Recreation Resources
- U.S. National Parks
- free lifetime Military Pass
- Ohio State Parks
- free or discounted camping
- Toledo Zoo
- free admission for military personnel and $1 off for immediate family
- Ohio Hunting Licenses
- free hunting license, fur taker permit, either-sex deer permit, spring or fall turkey permit, and an Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp endorsement
- for holders of a veteran's plate displaying the international wheelchair symbol
- Ohio Fishing License
- free license for holders of veteran license plates displaying the international wheelchair symbol and certain veterans who are permanently disabled
- Ohio Boating Registration
- Miles 2 Freedom
- multi-day cycling adventures w/ gear provided
- Toledo Walleye Military Appreciation Night
- Saturday, November 8
- Military Challenger Coin giveaway to allk active and former military personnel with an ID
Health and Wellness Services
- Mesothelioma Veterans Center
- provides legal assistance for veterans experiencing health issues after exposure to asbestos during military service
- Team RWB Toledo Chapter
- helping veterans lead healthier lives through fitness events, training, and programs
- Ohio Veterans Outdoors
- promoting veteran wellness through outdoor experiences and education
- Task Force 20
- providing health and fitness outlets for veterans dealing with symptoms of PTSD and depression
- Veteran’s Administration Outpatient Clinic
- outpatient services and care for Veterans
- prescription expense assistance, home health care, housing resources/information, legal assistance, caregiver support etc.
- serves Fulton, Henry, Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky, and Wood counties
- VA Medical Transportation Services (Lucas County Veterans Service Commission)
- transportation to and from scheduled VA medical appointments
- trip passes and TARTA bus passes
- Hero Discount Membership for Veterans and First Responders (YMCA of Greater Toledo)
- 15% discount for all active duty military, veterans, and first responders
Counseling and Mental Health Services
- Toledo Vet Center
- confidential help at no-cost to veterans, service members, and their fmailies
- counseling for depressions, PTSD, military sexual trauma, and more
- H.O.O.V.E.S
- Equine-Assisted Veteran Healing Programs
- 5 day healing intensives
- Guitars for Vets (Lucas County Veterans Service Commission)
- 10-week structured guitar instruction program
- also seeking instructors for the program
- Operation Cat Connect (Paws & Whiskers Cat Shelter)
- partnering with the Lucas County Veterans Services Commission to match cats in need of a loving home with veterans looking for companionship
- Ohio Heroes Program (Zepf Center)
- free counseling and support groups for Toledo Area front-line medical personnel and first responders
- First Responder Wellness Programs (Office of First Responder Wellness)
- programs to build resilience, increase awareness about risk factors and warning signs, talking with each other, and using healthy coping strategies
Financial, Legal, and Benefit Resources
- Brave Veteran
- assistance unlocking veteran benefits including home loans, auto insurance, VA and GI Bill benefits, cruises, Space-A flights and more
- Federal VA Benefit Assistance (Lucas County Veterans Services Commission)
- help navigating system with state and nationally trained and accredited Veterans Service Officers
- Financial Relief (Lucas County Veterans Services Commission)
- rental, mortgage, utility, auto, medical and other financial assistance
- Estate Arrangements (Lucas County Veterans Services Commission)
- assistance with estate and end of life care including VA Grave marker programs, National Cemetery burials, flags, Indigent burial program, and more
- Veteran Brief Legal Advice Clinic
- free walk-in clinic providing assistance with civil legal matters
- Disabled American Veterans, Department of Ohio
- supporting the rights and benefits of all veterans
- First Responders Program (Taylor Hyundai of Toledo)
- $500 additional bonus towards purchase or lease of a new and unused Hyundai vehicle (ends December 31, 2025)
- First Responder Appreciation Program (Brondes Ford Maumee)
- $500 dollars in Bonus Cash on a number of popular Ford models
Housing and Food
- Veteran Housing Support (Great Lakes Community Action Partnership)
- providing support to veterans who are homeless or facing homelessness through housing assistance and other services
- Veteran's Housing Rehabilitation Program (Family & Community Services Inc)
- home modifications and repairs for disabled veterans across Northeast Ohio
- M.A.S.H. Pantry and Resource Center
- the all-inclusive food pantry and resource center for veterans and military families throughout America
- Seagate Food Bank
- free food parcels from your on-site pantry of choice on a monthly basis or as needed
Education
- Education for veterans
- information and resources for Ohio veterans and their family members looking to further their education
- University of Toledo Military Service Center
- providing accessible education, degree completion opportunities, and customized support services
- TRIO Veterans Upward Bound at Owens Community College
- provides eligible veterans and active duty service members the necessary help and tools to enter a program of post-secondary education
Job Services
- Find a Military-Friendly Employer
- list of self-designated "military-friendly" employers via OhioMeans Jobs
- HIRE Vets Medallion Program
- certified list of Ohio military friendly employers (follows a set of specific veteran hiring program criteria)
- Military/Veteran Job Board
- jobs posted to Ohio AMVETS
Additional Resources
- Womens Veterans Initiative
- designed to address needs and advocate for military veterans who are women
- Ohio Veterans Collaborative
- bringing the military community together to help Ohio Veterans find success outside of the uniform
- resources for regional development, industry training, sustainable employment, and entrepreneurship
- Veteran Support Resources (Congresswomen Marcy Kaptur's office)
- request assistance with veteran's issues and browse resources
- Veterans Resources (Toledo Chamber of Commerce)
- a wide variety of resources for service members and their families
- Veteran Benefits Resources (Ohio Department of Veteran Services)
- resources about discounts, benefits, support networks, and more
- USO Ohio
- providing events, programs, and services to Ohio military and their families
- OhioCares Veterans Resources
- list of local resources for Ohio veteran collected by OhioCares
