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When you think of car donation, do you think of “junkers” or “old vehicles”? Although DAV does accept cars that are no longer running- we accept ALL types of vehicles – even deluxe cars. Here are some of the most interesting vehicles donated to DAV by patriotic and generous donors this past year:
Donning a red-and-blue wig and pants with a large American flag print, Caitlin Rulli found herself on a mission to finish the DAV 5K in Cincinnati last November.
That wasn’t initially the plan. Less than two months out from back surgery, Rulli would have been more than proud to...
Reality Show Shines a Light on Disabled Veterans
City Gate Entertainment announces the development of a new TV series with a fresh take on the home renovation genre called “American Homecoming”. American Homecoming is a Home Renovation reality series set in the vein of Fixer Upper, While You Wer...
When you inherit a home, you’re not only inheriting your loved one’s legacy but also taking on additional financial responsibilities. Between the mortgage, utilities, repairs, yard maintenance, property insurance and taxes, own...
I’m not much of a runner. The last race I did was back in elementary school when I still had boundless energy. These days, running is for getting to the next class or my internship. But DAV (Disabled American Veterans) gave me the opportunity to run for something greater than myself.
Last year, I participated in the annual...
It can happen. You bought a home or apartment building or plot of land, and suddenly it’s costing you more than it’s worth. Between the mortgage payments, property taxes, utility bills, and unexpected repairs, it’s time t...
If you’re like most people, car donation may seem a bit confusing. Many people wonder, “Who would want to donate their car to a charity instead of selling it?”
Typically, there are two main reasons behind someone's decision to donate. The first is a necessity (repairs may be too expensive). The se...
Help the brave men and women who served our country by donating any vehicle to DAV — plus you could even qualify for a tax deduction at the same time.
Donating is a great way to get rid of an old vehicle - cars, trucks, motorcycles, even RVs!
Danielle T. chose to donate her RV to DAV because, as she said, “Veteran...
When Hawaii resident Brian Moto signed documents naming DAV as a beneficiary of his estate, he felt like a rich man.
“I felt a sense of happiness,” said Moto, the son of wounded World War II Army veteran Kaoru Moto. “For the Moto family, Disabled American Veterans was an important organization.”
The el...
When Peter Kovach’s wife, Monica, was diagnosed with rapid early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, he knew she would no longer be able to drive the family van. Because the van holds treasured family moments of taking their daughter to school, horseback riding and music lessons, Peter wanted to donate their vehicle to support a worthy cause...
Oscar Olguin’s platoon was preparing for one of the biggest battles during the Iraq War. While pulling security for a vehicle that held some persons of interest, a suicide car bomber headed for his detail and detonated. During the explosion, Oscar lost part of his right leg.
As an amputee, he wondered what would become of his lif...
On Veterans Day in 2022, Hopewell Junior School embraced its chance to salute the 16.5 million veterans of our nation’s armed forces. In doing so, Hopewell students and faculty were among the first to pilot a national initiative to honor and support veterans forever changed in war.
Led by DAV (Disabled American Veterans), the pro...
Michael and Danielle Bernock were on a trip to celebrate their anniversary when they passed by DAV National Headquarters in Erlanger, Kentucky.
“As we were driving down the freeway, I noticed [it] and I said, ‘Look, look, look! ... There it is! That’s DAV,’” Michael said.
The Bernocks called and...
When Natalie White found her husband unresponsive the morning after his 41st birthday, she thought it was just another bump in what had been a very rough road. She assumed he’d wake up like he had before when something similar happened.
At 30-weeks pregnant with what she calls their miracle baby, White couldn’t fathom anyth...
Chris Jarvis was a Marine recruit in basic training when he heard about the 9/11 attacks.
“I was getting close to the end of a long obstacle course, and [our commanding officers] told us we’re going to war—the twin towers just got hit,” said Chris, who before that moment didn’t know what the twin towers we...
