Welcome to the DAV Department of Wisconsin
SERVICE IS OUR FOCUS
DAV empowers veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity.
We provide free, professional assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining VA and other government benefits earned through service. We offer free rides to veterans who need help getting to and from VA medical appointments. We fight for the rights of wounded, injured and ill veterans on Capitol Hill in Washington DC and at the Capitol in Madison.
WE HAVE YOUR BACK
ADVOCACY & ACTION
DAV fights for the rights of ill and injured veterans on Capitol Hill and at the Capitol in Madison.
WOMEN VETERANS
Wisconsin DAV has a long history of treating women veterans with the respect and dignity they earned.
BENEFIT ASSISTANCE
One of DAV’s primary missions is to provide free, professional benefit assistance to veterans and their families.
RIDES & VOLUNTEERING
The easiest way to help is by donating to Disabled American Veterans. We also have volunteer opportunities.
Latest News
Video Highlights
91st Annual DAV Wisconsin Convention
Dennis Nixon, DAV National Commander, reflects on nearly one hundred years of veteran support and the critical role that Richard Marbes plays in the success of the organization.
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Triple amputee meets Army medic who saved his life in Vietnam
Had it not been for Dewey “Doc” Hayes, Army veteran Dennis Joyner’s life might have ended in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam on June 26, 1969. DAV was there as they met for the first time in 50 years.
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News Flash! It’s officially “Disabled American Veterans Day” for Winnebago County on September 25, 2020. Mark Harris, County Executive, with a stroke of his pen signed the proclamation. On hand to accept the proclamation was Rod Kalata, Commander Ray H. Fuller DAV Chapter 17 of Winnebago County. DAV was founded 100 years ago by World War One Soldiers in 1920. They are dedicated to providing service to Veterans, their families, survivors and the local community. DAV ensures that Veterans will experience lives of dignity and respect. Thank you County Executive Harris for issuing the proclamation! Together we make a difference in the lives of Veterans. DAV
Timeline PhotosWhole Health at the Tomah VA and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics would like to invite you to take part in VA Video Connect classes to enhance your life through developing your creative writing skills or by developing a new hobby through learning how to create coffee filter flowers or making plastic bag place mats. Get in touch with your creative side and join one of our classes.
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It’s out! DAV WI August Newsletter! Learn what’s happening with DAV in Wisconsin and at the National level with COVID-19 and more. conta.cc/2EghG8c