OUR STORY

ABOUT US

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OUR STORY

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

WHO WE ARE

DEDICATED TO SERVING
THOSE WHO SERVED

At F.F. Veterans Holistic Services, we are dedicated to helping veterans and their families build fulfilling lives after service. Through personalized programs that address health, wellness, and career opportunities.

We are committed to supporting veterans and their families — offering compassionate care through tailored programs designed to meet their unique needs, fostering health and wellness initiatives, and facilitating enriching community connections.

450K+

Ohio Veterans

100+

Families Served

30%

Suffer a Disability

24/7

Community Support

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OUR PURPOSE

OUR APPROACH

OUR MISSION

TO MAKE SURE ALL ARMED FORCES VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES GET ALL THE HELP THEY NEED, WHEN THEY NEED IT, NO MATTER WHAT IT IS.

Our mission is to eliminate hunger and provide stability to our military veterans by offering food assistance and essential support services to those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

We believe every veteran who served this nation deserves to return home to dignity and security. Through our programs, we work tirelessly to bridge the gap between the support veterans are entitled to and what they actually receive.

No veteran should ever have to choose between paying a bill and putting food on the table. FFVHS exists to make sure they never have to.

OUR VISION

TO BUILD A WORLD WHERE NO VETERAN FEELS ALONE AND GETS ALL THE HELP THEY NEED.

Our vision is to see every veteran family in a secure, prosperous, and supportive community where all their basic needs are met regardless of income, VA coverage, or circumstance.

We envision an Ohio where the 450,000+ veterans who call this state home are never left to navigate healthcare, housing, or hunger alone — where every gap is filled and every sacrifice is honored with action, not just words.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MISSION

MEET OUR TEAM

Yvette McKenzie

PRESIDENT

Yvette McKenzie is the President and a proud Disabled Combat Army Veteran with over 28 years of distinguished military and federal civilian service. She holds an MBA in Organizational Psychology and Leadership Development, as well as a Master's in Information Technology. In 2024, she was honored as a Ford Oval of Honor recipient.

Tammy Davenport

VICE PRESIDENT

With over 32 years of experience in the IT industry, Tammy serves as the Director and IT Data Center Manager, leading complex operations with a focus on efficiency and innovation. She holds certifications in CompTIA A+, Cisco CCNA, CAPM, and AWS. She also oversees Human Resources and Record Management across the department.

Tina Welch

TREASURER

As a City-appointed official in Canal Winchester, Ohio, Tina Welch has over 15 years of experience as a Project Manager specializing in Government Financial Management. She oversees fiscal accountability, budgeting, and compliance, ensuring all resources are maximized to benefit the community.

Sonya Davenport

BOARD MEMBER AT LARGE

Sonya Davenport serves as the Office Director and Head of Youth Services, where she uses art therapy to support military and veteran children. She also manages the Giving Grace Farm and oversees Food Pantry delivery services, ensuring critical resources reach those in need.

Anna Gamble

EXECUTIVE BOARD SECRETARY

Anna Gamble is a US Marine Corps veteran and former Drill Instructor who became a preschool educator after service. She has served on the Board of Directors for Riverside Christian School and remains active in community organizations, ministries, and youth programs.

Melvin Gamble

EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER, LOGISTICS & OPERATIONS

Melvin Gamble is a proud US Marine Corps veteran and former Drill Instructor who served from 1980–1989, then dedicated 28 years to the LAPD, earning Officer of the Year in 1996. He brings decades of leadership and operational excellence to FFVHS.