PRESS RELEASE
June 18, 2024
For Immediate Release
Veterans Legal Institute Awarded $75,000 Bob Woodruff Foundation Grant
Tustin, CA – Veterans Legal Institute (VLI) is honored to announce it has received a $75,000 grant from the Bob Woodruff Foundation. This significant funding will enhance VLI’s mission to provide free legal services to prevent homelessness among veterans in Southern California.
About the Bob Woodruff Foundation
Founded by journalist Bob Woodruff, who was severely injured by an IED explosion during a reporting trip to Iraq, the Bob Woodruff Foundation is dedicated to ensuring that veterans, service members, their families, and caregivers thrive long after they return home. This foundation supports programs that provide impactful resources and support to these individuals, addressing their unique needs and challenges.
Impact of the Grant
This generous grant will enable VLI to expand its efforts in preventing homelessness among veterans. VLI offers critical legal services that address housing issues, ensuring that veterans have the support they need to secure and maintain stable housing. By providing these essential services, VLI helps veterans navigate complex legal systems, access benefits, and protect their rights.
About Veterans Legal Institute
Veterans Legal Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal services to veterans facing barriers to housing, healthcare, education, and employment. VLI’s mission is to empower veterans and help them achieve self-sufficiency and an improved quality of life. Through partnerships with organizations like the Bob Woodruff Foundation, VLI can continue to make a significant impact in the lives of veterans and their families.