Veteran Resources in Charlotte

Published on November 03, 2023

Throughout Charlotte, several helpful resources are available to resident Veterans. From housing assistance to opportunities in higher education, our staff compiled the following list of services to aid former military personnel and their families. Whether you’re attempting to readjust to civilian life or are struggling with a specific issue, help is available in Charlotte.

The inclusion of external resources, organizations or services in this article is provided for informational purposes only. Their presence does not constitute an endorsement or approval by the City of Charlotte. The City of Charlotte makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability or suitability of these resources.

Click on the links below to learn more about what each resource has to offer. 

General/Multiple Services 

• Mecklenburg County: Community Support Services' Veterans Services Division 
• North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services: Veteran's Services 
• One Yard Away
• Operation Decisive Victory
• Veterans Bridge Home
• Veterans Services of the Carolinas - Charlotte Office

Housing 

• Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte: Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) 
• Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region 
• Roof Above 

Health & Wellbeing 

• American Pit Bull Foundation: Operation Sidekick
• Charlotte Vet Center 
• Eagle Rock Camp 
• HopeWay Veterans Program 
• The Independence Fund 
• North Charlotte VA Clinic 
• Shining Hope Farms: Saddles & Salutes Program 
• South Charlotte VA Clinic 

Education 

• Belmont Abbey College 
• Central Piedmont Community College 
• Davidson College 
• Queens University of Charlotte 
• The University of North Carolina at Charlotte 

Employment 

• NC4ME: North Carolina for Military Employment 
• NCWorks Veterans Portal 

Legal Services 

• Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy 
• Legal Aid of North Carolina 

While we hope to have included as many useful resources as possible, we acknowledge that there are likely some we have missed. If you do not see a service listed that aligns with your individual needs, that does not mean that it doesn’t exist. Please utilize the other available resources for more information; they may be able to connect you to the right group.