Volusia County Introduces Veterans Support Initiative

Posted On: May 21, 2025

The Volusia County Council unanimously approved the Volusia Values Veterans Program (V3P), a bold new initiative designed to transform the county into Florida's premier veteran-friendly community. Through a coordinated framework of services, recognition, and opportunities, the program aims to support the more than 50,000 veterans who call Volusia County. 

"Through V3P, we're building a coordinated support system that honors our veterans' service while addressing their real-world needs," explained Community Services Director Brad Burbaugh. "Volusia is the first county in the state to unveil such a comprehensive initiative addressing the needs of veterans."

The initiative includes targeted efforts to address veteran homelessness, mental health, and access to medical care. It will also feature dedicated parking at County facilities, countywide discounts on services, a special library card for veterans, a recognition program for veterans on Volusia County’s staff, and other benefits. 

Community partnerships will power the program’s impact. Four new homes will be built for veteran families in DeLand with West Volusia Habitat for Humanity. Through its Community Foundation, the United Way of Volusia-Flagler will launch a dedicated veterans support endowment. Firewatch will equip staff with suicide prevention training, and VetTix will offer free entertainment tickets to those who served. 

Volusia County’s longstanding support for veterans is well established – from Veterans Stand Down events and Thanksgiving food baskets to the recent unveiling of Veterans Memorial Plaza in Daytona Beach. In 2024 alone, the County’s Veterans Services Division assisted more than 16,000 veterans with claims for compensation, health care, training, and other benefits. Learn more about the division at https://volusia.org/veterans.