As a result of Hurricane Harvey, many Veterans and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) employees have lost their possessions and homes. An exception has been authorized for a special solicitation to allow federal employees to assist the disaster relief efforts with cash or check donations outside of the normal Combined Federal Campaign. This special solicitation has been authorized at VA. Donations can be made on the PenFed Foundation website or by sending a check to PenFed Foundation, 2930 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22314. Also, the Veterans Canteen Service will make available collection boxes in all Canteens. This special solicitation will conclude on September 29, 2017.
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