AVET Project, Inc., a Brevard County-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, invites the community to support three upcoming events that honor, celebrate, and strengthen our military community through volunteerism, sponsorships, donations, and participation.
Fashion Show
Saturday, August 1, 2026 • 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Rise Viera 55+ Active Living
AVET Project is seeking female and male active-duty military members, veterans, Reserve, and National Guard personnel from all branches of service to walk the runway in a patriotic celebration honoring military service.Those interested in participating are encouraged to email info@avet-project.org.
Recuperation & Reintegration Retreat
Veterans Day Weekend • November 7–9, 2026
 
AVET Project is seeking sponsors and donors to provide its annual Recuperation & Reintegration Retreat at no cost to military members and their families. The retreat offers lodging, meals, outdoor activities, mental health and suicide awareness education, VA benefits guidance, and family-focused resources designed to strengthen military families and build lasting support networks.
U.S. Coast Guard Family Day
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
AVET Project is seeking food donations, beverages, desserts, event supplies, volunteers, sponsors, and monetary donations to help provide a special day of appreciation for approximately 300 U.S. Coast Guard family members.
 
Food & Supply Drop-Off Location
Rise Viera 55+ Active Living
8353 Auterra Drive
Melbourne, FL 32940
A generous community sponsor will contribute an additional $500 if 100 people donate $50 each. Every donation helps provide meals, family activities, entertainment, and appreciation for our Coast Guard families.
 
About AVET Project
AVET (American Veterans Empowerment Team) Project, Inc. is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering veterans, active-duty military members, first responders, and their families through advocacy, education, appreciation events, healing retreats, and community outreach throughout Florida’s Space Coast.
Garren S. Cone
Founder & President
Together, we can honor those who serve by supporting the families who serve beside them.

VET Project  Events for 2026 & attending

August     Coast Guard Family Day (FEEDING for 300) 10am-2pm

Sept 11     Patriot Day Firearms Fun Night

Nov           PR&R Retreat

Dec           Donations for Active Duty parties

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