Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin

06/05/2026

🎒❤Thank you to the 8th graders at School for their generous donation of 16 care packages, pillows, and goodie bags for our homeless veterans. It means alot to us when schools support our veterans. Thank you so much for being Heroes to our Heroes!!❤🎒

06/03/2026

🎳❤Thank you so much to Edstrom Industries and Kristi Dangutis for another spectacular Burlington Bowl and for raising over $25,000!!! We would also like to thank Chapter 529 Modern Woodmen of America and Terry Casper for their generous donation of $2000 to contribute to the bowling fundraiser. Support like this in the community is what keeps us going! Thank you for being Heroes to our Heroes!!!!❤🎳

05/27/2026

🚨Recently we have had a number of our supporters express concern and confusion regarding Facebook posts made by another nonprofit. Due to the number of these concerns we felt it necessary to clarify the situation. Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin (VOW) is not affiliated with Ground Zero Veterans Outreach (GZVO) located in Union Grove. We are a separate nonprofit.

- Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin is located in the City of Racine.
- Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin has been a nonprofit, 501(c)3, since September of 2014.
- We are the home to the James A Peterson Tiny Home Village and the Veteran Market Place food pantry.
- We have run the 22 for 22 campaign for more than a year to help support Veterans mental health. You are able to donate at our offices or on our secure website https://vowvillages.com/donate-vow
- Our certified Peer Support Specialist, an Air Force Veteran, is on-site.
- Our Executive Director, an Army Veteran, has a Master’s in Social Work and is licensed by the State of Wisconsin.
- Our Program Director, an Army Veteran, has a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
- You can find a list of our Board of Directors on our website https://vowvillages.com/meet-our-staff-and-board
- Our Veteran Market Place food pantry, serves more than 850 Veterans each month.
- You can read about our staff on our website https://vowvillages.com/
- We assist all Veterans, Active Duty personnel, National Guard and Reservists. We require verification of Veteran status.
- We were named the Best Veteran Organization in Racine for 2026. (https://businessrate.com/report/2076832?geocatSerial=1437627983&scoreType=t90&monthStartDate=2026-annual)
- We have a Platinum rating on Candid.


Charity Watch website provides great information on donating and we encourage everyone to visit their website https://www.charitywatch.org/ . Their number one tip is to know your charity. No matter who you decide to donate to, whether it’s financial, goods and services, or volunteer time, please do your homework so you know who you are donating to. Feel free to contact use directly at 262-221-8350, at [email protected] , or through our website https://vowvillages.com/contact

Support Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin! Donate online, contribute to a Wishlist, or join the 22 For 22 program to help end veteran homelessness and su***de.

05/26/2026

🛒 Veteran Marketplace – Open Weekly! 🪖
Serving those who served.

Our Veteran Marketplace provides free groceries, hygiene items, and essential supplies to veterans in need.

🕒 Marketplace Hours:
📅 Tuesday: 10 AM – 4 PM
🗓 Wednesday: 12 PM - 5 PM
📅 Thursday: 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Located at Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin
📍 1609 Yout St, Racine, WI. 53404

🪖 What to Bring:
✔️ Military/Veteran ID (or DD-214)
✔️ Photo ID

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05/25/2026

Proud to represent today at the Racine Memorial Day Parade! Honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so we could enjoy our yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Forever in our thoughts and grateful for their sacrifices.

05/25/2026

🕊🎖On this Memorial Day, Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting the freedoms we enjoy will never be forgotten.

As we gather with family and friends today, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day and remember those who never made it home.

To the families carrying the loss of a loved one, we stand with you and honor their legacy alongside you.

May we never forget the cost of freedom.🎖🕊

05/24/2026

❤🛠Thank you to IBEW 430 for their generous donation of $2500!! It will help support our homeless and at risk veterans. Thank you for being Heroes to our Heroes!!!!🛠❤

05/23/2026

❤🍝We would like the thank American Legion Post 310 Racine, WI for the very generous donation of gift cards for our Veteran Marketplace. The $500 will go a long way in feeding veterans who really need it. Organizations like this is what keeps us going. Thank you for being a Hero to our Heroes!!❤🍛

05/22/2026