Transforming Research and Amplifying Impact for VSOs and Researchers

Our services include veteran research consulting, program evaluation, and grant strategy designed to support Veteran-serving organizations. At VetREC, we empower Veteran voices and drive measurable results through innovative research and education strategies. As trusted leaders in Veteran-centered consulting, we partner with Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) and research institutions to showcase their impact, secure funding, and tell compelling stories that resonate with stakeholders.

VetREC Services: Delivering Results for Veteran-Focused Organizations and Researchers

At VetREC, we help organizations and researchers turn ideas and data into measurable impact. From tracking outcomes to transforming findings into actionable insights — and securing the funding to sustain your mission — our services are built to drive success. Explore the offerings below to see how VetREC can support your goals.

Impact Reports

Problem: You have data, but it’s scattered, underutilized, or not telling the full story. Funders, partners, and the community want to see your impact, but you need a clear way to share it.
Best For: VSOs and nonprofits with existing data (or the capacity to gather it) who want a professional, community-facing report.
Solution: VetREC analyzes your data, supplements it with additional collection as needed, and creates a polished Impact Report to share publicly. You’ll also receive an Internal Recommendations for Growth Brief with constructive insights to strengthen your work.
Results: A credible, visually engaging report you can share with your community and funders, plus insider guidance to improve services and outcomes.

Needs Assessments

Problem: You have ideas for new programs or services, but you’re not sure if they’re aligned with the real needs of the community you serve.
Best For: Organizations exploring new initiatives who want to ground their planning in data, not assumptions.
Solution: VetREC conducts Needs Assessments by gathering input from your target population and stakeholders. We identify gaps, priorities, and opportunities so you can design programs that meet actual demand.
Results: A clear, evidence-based roadmap to launch or expand programs with confidence that they address true community needs.

Outcomes Measurements

Problem: You’re not tracking the impact (i.e., outcomes) of your services—or your current system isn’t doing a great job. Maybe you’re tracking outputs (X amount of Veterans served) but fall short in assessing impact (anxiety decreased by X% after use of services).
Best For: VSOs without a reliable or effective way to measure impact with those they serve.
Solution: VetREC designs customized outcomes measurement tools and processes to measure your organization’s impact.
Results: Ready-to-use tools (surveys, interview guides, etc.) and an implementation plan that captures both numbers and stories of change.

Program Evaluation

Problem: You need credible, comprehensive evaluation of your program’s effectiveness, but don’t have the capacity or expertise to collect and analyze the data.
Best For: Organizations with established programs that want objective, third-party evaluation.
Solution: VetREC leads the entire Program Evaluation process—collecting quantitative and qualitative data, analyzing findings, and delivering both a public-facing Impact Report and an internal Recommendations Brief.
Results: Evidence of program effectiveness to share with funders and the community, plus actionable insights to strengthen your program from the inside out.

Grant Mapping & Writing

Problem: You know funding is out there, but don’t have the time or strategy to find the right opportunities and submit competitive proposals.
Best For: Nonprofits and VSOs who want to grow but need external funding support.
Solution: VetREC provides Grant Mapping to identify the most relevant funders for your mission, and Grant Writing services to craft strong, compelling proposals.
Results: A tailored grants pipeline plus professionally written proposals that increase your chances of securing funding.

Academic Research Partnerships

Problem: Universities and researchers often struggle to authentically connect with the Veteran community, while Veteran-serving organizations may not know how to engage in research that benefits them.
Best For: Academic institutions seeking Veteran partners, and VSOs interested in research collaboration.
Solution: VetREC acts as a bridge—facilitating equitable partnerships between researchers and Veteran-serving organizations, ensuring projects are veteran-centered and mutually beneficial.
Results: Stronger research designs, authentic community engagement, and impactful findings that advance both scholarship and service.

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Annual Veteran Impact Amplifier Grant

Every fall, VetREC opens submissions for our Impact Amplifier Grant, and we announce the recipient each November. Projects kick off in January.

The purpose of this grant is to give back to the organizations with boots on the ground serving Veterans.

We award $10,000 in in-kind services (that’s 55 hours of expert consulting) to one nonprofit serving Veterans, Service Members, or families. The winner chooses support in one of three areas:

  1. Research plan (designing outcome measures)

  2. Data analysis + impact reporting

  3. Grant mapping (tailored funding strategy)

2025’s Recipient:
Healing Warriors Program selected data analysis, and VetREC worked with them to produce an Impact Report that showcased their results and boosted their funding credibility.

Submission for the 2026 award is currently open. Read more here.

What to Know About Working With VetREC

Custom Services

Every project with VetREC is fully customized to your organization’s goals and challenges. Whether you need support for a unique initiative or a larger-scale effort, we’ll design a solution that fits your needs. Reach out to share your project, and we’ll schedule a free consultation to discuss how VetREC can help. Pricing is based on the estimated time and scope of work.

Our Process

At VetREC, we keep the process clear and collaborative so every project starts strong and ends with impact. Here’s how it works:

1. Free Consultation – Complete the contact form and schedule a call. Sometimes we’ll have two or three conversations to make sure it’s a great fit.
2. Proposal Development – Based on our consultation, VetREC creates a tailored proposal that outlines scope, deliverables, and pricing.
3. Contract & Kickoff – Once the proposal is approved, we finalize a contract and get to work.

Pricing

At VetREC, we know every organization’s needs and resources look different. That’s why all projects are customized, with pricing based on the scope of work and the outcomes you want to achieve.

  • Smaller projects — like a one-off foundation grant proposal — often run $500–$720.

  • Ongoing partnerships — such as annual grant mapping + writing or program evaluation + impact reporting — usually average around $10,000 per year.

  • Large, multi-year initiatives — like comprehensive program evaluations — may be quoted at $100,000+.

Most of our nonprofit partners find themselves in the middle range, investing steadily in grant support and evaluation to grow their impact year after year.

Additional Services and Guidelines

  • Grant Pre-Proposal Support – VetREC may contribute a limited amount of time to pre-proposal work for grants where VetREC is included as a consultant or subaward partner.

  • Market Research & Positioning – VetREC can provide market research and guidance on product/service positioning within the Veteran community. To ensure an informed approach, this work begins with a needs assessment.

  • Mission Alignment – VetREC partners only on projects that align with our mission and ethos: Veteran-centered, participatory research and consulting that advances impact for the community.

Why Choose VetREC?

  • Veteran-Centered Expertise – With lived experience and deep knowledge of Veteran culture, VetREC ensures all work is grounded in respect, trust, and cultural competence.

  • Custom Solutions for Impact – Every project is tailored to your goals, whether it’s research, program development, or grant writing, with a focus on measurable community impact.

  • Collaborative Approach – We don’t just deliver reports — we work alongside you to co-create solutions that reflect your mission, values, and vision for change.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re looking for a partner to help you strengthen your impact, VetREC is here to support you. Whether you need an impact report, a grant strategy, or a customized evaluation, we’ll design a solution that fits your mission and resources.

👉 Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.

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