Veterans Committee Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce

02/12/2026

All Candidates Forum on February 12th at 6pm sponsored by Tyler Organization of Men and NAACP

02/12/2026

FREE week of sleepaway camp for military-connected kids/teens
https://www.militaryfamily.org/state-of-the-military-family-programs/operation-purple/operation-purple-camp/

💜Applications are now OPEN for 2026 Operation Purple® Camp!💜

Operation Purple Camp is a chance for military-connected kids/teens to experience a FREE week of sleepaway camp full of adventure, new friendships and experiences created just for kids like them!

💜Learn more and apply today: https://www.militaryfamily.org/state-of-the-military-family-programs/operation-purple/operation-purple-camp/


Powered in Part by Wounded Warrior Project

02/10/2026

Women’s History Month program on March 31st sponsored by the League of Women Voters - Tyler Smith County

02/09/2026

Texas Veterans Land Board Valentines for Vets Program

💞Show your love for a Veteran this Valentine's Day by participating in the Texas Veterans Land Board Valentines for Vets Program and sending a card or a note to a Veteran in one of our ten (10) Texas State Veterans Homes.

It's a meaningful way to show a Veteran they are remembered, appreciated and loved.

👉You can find all the details, including mailing addresses here: https://ow.ly/FSBi50Y3Uwg

02/07/2026

Financial assistance for women veterans

We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of our WINGS (Women’s Immediate Needs & Grant Services) Micro-Grant Program.

We know that many of our sisters-in-arms face sudden, "gap" financial hurdles - whether it’s a lack of funds for weekly groceries or an overdue utility bill. WINGS is designed to provide quick-turnaround, small-scale financial assistance to bridge these gaps. This program is about more than just money; it’s about providing the stability needed to stay on the path to success.

Apply for assistance: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeT-gM5EIUxGkIQAX6TkVI21rQlUJMMRIDTwf-AwuY2YQZD1Q/viewform

Help us fund this program: https://www.servicewomensactionnetwork.org/donate

02/05/2026

Virtual meeting of Female Warrior Group this Thursday, February 5th, at 6:00 PM.

Registration is required

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/W3bfZl4NQGefVkHNrCYTyQ

You are not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself.

We invite you to join us for the second meeting of our Female Warrior Group this Thursday, February 5th, at 6:00 PM. This group is intentionally designed as a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where female Veterans can connect, be heard, and support one another alongside women who truly understand the unique challenges of military service.

Whether this is your first time joining or you attended our initial meeting, your presence matters. Every story, every voice, and every shared experience strengthens this community.

Registration is required and may be completed at any time using the link below. Once registered, participants will be approved and admitted from the waiting room when the meeting begins.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/W3bfZl4NQGefVkHNrCYTyQ

We look forward to welcoming you and continuing to build this powerful community together.

02/01/2026

Vicky Boone Casting is currently looking for military service members for a feature film shooting in Texas in 2026. No acting experience required!

Who They Are Looking For:
Military service members or veterans, ages 20-50, skydiving experience a plus but not required.

✉️Details:
Film Title: Parachute
SAG AFTRA Feature Film
Filming Spring/Summer 2026
Location: Central Texas
Casting Directors: Vicky Boone & Liz Kelley

Please email [email protected], and include:
*Name
*Contact Number
*Age
*City you live in
*Two recent photos (one close-up & one full body)
*Tell us a little bit about what being a veteran means to you
*Do you have any experience with skydiving or other high-adrenaline activities?
*Please use the subject line: Parachute – Veteran

01/27/2026

January 27th is Vietnam Peace Day, and is observed annually to commemorate the signing of the Paris Peace Accords in 1973, which officially ended direct U.S. military involvement in the Vietnam War. The agreement established a ceasefire, the withdrawal of American troops, and the release of prisoners of war.

We pause to remember and honor the men and women who served during the Vietnam War. We recognize their courage, sacrifice, and resilience—many of whom returned home quietly, without the recognition they deserved. Today is a reminder that peace is precious, freedom is costly, and service leaves a lasting imprint not only on those who serve, but on their families and communities as well.

The Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce Veterans Committee honors all Vietnam-era Veterans, remembers those who gave their lives, and extends our gratitude to those who continue to carry the legacy of service forward.

May we never forget.

May we continue to serve those who served.

01/26/2026

Benefits for surviving spouse, child or parent killed in the line of duty or the survivor of a Veteran who died from a service-related injury or illness

If you’re the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a service member who died in the line of duty, or the survivor of a Veteran who died from a service-related injury or illness, you may be able to get a tax-free monetary benefit called VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). Find out if you can get VA benefits or compensation by visiting: https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/survivor-compensation/dependency-indemnity-compensation/

01/21/2026

Welding Program for Veterans

⚙️ 2026 Welding Applications Open
Wounded Warriors Family Support is now accepting applications. First class starts March 2026.
🔥 Hands-on training 🔥 Veteran-focused 🔥 Limited spots
👉 Apply now wwfs.org

01/16/2026

Veterans Benefit Fair in Gilmer, TX