Over the past few months, Indy Warrior Partnership has been fully immersed in the Indy Veteran community, forging alliances at every opportunity! Here at IWP, we are hard chargers, and we want to get to know every veteran in our community in order to execute our organization’s mission with precision!

Momentum has been building over last month as our newest Outreach Specialist has started to assimilate in the veteran community here in Indy. Her mission: make connections, drink copious amounts of coffee, and remind our Hoosier warriors that IWP has their six. IWP has loved participating in conversational events this month, including the “Coffee with a Vet” group, “Two is Better than One” events, and at Schoolhouse 7 with Indy Vet to Vet.

IWP joined forces with the veterans of Eli Lilly to assemble care packages for those in need this Veteran's Day. While it was too icy outside to host their annual Lilly Army/Navy Flag Football Game, Eli Lilly moved the event inside serving lunch to their staff and honoring their veteran employees. Local community resources were brought in to assist veterans, veteran family members and caregivers and provide support.

At Indy Warrior Partnership (IWP), we believe that veterans and their families deserve strong support and real connection. Blue Star Families helps military families across the country, while we help veterans right here in Central Indiana; that’s why our partnership with Blue Star Families (BSF) means so much to us, as well as the community we serve. Together, we make sure veterans and their loved ones feel welcome, supported, and empowered.

Earlier this August, leaders and advocates from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C. for the 12th Annual Warrior Symposium, hosted by America’s Warrior Partnership. Held at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the event brought together a powerful mix of voices committed to improving the lives of veterans, and Indy Warrior Partnership (IWP) was proud to be among them.

Kirby Gray, a native of Indianapolis, dedicated 27 years to the U.S. Army and National Guard. He began his service in 1978 as a tanker and went on to master artillery, heavy and light vehicle mechanics, and mechanized infantry.

Being stuck in a cycle of poverty can feel like trying to climb a ladder with missing rungs. When you're actively trying to find a job but can't afford something as basic as gas to get to an interview, every opportunity feels just out of reach. It's not a lack of effort or ambition holding you back—it's the relentless reality of limited resources making even small steps forward seem impossible.

Indy Warrior Partnership honored the spirit of Memorial Day by giving back to the community in a special way: with a heartfelt tribute to...

Indy Warrior Partnership (IWP) recently received a generous donation from Hummingbird Charitable Foundation, founded by former Second...

On September 7, 2024, Dog Tags Bowling hosted the Commander's Cup Tournament, raising $2,500 for IWP.

IWP helps veterans connect with local organizations to give back.

Struggling after a move, Air Force veteran Brandon Carson found hope with IWP. Discover his inspiring journey!

IWP Team gets out in the community and provides a veteran with resources looking to get connected to her community

A post-9/11 vet and caretaker to his mother receives community support when they are suddenly forced to vacate their home.

IWP assists an elderly veteran after he was made aware of our work through a presentation at his long-term care facility.

Navy veteran working towards financial stability receives support to celebrate Easter safely with his children.

A veteran with an established relationship with IWP reached out to utilize his small business to help other veterans.

IWP provides housing support for previously homeless veteran in-between homes.

Veteran reached out to IWP for issues with their financial support grant to cover his basic needs.

When IWP received a call from a warrior inquiring about the home buying process, IWP wanted to ensure it was as easy as possible.