VIETNAM VETERANS
OF AMERICA
Detroit Chapter 9
“NEVER AGAIN WILL ONE GENERATION OF VETERANS ABANDON ANOTHER.”
WHO WE ARE
Detroit Chapter 9, “LZ Motown,” is part of a national organization that is passionate about helping Vietnam veterans and their families with a variety of issues.
WHAT WE DO
Detroit Chapter 9, “LZ Motown,” is a front-runner in the fight for veterans’ rights. We have been proudly fulfilling the mission of Vietnam Veterans of America since the early 1980’s.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
You can join the VVA, or our auxiliary organization, Volunteer to help us with events, or donate money to one of our charitable funds.
Supporting Vietnam Veterans
Members of Chapter 9 were involved in supporting their brothers even before the VVA was established. As the needs of Vietnam veterans have evolved over the years, so has the focus of our efforts.
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Supporting Veterans Locally
Whether it’s participating in the annual Veterans Day Parade, assisting veterans in the local VA hospital, or reaching out to veterans in local universities, chapter members look to support all of our local brothers and sisters in arms.
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Advocating Legislative Action
From the earliest days, members have advocated for legislation needed to provide the assistance and support earned by veterans. Our work to obtain coverage for Agent Orange-related illnesses is just one example.
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Supporting Our Community
Detroit is our home. We are active on City Council committees, provide academic scholarships for JROTC students and support charities helping Detroiters in need.
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CHAPTER NEWS
Vietnam Veterans of America Detroit Chapter 9 Honors Detroit Police and Firefighters with First Responder Appreciation BBQ
Detroit Veterans Give Back to Those Who Serve and Protect Their Community DETROIT, MI – October 14, 2026 – Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Detroit Chapter 9 proudly hosted a First Responder Appreciation BBQ on Wednesday, October 14, bringing together members of the...
A Legacy Forged in Service: Vietnam Veterans Day and the Impact of Detroit Chapter 9
Each year on March 29, we recognize Vietnam Veterans Day—a day to honor the men and women who served during the Vietnam War. But in Detroit, that recognition is not confined to a single day. It is lived out every day through decades of action, advocacy, and community...
Welcome Home: Detroit Honors Legacy of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 9 with Powerful New Exhibit
A new exhibition at the Detroit Historical Museum is shining a light on the history, sacrifice, and continued service of the Vietnam Veterans of America Detroit Chapter #9, the first VVA chapter in Michigan and a nationally recognized force in veteran advocacy. Titled...