Military Veteran Stand Down "With a Heart" — Marshall County

A Military Veteran Stand Down hosted by Goodwill Northern Indiana in Marshall County. Flyer notes hot meal, VA services, hygiene items, and Halloween-themed activities (costume welcome, trick-or-treat, fall art, Goodwill scarecrow photos). Bring DD214, Military ID, or VA Health Care Card for services offered by event partners.

Note: Event hosted by Goodwill Northern Indiana. HHHF attendance is not confirmed at this time — check back closer to the date. Questions about the event: Jill Powers · JPowers@Goodwill-NI.org · 574-472-7300 Ext. 8081.

Military Veteran Stand Down "With a Heart" — Porter County

A Military Veteran Stand Down hosted by Goodwill Northern Indiana, open to veterans and their families. Flyer notes hot meal, hygiene items, food, and VA services on site, with a brief POW/MIA recognition during opening ceremonies. HHHF will have a resource table on site — stop by to ask about Vision Forward accessible technology and community resource navigation. Bring DD214, Military ID, or VA Health Care Card for services offered by event partners.

Note: Event hosted by Goodwill Northern Indiana. HHHF is participating as a resource-table exhibitor, not a co-host or event partner. Questions about the event: Jill Powers · JPowers@Goodwill-NI.org · 574-472-7300 Ext. 8081.

La Porte County Business Expo — HHHF Booth 7

HHHF had a strong turnout at the La Porte County Business Expo, meeting local employers, educators, and community members at Booth 7. Lots of great conversations about Vision Forward, SCOUT workforce credentials, and the HHHF Corporate Scholarship at Indiana Tech. Thanks to everyone who stopped by.

Note: HHHF participated as a Booth 7 exhibitor only, not a co-host or event partner. Expo organized by LEAP, Michigan City Chamber of Commerce, and Westville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Vision Forward Presentation at the Michiana Military Support Network Meeting

Helping Hoosiers Heroes Foundation will present the Vision Forward Initiative to the Michiana Military Support Network. The presentation will explain HHHF’s accessible-technology distribution, recipient eligibility, hands-on training, safety and privacy safeguards, and referral opportunities for blind and low-vision U.S. veterans.

Note: HHHF’s participation was scheduled through Jill Powers of Goodwill Industries of Michiana. This is not a public Goodwill event or a Goodwill-sponsored Vision Forward demonstration. No public RSVP is available at this time.

Union Mills Mill Pond Festival — HHHF Outreach / Resource Table

HHHF operated an outreach and resource table at the Union Mills Mill Pond Festival, connecting with families across the region.

Amazon / New Carlisle Community Volunteer Event

HHHF connected with Amazon volunteers and community members. Amazon/AWS is a developing conversation, not a formal partner.

Assembly Church of God — Emergency Response Food Drive

HHHF volunteered at the Assembly Church of God food drive supporting emergency-response food delivery for community members in need.

Business Before Hours at Blue Chip Casino

HHHF attended Business Before Hours at Blue Chip Casino, building community and business relationships to expand referrals and support for Indiana veterans and first responders.

HealthLinc Southeast Community Outreach

HHHF participated in the HealthLinc Southeast Community Outreach in South Bend, sharing referral pathways with local families and community organizations.

National Night Out with Michigan City Police

HHHF joined the Michigan City Police Department and neighborhood partners for National Night Out, meeting community members and sharing resource information for veterans, first responders, and families.

Woodland East Apartments Community Outreach

HHHF conducted a community outreach visit at Woodland East Apartments in Michigan City, connecting with residents and sharing referral information.

Buffalo Wild Wings HHHF Outreach / Give-Back Night

A portion of dining proceeds supported HHHF programming. Thank you to Buffalo Wild Wings and the community turnout.

HealthLinc Valparaiso Resource Fair

HHHF participated in the HealthLinc Valparaiso Resource Fair, providing information on Vision Forward, SCOUT, and community resource navigation.

HHHF Beach Bash 4 Hoosiers Heroes

HHHF’s inaugural summer fundraiser bringing together local sponsors, families, and supporters. Thank you to everyone who stood with us.

HealthLinc Community Resource Fair

HHHF hosted an outreach table at the HealthLinc Community Resource Fair, providing veteran, first-responder, and family resource-navigation information.

La Porte Community Outreach — St. John’s Lutheran Church

HHHF joined the St. John’s Lutheran Church community outreach in La Porte, sharing resource information and connecting with local families and veterans.