Stop overlooking...
Portland's veterans embody resilience, yet many confront formidable obstacles—from mental health battles such as P.T.S.D. to the hardships of homelessness and unemployment. The transition from military to civilian life, fraught with its own unique set of challenges, calls for more than just acknowledgment; it demands actionable support and understanding from the community at large. Yet time keeps going and they seem to be overlooked. How can we allow them to suffer like this, it is enough to keep us awake through the night. They put their lives on the line and society put them out on the street.
Stop Overlooking Now
Their transition often includes confronting economic hardships. The skills and experiences gained in the military, invaluable on the battlefield, don't always translate seamlessly to civilian job markets. This mismatch can lead to prolonged periods of unemployment or underemployment, exacerbating the feeling of alienation and uselessness among veterans.
Homelessness stands as another stark reality for many. It's a multifaceted issue, intertwined with the aforementioned mental health challenges and economic instability. In Portland, as in many other cities, veterans disproportionately represent the homeless population, a somber reflection of the systemic failures to provide for those who have served.
We can do something about this...
The government's handling of veteran affairs has often been criticized for its lack of efficacy and empathy, leaving many veterans feeling abandoned by the very entity they served to protect. Despite numerous promises and legislative efforts aimed at improving veterans' lives, the reality is a stark contrast, characterized by bureaucratic red tape, underfunded programs, and insufficient support systems. This systemic neglect has not only exacerbated the struggles of reintegration into civilian life but also deepened the wounds of those who have already sacrificed so much. As citizens, it is imperative that we do not mirror this neglect. The moral fiber of our society is measured by how we treat our most vulnerable, including our veterans. We have a collective responsibility to fill the void left by governmental shortcomings, advocating for better policies, volunteering our time, and offering resources to support veteran organizations. It's our duty to stand in solidarity with our veterans, ensuring they receive the respect, care, and opportunities they rightfully deserve. Our engagement and activism can spark the change needed to ensure no veteran feels forsaken by their country or its people.
How we help- it's a start- but we have to start somewhere.
The goal of this site is to use the power of ecommerce, and the smart invintory practices our admins have to obtain merchandise we can sell , and use the fund from the proceeds of the sales to help veterans out. From helping the with a repair on their home they cannot afford to something as simple as providing fuel in their automobile, or even covering the costs of groceries for them, the desire to help them is there. The ecommerce store is how we will make it happen.
FAQ- How do you make money when you have cheap prices on products?
Right now, we have some talented admins that believe in this mission and work with wholesale sellers to buy products and gift them to the cause of this website's mission, we sell those items and collect the money and deploy it to veterans in need, and report back to you, our followers here with the results!