Operation Rising Spirit encourages
letters of support to Illinois Veterans during the Holiday Season
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[December 02, 2022]
The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA)
today launched the 2022 "Operation Rising Spirit," campaign
encouraging service organizations, schools, communities, and
individuals to write letters of appreciation and support to veterans
residing at the state veterans' homes in Anna, Chicago, LaSalle,
Manteno, and Quincy.
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“Hundreds of letters were sent to veterans in our
five residential homes last holiday season bringing so much joy to
the homes,” said Director Terry Prince. “Operation Rising Spirit is
a wonderful volunteer opportunity for organizations, schools,
families and individuals to spread cheer to our veterans.”
To participate, notes may be sent directly to the Illinois
Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Letters will be disseminated
equally to the five homes:
The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Central Office
833 South Spring Street
P.O. Box 19432
Springfield, IL 62794-9432
Notes may also be sent directly through the IDVA website:
https://www2.illinois.
gov/veterans/services%20benefits/
homes/Pages/send-a-note.aspx
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Operation Rising Spirit was launched in 2020 during
the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to support residents who were
unable to visit with family and friends. The successful campaign
encouraged veterans and facilitated their connection with the
community.
[Illinois Office of Communication and
Information]
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