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Kevin’s Story: “A Big Part of My Life Was Gone”
September 29, 2020
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Before Kevin left the military, pain from a back injury sidelined him from his duties as a Navy Chief Petty Officer. That pain ultimately cost him his military career.
Despite his injury, Kevin was proud of the success he achieved in the military. Returning to civilian life, he was determined to work his way back up the ladder. But the injuries and pain kept pushing his…
RALI Sponsorship Provides Substance Abuse Training for Volunteers
August 7, 2020
Get Involved | Veterans, Service Members, & Family | Volunteer Providers
The Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Oregon is teaming up with the Returning Veterans Project to address substance abuse throughout Oregon!
The Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Oregon is a community health coalition, with a focus on raising awareness of opioid addiction. RALI Oregon represents communities across the state that have been impacted by this crisis including employers, veterans, children, rural Oregonians, health care providers, and law enforcement.
RALI’s renewed support for…
May 5 is #GivingTuesdayNow
April 28, 2020
In this time of uncertainty, there’s a fundamental truth that gives us hope – that together we can do extraordinary things. On Tuesday, May 5, 2020 our communities are coming together to show the power of human connection and community for #GivingTuesdayNow.
#GivingTuesdayNow is a new global day of giving and unity that will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 – in addition to the regularly scheduled day of giving on Tuesday,…
Volunteers are the Heart of RVP!
April 14, 2020
Did you know that one-quarter of Americans volunteer every year? In both Oregon and Washington, the rates are actually even higher! Around one-third of Pacific Northwesterners are volunteering at a rate of about 36 volunteer hours per person, every year.
The Returning Veterans Project simply would not exist without the spirit of volunteerism that is thriving in our region. Our mental and physical health provider volunteers are the heart of RVP!…
CARES Act: Get More out of Giving
April 1, 2020
Updated January 5, 2021
The CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act) is the cherry on top when it comes to donating to your favorite 501(c)3 charities!
Why? Because the CARES Act has “expanded the charitable contribution deduction for both individual and corporate taxpayers” through 2021!
What does this mean for you? This is your chance to take advantage of an above-the-line tax deduction - up to $300 for individuals, and up to $600…
You Were Her Stepping Stone
February 27, 2020
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Letty Chichitonyolotli bravely volunteered to serve our country in the U.S. Navy. But like many women in the military, she suffered abuse and returned to civilian life feeling broken and alone. In despair and without support, Letty planned her own suicide.
Overcoming the DarknessConsumed by nightmares, anxiety, and paranoia, Letty had a plan to end her life. Getting care at the Department of Veterans Affairs wasn’t an option – she wasn’t…
