The Elier Vela Foundation

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The Elier Vela Foundation The Elier Vela Foundation was created in honor of Staff Sergeant Elier Vela, who proudly served his country both stateside and during deployment.

It is with great respect and pride that The Elier Vela Foundation supports troops in his name.

08/14/2026

I have been meaning to make this announcement for the past few weeks but as many of you know, for the first time in about 20 years, we weren't able to send care packages this past Christmas due to my battle with breast cancer. I recovered well from the surgery and treatment only to get diagnosed with pancreatic cancer right after I recovered. Two weeks ago today I had surgery to remove that cancer and will soon undergo 6 months of chemo. The doctors are assuring me it was caught early and they expect a full recovery! With all I have going on my health, I just don't have the capacity to keep up with anything else. I have decided to end the foundation at this time. It was started to honor my love & friendship with Elier and that will never end! As long as there is breath in me, I will always love him and all we went through together! I will always love & cherish his family and be so very grateful that they allowed me to do this in his name! Finally, I want to thank all of those who supported this mission and helped us spread love to military members serving around the world! I love you all and ask for your understanding and prayers!

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11/17/2025

I hate to have to do this, but due to my recent breast cancer diagnosis, we will not be doing care packages for Christmas for the first time since the foundation was formed. I am hoping after the first of the year, we will be able to get back to what we do best....send love! THANK YOU ALL FOR THE SUPPORT THIS YEAR!!

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Address

528 Brannon Meadow Way
Nicholasville, KY
40356

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18593211275

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