Texas VLB

Thank you to everyone who helped WWII Veteran Charles Elliott celebrate his 100th birthday! During our "100 for 100" campaign, Mr. Elliott received almost 7,000 birthday cards and a special letter from the White House! We deeply appreciate your kindness and generosity. ❤️

Last month, Anthony was hard at work teaching TREC classes to help @TXRealtors learn about our home and land loan programs and how to better serve their Veteran clients. Click below for upcoming TREC classes and events: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/even…

Are you a Veteran who's looking to purchase some land? Commissioner Buckingham announced today that the @TexasVLB's Veterans-Only Land Sale is now open for bidding. Three available tracts of land totaling 10.82 acres are up for sale in Texas for eligible Veterans and Military Members. All bids must be submitted by Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Click below to learn more and place a bid: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

Please help us spread the word, and if you have the opportunity, please come out and attend. We will always ensure that no Veteran is buried alone.

Join the VLB for an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery in Corpus Christi. U.S. Navy Veteran Pamela Sue Lundmark will be laid to rest on Friday, March 27th, at 10:00 a.m.

Today is National #SupremeSacrificeDay. We will never forget the police officers, firefighters, first responders, and the brave men and women of our U.S. Military who made the ultimate sacrifice for the good of others. Your heroic legacies will live on forever. 🙏

Rodney, from our VLB Outreach team, connected with West Texas Veterans and helped them learn all about our VLB services and programs!

Last Friday, the VLB joined over 20 agencies for a West El Paso Veteran Resource event in Anthony, TX.

Today marks the 107th anniversary of @AmericanLegion. 🇺🇸 Since 1919, America’s largest Veterans service organization has been proudly championing, supporting, and providing comradery for over a million members. Thank you for honorably serving those who protect our way of life.

Let’s “paws” for a moment to show our appreciation for all the canine heroes around the country! 🐶 On K9 Veterans Day, we want to recognize and honor the brave working dogs who provide crucial support to law enforcement and the U.S. Military. Thank you to all of these furry, four-legged doggos for keeping our communities safe. ❤️

VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Texas Voices of Veterans Program. This week, we highlight the service of Sgt. M.C. Clark who served during WWII. Listen to his story: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

RT @TXGLO: Huge shout-out to our @TexasVLB team for a successful week at the Houston Rodeo! Commissioner Buckingham joined the VLB's Out…

Join us in honoring Ms. Victoria Franco, a true American hero and proud Marine Corps Veteran, by helping us reach 100 birthday cards for her 100th year of life! 

The 100 for 100 program is coordinated by the @TexasVLB to send celebratory birthday messages to residents across our Texas State Veteran Homes.

Find the mailing address and more information on the program here: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

If you're heading to @RODEOHOUSTON, don't forget to stop by the @TexasVLB booth at the Ranching & Wildlife Expo on the second floor of @nrgpark. We're here from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. today and Sat., March 7th, so come swing by and let our VLB reps tell you all about the wonderful programs and benefits we offer! Thank you to Commissioner Buckingham for spending some time with our VLB team and helping them connect with Veterans!

Listen to his story here: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

VLB Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Texas Voices of Veterans Program. This week, we highlight the service of U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Larry "Scott" Teakell.

Come swing by and let us tell you all about the wonderful programs and benefits we offer. Thank you to Commissioner Buckingham for spending some time with our team and helping us connect with Veterans!

If you're heading to the Houston Rodeo, don't forget to stop by the VLB booth at the Ranching & Wildlife Expo on the second floor of the NRG Center. We're here from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Fri., March 6th and Sat., March 7th.

Ms. Franco is currently a resident of the Frank M. Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home. Please address your cards to: Ms. Victoria Franco Frank M. Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home 200 Veterans Drive Floresville, Texas 78114 More details here: glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…

We need your help in celebrating this U.S. Marine Corps Veteran's 100th birthday! 🎉 The VLB is encouraging Texans statewide to participate by sending a birthday card to U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Victoria Franco, who will be turning 100 on March 21, 2026.