Bestselling creative team Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, and Brad Anderson are launching a new comic book series this week called Junkyard Joe. This explosive new story about a mysterious robot soldier will feature a special black and white edition to benefit veterans. Here is an exclusive interview with Geoff Johns and Gary Frank discussing the […]
It is with deep sorrow that Veterans Aid marks the death of HM The Queen. UK MOD © Crown copyright 2022 Queen Elizabeth, who ruled longer than any other monarch in British history, displayed an inspirational sense of duty and commitment. Her relationship with the Armed Forces began in 1945 when, as Princess Elizabeth, she joined […]
Veterans’ wellbeing was the subject under discussion when Shadow Minister for Veterans and Defence People, Rachel Hopkins MP, met CEO of Veterans Aid, Dr Hugh Milroy. The Labour MP for Luton South said afterwards, “It was very interesting to hear about Veteran’s Aid’s successful Welfare to Wellbeing© model and its focus on positive outcomes for […]
A 59-year-old ex-serviceman who spent much of the pandemic as an NHS vaccinator is celebrating his birthday by embarking on a 725km hike to raise funds for VA. Milos Stankovic is reprising a route he covered three years ago to challenge himself and attract donations to the charity he supports. He said, “I am throwing […]
Veterans Aid has been selected as the Master’s Charity for 2022/23 by the Merchant Taylors’ Company. CEO of VA Dr Hugh Milroy said, “We are delighted to have been honoured in this way and are mindful of the advantages that accompany being the Company’s chosen charity. Over the course of the year I am looking […]
Veterans Aid is to benefit from a unique transatlantic funding collaboration between two of the world’s top comic book creators. British illustrator Gary Frank and American-Lebanese writer Geoff Johns (the bestselling team behind Geiger, Superman: Secret Origin, Batman: Earth One, Doomsday Clock, and more) – are hard at work on their next event limited series […]
The President of the World Veterans Federation, Mr Dan Viggo Bergtun, paid a short visit to Veterans Aid’s London HQ and Operations Centre on May 24th, to meet staff and learn about the charity’s work. VA has been a member of the WVF since July 2019 but this was the President’s first visit. Mr Viggo […]
Veterans Aid and the City of London Police have joined forces to identify and support ex-servicemen and women who are at risk of becoming homeless. CEO of Veterans Aid Dr Hugh Milroy said, “This initiative is aimed at prevention. Nationwide there are very few genuine veterans sleeping rough, but we are not complacent and one day […]
Security specialist Damian Zielinski is taking on one of the toughest ultra-marathons in the world, The Ice Ultra, to raise funds and awareness for Veterans Aid. The race takes place from 10-14 February in Swedish Lapland, within the Arctic Circle. It is a 230km self-supported foot race through terrain ranging from ice forests to frozen […]
For yet another year, our kind-hearted supporters have ensured that Christmas at New Belvedere House is a time of warmth and goodwill. Our residents have been overwhelmed by our supporters’ kindness and generosity. Thank you to all of you – too numerous to mention – who donated gifts, food, money and your time! You have […]
