Give

Every gift keeps the doors open and free.

ETS runs on the generosity of people who believe no veteran should fight the return home alone. Choose how you want to help.

Ways to give

Four ways to make a difference.

Where your dollars go
  • SuppliesStock the free store with clothing, hygiene items, blankets, and more.
  • The VRECKeep the Resource & Empowerment Center — and its coffee bar — running.
  • Warrior's ReturnCover a veteran's seat in the five-week growth course.
  • Emergency AidEviction prevention, car repairs, and the gaps that derail a recovery.
  • InternshipSponsor a veteran's paid six-month runway back to full-time work.
Donate goods

Turn your closet into someone's fresh start.

1

Gather quality items

New or gently used clothing, boots and shoes, coats, blankets, and unopened hygiene products are always needed.

2

Check condition

If you'd hand it to a friend, it's good to go. Clean, working, and complete — please, nothing stained or torn.

3

Bring it to the VREC

Drop donations at 5402 43rd Avenue S., Minneapolis, MN 55417, Mon–Fri 9AM–4PM. Call (952) 356-5116 ahead for large loads.

In memory of Amos Ferrier
In his memory

The Amos Ferrier Education Fund

Amos Ferrier — our Internship Director, a decorated Army medic, and a bright light to everyone he met — was lost to us far too soon. He leaves behind two sons, Liam and Elliot.

We're raising funds for their education and the future their father worked so hard to give them.

Support His Sons

Give monthly

Set up a recurring gift through DonorView — steady support ETS can count on all year.

Partner with us

Bring your company alongside the mission with sponsorships and in-kind support. Become a partner

Give your time

Dollars matter — so do hands. Volunteer with us

No one gets left behind

Put boots on feet and hope in hands.

Every gift, of any size, goes to work for a Minnesota veteran. Thank you for standing with them.