NABVETS is a nationally certified Veterans Service Organization, and a United States Department of Veteran Affairs Claims Representative. We provide personal advocacy on behalf of Veterans seeking assistance with claims and benefits. We are a global community with chapters across the United States and internationally.
We work in unity with the community to end homelessness, empower low-income and minority Veterans and provide services to disadvantaged youth. Our efforts are aimed at providing both transitional and permanent housing solutions for Veterans and their families. Through our comprehensive services, we offer a holistic approach to everything from health and housing support, economic assistance, rehabilitation, and education and training.
We are passionate about preserving the historical contributions of minority Veterans and commemorating their legacies. We amplify the voice of those often unheard, advocating for the needs of homeless and economically challenged Veterans. Moreover, we’re committed to assisting incarcerated Veterans and those reintegrating into society with holistic wrap around services.
On an ongoing basis, the National Association for Black Veterans, Inc. (NABVETS), will provide strategic advocacy for its membership with Congress and Federal administrations; State administrations; County and City legislators; and other agencies and organizations.
NABVETS will provide personal advocacy for “ALL” Veterans seeking claims against the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and foster community development by creating positive lifestyles for Veterans and their families. NABVETS will generate and preserve the historical record for minority Veterans.
NABVETS envisions a future where it is the premier professional organization representing the interests of Black Veterans worldwide. Our goal is to reach 50 percent of the National and International Black Veteran population as our membership base; establish Region, State, and City Chapters with a population exceeding 250,000.
We strive to connect with younger active duty and Veterans who have recently separated from the military. Serving “ALL” Veterans and their families, primarily low-income Veterans, is our utmost priority. To achieve this, we will obtain sufficient revenue and generate income for operations to meet NABVET’s members’ needs.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR BLACK VETERANS, INC.
NABVETS, Inc. had its beginning as The Interested Veterans of the Central City (IVOCC), a community-based organization founded in 1969 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by seven returning Vietnam combat veterans. The organization was formed to address issues facing Vietnam veterans in the inner city, such as unemployment, inadequate housing, and difficulties in accessing healthcare. They formed to address the marginalization of Black Veterans and the challenges they faced with getting their benefits and services.
In 1973, IVOCC reorganized to become a membership service organization with the charge to address issues concerning Black and other minority veterans. In 1998, NABVETS, Inc. became a National Veterans Service Organization (VSO), certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and chartered by the U.S. Congress to represent veterans filing claims for their benefits through their Veteran Service Officers (VSO). NABVETS became the first and only Black Organization chartered by Congress.
NABVETS has over 100 chapters, that include Puerto and the Dominican Republic.
Our mission is to provide unparalleled assistance to Veterans. This fundamental principle drives our pursuit of excellence and success in the lives of those we serve.
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