in the stand down was incredible. They were attentive to our needs, flexible, and eager
to help veterans. With the much needed items that they provided, we were able to meet the needs of more
veterans than we had even anticipated. I can’t express enough the value of their services, and I look forward to
working with them again.
Frantic for toiletries and clothing after losing
a major donor, stand down organizer Sean
Lindstrom contacted DVNF requesting we
send as many health and comfort items as we
could spare. DVNF pulled together 24 pallets of
goods for the stand down!
Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) is a Buffalo VA
program located at 1298 Main Street in Buffalo, N.Y. Because it’s
right in the center of the city, veterans can easily visit without an
appointment and do a range of necessary tasks such as laundry,
take a shower, and use a computer or the phone. It also provides
hygiene and clothing items. At HCHV veterans can meet with their
primary care provider, and the program also employs a dedicated
outreach nurse who daily visits area shelters and halfway homes.
Throughout the year, HCHV administers approximately 350 HUD/
VASH vouchers and 71 beds for transitional housing opportunities
through their partners in the Grant & Per Diem and Contract
Residence Programs. They also have a community employment
coordinator who works in the region to expand employment
opportunities for veterans in the VA’s programs.
HCHV held its annual stand down on June 29 with approximately
400 disabled veterans and veterans in need in attendance. DVNF
sent a full truckload of needed items which were distributed to
veterans at the event.
Program Partner
Contact person: Sean Lindstrom
Phone: (716) 862-8885
Email: sean.lindstrom@va.gov
Sean Lindstrom, stand down committee chair
“There are many events that are held throughout the year that are put
together to serve veterans. However, never have I been to an event
where such thought was put into what we need. Receiving chap stick,
new shoes, a blanket, as well as bug repellent was such a shock to me.
I mean these are the things I need. This shows that someone is thinking
about us, I can’t thank you enough.”
-- A Veteran at the event
08 BUFFALO, NY
Department of Veteran Affairs
Healthcare for Homeless Veterans

DVNF allowed for the HCHV team in Buffalo, NY to provide veterans
with the practical things they need. It allowed us to show them that
we are here and we are working hard to assist them in any way we
can. DVNF allowed for this message to be loud and clear. They were
the perfect ingredient needed to expand our services and attract
more veteran involvement. This year we served our highest number
of veterans to date. Alicia Sholtz, stand down committee member
“I am not sure that words I can come
up with right now will explain how
grateful I am. I have not had a new pair
of shoes in almost four years. I feel like
I have something to be proud of. I am
overwhelmed by all of the kindness and
generosity. All I can say is thank you.
You have made this veteran happy.”
--A veteran at the event
This was the second year the Buffalo VA was
able to make use of the Coca-Cola Field, which is
where the Buffalo Bisons play (they are the local
minor league baseball team).
The VA added some new services to the event as
well. It provided veterans with the opportunity to
have their bike repaired, and hosted a bike raffle.
It invited a local mobile food pantry to be on-site
and provide food to the veterans. Veterans were
able to get eye exams from a community eye clin-
ic, and that clinic provided new glasses to veter-
ans who were in need of them.
Of course past services were available as well,
to name a few: hot lunch, haircuts, housing and
employment services, dental exams, enrollment
opportunities, information about service dogs. All
veterans attending received a baseball ticket to
Buffalo’s minor league team for any future game.
Services Provided

BUFFALO, NY
$183,170
Neutrogena Triple Protect Men’s Lotion Mens - SPF 20 3,024 $17,660.16
Men’s JT Racing Hats 644 $18,682.44
Men’s Jackets 12 $4,854.00
Men’s Hats 14 $574.00
Men’s Muk Luks Shoes - Khaki 108 $6,366.60
Men's Sweaters 38 $9,443.00
BeKool Itch Relief Patches 2,160 $13,878.00
Therapeutic Heat Wrap Patches 1,008 $6,463.80
Clip-on Repellent 252 $1,685.88
Clip-on Repellent Starter Kit 405 $2,590.99
Sport Sunscreen - SPF 30 3,024 $6,531.84
Unisex Bedroom Shoes 317 $5,286.77
Unisex T-Shirts 184 $799.02
Women's Long Sleeved Shirts 18 $1,939.50
Women's Pants 15 $1,416.60
Women's Sweaters 39 $11,778.00

Co-presented by the Department of Veterans Affairs and
the Paralyzed Veterans of America, the National Veterans
Wheelchair Games (NVWG) is a rehabilitation and wheelchair
sports program empowering veterans with spinal cord injuries,
multiple sclerosis, amputations and other neurological injuries to
live more active and healthy lives through wheelchair sports and
recreation.
Each summer, veterans from across the United States, including
a team from Great Britain, travel to a new community hosting
the NVWG. This year’s event was held in Salt Lake City, UT,
from June 27 to July 2. During the week, veterans competed in
18 wheelchair sports events while encouraging and mentoring
new veterans. Veterans at the Games educate newly disabled
veterans on what is possible. Those witnessing the events
realize that limitations are only state of mind.
Since 1985, the Department of Veterans Affairs and the
Paralyzed Veterans of America and have joined forces to
work collaboratively to organize and execute the NVWG. This
partnership enables the strengths of both organizations to
come together to make the NVWG one of the largest annual
wheelchair sports programs and a truly world-class event.
$21,066
INVENTORY
This year DVNF sent 320 comfort kits to be
distributed to veterans at the event!
09 SALT LATE CITY, UT
National Veterans Wheelchair Games

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