ORGANIZATION'S HISTORY AND OBJECTIVES

In the summer of 1988 an “ad hoc” committee was formed to organize a fund raising event to benefit the “Brandie Schieb Children’s Fund.” The event was called “evening with the Stars” and succeeded in raising over $25,000 to help the innocent victims of the Vietnam War who were born with birth defects caused by a parents exposure to Agent Orange while serving their country in Vietnam

A year later, the organizers of the committee decided to reorganize, incorporate and officially become known as the Veterans Who Care Committee, Inc. By-laws were adopted by the twelve charter members with Article I stating the purpose of the organization, that is
“To raise funds through a variety of means for the purpose of helping veterans or their families in need, and the funds raised to be distributed through appropriate charitable organizations or directly to the recipient of appropriate qualifications.”
The Committee members serve as the board of directors and determine the recipients for grants, and will, at times, remain non-political and independent from government agencies, political parties, religious groups and other veteran organizations.

There are a variety of issues and problems facing veterans today. Government agencies help those who meet their criteria and qualify for assistance, but others receive little or no help at all. This is where the Veterans Who Care Committee comes in. A veteran need only provide proof that he or she was honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States, and the veteran and/or family will qualify for assistance if the need is legitimate. We have and will continue to provide assistance to the children helped by the “Brandie Schieb Children’s Fund,” homeless veterans, disabled and unemployed veterans, those with medical problems with little or no insurance coverage, and to any veteran who, for whatever the reason, needs help.

Information regarding a veteran and/or family of a veteran who need assistance should be referred to the committee by calling (203) 723-5167 or writing the above address. Contributions to our veteran assistance programs are always welcome and should be made payable to: Vets Who Care. Donations are tax deductible (TAX ID# 06-1270862) under 501(c)(3) as a public charity.

We, The members of the Veterans Who Care Committee, Inc., are a group of concerned veterans whose sole purpose is to help our fellow veterans and their families who are in need.