Schenectady County announced that FreshConnect coupon booklets are now available for veterans and their families through a collaboration with the New York State Department of Agriculture and the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services.
FreshConnect checks are available through the Schenectady County Veterans Service Agency to Active Duty members, Veterans and their immediate family members, as well as un-remarried surviving spouses of Veterans.[1] FreshConnect coupons can be used for fresh produce and other food items at participating farmers markets throughout New York State.
“We are proud to offer FreshConnect coupon booklets to our veterans and their families in collaboration with the New York State Department of Agriculture and the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services,’ said Schenectady County Legislator Holly Vellano, Chair of the Military Affairs & Veterans Committee. “These coupons can be used for fresh produce and other food items at participating farmers markets. We encourage eligible residents to contact the Schenectady County Veterans Service Agency to request a booklet and take advantage of this valuable benefit.”
Qualified residents can call the Schenectady County Veterans Service at (518) 377-2423 to request a booklet. One booklet per household.
Learn more about the program at https://veterans.ny.gov/freshconnect-checks-veterans-and-families.
Schenectady County Veterans Programs
With over 7,200 veterans calling Schenectady County home, Schenectady County recognizes the invaluable contributions and sacrifices made by those who have served our nation. The County is committed to providing services to our veterans, to ensure they receive the support, resources, and recognition they deserve.
Veterans Service Agency
The Schenectady County Veteran Service Agency provides comprehensive assistance to veterans, guiding them through the Department of Veterans Affairs and advising them on available benefits tailored to their service. From aiding in benefit applications to addressing queries and tracking claims through the VA system, the VSA works to help veterans receive the support they deserve.
https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/veterans
Veterans Peer-to-Peer Network
Discover Schenectady County's PFC Joseph Dwyer program, a local initiative committed to offering peer support to our veteran community. Collaborating with various local organizations and programs, the Dwyer program ensures accessibility by meeting veterans where they are. Through hosting meetings and organizing activities, this program welcomes individuals who have served, irrespective of their veteran status, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/vetpeernetwork
Honor A Veteran Program
The Honor-A-Veteran program is a collaboration between Schenectady County’s Veterans Service Agency and the County’s Honor-A-Veteran Committee to honor veterans who were either born in or currently reside in Schenectady County.
https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/veterans
Veterans Division: Schenectady County Holiday Parade
Last year, Schenectady County proudly introduced a new addition to the Annual Holiday Parade: the Veterans Division, dedicated to honoring our military servicemen and women. Positioned with distinction behind the 2023 Grand Marshal, the 109th Airlift Wing, this division provided a platform to recognize the contributions of our veterans. Once again, veterans from across the Capital Region are invited to participate in the Veterans Division for the upcoming 2024 parade, with the flexibility to either walk or ride along the parade route.
https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/parade
[1] https://veterans.ny.gov/freshconnect-checks-veterans-and-families