Homeward Bound Adirondacks will receive sealed bids for the proposed construction of a Utility Building to be undertaken at the Homeward Bound Adirondacks Retreat Site, 12801 State Rt. 30, Malone, NY. The project generally consists of ground preparation, construction of the building to include and not limited to foundation installation, wood framing, insulation, siding, doors, windows, pre-engineered roof trusses, roof system, in-slab hydronic heat system, ventilation system, plumbing and drainage and water distribution, electrical power distribution, and lighting, as well as exterior trenching from the drilled well to the building and extending underground power distribution from the Shed Building to the Utility Building. These underground infrastructure connections may also be extended to the bordering ADA Cabin Building as a potential option, to be determined.

Yesterday evening, Homeward Bound Adirondacks hosted its inaugural annual banquet at Hotel Saranac to express gratitude to its board members, staff, volunteers, contributors, and vendors for their extensive support and dedication to the veteran community across Northern New York. #thankyouforthesupport

We’re thrilled to highlight a powerful feature in this month’s Chamber magazine: “No Veteran Left Behind” by Allison Maggy and Joel Wood. This insightful article shines a light on the heroic efforts of HBA, demonstrating our community’s unwavering commitment to supporting our veterans. Discover the full story and join us in honoring the vital work being done for those who served. Let’s ensure that no hero is left behind. Read the article here

The American Heroes Flag Poles Foundation, honors the service and sacrifice of American combat veterans and wounded warriors. As the only full-time traditional wooden flagpole manufacturer in North America, they’ve pledged to donate and install 25-foot handcrafted Northern Red Oak flagpoles, complete with military ceremonies, to 20 deserving veterans each year. This heartfelt tribute, starting in the Northeastern United States, celebrates and acknowledges the long-overlooked honor of those who’ve bravely served our nation.

The college raised $600 for Homeward Bound Adirondacks through a pair of raffles leading up to Veterans Day! President Joe Keegan recently handed off the funds to Homeward Bound board member Amy Tuthill, the college’s associate director of recruitment and VA officer. The raffles, which included tickets to Army football and hockey games, were spearheaded by Kim Duffey, chair of our Business Program. The college also collected scores of items for veteran care packages and coordinated a letter-writing campaign to active duty members of our armed forces. Thank you to all who donated their time and money to this effort!

During Veterans Day, Cody McCasland, a veteran and staff member of Homeward Bound Adirondacks, was joined by his wife, Sara, in a 22-mile walk to raise awareness for the urgent issue of Veteran Suicide. While Sara is not a veteran nor an employee of Homeward Bound Adirondacks, her participation alongside her husband exemplified solidarity and support for her husband and the cause. Together, their efforts resulted in raising $6700.00. Cody, serving as a Case Manager at Homeward Bound Adirondack, demonstrates unwavering dedication to the North Country Veteran Community, a commitment that is greatly admired by our organization, and supported wholeheartedly by his wife, Sara.