San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs earned $1,002,750 in state revenue generated by Veteran Services Officers (VSO) in claims filed for federal benefits for veterans and their families. The state grants 11 million dollars in revenue each fiscal year to be paid to all 58 counties on a pro-rata basis measured by county VSO office performance.
The department received notification from the California Association of County Veterans Service Officers (CACVSO), an organization of professional veteran’s advocates committed to an efficient system of services and advocacy to veterans, that they will be awarded the highest share of the $11 million among the 58 counties to help fund operations.
San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs Director Ralph Duarte remarks on the incredible achievement stating, “We are thrilled with our ongoing success and the positive impact we are making for veterans and their families. This is deeply meaningful to us, and we will continue to build on this success in the future.”
Veterans Affairs has consistently been ranked number one in revenue generated for veterans and their families.
San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs ensures veterans and their families receive the dignity and service they have earned by providing counseling, claims assistance, education, advocacy and outreach services that align with the Countywide Vision. For information about these and other services available to San Bernardino County’s veterans, please call our office toll-free at (866) 472-8387.
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