VET 2 VET
- Sue Gold and Lynn White joined our meeting to explain the organization's purpose
- Volunteers are trained and matched with a veteran in need of companionship
- Volunteers also help with applying for VA benefits and referring to other appropriate programs
- During pandemic, in-person visits are not allowed - they receive phone calls and care packs
- An emergency fund has been created to help with unexpected bills such as furnace or car repairs
- Gift cards are distributed in $100 increments for groceries, fuel, and medication
- There are currently 68 veterans matched with a volunteer and 12 in process
- Most Vet 2 Vet participants should be aware of Honor Flight (and some have attended)
MISC UPDATES
- Brenda found thermometers on Amazon for $74.99
- Brian will contact Black Bear Medical for pricing
- We would like to encourage other Rotary clubs to participate in this project as well (might be motivational for them, and helpful for publicity)
- Conrad will check in with Seal Rock/Wardwell this weekend
- Conrad and Jim Godbout are going to Biddeford Second Congregational Church on Friday to assess the scope of work needed
- A charitable request form will be created for future donation requests - will be helpful to have paper trail for reporting/accounting
- Status of fuel funds is unclear, Conrad to check with Sue
Have a great weekend!
Thank you,
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