Get Involved: Be a Dwyer Coalition Champion

Every great movement is carried by the strength of its people. At the Dwyer Coalition for Military Veterans & Families, our Champions are the hands and voices that extend Purpose, Honor, Dignity, and Respect across New York State.

Veterans and their families often carry unseen burdens. By stepping forward as a Champion, you help shine a light, open a door, and build the bridge that connects them to the care, support, and recognition they deserve.

This isn’t just volunteering. It’s a chance to be part of a legacy—to carry forward the mission of Joseph P. Dwyer and ensure that no Veteran or family walks alone.

Ways to Champion the Cause

Advocacy Partners:

Become a voice where it matters most. Advocacy Partners raise awareness and amplify our message so leaders and communities hear it loud and clear.
Share campaigns and calls-to-action with your networks.
Attend or support Dwyer Day and other legislative efforts.
Keep the conversation alive in your community, reminding others that Veterans and families cannot be forgotten.

Community Connectors:

bring the Coalition’s spirit into neighborhoods, workplaces, and gatherings.
share flyers, stories, and resources with your community.
Help connect Veterans and families with local Dwyer programs.
Spark conversations that break down stigma and inspire hope.

Event Supporters:

are where the mission comes alive. Event Supporters help create spaces where Veterans and families feel seen, valued, and celebrated.
Assist with registration, set-up, and community engagement.
Be a welcoming face for those attending retreats, conferences, and statewide gatherings.
Capture and share the energy of these moments to inspire others.

Why It Matters

Every hour a Champion gives back, it becomes part of a bigger story:
A Veteran who finds connections and resources, finds a new path to existing.
A family member who feels less alone, now feel heard and seen.
A legislator who understands why supporting legislation that positively affect the community, understands how their support impacts the lives of others.