The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is asking for help in showing our appreciation to veterans for their service and sacrifice by sending Valentine’s Day cards to veterans living in WDVA facilities.

“In three years, we’ve been able to spread so much happiness because of the outpouring of support and love you all have shown,” said Secretary James Bond. “Thousands of folks from across the state and nation have taken the time to participate, and I’m excited to continue this tradition again this year.”

Since beginning this program in 2023, we have received over 80,000 Valentine’s Day cards for our members and veterans. This overwhelming response has allowed us to bring joy to our veterans homes in Chippewa Falls, King, and Union Grove, as well as to residents of our Veterans Housing and Recovery Program.

The valentines are hand-delivered by staff, including Secretary Bond, to the veterans, loved ones, and Gold Star families residing in our veterans facilities. To see pictures from last year’s visit of Secretary Bond at Union Grove delivering valentines, visit our album on Flickr.

Please ensure that you mail your cards by January 31, so we have them in time to distribute to all our facilities on February 14. We kindly request that you refrain from including candy, food, or snacks with these due to allergies or dietary restrictions.

Please send to:
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Attn: Veteran Valentines
PO Box 7843
Madison, WI 53707-7843

Photo credit: WDVA

Published on: Jan 6, 2026 at 7:45 am