VAREP Central Florida Chapter

05/23/2026

Our VAREP Chapter is proud to be part of VAREP’s 2026 Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸

June 21–23, VAREP members and leaders from across the country will come together to advocate for policies that support veterans, military families, and sustainable homeownership opportunities nationwide.

This conference is about more than housing. It’s about being a voice for those who have served through conversations focused on:
🏡 Veteran housing stability
📚 Financial readiness & literacy
🤝 Military & veteran family support
⚖️ Housing advocacy and policy initiatives

From Capitol Hill meetings to educational sessions and leadership collaboration, this is an opportunity to create meaningful impact for the veteran community we proudly serve.

We invite our members, partners, and supporters to join us as we continue advocating for veterans and military families across our nation.

🔗 Register today: https://conference.varep.org/

05/19/2026

Cookie loves supporting Military Families, just look at her cute face, shes happy to support or VAREP CARES – Orlando Fisher House 2026. This event supports and helps raised funds for Veterans and their families with a comforting place to stay during medical treatment . Help this cause and stand with those who once stood for us.

When Our Veterans Need Us… VAREP and the Orlando Fisher House are there!

There are moments in life when a family faces the unthinkable, when a loved one is hospitalized, and everything else fades except being close to them. That’s where the Orlando Fisher House steps in. A true “home away from home,” the Orlando Fisher House allows Military and Veteran families to stay at no cost while their loved ones receive care at the Orlando VA Medical Center.

Through “VAREP” Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals - Central Florida Chapter, our mission goes far beyond real estate. We are committed to serving those who served, not just in words—but through real action in our community.

Throughout the past 7 years, Our Military community comes together.

 To share a meal and taking action to help.
 To collect food, cleaning supplies, and essentials
 To raise funds via donations and ticket sales that directly impacted Veteran families
 To Stand side-by-side in support of those who sacrificed for us

Because of people like YOU Military Families are helped! Families supported and hope restored  But the mission is not done. We are gathering again and need your help. Every dollar. Every item. Every act of kindness makes a real difference for a Veteran family right here in Orlando.

Join us or use the link to donate from a far.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/varep-cares-orlando-fisher-house--2026

7th Annual VAREP Cares Event - Orlando Fisher House
 Join us May 21, 2026 at 11:30AM - 1:00PM
 Your ticket includes: A delicious lunch + an exclusive guided tour of the Orlando Fisher House. Lets make it bigger, stronger, and even more impactful.

 Whether you donate from across the land, sponsor, volunteer, or simply show up, you are becoming part of something greater than yourself. Because at the end of the day… this isn’t just an event. This is about honor, service, and taking care of those who supported you.

Use the QR Code or the direct link:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/varep-cares-orlando-fisher-house--2026

Let’s come together & give back to those who gave everything.
Ernie Plaza Sr - Retired Army
VAREP CFL - Treasurer
 407-334-9959
 [email protected]

Support Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP)A 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to increasing sustainable homeownership, financial literacy, and economic opportunity for veterans and active-duty military families. We take action, to better serve those whom have served and their families.

VAREP CARES – Orlando Fisher House 2026 supports veterans and their families with a comforting place to stay during medical treatment 🏥. Your registration helps us stand with those who once stood for us.🇺🇸❤️ When Our Veterans Need Us… We Show Up. ❤️🇺🇸There are moments in l...

04/21/2026

🔥 Central Florida if you’re serious about relationships, growth, and serving a bigger mission, be in the room.

Join us for the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals Central Florida Networking Mixer where real estate professionals, lenders, business leaders, and advocates come together to build meaningful connections that matter.

📅 Tuesday, May 5
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Fiesta Azul

Come connect, expand your network, and learn how we continue creating impact for the military and veteran community across Central Florida 🇺🇸

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/cinco-de-mayo-membership-mixer

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04/10/2026

Tomorrow Saturday April 11th will be a wonderful day in Winter Garden with the Spring Fever in the Garden happening all day!!! So stop by the American Legion at 1130 and see how together we can make an impact for the Veteran & Military Community!!!

03/30/2026

Sometimes the most important help is simply giving someone enough room to keep moving forward. Proud that VAREP Cares Central Florida could support a veteran in a difficult season so he can stay focused on school, housing, and building what comes next.

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03/12/2026

🇺🇸 Mini Golf! Support Veterans! Have fun!🇺🇸

The VAREP Central Florida Chapter is hosting a **Giveback Event at PopStroke Waterford Lakes on Tuesday, April 7th — and you can participate anytime between 9:00 AM and 11:00 PM!

⛳ Here’s how it works:
When you pay for a round of mini golf, simply mention VAREP at checkout and 20% of your golf pass will be donated to support veterans right here in Central Florida.

🍦 Bonus for the kids:
Kids who attend will receive complimentary ice cream!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a fun day while helping us continue our mission of strengthening the lives of veterans in our community.

📍 Location:
PopStroke Waterford Lakes
321 N Alafaya Trail
Orlando, FL 32828

💙 Can’t attend but still want to support?
Simply scan the QR code on the flyer in the comment section to make a donation and help us continue serving veterans across Central Florida.

Together we can turn one round of mini golf into real support for veterans.

03/07/2026

🇺🇸 Central Florida You’re Invited! 🇺🇸

Join us on March 25th for our VAREP Central Florida Lunch & Learn as we continue our mission of improving the lives of veterans through education, housing, economic development, and philanthropy. 

We are honored to feature guest speaker Sam Dongilli of The Mortgage Firm, who will break down key insights into Veteran Home Loans and the VA mortgage benefit! This is one of the most powerful tools available to those who have served our country. Sam has helped countless military and veteran families navigate the path to sustainable homeownership and will be sharing practical knowledge that real estate and lending professionals can immediately apply.

At VAREP, our goal is simple: equip professionals and communities with the knowledge needed to better serve those who served us. 

If you work in real estate, lending, or simply care about supporting the veteran community, this is an event you don’t want to miss.

📍 Altamonte Springs | March 25 | 11:30–1:00
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and secure your seat.

Let’s strengthen our community and expand opportunities for veteran homeownership together. 🫡

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lunch-n-learn-va-home-loan

02/20/2026

🚀 Mission Ready: SUCCESS! 🇺🇸

Our Lunch & Learn was an incredible success — and the room was filled with purpose, heart, and powerful conversations.

A huge thank you to Jeff Rupp of Mission Control Automations for delivering real, actionable insights on how we can better serve military families while leveraging AI to work smarter, not harder. The strategies shared weren’t just about technology — they were about building systems with empathy, clarity, and intention.

From streamlining follow-ups to strengthening communication with relocating service members, this session reminded us why we do what we do.

When real estate professionals come together with a mission to serve, impact happens. 💙

Thank you to everyone who attended, connected, asked questions, and continues to support our military community.

Proud to be part of VAREP Central Florida — where service never stops.

02/14/2026

I love VAREP and what it stands for 🇺🇸🫡

Being with VAREP for almost 4 years starting as Education Director, to Vice President and now as CFL Chapter President in 2026!

Why?
I align with VAREP’s mission, I see the sacrifice of all VAREP Members and the impact made in the community for local Veteran and Military families.

2026🇺🇸 is an amazing year already!!
What is next…….donating a Mortgage free home in Oldsmar, FL area to a Veteran in need.

This is what I need you to do, share share share everywhere. Someone knows a disabled Veteran that needs a home.

INSTRUCTIONS are the Veteran must apply with VAREP National see below. Flyer in comment section

3 WAY TO SUBMIT YOUR INTEREST OR NOMINATE A VET:
Call or text 951-444-7365
E-mail to [email protected]
Online at www.HouseAVet.net

We are VAREP!
One Veteran at a Time

02/13/2026

🚨 Successful Event 🚨

Thank you to all that came to our AI Lunch & Learn, so much value from Jeff Rupp with Mission Control Automations! 🤖

All attendees left with an in pocket assistant to improve their business relations with the Military/Veteran community! 🇺🇸