Resource & Benefits Fair
Garfield Park Community Center, Chicago
Connect with VA representatives, housing counselors, and mental health professionals all in one place.
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Chicago, Illinois
Rising Together.
Every Veteran Deserves a Home.
Veterans R.I.S.E. Initiative serves unhoused veterans across Chicago with dignity, resources, and community. You served us — now we stand with you.
Our Mission
"No veteran should face homelessness alone."
We believe every person who served this country deserves stable housing, community, and a path forward. Veterans R.I.S.E. Initiative works alongside Chicago's unhoused veterans — not above them — to connect people with resources, rebuild stability, and restore dignity.
Upcoming Events
Join us in the community. Every event is a step forward.
Community Meal & Outreach
Uptown Veterans Hub, Chicago
A warm meal and a warm welcome. Meet our team and learn about available support services.
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South Side Veterans Center, Chicago
Step-by-step guidance on applying for emergency housing, HUD-VASH vouchers, and transitional programs.
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Help Us Serve Those Who Served
Your donation directly funds free programs, resource fairs, peer support circles, and outreach events for unhoused veterans across Chicago. Every dollar makes a difference.
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We're here for you.
Reaching out takes courage. Whether you need housing resources, want to learn about our programs, or just need someone to talk to — we're ready to listen.