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Military Affairs and Veterans Department (MAVD)
Who We Are
The Military Affairs and Veterans Department (MAVD) of the City of Jacksonville is dedicated to honoring and supporting Veterans, service members, and their famiiles. We provide free, compassionate, and comperhensive assistance to help Veterans navigate benefits, employment, housing, legal aid, and social services.
We believe in restoring dignity, empowering lives, and ensuring no Veteran is left behind.
How Can We Help
MAVD is your trusted resource for:
- VA Benefits & Claims Assistance - Get the benefits you've earned.
- Career & Employment Services - Job placement, resume support, and career counseling.
- Housing & Financial Assistance - Helping Veterans sercure Stable housing and Financial aid.
- Legal & Tax Services - Free legal guidance and tax filing assistance.
- Mental Health & Wellness Support - Referrals to counseling, PTSD support, and wellness programs.
- Family & Caregiver Support - Dedicated Services for spouses, caregivers, and dependents.
All services are provided at no cost.
Why Jacksonville?
As one of the most military-friendly cities in the nation, Jacksonville is committed to taking care of those who served. MAVD ensures Veterans and Miltiary Families receive the respect, support, and opportunities they deserve.
Need Assistance? We're Here for You.
Visit us: 117 W. Duval Street, Suite 175, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Call Us: (904) 255-5550
Email Us: Veteranservices@COJ.net
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Onward to Opportunity Program (O2O) Announce 2019 Cohorts
January 31, 2019
The Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) Tri-Base Jacksonville Onward to Opportunity Program (O2O) will be launching its 2019 Cohorts at Wounded Warrior Project with approximately 100 transitioning service members, guardsmen, reservists, veterans and military spouses seeking certifications in 17 IT, 6 Business and 1 Customer Excellence tracks. Certifications include Project Management, Human Resources and IT from entry level up to Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and now including Oracle and SAS Programming. This program covers the cost of the online training course work and certification exam. It is
COMPLETELY FREE of charge and an outstanding opportunity for our veterans and military families. For more information, please contact Tri-Base Jacksonville’s O2O Program Coordinator, Anthony Bush at
o2ojax@syr.edu.
Wreaths Across America in Atlantic Beach
December 13, 2025
Beaches Memorial Park
1500 Main Street
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
10:00 AM
Please join this community effort to honor our local Veterans. Sponsor a wreath today be be placed on a Veteran's grave on December 13 at Beaches Memorial Park.
Wreaths Across America at Jacksonville National Cemetery
December 13, 2025
Jacksonville National Cemetery
4083 Lannie Rd,
Jacksonville, FL 32218
10:30 am
You are invited to join Wreaths Across America Day at Jacksonville National Cemetery on December 13. All are welcome to come experience this wonderful tribute to our fallen service members.
ARMY NAVY WATCH PARTY
December 13, 2025
VyStar Ballpark
301 A Philip Randolph Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32202
2:00PM
Join the City of Jacksonville, the US Naval Academy Alumni Association - Jacksonville Chapter, and West Point Society of North Florida in celebrating one of the oldest rivalries in college football! Presented by the City of Jacksonville's Military Affairs and Veterans Department as part of the annual Celebration of Valor Observance.