California · Care Packages for Hospitalized Veterans Funding
Fund Care Packages for Hospitalized Veterans for California veterans
Comfort packages delivered to veterans on extended stays at VA Medical Centers and inpatient mental-health units. Coordinated with VA Voluntary Service. Average package: $40. Restricted gifts to California veteran impact accepted under our Gift Acceptance Policy.
California Funding Ask
$5,000–$100,000 for California care packages
California VAMCs serve thousands of inpatient veterans annually. $5,000 funds ~125 packages delivered to California VAMCs over 1-2 quarters. $25,000 funds 600 packages quarterly + delivery to 4 California-area VAMCs. $100,000 funds a 12-month California program at all major regional VAMCs.
A California veteran admitted to a VA Medical Center for extended care often loses contact with friends and family. Post-discharge suicide risk peaks at week 4. Care packages communicate: someone outside knows you are here.
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Verified veteran-aid resources we maintain in California
For complete program details (sourced statistics, program model, full FAQ, all funding levels), see the parent page Care Packages for Hospitalized Veterans.