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Veterans Miracle Center Erie
I can't disclose a lot of information at this point however more information coming soon in regards to what I believe is going to be an AWESOME charity event July 2-4th, 2026!..for those who work fri you might want to request day off😝🇺🇸
Yes I know..I wasn't going to being/running anymore events and just stroke checks lol however, as all of you know when it comes to Veterans and Bike/Car events they tug at my heart. Now before you post comments.. I am not running the event like I did with my ROLL-IN event😝 I am a corporate sponsor who will be assisting lol
It's going to be a celebration for America's 250th birthday 🇺🇸🎂and for our local Veterans🇺🇸.. There will be music, vendors bike and car shows or parade(not finalized yet but will include prizes), beer and wine booths , food trucks, fireworks and more!
We will be looking for specific and limited vendors, wine🍷, beer🍺, food🍴trucks and bands to play during the event( bands needed for the 7-3 date only & will be 2 hr sets and I will be looking for your best charity band price $$ if your band is chosen) . If you are interested in having a tent, food, beverage truck or play 🎼🎸for the event please post a generic post below on what food you serve, what type of music you play or vendors..what you will be selling and of course what dates and times of your availability. Please do not message me personally or directly wanting more information as I will be finalizing the music lineup very soon, and then we will be working on Vendors, Food & Beverage trucks Etc down the road. If you are chosen then we will be reaching out to you with more information etc.
I am also hoping 🙏❤️that my past sponsors, that have been so good in supporting me through out my ROLL-IN for Veterans events, will consider continuing to sponsors and support our local Veterans and America's 250th birthday with me! We will be sending out sponsorship letters in the near future however if you are interested in participating or sponsoring this great event.. feel free to reach out to me directly.
I would really appreciate it if everyone would pass the word around and share this post.💙
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Veterans Miracle Center Erie
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Master Trooper Jason R. Vindich: Apr. 5, 1975 - Jan. 25, 2026
Dear Patrol Family,
I come to you with a heavy heart today as I share the sad news of a current member’s passing. Master Trooper Jason R. Vindich of Troop E, District 5 (Surry County) was at home and off duty last night when he died after having an accident. Medical personnel responded to his residence and worked diligently, but unfortunately, he passed away from his injuries. The accident was not related to the winter weather we experienced over the weekend.
This undoubtedly is a shock to the family and friends of Master Trooper Vindich, the members of Troop E, District 5, and the entire Patrol Family.
Please keep the entire Vindich family and members of Troop E, District 5 in your prayers during this difficult time.
Warmest Regards,
Colonel Freddy L. Johnson, Jr.
The Erie Humane Society is proud to offer a grassroots initiative, the “Shelter to Service” program, by awarding a military veteran a highly trained service dog to provide support and companionship for their everyday life.
Veterans Miracle Center of Erie has been helping local veterans since 2014. Behind the scenes, John Kowalczyk and Chuck Turner have worked tirelessly to keep the operation rolling.
VMCE CONTINUES TO HELP LOCAL MILITARY VETERANS
But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God’s love abide in him?
We’re here for you with open arms, especially during these challenging times. We understand that many have been touched by hardship, and we want you to know that you’re not alone.
At the Veterans Miracle Center, our heartfelt mission is to support our Veterans and Military personnel by providing essential items for daily living. If you or someone you know, whether an individual or a veterans organization, is facing difficulties and could use our help, please reach out to us. You can call the center at 814-616-0140 and leave a message. Remember, leaving a message ensures that we can get back to you promptly.
We also opened up a new program called Ramps for Veterans. If you know of anyone that is in need please have them contact the center at 814-616-0140
Additionally, we’re excited to share that our GOOD 360 program is ready to assist other non-profit organizations in need. If you know of any, please spread the word that we are here to support and meet their needs during these times.
We’re here to help and just a call away, ready to support those who have given so much.
Please contact us here:
contact@vmcerie.org
814-616-0140
Veterans Miracle Center Erie's Mission
THE VMCE IS A TEAM EFFORT
It isn’t solely Veterans Miracle Center Erie assisting Veterans – local businesses, individuals, unions, non-profits and various Veteran organizations have joined hearts and hands to help provide basic life necessities to our men and women Veterans. Many are low income Veterans who are struggling to provide for their families, or are disabled and in need of someone to offer a helping hand.
IT IS GUIDANCE
Veterans needs can be overwhelming. It is time to do everything we can to alleviate the stress and pressure on our Veterans. By providing this help we believe we can lighten the load so many of them carry and offer guidance and assistance along the way.
IT IS PROVISION
Veterans Miracle Center Erie provides humanitarian aid to our struggling men and women Veterans in the form of new clothing, hygiene products, housewares and more. We also work with various Veterans organizations to assist the Veteran in need.
Need Help? This Is How It Works!
1. TO QUALIFY
To qualify for our program, Veterans must provide proof of Veteran status and have a demonstrated need. The VMCE qualification guidelines makes the effort to ensure that all materials given are benefiting actual Veterans who are in need. If you are a Veteran Service Organization or an accredited Service Officer and desire to volunteer time to help Veterans Miracle Center Erie qualify Veterans for our services, please contact us at 814-616-0140.
2. SERVICES & ELIGIBILITY
VMCE provides basic life necessities such as clothing, hygiene products, housewares and more to Homeless, at risk or low income Veterans in Erie, Crawford, and Venango counties.
Proof of Veteran status is required by providing any of the following:
Form DD-214
Military ID
VA ID
Documentation provided by the Erie VA Homeless Care Team
Proof of income
3. CONTACT VETERANS MIRACLE CENTER ERIE
An appointment is required to come to Veterans Miracle Center Erie. Once you have your proof of Veteran status or documentation from a referring Veteran organization, please contact us at 814-616-0140 to make your appointment.
4. YOUR APPOINTMENT AT VETERANS MIRACLE CENTER ERIE
During your appointment, we will review your need for basic necessities such as clothing, hygiene products, housewares and more. You will have the opportunity to share your journey with us and pick up the items you need the most from the Veterans Miracle Center Exchange – at no cost to you. YOU have already paid enough.
Volunteer
There are always opportunities for those who wish to donate either time, goods or money. Please consider giving generously so we can serve those who so selflessly served us with the most valuable gift of all – their lives. We appreciate everyone who is willing to give of their time for our vets as well as the poor and needy both here and around the world.
Volunteers are always welcome Mon-Fri 9 AM-2 PM.
Special volunteer nights are also available, and if you have a group that would like to come and volunteer we can set up a special time for you.
Please contact our office to set up a time to volunteer.
PERSONAL DONATIONS
IF DONATING BY CHECK
Please make checks payable to VMC and mail to:
VMC Erie
1573 West 39th St
Erie, PA 16509
814-616-0140
PLANS & EXPENSES
- Pay for ongoing expenses of our existing office space and storefront, a retail-style PX store.
- Locate 3,000 square feet of warehouse space needed to increase the storage capacity for furniture and additional household and clothing items for our veterans.
- Purchase a dock height box truck/liftgate for transportation of supplies from the warehouse to our storefront location. This vehicle will also help to ease the cost associate with delivery of incoming new products.
We wish to extend a hearty “Thank You” for our community’s continued support.
“All gave some – some gave all.”
To you, a Veteran of the United States Military, these are not mere words but a reality. To give yourself to defend and protect our nation cost you something – some paid the ultimate price, while others are left with broken bodies, a broken mind, or a broken heart. The toll that war takes on a man echos far beyond the battlefield. We recognize the price you’ve paid then and now, and we sincerely thank you. We thank you for what you’ve done for us, and now we’d like to give back to you.
Our service to you pales in comparison to the sacrifice you’ve made for the freedom we carry today, but it is our mission to see that Veterans and their families are recognized, cared for, and thriving.
Veterans Miracle Center Erie provides Veterans assistance in the form of basic life necessities such as clothing, hygiene products, housewares and more to Homeless, at risk or low income men and women Veterans in Erie, Crawford, and Venango counties. To qualify for VMCE services, Veterans must provide proof of Veteran status and have a demonstrated need. The products provided are new, and are provided at no cost to the Veteran.
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