MVAA, Knights of Columbus partner to provide 95 care kits to veterans experiencing homelessness

LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) received and distributed more than 95 care kits of essential items for veterans experiencing homelessness from the Knights of Columbus (K of C) Fourth Degree Assembly 2982.

"We see immediate impact with these donations," said MVAA homeless veteran coordinator Cassie Smith. "Veterans feel seen, supported and reminded that they are not alone in their journey."

After hearing about the MVAA's efforts of collecting care kits for veterans experiencing homelessness, K of C funded and assembled more than 95 care kits. Smith then took the donations and delivered them to Volunteers of America for distribution.

Essential items in care kits may include:

• Travel-sized soap and shampoo
• Toiletry items
• Feminine hygiene products
• Clothing
• First aid supplies
• Blankets
• Bags or backpacks

"The Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree Assembly 2982 are men who have chosen to embrace our fourth principle of patriotism to reach out to veterans and active military," said K of C member Jim Sigmon. "We strive to embody the fact that one can be a faithful Catholic and citizen."

For more information on how you can help veterans experiencing homelessness, please contact Cassie Smith at [email protected].

Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency - The MVAA is the central coordinating agency, providing support, care advocacy and service to veterans and their families. As a state agency, MVAA works to identify and break down barriers veterans face in employment, education, health care and quality of life, to make Michigan a great place for veterans and their families to call home. More information about MVAA is available at Michigan.gov/MVAA or by reading our FY25 Annual Report.