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Wisconsin Welcomes Veterans

Offering unwavering support and recognition for Wisconsin veterans and their families for their invaluable contributions to our state and nation.

County/Tribal Veteran Service Officers
The state of Wisconsin has 72 County Veteran Service Officers (CVSOs) and 11 Tribal Veterans Service Officers (TVSOs) to assist veterans and their families with state and federal benefits and services. Find your CVSO/TVSO, as well as resources for CVSOs and TVSOs here.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Find resources here to learn about the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits and services, including healthcare, disability compensation, and education. The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) provides state-specific programs, while the VA manages federal benefits.

A Community United in Service and Support

View snapshots capturing our veterans’ unity and strength in action. Each photo reflects the bonds and resilience within our community.

Secretary Bond with Kevin Johnson, retired Bayfield CVSO
Sec Bond speaking at the American Legion and Auxiliary state conference in Green Bay 7.19.25
Secretary Bond visits with members at the Vets Day and Family Picnic at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at Union Grove – 7.12.2025
Secretary Bond joined the Lac du Flambeau Color Guard in carrying the Marine Corps Flag at the Bear River Pow Wow – July 13 2025
Red Cliff TVSO Dave Curran, Secretary Bond and VFW Post 8239 Commander Alan Butch Kuepfer – Red Cliff Pow Wow on 7.6.25
Secretary Bond tours the Center For Veterans Issues (CVI) in Milwaukee and is pictured with members of their board on May 8, 2025
WDVA Secretary James Bond at the Wisconsin County and Tribal Veteran Service Officers Association Conference in Superior, WI, on Monday, May 5, 2025.
WDVA Secretary James Bond gave remarks on WDVA updates and provided details about the Governor's 2025-27 state budget proposal benefitting veterans at the Wisconsin County and Tribal Veteran Service Officers Association Conference in Superior, WI, on Monday, May 5, 2025.
TVSOs visited the Wisconsin Veterans Homes and donated to their fellow veterans.
The Easter Bunny met with members at King.

A Legacy of Support

The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs was created in 1945 to consolidate separate veterans programs under one agency. Today, the WDVA provides grants and a variety of services to eligible Wisconsin veterans and their families.

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