Veterans Association of America, Inc.

What Veterans Association of America, Inc. does

Veterans Association of America, Inc. (VAA) is a federally certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit veterans service organization founded in 2001 and headquartered at 511 West 165th Street, New York, with a staff of 27. The organization serves current and former US military veterans across all branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard) along with their immediate family members, operating through a network of claimed satellite branches in every state of the continental United States. Access to services is gated by a $10 membership enrollment fee. VAA delivers seven core programs: Employment Outreach Services, Discharge Upgrades, Legal Services, Medical Services, Housing Services, Business Ownership, and Family Outreach Services, supplemented by a Disaster Response program (VAA Active in Disasters). Service delivery is human-led and case-managed — including paralegal/attorney support, medical assessments and VA referrals, housing case workers, and entrepreneurship training — with no proprietary technology platform; the only digital assets described are the public website (vetsaa.org), a multibriefs.com email newsletter, and the VetsNet donation portal. The organization is founder-led by Dr. Raphael K. Works (Board Chairman, CEO & Founder) and governed by a Board of Directors with credentials spanning clinical psychology, law (JD), business (MBA/DBA), military service, and public policy. VAA's revenue model is donation-driven: tax-deductible contributions from individuals, corporations, and philanthropic organizations; nominal $10 membership enrollment fees; government, state, local, and foundation grants; and corporate sponsorships. The organization also operates two wholly-owned subsidiaries — Veterans Development Initiatives, Inc. (VDI), a 501(c)(3) focused on energy-saving affordable housing for displaced veterans, and VAA Security, Inc., which offers 8-hour and 16-hour security guard certifications. Partnerships extend service reach into HUD, NYC HPD, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Institute for Family Health, the Riata Entrepreneurship Center at Oklahoma State University, Military.com Career Expo, and the Costco National Membership Program. No revenue figure, IRS Form 990 disclosure, or audited financials are surfaced in the available source data, and the organization has no public-facing API, mobile app, or AI/ML capability.

Name

Veterans Association of America, Inc.

Legal name

Veterans Association of America, Inc.

Website

https://vetsaa.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Veterans Association of America, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2001 that delivers legal, housing, employment, medical, discharge upgrade, business ownership, and family services to US veterans and their families across the continental United States through a $10 membership model and donation-based funding.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterans Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterans Affairs & Military Family Services (BPAIAHAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Veterans & Military-to-Civilian Transition Programs (EDAAAOAH)

Keywords

• Veteran support services
• Legal assistance for veterans
• Veteran housing services
• Veteran employment outreach
• Nonprofit veteran advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and philanthropic organizations. Accepts donations through VetsNet online portal, phone (800-590-2173), and mail. All donations are 100% tax deductible.
2. Membership Enrollment Fees: Veterans and their families pay a $10 enrollment fee to become members and access services including legal assistance, housing, employment, medical referrals, discharge upgrades, and business ownership support.
3. Government and Foundation Grants: Funding from government, state, local, public, individual, philanthropic, corporate, and private organizations to develop programming capabilities and provide essential services for veterans across the continental US.
4. Sponsors and Contributors: Corporate sponsorships and contributions from organizations supporting veteran causes. Includes collaboration with political constituents, clergy, and community leaders to establish funding vehicles.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Veterans Association of America, Inc. is a federally certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides legal assistance, housing, employment outreach, discharge upgrades, medical services, business ownership training, and family outreach services to U.S. military veterans and their families. Members enroll for a $10 fee and access a suite of case management, counseling, and referral services, supported by satellite branches across the continental United States.

Product overview

Veterans Association of America, Inc. is a federally certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit veterans service organization offering a portfolio of seven core service programs: Employment Outreach Services, Discharge Upgrades, Legal Services, Medical Services, Housing Services, Business Ownership, and Family Outreach Services. These programs are designed to help veterans with legal assistance, housing, employment, discharge upgrades, medical assistance, family outreach, and business ownership. The organization also operates two subsidiaries—Veterans Development Initiatives, Inc. (VDI) focused on affordable housing development, and VAA Security, Inc. providing security guard training. Additionally, the organization partners with Oklahoma State University's Veterans Entrepreneurship Program. The organization reaches veterans through satellite branches in every state and collaborates with government entities such as HUD, VA, and various state agencies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Employment Outreach Services Program that works with companies seeking to hire military veterans, providing skill assessment, educational training enhancement, job matching, and follow-up support to help transitioning veterans match employer requirements.
• Discharge Upgrades Service that assists service members in obtaining discharge upgrades by providing information and legal staff support to navigate the review process through regional VA offices.
• Legal Services Legal assistance program staffed by qualified paralegals and attorneys covering housing, employment, property disputes, intellectual property, UCMJ infractions, home ownership, wills, estate planning, power of attorney, medical malpractice, and support for incarcerated veterans.
• Medical Services Medical program providing assessments for TBI, PTSD, mental and emotional conditions, employability, substance abuse, and pain management, including testing, clinical assessments, referrals to VA Medical Centers, and therapeutic counseling delivered in compliance with HIPAA.
• Housing Services Housing initiative that provides referrals and case management for homeless veterans, those in shelters, or those transitioning from military service, with assigned housing case workers locating eligible accommodations.
• Business Ownership Entrepreneurship program offering symposiums, forums, and classes on business ownership, including identifying business opportunities, with dedicated business advisors helping veterans create proposals, set up financials, and understand contract negotiations.
• Family Outreach Services Family assistance program providing peer interaction, nutritional support, therapeutic counseling, behavioral intervention, substance-related disorder services, anger management, conflict resolution, and social and professional capacity building for veteran families.
• VAA Active in Disasters Disaster relief program providing critical skill sets in emergency management, facility operations, incident command, emergency preparedness, engineering services, retrofitting operations, medical services, and search and rescue.
• VAA Security, Inc. Training Subsidiary program providing detailed training for security guard and officer positions, offering 8-hour and 16-hour certifications for armed and unarmed security licenses for military veterans across the continental United States.
• Veterans Development Initiatives, Inc. (VDI) 501(c)(3) nonprofit subsidiary that builds, purchases, and renovates energy-saving supportive affordable housing for displaced veterans and their families through a nationwide initiative.

Quantifiable outcome

• 93.6% survey response rate from 5,000+ veterans on critical issues affecting their daily lives

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• Veterans Development Initiatives, Inc. (VDI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVDI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit subsidiary of the Veterans Association of America, Inc. that works to build, purchase, and renovate energy-saving supportive affordable housing for displaced veterans and their families. It establishes a nationwide initiative to promote family health and wellness through sustainable living conditions.
• VAA Security, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA subsidiary of the Veterans Association of America, Inc. that provides detailed training for security guards/officer openings throughout the continental US. Provides 8-hour and 16-hour security certifications for veterans seeking employment in the security field.
• Institute for Family HealthsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in placing Veteran Social Workers at Family Health Center locations in New York. Provides clinical and case management services to veteran patients and their families in addressing personal and environmental difficulties.
• Military.com Career ExposecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership providing employment opportunities for veterans. Over 80+ corporations participate in career expos held around the country where veterans can showcase their skills and connect with employers.
• Riata Entrepreneurship Center at Oklahoma State UniversitysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the Veterans Entrepreneurship Program (VEP) at Oklahoma State University. The program offers cutting-edge, experiential training in entrepreneurship and small business management to veterans, provided entirely free of charge including transportation, accommodations, courses, books, and materials.
• Costco National Membership ProgramminorGTM or Marketing PartnerExclusive Costco membership offer for all members of the Armed Forces, Veterans, and their families. Special membership pricing and discounts available to verified military members through Costco's sheerid.com validation platform.
• Coalition of Veteran Organizations (C.O.V.O.)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerThink tank organization created by several nonprofit Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) in collaboration with the former Chairman of Veterans Committee of the NYC Council. Established to determine, strategize, and create legislative bills directly impacting veterans.
• Veterans & Military Business Owners Association (VAMBOA)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership organization providing resources and advocacy for veteran-owned businesses. Dr. Works serves as a member to connect VAA with additional veteran business networks.
• New York City Mayor's Office of Veteran AffairssecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with the NYC Mayor's Office of Veteran Affairs on numerous Fleet Week activities under the direction of the late Michael J. Handy. Dr. Works received the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal for this work.
• Youth In Vision Ghana Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNot-for-profit organization co-founded by Crystal Nurse, Board Member, for the purpose of providing financial, educational, economic, and other aid to indigent at-risk youth in Ghana and Trinidad.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hire Heroes USA: Veteran-focused nonprofit providing free job search assistance, resume help, and corporate hiring events. Direct functional peer to VAA's Employment Outreach Services and Military.com Career Expo partnership.
• Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA): Post-9/11 VSO focused on policy advocacy, mental health, and transition support for newest generation of veterans. Closely comparable to VAA in employment, mental health, and family support service orientation.
• The Mission Continues: Nonprofit deploying veterans on community impact projects and leadership development. Comparable to VAA's employment, business ownership, and family outreach programming for post-service reintegration.
• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led humanitarian organization that deploys veterans in disaster response operations. Directly comparable to VAA's 'VAA Active in Disasters' program and veteran-skills-based service model.
• Disabled American Veterans (DAV): National congressionally chartered VSO providing benefits claims assistance, transition support, and caregiver programs to disabled veterans. Most direct functional peer to VAA's legal/discharge upgrade and benefits navigation services.

Broad incumbents

• Wounded Warrior Project: Largest post-9/11 VSO providing physical/mental health, career, and financial programs to injured veterans. Comparable to VAA's full-service veteran support model but operates at significantly greater scale and budget.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW): Long-standing congressionally chartered VSO providing advocacy, claims assistance, community programs, and benefits to veterans of overseas conflicts. Comparable to VAA's broad service portfolio and veteran advocacy mission.
• American Legion: Mass-membership congressionally chartered VSO for veterans, active duty, and families offering benefits assistance, youth programs, and community advocacy. Comparable to VAA in member-based service delivery and veteran family outreach.

Emerging players

• Student Veterans of America: Nonprofit supporting veterans in higher education through chapter networks, scholarships, and transition to civilian careers. Comparable to VAA in education, GI Bill navigation, and veteran transition support.
• USA Cares: Military and veteran nonprofit providing financial assistance, housing support, and career transition services. Comparable to VAA in housing case management, employment, and emergency assistance for veterans.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/veterans-association-of-america-inc.

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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