Honor. Empower. Support.
At Operation Hometown Heroes, our mission is to honor and empower military members, veterans, and their families by providing veteran support services that promote mental wellness, career transition, and community reintegration.
We are committed to ensuring that every service member, veteran, and family member, regardless of era, branch, or background, receives the respect, resources, and opportunities they deserve to thrive in civilian life.
How We Serve
We serve veterans, service members, and their families in Sangamon County, Illinois.
Mental Wellness
Resources and a listening ear for veterans and their families when it is needed most.
See veteran resourcesCareer Transition
Pathways that help service members and veterans move into civilian careers.
See job and training helpCommunity Reintegration
Connection and a strong sense of belonging after service, including community events such as Vetstock.
Learn about Vetstock 2026Financial Assistance
Short-term help for local veterans and families facing a hardship. Assistance is by application and is currently limited to Sangamon County residents.
How to applyInformation and Legislation Resources
A plain-language guide to the federal and Illinois laws and bills that affect veterans, with links to official trackers.
Read about veterans legislationVolunteering and Partnerships
Neighbors, businesses, and organizations can help through volunteering, sponsorship, and events.
Volunteer with usWho Leads Us
We are the founding members of Operation Hometown Heroes. Supporting veterans is personal for each of us, and you can read each of our stories on the Our Team page.
- Emily RiegerCo-President
- Connor PriorCo-President
- Sara PriorTreasurer
- Calvin BrewerSecretary
Giving and Taxes
Operation Hometown Heroes is a veterans’ organization described in section 501(c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code. We are not a 501(c)(3) charity.
Whether a gift to a veterans’ organization is tax-deductible depends on the organization and on your own situation, so we do not promise that any gift is deductible. Sponsorships that include recognition, booths, or other benefits may be treated differently from a simple donation. Please talk with your tax advisor.
If you need a receipt or an acknowledgment of your gift, email contact@operationhometownheroes.org.
Ways to Give
Donations and sponsorships are processed through Zeffy. Vetstock gifts can also be made on Venmo.
Get in Touch
Questions about how we are organized, our programs, or how to work with us? Email contact@operationhometownheroes.org and a member of our team will respond.
To inquire about membership in Operation Hometown Heroes, please reach out to us at the same address.
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