The National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV)
2nd Quarter 2025
Spring Break of Summer Testimonies
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April~May~June
If there was ever a time to keep your head lifted and moving forward, the time is now. Spring has broken through and we’re finding ourselves moving towards the middle of summer. Rain showers, steamy humidity, family vacation plans and hot topics in the news. The National Association of American Veterans (NAAV) is on a plane ride to destiny as the organization never quits the transportation of providing our resources to veterans and veteran families in need.
No matter the weather, how we do what we do doesn’t change why we do what we do, which is simply because of a caring and passionate CEO and President of NAAV, Constance Burns keeps the wheels turning. The volunteers, prayer warriors, sponsors, and supporters help to ensure that the knocks of veterans don’t go unanswered.
This 2nd Quarter Testimonial features NAAV springing into action to light the way of sunshine for veterans and their family members, whose days might have gotten stuck in the puddles of despair, but for the “break throughs.”
- Springing Forward:
“Thank you NAAV, Inc. for providing resources and referrals to help with my caregiving needs in Silver Spring, Maryland. Your immediate professional assistance and caregiver resources and referrals are greatly appreciated.” – Valerie Brock, COJC Caregiver, Silver Spring, Maryland
“Thank you NAAV, Inc. for providing emergency assistance to me and my disabled veteran spouse who is recovering from a fall in January, cancer and dental treatment. Your financial support is greatly needed and appreciated!” – Charlie and Lisa High, Radcliff, Kentucky
- Sunshine In:
“Thank you NAAV, Inc. for your quick response to my request for food assistance. Your
immediate and caring assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you!” –
Paul Diaz, U.S. Army Veteran, Nashville, Tennessee.
“Thank you so much NAAVETS for assisting me with financial assistance.
It helped a lot with obtaining proper attire for a new job I’ve received, boosting my confidence.”
-Kaprina P. (Maryland)
- Early Summer Summary:
NAAV pulls through a second time around:
“I am very thankful to the Lord God and NAAV, Inc. for paying pass due electric bill and keeping my electricity from being turned off on May 21, 2025. I also thank NAAV, Inc. for providing rental assistance and keeping the late fees from being added to my monthly rental payment. Thanks again for your outstanding support and professional assistance.”
– Paul Diaz, Disabled Veteran, Nashville, Tennessee
“Hi Constance, I hope this gets to you:
I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to Constance Burns, Founder, President, CEO, Veterans Service Officer/Veterans Advocate for the National Association of American Veterans, Inc. Constance, with her Faith in God, and her kindness towards veterans, has been such a Blessing in my life. I met Constance a number of years ago through a cold call I placed to the NAAV when I was in a time of desperation.
Without hesitation, she returned my call. Through her assistance providing essentials, to assisting with rent so I could keep a roof over my head, she never hesitated to extend a helping hand, and in some cases, far more than just a helping hand. When we speak, our
conversations always begin and end with the Grace of God, and how amazing He is to us.
Recently, my truck broke down and placed in the repair shop. My funds were exhausted, and without giving it a second thought, Constance covered the gap and arranged to have my truck repairs completed.
-Above -Patrick the owner of WEHO Auto Repair, completing the work on James Larck’s 1967 Ford Truck in April 2025.
-2nd photo above and below – James Lark beside his ’67 Ford Truck
I can’t say enough about the kindness Constance Burns has shown me in my life. I
went through a difficult period, and without Constance’s assistance through the NAAV, I’m not sure I would’ve been able to keep a roof over my head. Constance truly is a reflection of God’s Grace. She truly is a servant God has sent to look over all of us veterans. God bless you always,
James Larck
USAF -Los Angeles, CA
Sneak peek into our 2nd Quarter featured story:
- On April 15, 2025, the (NAAV) generously donated food and essential household items to five veterans, including widows, at 11600 Glenn Dale Blvd, Glenn Dale, Maryland. The organization’s President and CEO, Constance Burns, had learned that several veterans in the building were struggling to meet basic needs. With her usual compassion and commitment, she reached out to me—Lola, NAAV Senior Advisor for Caregivers—to help organize a food drive. (See the 2nd Quarter Newsletter for more on this feature story.)
*Photo: Charlie and Lola Johnson at BJ’s
- NAAV’s CFC number is 85065, “Caring About Those Who Served.” Thank you in
advance for your continued support and professional assistance.
P.S. There is no deadline for giving… We still need and can desperately use your support and donations.
- Incoming Numbers 2nd Quarter 2025 ~
Thawing out from this past winter, this spring and early summer, NAAV is still capturing a steady flow calls for emergency assistance. This 2nd quarter The National Association of American Veterans, Inc. (NAAV) made over 50 calls in support of veterans and their family members requesting professional assistance with VA Claims and Benefits including legal assistance for Veterans Appeals nationwide.
We will continue with this reminder, your generous monthly financial support is most needed to continue NAAV Community Outreach to those who served and are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces with emergency assistance and words of encouragement 24/7. Please consider and continue to donate, no matter how big or small…To donate, please visit www.naavets.org.
Thank you for springing forward and breaking into this summer of promises, hope, and shimmers… We’re just getting warmed up. Thank you and God bless every effort, gift, dream, and desire. *Please check out our 2nd Quarter Newsletter “Spring into Summer” featuring additional information, new news for veterans, and resources that may be of interest.
Kindest regards,
Constance A. Burns
Founder, President, and CEO
Veterans Service Officer/Veterans Advocate
NAAV, Inc.,
Washington, DC
*See our 2nd Quarter Newsletter “Spring into Summer
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