Welcome
Welcome to The Veterans Coalition of Northwest Montana
Veterans Helping Veterans
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About Us
Mission Statement
The mission of the Veterans Coalition of Northwest Montana shall be to honor and serve the needs of military Veterans and their families.
Our Goal
Eradicate Veteran Suicide
The Solution
The Coalition will work towards eliminating suicide by:
*Identifying risk factors
*Build partnerships in the community
*Facilitating intervention by Veterans to help at-risk Veterans connect with community partners
*Coordinating and implementing suicide prevention trainings in the community specific to Veterans
*Motivating Veterans and the families of Veterans to participate in recreational, therapeutic, and economic activities in order to facilitate the healing process
*Advocate for the Veteran
Our Partners
Our Partners & Sponsors
Programs
Veterans For Veterans
Veterans For Veterans
Programs will include, but not be limited to:
· Providing veterans and their families with information about benefits and referrals to the Veterans Administration.
· Working in partnership with organizations in identifying at-risk veterans, specifically regarding suicide and post-traumatic stress (PTSD). The objective is to end veteran suicides in Montana and nationwide.
The Coalition will work towards eliminating suicide by:
· Identifying risk factors
· Facilitating intervention and assistance by veterans to help at-risk veterans connect with community partners
· Coordinating and implementing suicide prevention trainings in the community specific to Veterans
· Motivating veterans and the families of veterans to participate in recreational, therapeutic, and economic activities in order to facilitate the healing process
Veterans For Veterans
Veterans For Veterans
Veterans For Veterans
A vet is best understood by another vet. We are brothers and sisters that served and fought for a cause. That cause is liberty. It is America! There has never been a nation like this. As vets we must serve those that served and fight for those that fought. We must stand with military families for they have paid a very dear price. They too must be shown the respect and appreciation they deserve. They earned it many times over.
Only a small percent of mankind is able to call themselves Americans. Only a small portion of Americans have served to protect them. We must, and we will stand with them. This is the land where Old Glory waves and the eagle soars. This is where freedom’s bell rings out and Lady Liberty holds her torch so high. Yes, this America is an incredible gift from God. It is protected by those who serve. We will stand with them. That is the mission of the Veterans Coalition of Northwest Montana.
by Keith Ballard, Green Beret, Vietnam Vet
Veterans Helping Veterans
Announcement of Upcoming Events
Announcement of Upcoming Events
FACE TO FACE
To look deeply into another vet to discover their needs, desires, hopes, and potential.
SHOULDER TO SHOULDER
To not ever look down on another vet even to pull him up. To stand with him and beside him. We are unbreakable when we stand together.
BACK TO BACK
We look out for each other. Two warriors standing back to back in battle cannot be surprised by the enemy.
Announcement of Upcoming Events
Announcement of Upcoming Events
Announcement of Upcoming Events
Veterans Coalition of NorthWest Montana
Monthly Meetings
First Thursday of each month @ 1 pm
Location: Bigfork Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4042
Board of Directors
Legislative Resources
Legislative Resources
Mike Shepard, President (Veteran)
(406) 250-9806
Doug Gilbertson, Treasurer (Veteran)
(406) 253-3943
L.D. Gross, Secretary (Veteran)
406-250-4440
Mike Stone, Vice President (Veteran)
(406) 260-1954
Jim Higgins, Director (Veteran)
(406) 291-0356
Ron Wenzel, Director (Veteran)
757-777-5941
Doug Shanks, Director (Veteran)
dshanks@westernbuildingcenter.com
406-253-5002
Bill Austin, Director (Veteran)
302-463-3988
James Graham, Director (Veteran)
406-314-9777
Shana Bousquet, Executive Assistant
702-218-5456
Legislative Resources
Legislative Resources
Legislative Resources
Montana Legal Services Association
A law firm that empowers low-income people by providing legal information, advice and other services free of charge.
1535 Liberty Lane, Suite 110D, Missoula
406-543-8343
Helpline ( Mon-Fri (9am-1pm)
800-666-6899
Senator Steve Daines
Field Representatives: Ron Catlett
40 2nd St E Ste 211, Kalispell
406-257-3765
Senator Jon Tester
Field Representative: Chad Campbell
8 3rd St E, Kalispell
406-257-3360
U.S. Representative Matt Rosendale
Helena District Office
7 West 6th Avenue Suite 3B
Helena MT 59601
(406) 502-1435
U.S. Representative Ryan Zinke
Helena MT 59601
DONATE
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals. Your generous donation will fund our mission to eradicate Veteran suicide.
Please send donations to:
Veterans Coalition of Northwest Montana
P.O. Box 7266, Kalispell, Montana 59904
