One of the privileges of working on behalf of veterans and their families is the opportunity to connect those in need with meaningful resources and support programs. Through our partnerships with the Florida Veterans Coalition and Cell Phones For Soldiers, we are proud to provide no-cost cell phones to low-income Clay County veterans and transitioning service members. Apply at: C AT&T Fusion 5G phones, One Year of Talk, Text, and Data at no-cost; $35 per month after first yea

Citizens of Clay County, Clay County is home to 30,000+ veterans and their families…but we still don’t have a permanent place where veterans can go to connect, get help, and support one another. That’s about to change. We’ve just released the Clay County Veterans Center CDBG Campaign Strategic Plan, and now it’s time to turn it into reality. https://www.clayveterans.com/_files/ugd/dfa82a_f8ad9027c35543d2b81eefaa9c866724.pdf 🎯 The Mission We are working to get a Clay County V

On March 28, 2026, hundreds of citizens gathered at the TAPS Monument in Green Cove Springs to honor the service and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans during a heartfelt Vietnam Veterans Day Ceremony. The event brought together veterans, families, community leaders, and supporters in a shared moment of remembrance and gratitude. Set against the backdrop of the monument, the ceremony served as both a tribute and a reflection, recognizing not only the courage of those who served du

On March 25, 2026, more than 80 veterans, family members, and community supporters gathered at Club Continental in Orange Park to observe National Medal of Honor Day, a time set aside to reflect on the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of our nation’s highest-decorated service members. The morning began with a warm and welcoming atmosphere as attendees shared a full breakfast together, creating space for connection and reflection. Master of Ceremonies Jaime Quiñones, US Nav

Jessica Polvikoski, President, Clay Veterans, Inc. First, a little history. For me, being a founding member of the nonprofit Clay Veterans, Inc. began as an idea about giving back to Clay County veterans after I retired from Camp Blanding in 2019. I personally experienced the frustration of figuring out on my own how to submit a VA claim, where to find information about VA educational benefits, and generally, searching for who was responsible to "gather up" the information