Center for Veterans Issues

10/08/2026

★ TWO WEEKS TO GO! Connect. Collaborate. Serve. ★

Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 22 and join us for our first Veteran & Community Resource Expo in Fond du Lac!

📍 Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds & Expo Center
⏰ 2–6 PM
🎟️ Free admission | No registration required

Veterans, service members, community members, and families are invited to connect with local organizations, explore supportive services and resources, and meet employers with opportunities available.

📣 Help us reach more Veterans and families! Mark your calendar, plan to attend, and share this event with someone who could benefit.

This event is made possible through the collaboration of the Fond du Lac County Veterans Service Office, Moraine Park Technical College, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, and Center for Veterans Issues.

Interested in participating as a vendor?
Community partners, service providers, employers, and Veteran advocates can reserve a free vendor space at:
🔗 https://VeteranExpo26.eventbrite.com

Questions? Contact the Fond du Lac County Veteran Services Office at 920-929-3117.

10/07/2026

We’re proud to celebrate three of our leaders selected as 2027 Wisconsin Titan 100 honorees:

★ Gregory E. Fritsch , President
★ John Cornell, Board Chair
★ Chris Gantz, New Board Member

Congratulations on this recognition of your impact, dedication, and commitment to the Veterans and communities we serve.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Greg, John, and Chris, and in celebrating everyone making a meaningful difference across Wisconsin.

10/07/2026

Sponsor Spotlight: KOHLER

We’re honored to recognize Kohler as a National Defense Sponsor of the 2026 CVI Gala!

Kohler has been a valued partner to CVI for years and was recognized with CVI's 2023 Community Impact Award for its generous support of the Vets Place Central renovation and expansion. Their contribution brought high-quality Kohler fixtures to the private bathrooms in all 81 Veteran rooms and throughout the building, helping ensure these essential spaces are built for lasting use and reliability.

That investment matters. These thoughtfully designed spaces help create a dignified, welcoming environment where Veterans can focus on rebuilding their lives and moving toward greater independence.

We’re proud to celebrate Kohler’s enduring commitment to Veterans ★ from helping strengthen Vets Place Central to standing with us as a National Defense Sponsor of the 2026 CVI Gala. Their continued partnership helps move our mission forward in lasting and meaningful ways.

🎟️ The 2026 CVI Gala is approaching ★ reserve your seat now and join us for an impactful evening in support of Veterans.

📅 Saturday, November 14 | 📍 Potawatomi Hotel & Casino Event Center
https://www.cvivet.org/events/2026-cvi-gala/

10/06/2026

📬 The October CVI Connection is here!

Catch up on what’s happening at the Center for Veterans Issues, including new CVI leadership and board members, our Permanent Supportive Housing spotlight and Veteran success story, community partnerships, upcoming Gala news, and recent support for Veterans across Wisconsin.

👉 Read the October CVI Connection: https://bit.ly/CVI-Oct2026

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10/05/2026

🚨 Great news ★ the deadline has been extended! Thanks to the strong response, you now have until October 6 to order Harley-Davidson’s 2026 Veterans Day T-Shirt.

👕 $32 | Don’t miss your extra chance to order:
https://norscot.chipply.com/2026VeteransDayShirts/?isLanding=true
ℹ Select PTO-Center for Veterans Issues during checkout to support CVI!

🇺🇸 Proceeds benefit Veteran-serving organizations, including the Center for Veterans Issues.

A big thank you to Harley-Davidson Powertrain Operations in Menomonee Falls for supporting Veterans through this fundraiser and including CVI among the organizations receiving proceeds.

🇺🇸 Wear your support this Veterans Day!

Harley-Davidson’s 2026 Veterans Day T-Shirt is available now for $32, with proceeds benefiting several Veteran-serving organizations, including the Center for Veterans Issues (CVI).

A big thank you to Harley-Davidson Powertrain Operations in Menomonee Falls for making CVI part of this fundraiser and helping strengthen support for Veterans in our community.

⏰ Order by October 4 ★ while supplies last!
👕 Get yours here:
https://norscot.chipply.com/2026VeteransDayShirts/?isLanding=true

10/02/2026

🌱 October Program Spotlight: Permanent Supportive Housing

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on CVI’s Permanent Supportive Housing and the community Veterans are building at Veterans Garden.

This summer, Veterans living at Veterans Garden came together to plant and grow a vegetable garden while building skills, wellness, and connections along the way.

With guidance from Groundwork Milwaukee and yoga and volunteer support from Senses Yoga School, Veterans had opportunities to learn, move, reduce stress, and share in a sense of accomplishment.

It’s one more way Permanent Supportive Housing helps Veterans build stability, community, and independence. 💙

10/01/2026

🇺🇸 Wear your support this Veterans Day!

Harley-Davidson’s 2026 Veterans Day T-Shirt is available now for $32, with proceeds benefiting several Veteran-serving organizations, including the Center for Veterans Issues (CVI).

A big thank you to Harley-Davidson Powertrain Operations in Menomonee Falls for making CVI part of this fundraiser and helping strengthen support for Veterans in our community.

⏰ Order by October 4 ★ while supplies last!
👕 Get yours here:
https://norscot.chipply.com/2026VeteransDayShirts/?isLanding=true

10/01/2026

🇺🇸 Veterans, join us at the 2026 Racine County Veteran Stand Down!

CVI will be there connecting Veterans with services, resources, and support. The event brings together 50+ community resources covering housing, food assistance, mental health, VA benefits, employment, and more.

📅 Saturday, October 3 | 10 AM–2 PM
📍 Festival Hall Racine | 5 5th St., Racine
✅ Free event + free parking

Stop by, connect with CVI, and discover resources available to support you.

09/30/2026

✨ Be part of the impact.

Join us Saturday, November 14 for the 2026 CVI Gala and help CVI provide Veterans across Wisconsin with the added support, resources, and opportunities that can make a lasting difference.

Your support helps us go further for Veterans ★ beyond essential services and toward greater stability and independence.

🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to be part of it:
https://www.cvivet.org/events/2026-cvi-gala/

📍 Potawatomi Hotel & Casino Event Center | Milwaukee

09/30/2026

🇺🇸 Today’s the Day ★ CVI Job Fair!

Veterans, come explore your next opportunity today at Vets Place Central. Meet employers, make connections and learn about career opportunities across a variety of industries.

🎖️ 10–11 AM | Veterans Only
🤝 11 AM–2 PM | Open to the Public

📸 FREE professional headshots for Veterans, provided by Veterans Upward Bound.

💉 FREE flu & COVID-19 vaccinations for the public, provided by Walgreens

📍 3330 W. Wells St., Milwaukee

Bring your résumé, stop in and see where your next connection could lead!