SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED Prince Hall Veteran Community Resource Expo 2026

Free Prince Hall Masons Veteran Expo connecting Veterans & families with benefits, wellness, insurance, legal & community resources.

Prince Hall Masons Veterans Community Resource Expo 2026

Presented and Hosted by:

Pride of North Birmingham Lodge #319

Gardner's Success #43 H.R.A.M.

Woman Proudly Served

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026

🚪 Doors Open: 9:15 AM

⏰ Expo Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 The Reflections at the Cedars

301 Green Springs Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35205

⭐ FREE ADMISSION | 🚗 FREE PARKING

🍽️ FREE FOOD – While Supplies Last

OPEN TO VETERANS, FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS & THE COMMUNITY

CONNECT • EMPOWER • SUPPORT • HONOR

On the eve of Veterans Day, we're bringing Veterans, families, caregivers, community organizations, resource professionals, and presenters together under one roof for a day dedicated to Serving Those Who Served.

Learn about programs and services, ask questions, meet resource providers, make valuable connections, and discover resources available to Veterans and their families.

🚐 BIRMINGHAM VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM – ON-SITE RESOURCES

The Birmingham VA Health Care System's Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) will be ON-SITE, bringing VA health resources directly to Veterans.

🩺 Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) – On-site health screenings and Veteran health resources

💜 Suicide Prevention – Information, education, resources, and connections to support

🧠 Mental Health – Mental health information, programs, services, and resources

❤️ Healthy Living – Education and resources supporting healthier lifestyles and overall Veteran wellness

💻 My HealtheVet & My VA Portal Education – Assistance and education to help Veterans understand and navigate VA online health and benefits resources

🇺🇸 VA Community Outreach – Information about VA healthcare, programs, services, enrollment, and other Veteran resources

Learn more about the Birmingham VA Mobile Medical Unit

FEATURED ORGANIZATIONS, RESOURCES & PRESENTERS

🔹 Birmingham VA Health Care System – Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) & Community Outreach – On-site health screenings, Suicide Prevention, Mental Health, Healthy Living, My HealtheVet and My VA Portal navigation education, and additional VA information and resources.

🔹 Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs – Veterans benefits information, claims assistance, and state Veterans resources.

🔹 Jefferson County Department of Human Resources (DHR) – A single resource table provides information and assistance from the SNAP/A-RESET Program and Family Assistance Program, connecting Veterans, families, caregivers, and community members with food assistance, employment and training support, family assistance programs, and related resources.

🔹 Lakeshore Foundation Veterans Outreach – Veterans outreach, adaptive recreation and wellness resources, information, and community support.

🔹 Oak Street Health Community Outreach – Health education, community outreach information, and resources.

🔹 Veterans Medicare 101 Education – Medicare education, insurance options, coverage guidance, and information for Veterans.

🔹 IRNHAUS Birmingham – Affordable Veterans Housing Initiative – Affordable housing information and housing-resource facilitation for Veterans, including information regarding HUD-VASH and Housing Choice voucher acceptance.

🔹 Carver Jones Markets – Food Insecurity Resources – Information and resources addressing food insecurity among Veterans and older people.

🔹 Legacy Legal LLC – Estate Planning for Veterans & Families – Estate planning information and legal resources for Veterans and their families.

🔹 Helmets to Boots – Veteran-focused education, transition assistance, benefits awareness, workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and connections to community resources.

🔹 Kappa Lambda Chi Military Fraternity, Inc. (ΚΛΧ) – Military brotherhood, Veterans advocacy, leadership, mentorship, and community service.

🔹 Kappa Epsilon Psi Military Sorority, Incorporated (KEY) – Military sisterhood, Veterans support, community engagement, mentorship, and service to military families and the broader community.

🔹 Alabama Honor Bridge – Military-to-Civilian Workforce Transition & Employment Opportunities – A Veteran-owned workforce development organization that connects transitioning service members, Veterans, military spouses, and dependents with civilian employment opportunities. Services include career transition assistance, workforce readiness, employer connections, and employment pathways throughout Alabama.

Additional presenters, featured speakers, and community resource partners will also be on-site, with more to be announced!

🎤 FEATURED SPEAKER – HELMETS TO BOOTS

Jeremy M. Walker, MA

Founder, Helmets to Boots Foundation & Helmets to Boots LLC

U.S. Army Sergeant First Class (Retired) | Combat Veteran | Veteran Advocate

Bio:

Jeremy M. Walker is a 22-year U.S. Army Veteran whose military career included service in military intelligence and deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Kosovo. A Bronze Star for Valor recipient, Walker founded Helmets to Boots to help Veterans successfully transition from military service through education, workforce readiness, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and connections to community resources.

🎙️ Featured Presentation

Mr. Walker will share practical information to help Veterans and their families better understand Veterans benefits, transition resources, available programs, and opportunities beyond military service.

His presentation supports the Expo's mission to:

CONNECT • EMPOWER • SUPPORT • HONOR

🌟 YOUTH LEADERSHIP IN SERVICE

Zalika Youth Palace 28A

Official Youth Hospitality & Community Service Partner

We are proud to recognize Zalika Youth Palace 28A in the Serving Those Who Served: Prince Hall Masons Veterans Community Resource Expo 2026.

These outstanding young people will serve as our Youth Hospitality Ambassadors, welcoming Veterans, military families, dignitaries, presenters, and community guests.

Through ushering, guest assistance, and hospitality support, they will demonstrate the importance of leadership, service, respect, and giving back to those who have served our Nation.

Their participation reflects our commitment to inspiring the next generation of leaders while continuing the proud tradition of community service.

HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED — INSPIRING THOSE WHO WILL LEAD.

🎖️ RESOURCES & INFORMATION

🎖️ Veterans Benefits & Claims Support

🩺 On-Site VA Health Screenings

❤️ Healthcare, Wellness & Adaptive Resources

💜 Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Resources

💻 VA Digital Health & Portal Navigation Education

💼 Employment, Education & Transition Resources

🏠 Affordable Veterans Housing & Community Resources

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Caregiver Support

🥗 SNAP/A-RESET & Food Assistance Resources

🤝 Family Assistance Programs & Support

🩺 Medicare Education, Insurance Options & Coverage Guidance for Veterans

🥗 Food Insecurity – Veterans & the Elderly

⚖️ Estate Planning – Veterans & Families

🤝 Military Brotherhood, Sisterhood & Community Service

🌟 Youth Leadership, Hospitality & Volunteer Service

🤝 Networking & Community Partners

📋 Resource Information Tables

💬 Questions & One-on-One Support

🎟️ RSVP & EVENT INFORMATION

Veterans, families, and caregivers are encouraged to register and attend. Admission is FREE!

OPTION 1 – REGISTER ONLINE

Register FREE through Eventbrite

OPTION 2 – RSVP BY PHONE OR EMAIL

📞 Call (205) 440-2898 or (205) 531-5779

📧 Or email: prideofnorthbirmingham319@gmail.com

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026

🚪 Doors Open: 9:15 AM

⏰ Expo Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 The Reflections at the Cedars

301 Green Springs Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

⭐ FREE ADMISSION | FREE PARKING

🍽️ FREE FOOD – While Supplies Last

📣 HELP US REACH MORE VETERANS

Please SHARE and REDISTRIBUTE this event information throughout your spheres of influence—including Veterans, military families, caregivers, surviving spouses, Veterans organizations, churches and faith-based organizations, fraternities and sororities, Masonic organizations, youth organizations, civic and community organizations, and organizations that provide services to our Veteran community.

Every share could connect another Veteran or family with a resource they need.

ONE COMMUNITY. MULTIPLE RESOURCES. A STRONGER TOMORROW.

Honoring Their Service. Strengthening Our Community.

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Participation by private organizations does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the State of Alabama, Jefferson County, or participating Prince Hall Masonic organizations.