Resource Directory

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Dallas-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.

Community-based VA Vet Center serving El Paso area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.

Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) serving Dallas, TX administer the Housing Choice Voucher used for HUD-VASH. Use HUD's official PHA contact list to find the right local PHA, request the veteran-priority waitlist, and confirm intake hours.

Veterans Treatment Court diversion option for justice-involved Houston veterans with eligible offenses. Combines court supervision with VA treatment, peer mentors, and wraparound services as an alternative to incarceration.

HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Killeen veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.

Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) serving Corpus Christi, TX administer the Housing Choice Voucher used for HUD-VASH. Use HUD's official PHA contact list to find the right local PHA, request the veteran-priority waitlist, and confirm intake hours.

Department of Labor American Job Center serving Dallas veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.

VA Regional Office and benefit-counselor lookup for veterans in San Antonio, TX. Confirm in-person hours, schedule a claims appointment, or find your nearest VBA benefits office.

Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for Houston-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.

Free civil legal help for San Antonio-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.

Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Fort Worth area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.

Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Fort Worth area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.

HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless San Antonio veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.

Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Houston area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.

Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Fort Worth-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to San Antonio-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.

Local HUD-funded Continuum of Care coordinated-entry intake for San Antonio-area veterans experiencing homelessness. CoCs route veterans to HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD transitional housing, and local nonprofit partners.

Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Killeen-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.

Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31, VR&E) services for service-connected Austin veterans pursuing employment, self-employment, or independent living. Tuition, fees, books, and a monthly subsistence allowance may be covered.

Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving El Paso-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Fort Worth, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

Department of Labor American Job Center serving Fort Worth veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.

Texas state veterans affairs office providing benefits counseling, claims assistance, and connections to state veteran programs.

Department of Labor American Job Center serving Austin veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.

Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the El Paso area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.

Self-service and pro bono discharge upgrade resources for Killeen veterans, including the VA's official application guide and matching with attorneys who handle BCMR/DRB cases.

American Legion Department of TX accredited service officer support for Austin-area veterans. Service officers help draft VA claims, gather evidence, and represent veterans through the appeals process at no cost.

American Legion Department of TX accredited service officer support for Fort Worth-area veterans. Service officers help draft VA claims, gather evidence, and represent veterans through the appeals process at no cost.

Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for El Paso area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.

Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Houston area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.

SSVF grantee outreach for very low-income veteran families in Austin who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. SSVF can fund rapid re-housing, temporary financial assistance, and case management.

Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Dallas area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.

Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Austin area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.

Department of Labor American Job Center serving Corpus Christi veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Dallas, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Killeen, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

Veterans Treatment Court diversion option for justice-involved Dallas veterans with eligible offenses. Combines court supervision with VA treatment, peer mentors, and wraparound services as an alternative to incarceration.

HUD-VASH (Housing & Urban Development - VA Supportive Housing) combines a Housing Choice Voucher with VA case management for homeless Dallas veterans. Apply through the local public housing authority and your nearest VA medical center.

Free civil legal help for Fort Worth-area veterans through Legal Services Corporation grantees and the Stateside Legal veteran-facing directory. Common matters include discharge upgrades, VA benefits appeals, family law, and housing.

Veterans Treatment Court diversion option for justice-involved Austin veterans with eligible offenses. Combines court supervision with VA treatment, peer mentors, and wraparound services as an alternative to incarceration.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Austin-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.

Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Killeen area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Houston-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.

Accredited county Veterans Service Officer for Corpus Christi area veterans. Free help filing VA disability, pension, dependency, and burial benefit claims. Walk-in and appointment hours vary by office; call before visiting.

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Houston area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.

Self-service and pro bono discharge upgrade resources for San Antonio veterans, including the VA's official application guide and matching with attorneys who handle BCMR/DRB cases.

Employment and training services for Texas veterans including job placement and career counseling.

VA Regional Office and benefit-counselor lookup for veterans in Houston, TX. Confirm in-person hours, schedule a claims appointment, or find your nearest VBA benefits office.

Community-based VA Vet Center serving San Antonio area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.

Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Dallas-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.