VetREC: Leaders in Veteran-Centered Research and Consulting
VetREC specializes in veteran research consulting to ensure Veterans are partners in research, not just subjects. VetREC (Veteran Research and Education Curation LLC) is a specialized consulting firm with a powerful social mission: to transform the way organizations engage with Veterans. Guided by our motto, “research with, not on, Veterans,” we partner with Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) and Veteran-focused research institutions to amplify the Veteran voice and prioritize community-centered impact.
“VetREC has been an incredible partner for Service to School as its analysis has enabled us to better understand the needs of the people we serve. Jeni is responsive to all our requests and builds products that are easy to digest and act upon. Her analysis has been instrumental in our program development. When it comes to analyzing veterans’ unique needs, VetREC is the best!”
“I am honored to give my highest recommendation to Jeni and Abbie, with whom I’ve had the privilege of working over the past four years on two engagement awards funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute. Their unwavering commitment to centering the needs of Veterans and their families is evident in every aspect of their work. Their thoughtful insights, collaborative spirit, diverse perspectives, creativity, and depth of lived experiences have been nothing short of invaluable in advancing our shared research goals. I am continually inspired by their dedication and recommend them without hesitation.”
“VetREC, a leap of faith that paid off. Professionalism, team work, and diligence- an organization that delivers.“
“Jeni/VetREC means so much to our team’s veteran/military-related research. Jeni/VetREC has played a critical role in getting our studies to reach out to veteran/military communities. She also ensures that our research is contextualized in the veteran/military mindsets and needs.”
“Working with VetRec allowed us to truly capture the impact of our work over the past two years. Armed with this complete story of how we are making a difference in the lives of our program participants is essential to our ongoing funding and support for TRIO programs as a whole. I highly recommend every grant funded program find a resource as professional and organized as VetRec to share their stories of success!”
What does VetREC do?
Driving Results for Organizations Serving Veterans
VetREC empowers organizations serving Veterans with customized research, evaluation, and grant support that deliver measurable, community-centered impact. As a Veteran-owned and operated business, we bring authentic insight and expertise to every project — always collaborating with Veterans, not conducting research on them.
Our Core Services:
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Impact Reports – Analyze and showcase your outcomes through community-facing reports paired with internal recommendations for growth.
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Needs Assessments – Gather data to design new programs and services that respond directly to the needs of the community.
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Outcomes Measurement – Build or revamp systems to track meaningful impact, not just outputs.
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Program Evaluation – Collect and analyze data to assess program effectiveness and strengthen your case with funders.
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Grant Mapping & Writing – Identify funders, develop a tailored grants pipeline, and craft competitive proposals.
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Academic Research Partnerships – Bridge connections between universities and Veteran-serving organizations to advance impactful, Veteran-centered research.
At VetREC, we amplify Veteran voices and deliver solutions that are credible, actionable, and scalable. Together, we’ll tell your story, grow your impact, and strengthen your mission.
VetREC empowers Veteran Service Organizations and researchers by providing tailored, Veteran-centered solutions to measure impact, enhance funding potential, and engage Veterans meaningfully. Whether it’s understanding the unique needs of student Veterans in higher education, building community support around women Veteran Military Sexual Trauma survivors, or measuring the impact of art-making on suicide prevention, VetREC delivers expertise rooted in experience. We know Veterans because we are Veterans, ensuring insights that resonate deeply with the communities you serve.
Who should join the VetREC Community?
| The VetREC Community is a place for collaboration and community-building. Ideal members include: |
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| Individuals who are currently or who have previously served in the U.S. Military and/or are a family members/caregiver. |
| Researchers (tenure track, non tenure track, independent, private/government sector) working on or interested in Veteran-focused research. |
| Students of Veteran Studies. |
| Leaders/advocates working in a community-based and/or governmental organization offering direct services, programs, and/or care to Veterans. |
