Welcome!

Welcome to the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs. Our mission is to work on behalf of Wisconsin's veterans community — veterans, their families and their survivors — in recognition of their service and sacrifice to our state and nation.

MyWisVets

Apply for state veteran benefits online with the MyWisVets Portal.

Heroes Helping Heroes

Join our Wisconsin Veterans Homes team and honor Wisconsin's veterans. We have jobs available that match your skill set and interests. Apply today!

COVID-19 Update

Current information about COVID-19 and its affects on veterans programs, services, and resources in Wisconsin. Learn More

Veterans Crisis Line

The Veterans Crisis Line is a toll-free, confidential resource that connects veterans and their families to mental health resources.. Connect with the Crisis Line.

WDVA Sec. Kolar served as a guide during the 23rd Annual Talking Spirits event hosted by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum at Forest Hill Cemetery in Madison.

Secretary Kolar with leaders of DAV Wisconsin after receiving her ‘White Ribbon VA’ lapel pin which is a national call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Veterans Affairs by promoting a positive change in culture.

Members and staff at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at Chippewa Falls recently received COVID-19 vaccinations. We are proud to roll up our sleeves to keep our community safe

With safety in mind, some of the community areas at the Veterans Home at King have re-opened to members, and each nursing building has been taking turns visiting.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the UW Badgers Football Salute to Veterans tailgate and game.

Our staff with the WDVA Food Service work tirelessly every day to provide all the food for both the King and Union Grove Veterans Homes.

The Wisconsin Veterans Home at King is a beautiful campus during the fall.

News

Visit WDVA's Veterans Day website for videos and more!

Grant Application Period Open for Nonprofits that Assist, Train Veteran Entrepreneurs >>Read More...

WDVA Awarded $4.2 Million for Homeless Veteran Program>>Read More...

Events

NOW OPEN! Souvenirs of Service: The Things They Kept exhibit at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum
December 6, 2021 - Curator Conversations - Road to War in the Pacific: The 80th Anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor
December 10, 2021 - Virtual Drink & Draw at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum
December 14, 2021 - Wisconsin Veterans Museum Trivia Night
December 17, 2021 - Movie Night Virtual Discussion: Jarhead (2005) with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum