New Hampshire State Office Of Veterans Services
https://www.nh.gov/
War Bonuses
World War II bonus program expired July 1958. Korean Conflict bonus program expired December 1960. Bonus of $100 for those with active service of 90 days or more between August 5, 1964, and August 15, 1973, or those who served in Vietnam between July 1, 1958, and August 5, 1964, and earned the Vietnam Service Medal or the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. Must have been a bona fide resident of New Hampshire at the time of enlistment and have received an honorable discharge. Claims made after August 22, 1977, must be approved by the Adjutant General and the Governor and Executive Council. (See RSA 115-A:3).
Persian Gulf War Bonus of $100. Each person who actively served as a member of the armed forces of the United States between August 2, 1990, and November 30, 1995, and who earned the Southwest Asia Service Medal, and who was discharged, released or has a certificate of service there from, under honorable conditions, and who at the time of entry on such service, and at the time of such service was a bona fide resident of this state shall be entitled to a $100 bonus. However, no individual who has received a Persian Gulf War Bonus payment from another state shall be qualified to receive the NH bonus. Program expires August 31, 2002, but there are provisions that allow for acceptance of applications after that date. (See RSA 115-A:9).
Global War on Terrorism Operations Service Bonus of $100. Each person who actively served in any capacity as a member of the uniformed services of the United States on or after September 11, 2001 and on or before a date to be determined by the Secretary of Defense, and who earned the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal or Afghanistan Campaign, or Iraq Campaign Medal; and who was discharged, released or has a certificate of service there from, with an honorable discharge, or who is missing in action or who was killed in action; and who at the time of entry on such active service, and at the time of such service was a bona fide resident of this state shall be entitled to the benefits provided under this subdivision. Program ends on June 11, 2009, but there are provisions that allow for acceptance of applications after that date. (See RSA 115-A:16).
Global War on Terrorism Bonus
Persian Gulf War Service Bonus
Laws Regarding Bonus
Pease Greeters
http://peasegreeters.org/
The Pease Greeters welcome troops passing through Pease International Airport on their way to, or from, Afghanistan or Iraq, or any other areas of conflict in any part of the world. Create within the Pease Trade Port an environment that reflects the respect and high esteem in which we hold all veterans. Promote broad participation by the general public in this welcoming of heroes, paying special attention to the education of school children by instilling respect and admiration for the troops through formal ceremonies for each flight.
The Greeters’ welcome has three phases; the initial greeting which includes hundreds of Greeters clapping and cheering while patriotic music plays in the background. Hospitality continues with Dunkin Donuts ™, coffee, soda & water, cookies, Friendly’s ™ ice cream, and many more delicious goodies (too many to mention) along with use of the telephone banks installed by Whaleback™ Industries so that our brave men and women may place telephone calls free of charge to anywhere in the world. All of this is topped off by being able to spend time with a great group of Americans who are appreciative of what they do for our country.
The Greeters’ closing ceremony may come last, but it is far from least in the overall scheme of the greeting. This part of the greeting includes photographing the troops so that each flight may be added to Hero’s Walk – a hallway at Pease dedicated solely to our brave men and women whom have passed through Pease International Airport. Next our Nations Colors are presented, we have the singing of our National Anthem, a blessing from the Greeters Chaplain, a brief presentation of who we are to the troops before us along with a reading of the Star poem – Stars from retired flags with a poem are given to every man and woman who come through Pease, and an offering of “the shirt off our back” – a signed Pease Greeter sweatshirt presented to the commanding officer. At the closing of our ceremony, just prior to the troops boarding the flight, the officer of the day will salute the troops with the following words, “We, the old Warriors, salute you, the young Warriors”.
Pets for Vets
http://pets-for-vets.com/
At Pets for Vets, we believe our country owes military veterans a debt of gratitude. Our soldiers have been brave but many of them have returned with physical and emotional injuries that have made it difficult to transition back to civilian life. Some estimates state that as many as 20% of returning military veterans suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The Pets for Vets program is dedicated to supporting veterans and providing a second chance for shelter pets by rescuing, training and pairing them with America’s veterans who could benefit from a companion animal. The Pets… 3 to 4 million dogs and cats are euthanized each year. These animals can make excellent companion animals but never have that chance. Our dedicated animal trainers will evaluate and rescue the shelter animals and provide additional training to ensure that they are able to assimilate into a home, which is quite different from a shelter environment. The Vets… Sadly, there are alarming statistics of suicide, family abuse and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder facing veterans returning to civilian life after military duty. This can cause a downward spiral of apathy, unemployment, broken relationships, addiction and depression. It is our belief that companion animals can be the life saving therapy or friend that many returning service men and women need.
Purple Heart Riders National Association
http://www.purpleheartriders.us
Are you a "Purple Heart Medal" Recipient?
For newly awarded "Purple Heart" holders you might be making a transition from military to veteran status, and your awarded "Purple Heart Medal" for wounds received in combat will give you access to many benefits and entitlements. Our local PHRNA state representative (or one near you) can provide you with resources and direction in your state area for support with: Counseling on your benefits from a verity of government sources, Assistance in filing claims for disability, Assistance in entering the VA Health Care system. We are here to help you and our services cost you nothing. Don't try to go at it alone. Let us help you and guide you. After all, we've been there too. When we don't know the answer! We'll find it for you, and guide you in the right direction.