Hudson Valley Veterans

The cafe on Broadway in Kingston made it a goal to take care of their Veteran community every day.

The Highland resident survived a gunshot wound to the head while at Iwo Jima, worked with James Gandolfini, and became a mentor for veterans in his 97 years of life.

There are many ways to help veterans. Volunteering, spreading the word about local veterans organizations and services, or taking part in one of the many fundraisers to help veterans.

Yellow Ribbon Day is held in honor of those serving in every and any branch of the military. And this Friday, April 9 is New York State Yellow Ribbon Day.

The Hudson Valley Center for Veteran Reintegration has started a petition in hopes that they, and other veteran organizations, will see funds that they were granted that are being withheld.

This Thursday, Hudson Valley Veterans Alliance along with MHA of Dutchess County and Vet2Vet will be trying to fill up Lucy, their Deuce and half truck, with non-perishable food items for Hudson Valley Veterans.

The American Legion Post 1758 is working to renovate the home of a Hudson Valley veteran who is currently in the hospital.