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Veteran Resource Fair Planned For Saturday In Delaware County
Delaware County veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families can learn about the various resources available to them.
SHARON HILL, PA β The Delaware County Office of Military and Veteran Affairs this weekend is hosting a resource fair for local veterans.
The Veterans Resource Fair will be held from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday at the First African Baptist Church in Sharon Hill.
This event is an opportunity to support Delaware County veterans, active-duty military personnel,
and their families by providing easy access to services, programs, and information, and underscores the countyβs dedication to ensuring that our veterans are respected, appreciated, and supported in tangible ways that reflect their invaluable contributions to our nation.
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Access to comprehensive resources can dramatically enhance the quality of life for veterans and active military members, impacting their mental and financial well-being.
"The success of last yearβs Veterans Resource Fair showed just how powerful it is when a community comes together to serve those whoβve served us," Col. Arthur L. Jenkins Jr., Director of the Delaware
County Office of Military and Veterans Affairs, said. "Weβre proud to build on that momentum in 2025, offering even more resources, support, and gratitude to our Veterans, active-duty personnel, and their families. Itβs not just about access to servicesβitβs about building a lasting network of care."
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Attendees can look forward to a variety of resources and services tailored to their needs.
The fair will also feature a complimentary lunch provided by Mission BBQ and a raffle.
Additionally, vouchers will be provided to veterans to use at Hillβs barbershop, in West Philadelphia, for a free haircut. Free parking is available to ensure accessibility for all.
The First African Baptist Church is located at 901 Clifton Ave. in Sharon Hill.
Vendors include:
- Alcoholics Anonymous
- Community Capacity Builders
- CompeerCORPS
- Department of
- Veterans Affairs Philadelphia Regional Office
- Early Leaning Resource Center 15
- Home Helpers
- Legal Aid of Southeastern PA
- PA DMVA
- Right at Home Main Line
- Savannah Care Simple Senior Solutions
- State Sen. Anthony Williams Office,
- State Rep. David M. Delloso
- Sufficient Enough Home Care Agency
- Sun East Federal Credit Union
- The Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA)
- Travis Manion Foundation
- Veterans Multi-Service Center
- Visiting Angels
- VMC (Veteran Multi-Service Center)
- Women Marines Association PA-2 Tun Tavern Marines
More vendors will be added through June 7.
Delaware County offices and departments on hand include:
- Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
- Delaware County Department of Human Services
- Delaware County Health Department
- Delaware County Libraries
- Delaware County Recorder of Deeds
- Delaware County Transportation Management Association.
Vendors and organizations that wish to participate. Register to participate online here.
For more information, contact Tierra Berry via email at berryt@co.delaware.pa.us or 610-891-4646.
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