FIND YOUR NEXT CONNECTION
Resources for
life after service.
Explore official services and community organizations that support veterans in Wisconsin. Choose a category, then follow a name to learn more directly from the organization.
This directory is for information, not an endorsement or a list of Salute the Troops partners. Services, eligibility, availability, and geographic coverage vary. Contact each provider for service details.
Start here: local veteran support
Local and regional contacts to help you find the right starting point.
- Fond du Lac County Veterans Service Office
Local benefits assistance for veterans, dependents, and survivors.
- Winnebago County Veterans Service Office
Help with benefits claims, enrollment, education, transportation, and community connections.
- Wisconsin Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program
Regional case management, recovery, and community support. Region 8 contact: Mark Provencher, Jr.
- Center for Veterans Issues (CVI)
Wisconsin nonprofit providing housing, employment, and support services for veterans and families.
Benefits & getting started
Official starting points for benefits, applications, and service records.
- Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
State veteran benefits, programs, and services.
- County & Tribal Veterans Service Officers
Local assistance understanding benefits and preparing applications.
- MyWisVets
Wisconsin’s portal for state veteran benefits and documentation.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal benefits and services for veterans and their families.
- National Archives: Military Service Records
Instructions for requesting a DD214 or other military service records.
Health, housing & recovery
Official services for care, housing stability, and community support.
- VA Health Care
Information about VA health care eligibility, enrollment, and services.
- Wisconsin Veterans Housing and Recovery Program
Temporary housing, training, and support for veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
- VA Homeless Programs
Housing, prevention, outreach, and support programs for veterans.
Mental health & support
Local NAMI affiliates, followed by statewide and national resources for individuals and families. These are not emergency-service listings.
- NAMI Fond du Lac
Mental health support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families in Fond du Lac County.
- NAMI Oshkosh
Mental health support groups, education, and advocacy in Oshkosh and southern Winnebago County.
- NAMI Fox Valley
Mental health support, education, and outreach in Calumet, Outagamie, Waupaca, and northern Winnebago counties.
- NAMI Wisconsin
Statewide mental health education, advocacy, resources, and connections to local affiliates.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
National mental health information, education, advocacy, and resources.
Work & education
Explore employment assistance and distinct state and federal education benefits.
- Wisconsin Veteran Employment Services
Job-center employment and training assistance for veterans.
- Wisconsin GI Bill
Tuition and fee remission information for eligible veterans and dependents at Wisconsin public colleges.
- VA Education and Training Benefits
Federal GI Bill and other education and training benefits, separate from the Wisconsin GI Bill.
Community & connection
Find outreach, advocacy, and opportunities to connect.
- Wisconsin Women Veterans
Outreach, advocacy, events, and connections for women veterans.
Outdoor recreation & shared experiences
Wisconsin opportunities and organizations serving veterans through recreation.
- Hogs for Heroes
Motorcycle gifting for eligible Wisconsin veterans.
- Bows for Battle
A developing organization offering archery opportunities, equipment, and coaching for veterans.
- Wisconsin Hero Outdoors
Outdoor activities for veterans, first responders, and their families.
- Hometown Hero Outdoors — Wisconsin
Outdoor trips and events for veterans, military members, and first responders.
- Heroes’ Hunt for Veterans
Guided veteran hunts in the Waupun area.
- Wisconsin Veterans Fishing Camp
Fishing camps for veterans and their families.
- Take a Vet Fishing
Veteran fishing events in Wisconsin and other states.
Dogs, training & companionship
Programs differ in purpose and requirements. Service dogs and companion animals are not interchangeable.
- Dogs2DogTags
Plymouth-based dog training, service, and companionship programs for veterans.
- Custom Canines
Madison nonprofit that trains and gifts service dogs to veterans and first responders with disabilities.
- Patriot K9s of Wisconsin
Wausau-based psychiatric service-dog team training for eligible veterans.
- Jessiffany Canine Services
Commercial canine training provider in Iron Ridge with a Battle Buddy program partnership. Not listed here as a nonprofit.
Everyday support & peer connections
Community organizations offering practical assistance and veteran connections.
- Heat for Heroes
Wisconsin energy-hardship assistance for veterans.
- Dryhootch
Veteran peer support and family resources.
- Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin
Racine-based housing, food, clothing, and support for at-risk veteran households.
Not sure where to begin?
Our team can help you think through a starting point. For a specific program’s eligibility or availability, contact that organization directly.
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