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Central Illinois Veterans Commission

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Central Illinois Veterans Commission

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To provide Central Illinois veterans with the tools and support systems to enable everyone to move forward to obtain permanent housing.

Partnering Agencies:

VAC Logan County Veterans Assistance https://www.logancountyil.gov/

The Salvation Army https://www.facebook.com/LoganAndMasonSalvationArmy

Community Action https://www.capcil.info/

Heartland Community College

11/12/2026

Welcome our newest board member!

Melissa Thomas, Lincoln, Illinois

Melissa joined the United States Air Force after her freshman year of college as a member of the Illinois National Guard in 2006.
She was a member of the Security Forces Squadron at the 183rd Fighter Wing in Springfield, IL.

Upon returning home from basic training and tech school Melissa worked full time at the base.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Worked over 10yrs at Logan Correctional Center then took a promotion with the state and currently working as a human services public aid lead caseworker with Human and Family Services.

She lives in Lincoln with her husband Seth and their children Owen, Mila, and Dierks.

WELCOME ABOARD!

11/11/2026

What an amazing day for our organization!
Thank you Bill & Jeri Dennis and The Woods Foundation 🇺🇸🔨🛠️🪜
Great job Cameron Harnacke at Harnacke Builders, New Holland, IL

11/09/2026

Sunday, November 8th our 10th tiny home was dedicated. Our founder, Joe Schaler, had a vision, a mission and a plan.
Ending veteran homelessness, one veteran at a time.

We are honored to continue his legacy.
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WELCOME HOME ARTHUR!

11/03/2026

Sunday, November 8th will be the dedication of Veterans Tiny Home #10 at 320 N Adams street in Lincoln IL. Just a few days before Veteran's Day our CIVC Board, distinguished guests, donors and volunteers will gather to mark this major milestone for Logan County.
10 homes have been gifted.
10 lives forever changed.
Please join us for this memorial event from 12 noon to 12:45.

10/28/2026

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10/26/2026

🇺🇸 National Day of the Deployed | October 26

Today, we honor the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who are deployed around the world, standing on the front lines to protect our freedoms, defend our nation, and serve a cause greater than themselves.

Behind every deployed service member is a family, a spouse, a parent, a child, and loved ones who carry the weight of their absence while proudly supporting their service. Today, we recognize their sacrifices, their strength, and the courage it takes to serve both at home and abroad. ❤️🤍💙

To every deployed service member: You are not forgotten. You are appreciated. You are loved. And your service matters.

From all of us, thank you for your dedication, your sacrifice, and your unwavering commitment to our great nation. May you remain safe, may your mission be successful, and may you return home to the loving arms of those waiting for you.

🙏 God bless our deployed troops, their families, and the United States of America! 🇺🇸

We stand behind those who stand for us.

10/19/2026

The CIVC is so very humbled to have the volunteer base that we do. We could not exist without you.

Address

120 S. McLean
Lincoln, IL
62656

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 12pm
Tuesday	8am - 12pm
Wednesday	8am - 12pm
Thursday	8am - 12pm
Friday	8am - 12pm

Website

https://www.civeteran.org/

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