Honor, Support, and Serve Our Veterans
Our Mission
To honor the veterans of the United States Armed Forces by developing innovative programs to assist the economic and social well-being of our veterans. We want to help shape the legacies of those enlisted now and in the future after their military service is complete.
Announcing Our Fall 2025 Fundraiser With NCSU ROTC Units
Fall 2025 Commemorative Brick Fundraising Campaign
The Air Force, Army, and Naval ROTC units of NC State University are teaming with The Veterans Legacy to launch a commemorative brick fundraising campaign. These commemorative bricks will be displayed as part of a veterans’ memorial planned for a public space in the metro Raleigh area. We are still evaluating several locations, and the selected site will be shared when a final decision is made. A smaller 4x4 coaster keepsake is also available for purchase. The net proceeds of your donation will be split between the NC State ROTC units and The Veterans Legacy, and will be used to fund the activities of these respective organizations. These bricks will serve as a powerful way to commemorate loved ones, honor veterans and showcase your support for the ROTC programs at NC State!
Whether it's a name, a tribute, or a special date, each brick can be tailored to reflect a personal touch. The brick display will become a permanent part of a long-lasting commemorative salute to active duty, veterans, and their families, creating a legacy for future generations to appreciate.
To donate and commission a commemorative brick, place your order here: www.polarengraving.com/theveteranslegacy
This fundraiser runs through December 18, 2025 - don't miss out!
Our Focus
Automotive Service Technician Training and Education
Today, America has a shortage of skilled labor – the workers who fix our plumbing, keep our homes cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and our lights and appliances operating.
Over the next four years, 400,000 jobs are available* for automotive service technicians who keep our cars and trucks running on our nation’s roads – that’s where we can help.
A resource that can address this shortfall exists locally – the roughly 20,000 service members discharged from active duty annually in North Carolina**.
The Veterans Legacy will fund the training of veterans to become Automotive Service Technicians in a veteran-centric environment.
- Recruit transitioning veterans into an automotive service apprenticeship program
- Complete the full training in twelve months to become ASE certified Master Service Technicians
- Teams will learn from hands–on servicing and repair of commercial fleet vehicles
- Guided and supervised by experienced Master Service Technicians
- No cost apprenticeship
- Earn a living wage while training
- Job placement assistance for our service bay–ready auto service technicians
- Provide additional instruction in financial literacy
* Techforce Foundation "2023 Supply and Demand Report" https://techforce.org/supply-demand-report/
** NC Military Affairs Commission "Transitioning Service Members Survey Report Findings 2022" https://ourncmilitary.nc.gov/ncmac-transitioning-service-members-survey-final-report-2022
How YOU can help
Get Involved!
We can't do this work alone. We rely on the support of our tribe to make a difference in the lives of veterans. There are many ways to get involved: telling others about our story, volunteering your time, or making a donation. We're building a tribe and we'd love you to help. Join us in our mission to serve those who have served us.
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission.
Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the North Carolina Secretary of State - State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-814-5400. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
Contact us
We'd love to hear from you!
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our organization, please don't hesitate to contact us. We would love to hear from you and to discuss how we can work together to support our veterans. Email us at johnwilks@theveteranslegacy.org or give us a call during normal (east coast) business hours at (919) 431-9535.
The Veterans Legacy is the registered assumed name of the Tilton Charitable Foundation
(EIN 99-1488341), which is recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt charitable organization under IRC 501(c)(3)
