Empowering Veterans Employment Assistance Initiative (EVEAI)
The Empowering Veterans Employment Assistance Initiative (EVEAI) supports homeless veterans by providing comprehensive employment services. Our mission is to empower veterans with the skills, resources, and support necessary for stable, long-term employment and self-sufficiency.
EVEAI aims to achieve a 70% employment rate among participants within the first year, ensure an 80% job retention rate for six months post-employment, and equip 90% of participants with new job-related skills through targeted training and workshops.
Employment Services: We collaborate with local businesses and employment agencies to create job placement opportunities and provide one-on-one career counseling to help veterans identify career goals and develop personalized job search plans. Additionally, apprenticeship and internship programs are developed with partner organizations.
FFHV establishes partnerships with local businesses to create job opportunities and apprenticeship programs, partners with community colleges and vocational schools for training programs, and collaborates with nonprofits and government agencies for complementary services like housing, healthcare, and legal aid.
Funding is sought through grants, donations, and fundraising events. Volunteer programs are also recruited to assist with training, mentorship, and other program activities.
EVEAI staff receive training on veteran-specific employment issues and support strategies. A case management system is implemented to track veteran progress and provide ongoing support.
Program effectiveness is measured through employment rates, job retention rates, and participant satisfaction. Feedback is regularly collected from participants and stakeholders to improve program offerings, and regular reports are prepared to demonstrate the program’s impact to stakeholders and funders.
Awareness campaigns are launched to reach veterans in need of employment assistance, and community outreach is conducted to engage with veteran communities, shelters, and other organizations to promote the initiative.
The program is adaptable, adjusting based on feedback and changing needs, and continually seeks innovative solutions to enhance employment prospects for veterans.
The Empowering Veterans Employment Assistance Initiative (EVEAI) is dedicated to providing homeless veterans with the tools and support they need to achieve stable, long-term employment. By addressing both immediate and long-term needs, EVEAI aims to foster self-sufficiency and enhance the quality of life for veterans.
Contact Information: Patrick A. Kelley
Founder and President, Foundation for Homeless Veterans
1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
Phone: (619) 663-9212
Email: pkelley@ffhv.org
