August 14, 2026 3:30 a.m.
Veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their families are invited to attend the 2026 Veteran Benefit Expo, Oregon’s largest statewide veteran resource event, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 28th, in Douglas Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.
A release from The Department of Veterans’ Affairs said the event presented by the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs in partnership with the Oregon Lottery, will bring together more than 100 service providers and experts from federal, state, county, Tribal, nonprofit, educational and community organizations to help veterans learn about and access the benefits, services and opportunities they have earned through their military service.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect one-on-one with benefit specialists and resource providers offering information and assistance on topics including VA health care, disability claims, employment, education, housing, mental health, long-term care, recreation, emergency assistance and more.
Director of the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Dr. Nakeia Council Daniels said, “Navigating veteran benefits can sometimes feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be,” Daniels said. “Our Veteran Benefit Expo is designed to be a one-stop shop, making it easier for veterans and their families to get answers, discover new resources and connect with people who are ready to help. Whether you’ve been out of the military for six months or 60 years, we encourage you to come see what’s available to you.”
The release said since launching in 2015, the Veteran Benefit Expo has become ODVA’s signature annual outreach event, traveling to communities across Oregon to improve access to earned benefits while strengthening connections between veterans and the organizations that serve them.
The Oregon Lottery returns as the Expo’s presenting partner.
The Veteran Benefit Expo is free and open to the public. No registration is required to attend.
For additional information, visit:
www.expo.oregondva.com, or contact ODVA by email at LIC_INFO@odva.oregon.gov