Raison d’Être: Our Mandate
The Governor’s Veterans Advisory Council (GVAC) serves as a vital conduit between those who serve and those who lead. Our core mission is to ensure that the unique needs, challenges, and perspectives of Vermont’s veterans and their families are heard at the highest levels of state government. By fostering a direct line of communication with the Governor, we work to refine state policy, enhance service delivery, and advocate for the well-being of all who have worn the uniform.
Our Initiatives
Community
We strengthen Vermont’s veteran community by fostering connection, honoring shared experiences, and promoting inclusive programs that enhance well-being and belonging.
Workforce development
We support Vermont veterans in building meaningful careers by connecting them with job training, employment resources, and pathways to professional growth in both public and private sectors.
Good Government
We promote good government by ensuring veterans’ voices are heard in policymaking, fostering transparency, and strengthening collaboration between veterans and public institutions across Vermont.
Education
We advocate for educational access and advancement for Vermont’s veterans, ensuring they have the resources, support, and opportunities to succeed in academic and vocational pursuits.
Members
The GVAC has fifteen voting members appointed by the governor to a two-year renewable term. Current and former GVAC members come from various communities throughout the state and ensure that Vermont remains a place where veterans are honored, supported, and empowered. Each member plays a vital role in guiding our mission and advancing meaningful change for the veteran community.
Veteran Resources in Vermont
We provide resources for Veterans to access the State and Federal services they are entitled to an advocate for Veterans on legislation that affects our Veteran community. To you understand what benefits and services are available for Vermont veterans
Vermont Veterans Fund
Managed by the Vermont Military Department, the Vermont Veterans Fund (VVF) is a dedicated resource sustained through direct contributions and a voluntary tax-deductible “check-off” on Vermont state income tax returns.
To ensure veteran interests remain at the forefront of the fund’s mission, three GVAC members serve directly on the VVF Committee.
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