Find Trusted the Helpers Already in Your Backyard.
VC RADAR · Veteran Resource Passport
Finding support should not require dozens of calls, disconnected lists, or knowing the right person. VC RADAR connects Veterans, service members, military families, caregivers, and survivors to vetted organizations and local support.
The Problem Isn’t Caring. It’s Connection
Choose Your Path
One network built to make local support easier to reach.
What is VC RADAR
VC Veteran Resource RADAR is Veterans Collaborative’s national resource network. It brings trusted Veteran- and military-connected organizations into one connected system so people can discover support, share what they need, and reach a clearer next step.
RADAR is more than a directory. It combines a vetted resource network, the Veteran Resource Passport, and human resource coordination when someone needs help navigating the options.
Search when you can. Ask for help when you need it.
Two Connected Components
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VC RADAR Resource Network
A vetted national network of organizations providing services, programs, benefits, and opportunities for Veteran and military-connected communities.
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Veteran Resource Passport & Resource Coordination
Warm handoffs and follow-up from Veterans Collaborative when you need help identifying the most relevant organizations or next steps.
Veteran Resource Passport
One starting point. Clearer next steps.
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Complete one secure form with your priorities, location, and preferred way to connect.
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We look at your needs as a whole rather than reducing them to one service category.
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RADAR helps locate relevant organizations and services based on what you shared.
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When appropriate, we help make connections and follow up so you are not left with another wish list.
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Veteran Resource Passport offers a self guided brain health check in as part of our Heads Up Vet for undiagnosed head trauma initiative.
Utilize the check in to start the conversations with your provider.
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Your information is reviewed within 72 hours by a member of our Community Engagement Team.
You decide how you would like to connect and the information you would like shared with Partner resources.
Veterans Collaborative respects your privacy and values your trust. We do not sell your data.
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RADAR is not an emergency or crisis-response service.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you are in crisis, call 988 and press 1 or text 838255.
For Organizations
Help make trusted local support easier to find.
RADAR brings nonprofit, public, and community-based organizations into a connected resource network. Participating organizations help improve the accuracy, visibility, and accessibility of Veteran and military-connected support.
Know a resource the community should see? Recommend them to RADAR.
A national network built around local access.
Access vital support down to your local zip code. Veterans are more than just beneficiaries of services, they are a vital part of the ecosystem.
50+
charitable initiatives supported
Network Reach:
1,800+
organizations in RADAR
22,941+
individuals directly served
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starting point
Shared infrastructure for stronger programs and communities.
RADAR Across Our Work
HEADS UP VET
Connects brain-health awareness and check-ins to trusted community resources and supportive pathways.
Veterans Interstate Network
Helps states and communities strengthen coordination through shared resource and referral infrastructure.
Veteran Resource Passport
Warm handoffs and follow-up when you need help identifying the most relevant organizations or next steps.
Answer concerns before they become barriers.
Frequently Asked Questions
We believe that local access changes everything—because those who served shouldn’t have to fight for support that meets them where they are.
Veterans Collaborative envisions a nation where every Veteran, service member, and military-connected family has equitable access to the resources, opportunities, and community support they need to thrive—locally and beyond.
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RADAR is not an emergency or crisis-response service.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you are in crisis, call 988 and press 1 or text 838255.
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The VC RADAR Resource Network is Veterans Collaborative's network of trusted community organizations serving Veterans, service members, military families, caregivers, and survivors.
Resources may include:
Housing
Food and basic needs
Employment
Benefits navigation
Financial assistance
Healthcare
Mental wellness
Brain health
Legal services
Transportation
Caregiver support
Family services
Education
Community programs
Volunteer opportunities
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One Form. Personalized Support.
With one secure submission, Veterans Collaborative can:
✓ Understand your needs
✓ Identify trusted local, regional, and national resources
✓ Connect you with organizations that may be able to help
✓ Provide opportunities for additional support, education, and community connections
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Veterans, Service members, families, caretakers, advocates, and survivors.
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No, our Mission Programs and Services are free.
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Our team reviews the Passport, and identifies services, resources, and support in your local community.
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No. Veterans Collaborative is an independent nonprofit organization and resource manager.
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Most people finish the form in just a few minutes.
You can expect a response within 72 hours. Full connection could take up to 3-7 business days on average.
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Absolutely.
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No.
Heads Up Vet Brain Health Check-In is completely optional.
Some Veterans and service members have experienced blast exposure, head injuries, repeated impacts, or other experiences that may affect brain health.
This brief educational check-in may help you identify additional brain health resources and support needs.
We invite you to learn more about Heads Up Vet here.
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RADAR organizations are vetted annually. Our team reaches out to resources for program and service updates, and we verify compliance through an IRS Tax Exemption search, OFAC, State registry search, and GuideStar.
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Visit RADAR Network and join or update your organization.
A Clearer Next Step Starts Here
You do not have to navigate alone.
Discover trusted resources through the Veteran Resource Passport.