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Donate for Urgent Needs

Donate for urgent needs today. Your generous support will help to build strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families by improving their financial, emotional, and social well-being. Please see the list of urgent and ongoing needs below. We appreciate your generosity.

  • Oregon

    Grocery Costs Feel Overwhelming

    A Coast Guard veteran is doing everything possible to support their family, but rising grocery costs are making it hard to keep nutritious food on the table. Your support can provide immediate relief and help ensure their loved ones have the meals they need. Every contribution is a heartfelt reminder that their service is appreciated and that their community is here to stand beside them.
    $375 still needed
    $500
  • Florida

    Growing Army Family is Looking for a New Home

    An army veteran and their family, who have outgrown their two-bedroom home, are now in need of assistance to cover the rent for a larger residence. Supporting them in this endeavor can provide much-needed space and stability for a family that has sacrificed so much for our country. By helping them secure a more suitable living arrangement, we can express our gratitude for their service and contribute to their well-being as they navigate the challenges of civilian life.
    $979 still needed
    $979
  • Pennsylvania

    Heat a Veteran’s Home this Winter

    A female veteran in your community is struggling with the unexpected cost of replacing her boiler, leaving her home without the reliable heat she needs. Your support can help bring warmth and stability back into her life during an already challenging time. If you’re able, please consider donating to show her that she’s surrounded by care and compassion.
    $1,035 still needed
    $1,400
  • Ongoing Need

    Help Feed a Military Family

    We assist struggling military families by providing food boxes, grocery gift certificates, or vouchers to the commissary. Each family is provided enough food for a week while case workers help them find long-term solutions. Your $25 gift can give a hot meal to a military family.
  • Virginia

    Help Keep Veteran and Family Cool This Summer

    A female veteran is seeking assistance to cover the high cost of replacing a broken HVAC system in her home. With limited income and extreme temperatures making daily life difficult, she urgently needs help to restore a safe and livable environment. Your donation can bring comfort and relief to someone who has honorably served our country.
    $769 still needed
    $769
  • Georgia

    Home Repairs Leave Veteran on Unstable Ground

    Donating to support this veteran in need of home repairs will directly help address critical foundation issues that threaten the safety and stability of his home. Your generous contribution can provide the necessary funds for expert repairs, ensuring he and his family have a secure place to live. By helping a veteran who has given so much for our country, you offer both practical support and a reminder of the gratitude we owe to those who served.
    $6,890 still needed
    $7,820
  • Georgia

    Navy Veteran Forced to Resign from Employment

    This retired sailor was forced to resign from her previous employment and was left in a hard position with no current job. She then has her car broken into and purse stolen, including her cell phone. As she has been trying to replace all of her valuables and cards, she has struggled to pay her rent payment. Consider contributing to her upcoming payment today to offer her some security during this time.
    $760 still needed
    $1,315
  • Ongoing Need

    Rent & Mortgage

    Many military families have faced eviction or foreclosure due to unexpected changes that affect their finances. Transitioning wounded service members may see a pay decrease once their military pay stops and their disability benefits begin. Help families keep a roof over their heads.
  • Oklahoma

    Navy Veteran in Need of Refrigerator

    A Navy veteran who’s served our country with dedication is now without a working refrigerator and needs our help. With your donation, we can quickly provide him with a new one so he can safely store food and worry less about daily essentials. Please consider giving today to help us meet this urgent need and show this veteran that his service and sacrifice are not forgotten.
    $1,241 still needed
    $1,291
  • South Carolina

    New Refrigerator Would Provide Stability for Marine Family

    A Marine Corps veteran is struggling to replace a broken refrigerator, making it difficult to safely store food for themselves and their family. Your support can help provide this essential appliance, bringing immediate relief and stability to their home. Every contribution is a powerful reminder that their service is valued and that their community stands ready to help in times of need.
    $718 still needed
    $818
  • Missouri

    Provide Peace of Mind While Veteran Heals

    A combat-wounded veteran working hard to get his home and health back on track is facing costly basement waterproofing repairs that he simply can’t manage on his own right now. Your support can help restore safety and stability to his home, giving him the solid foundation he needs to continue healing. If you’re able, please consider donating to show him that his community stands beside him in this challenging time.
    $1,740 still needed
    $1,785
  • Ongoing Need

    Help Keep Essential Vehicle Rolling

    Getting around is hard when your car is being repaired, but imagine trying to get around with a significant injury and add 2-3 medical appointments a day. Some wounded service members do not have enough money to fix their vehicles. Your donations can help heroes with much-needed repairs.
  • Ohio

    Servicemember with Two Full-Time Jobs Needs Help

    An Air Force veteran in your community is working two full-time jobs and still struggling to keep up with auto payments while trying to afford basic groceries. Your support can ease the burden and ensure they don’t have to choose between transportation and a meal. Every contribution is a reminder that their service is honored and that they’re not alone in this fight.
    $175 still needed
    $500
  • Mississippi

    Upcoming Surgery Leads Veteran to Seek Help

    A dedicated marine veteran finds himself in a challenging position as he navigates unemployment and prepares for an upcoming spinal fusion surgery. Struggling to make ends meet, he is reaching out for financial assistance to cover his mortgage, recognizing his need for your support during this difficult period of transition. His commitment to his time of duty deserves your consideration and aid as he finds his way through these difficult times.
    $1,050 still needed
    $3,907
  • North Carolina

    Veteran Starting New Career Needs Help

    An Air Force veteran is facing financial strain as he adjusts to life as a single individual and works to start a new career path. With limited income during this transition, he is struggling to keep up with his auto payments, which are essential for getting to job interviews and securing employment. He is seeking financial assistance to ease this burden and help him regain stability as he embarks on a fresh start.
    $1,101 still needed
    $1,321
  • Ongoing Need

    Pay the Electric Bill of a Military Family

    Your donation of just $200 could provide power for a month to a military family in need or ensure that power is kept on for wounded warriors who need medical equipment for survival.

We depend on your generosity to fulfill our important mission of building strong, stable, and secure military and veteran families. We aim to be the provider of choice for veterans and military families when their critical needs arise. The only way we can accomplish this is with your help. In addition to donating for urgent needs, we offer several ways to give in support of our military families

Your Donation will be designated for the urgent need you selected. If the need(s) has already been met, your donation will be used to support other Operation Homefront programs serving America’s military families.

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