AMVETS Department of Ohio

What AMVETS Department of Ohio does

AMVETS Department of Ohio is the Ohio state-level chapter of AMVETS (American Veterans), the nation's largest Congressionally-chartered veteran service organization, founded in 1944 and headquartered at 960 Checkrein Ave., Columbus, Ohio. The organization delivers advocacy, benefits navigation, and community programming to Ohio veterans through a distributed network of local posts organized into eight districts (1, 7, 9, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21) and a layered ecosystem of affiliated entities: Ohio AMVETS Charities, the Ohio AMVETS Service Foundation, the AMVETS Ohio Ladies Auxiliary, Sons of AMVETS Ohio, Ohio AMVET Riders, Ohio Sad Sacks, and Ohio Junior AMVETS. Its core programs include Department Service Officers for VA claims assistance, scholarships (via the Service Foundation), Americanism programs, ROTC / JROTC support, Special Olympics partnerships, addiction recovery peer support (Certified Peer Recovery Supporter at Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky), veterans treatment court advocacy, employment transition services, the incarcerated-veterans program at Marion County Correctional Institution through Post 42, and fundraising events (golf, cornhole, horseshoe tournaments, plus statewide 9/11 and Veterans Day commemorations).

The organization has no proprietary technology stack, software products, mobile applications, or APIs; its digital presence is limited to a Wix-hosted website, social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn), a weekly email newsletter, and a blog/news section. AMVETS Ohio does not generate revenue from technology; its revenue model combines recurring annual membership dues (set nationally, processed via the AMVETS National Membership Center), voluntary donations and charitable contributions (operated through Ohio AMVETS Charities), and transaction-fee income from traditional and electronic instant bingo and video raffle machines permitted under Ohio legislation effective April 1, 2022. Customer segments served include all eras of Ohio veterans, family members, veterans in recovery, and incarcerated veterans, with go-to-market executed through community-led membership acquisition, word-of-mouth veteran networks, and event-driven engagement.

Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven: members are acquired through local posts, veteran networks, and word-of-mouth referrals within the veteran community, supported by fundraising events (golf, cornhole, horseshoe tournaments), state-level programming, and partnerships with state agencies (ODVS, ODMHAS) and community organizations. Headquarters at 960 Checkrein Ave., Columbus, Ohio provides coordination, while eight districts operationalize regional delivery.

Name

AMVETS Department of Ohio

Legal name

AMVETS Department of Ohio

Website

https://ohamvets.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1944

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

AMVETS Department of Ohio is a Columbus-based non-profit state chapter of the largest Congressionally-chartered U.S. veteran service organization, delivering VA claims assistance, scholarships, addiction recovery support, and community programming to Ohio veterans through eight districts and a post network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Services

NAICS

Administration of Veterans' Affairs (92314), Administration of Veterans' Affairs (923140), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterans & Military Family Benefits Administration (BPAIAKAI)

Keywords

• Veteran services
• Membership programs
• Claims assistance
• Community advocacy
• Charitable fundraising

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus Junction

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Revenue generated from membership fees for veterans joining AMVETS at local posts. Members can join through the national membership center.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Voluntary donations from members, corporations, and the public to support AMVETS programs and services for veterans.
3. Electronic Charitable Gaming: Electronic instant bingo at veterans and fraternal locations, permitted under Ohio legislation effective April 1, 2022. Each location permitted to operate up to 10 electronic instant bingo devices.
4. Traditional Bingo and Raffles: Traditional instant bingo and video raffle machines operating at veteran and fraternal locations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AMVETS Department of Ohio is a non-profit veteran service organization that provides membership-based advocacy, benefits claims assistance through Department Service Officers, scholarship and Americanism programs, ROTC/JROTC support, addiction recovery support, community fundraising events, and charitable programs for veterans across Ohio. The organization operates through a network of local posts grouped into eight districts and partners with Ohio state agencies on veteran programs.

Product overview

AMVETS Department of Ohio is a veterans service organization that provides membership services, advocacy programs, and community resources for veterans. The organization offers Department Service Officers (DSO) for claims assistance, scholarship programs, ROTC/JROTC support, Special Olympics partnerships, Americanism programs, and hosts events including golf, cornhole, and horseshoe tournaments. Related entities include Ohio AMVETS Charities, Ohio AMVETS Service Foundation, AMVETS Ohio Ladies Auxiliary, Sons of AMVETS Ohio, and Ohio AMVET Riders. The organization does not offer commercial products or technology services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AMVETS Membership Veteran membership program providing access to AMVETS programs, advocacy, community events, and affiliate organization participation; members join through the National Membership Center and renew annually.
• Department Service Officers (DSO) Claims Assistance
• Scholarships Program Scholarship program administered by Ohio AMVETS Service Foundation for Ohio veterans and their families; awarded annually through the Ohio AMVETS Service Foundation.
• Americanism Program Americanism recognition program awarding student and community participants for demonstrated patriotism and civic engagement.
• ROTC/JROTC Support Program Program providing recognition, awards, and support to ROTC/JROTC cadets in Ohio schools.
• Special Olympics Partnership Partnership program supporting Ohio Special Olympics Summer Games through volunteer and sponsorship participation by AMVETS members.
• Certified Peer Recovery Supporter Service Peer-based recovery support service staffed at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky to assist veterans recovering from drug and alcohol addiction, particularly opioid abuse, through mentorship and connection to treatment resources.
• Incarcerated Veterans Program (AMVETS Post 42) Programs hosted by AMVETS Post 42 at Marion County Correctional Institution providing rehabilitation, therapy, and community-service projects for incarcerated veterans, including hand-sewn teddy bears distributed by first responders to children in crisis.
• Electronic Charitable Gaming (Instant Bingo and Video Raffles) Regulated electronic instant bingo and video raffle machines operated at veteran and fraternal locations in Ohio, licensed by the Ohio Attorney General's Office; revenue supports AMVETS veteran causes.
• AMVETS State Golf Tournament Annual fundraising golf tournament hosted by AMVETS Department of Ohio.
• Jeff Brown Cornhole Tournament Annual fundraising cornhole tournament hosted by AMVETS Department of Ohio.
• Horseshoe Tournament Annual fundraising horseshoe tournament hosted by AMVETS Department of Ohio.
• Veterans Treatment Courts Support Advocacy and support for Ohio Veterans Treatment Courts, which provide treatment-focused alternatives to incarceration for justice-involved veterans.
• Veteran Employment Support (River Walking Sticks Initiative) Employment and mental-health support initiative connecting veterans to job opportunities at the River Walking Sticks company, with associated donations to veteran-support organizations such as Save A Warrior and Faith Mission.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ohio AMVETS Charities donated $100,000 to AMVETS National Charities Family Service Center
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• AMVETS NationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMVETS Department of Ohio is the state-level arm of AMVETS, the nation's largest Congressionally-chartered veteran service organization. National headquarters provides guidance, programs, and support to the Ohio department.
• Ohio AMVETS CharitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated charitable organization that raises funds and provides support for Ohio veterans. Donated $100,000 to AMVETS National Charities Family Service Center.
• Ohio AMVETS Service FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides scholarships and service programs for Ohio veterans and their families.
• AMVETS Ohio Ladies AuxiliarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuxiliary organization supporting AMVETS programs and veteran families in Ohio.
• Sons of AMVETS OhiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization for sons of AMVETS members supporting veteran causes.
• Ohio AMVETS RiderscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMotorcycle riding group of AMVETS members supporting veteran causes.
• Ohio Department of Veterans Services (ODVS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState government agency partnering with AMVETS Ohio on veteran programs including the Certified Peer Recovery Supporter position.
• Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (ODMHAS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency partnering to create Certified Peer Recovery Supporter positions to support veterans in addiction recovery, particularly opioid abuse.
• Ohio Veterans Home in SanduskycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocation for the Certified Peer Recovery Supporter position supporting veterans in recovery.
• Ohio Veterans and Fraternal Charitable CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition working on electronic charitable gaming legislation and implementation for veterans and fraternal organizations.
• Ohio Attorney General's OfficemajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerResponsible for licensing and regulating electronic instant bingo systems and video raffle machines.
• Marion County Correctional InstitutioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHouses AMVETS Post 42, providing programs and community service opportunities for incarcerated veterans.
• Marion County Sheriff's OfficemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with AMVETS Post 42 to distribute teddy bears to first responders for children in crisis situations.
• Athens Post 76 Round Table OrganizationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative structure including AMVETS, Sons, Auxiliary, and Riders leadership meeting quarterly to coordinate events and community efforts.
• Lorain Veterans CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCouncil recognizing veteran achievements including AMVETS Post 47 Commander Mike Kachure as 2026 Veteran of the Year.
• Charlie Wishes for VeteransminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit based in Elyria providing practical support to veterans including yard cleanups and home repairs.
• JobsOhiomajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEconomic development organization promoting Ohio as a location for the new Air National Guard Cyber Warfare Wing at Mansfield.
• Mansfield Military Affairs CommitteemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal committee working to attract the new Cyber Warfare Wing mission to Mansfield Air National Guard Base.
• Richland Area Chamber & Economic DevelopmentmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered in the effort to bring the Air National Guard's first Cyber Warfare Wing to Mansfield.
• AMVETS National Charities Family Service CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational service center in Washington, PA receiving $100,000 donation from Ohio AMVETS Charities.
• Save A WarriorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSuicide prevention organization for veterans receiving donations from River Walking Sticks company initiative.
• Faith MissionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerColumbus-based organization receiving donations from River Walking Sticks company supporting veterans.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led disaster response organization. Not a direct dues-based competitor but competes for the same volunteer veteran base and donor pool in Ohio.

Direct peers

• Marine Corps League: Congressionally-chartered VSO with posts and detachments running veterans programs and charitable fundraising. Competes for membership and event-based donations within Ohio.
• Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA): National VSO with state-level chapters offering benefits assistance, advocacy, and community programs for veterans—an overlap in mission and fundraising pool with AMVETS Ohio.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) – Ohio Department: State-level Ohio chapter of a major Congressionally-chartered VSO. Competes directly with AMVETS Ohio for the same veteran membership, donations, charitable gaming revenue, and state agency partnerships across Ohio.
• Military Order of the Purple Heart: VSO serving combat-wounded veterans with chapters across Ohio providing benefits assistance, advocacy, and community programs—an adjacent function to AMVETS Ohio's DSO services.
• Disabled American Veterans (DAV) – Department of Ohio: Service-focused VSO that provides claims assistance, transportation, and benefits advocacy for Ohio veterans. Competes with AMVETS Ohio's Department Service Officer program.
• The American Legion – Department of Ohio: Another major Ohio-based VSO chapter running posts, scholarships, advocacy, and community programs for veterans. Operates the same membership and donations-driven funding model as AMVETS Ohio.

Broad incumbents

• Wounded Warrior Project: Large national VSO providing mental health, career, and benefits support to post-9/11 veterans. Competes with AMVETS Ohio for donor dollars and program mandates in the Ohio veteran services market.
• AMVETS National Headquarters: Parent organization of AMVETS Department of Ohio. Operates the national programs, membership center, and brands under which the Ohio chapter functions; provides the Congressionally-chartered authority and standards.

Others

• Ohio Department of Veterans Services (ODVS): State government agency partnering with AMVETS Ohio on veteran programs including the recovery supporter role. Not a competing VSO but a key counterparty that shapes which Ohio VSOs receive state support.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/ohioAMVETS
• Facebookfacebook.com/ohamvets
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/amvets-department-of-ohio
• Instagraminstagram.com/oh_amvets

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries7 records

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