VETERANS & MILITARY COALITION OF THE OZARKS
VMCO Supports Veterans by assisting Veterans, and their families, in obtaining benefits and services earned through military service and provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other local, state, or federal governmental agencies.
Committed To Keeping Veterans, and their families, Healthy & Safe
Extensive experience and resources to advise and assist with preparing claims and the VA Medical care process.
Veterans Health Care
The Veterans Health Administration operates the largest health care delivery system in the United States, providing health care to over 6.4 million veterans.
VMCO has extensive experience and resources to advise and assist in preparing claims and medical care processes. VMCO supports veterans and their families by assisting them navigate the complex process of obtaining their earned compension and benefits.
If you have questions on obtaining your earned V.A. compensation and benefits, please click on the form button below to be taken to a secure form to submit information for a claim.
You may also go to our Contact Page with any questions you have and someone will get back with you.
Let us help you.
Military Ceremonies & Events
VMCO has facilitated these events
War Medallion & Stars For Our Troops
A token of appreciation for Veterans and First Responders
Businesses We Do Business With
Because they care about Veterans and their families
Organizations We Are Associated With
Each organization has a purpose.
Become a VMCO Member
Receive information about Veteran events and benefits.
About Veterans & Military Coalition of the Ozarks
Comprised of 100% Volunteers that have a passion to help Veterans
Our Mission
The Veterans and Military Coalition of the Ozarks (VMCO) (hereinafter referred to as the “Coalition”) promotes communication and coordination between all recognized veterans and military organizations. As of 2022 to present VMCO has worked with veterans in all 50 states and internationally, thanks to the age of electronics. The Coalition’s objective is that affiliated Veteran and Military Service Organizations working together on issues of mutual agreement, can harness the grassroots support of local veteran/military constituents and families to accomplish far more than by working on these initiatives as separate organizations, VMCO maintains communication with all member organizations to provide a unity of effort and keeping all informed of local, state and federal legislation, programs and initiatives affecting veterans, military members and families; thereby, achieving common goals and maximizing positive impacts. The Veterans and Military Coalition of the Ozarks is a nonprofit, tax exempt organization qualifying under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Our Goals
The Veterans and Military Coalition of the Ozarks (VMCO) is a group of similarly minded veterans and military service organizations in joint pursuit of the following goals: Ensuring that veterans, military service members and their families can access the full range of benefits and services available to them.
Where you'll find us in your community...
Community Services &
Military Ceremonies
VMCO facilitates many community events through their military connections. If you are needing any military services or ceremonies, contact us.
Latest Updates from VMCO Facebook
All Veterans, and their families,
are invited to attend the
VMCO's General Meeting
this Thursday, March 19, 2026.
You won't want to miss this months speaker! Mark your calendars to network with Veterans and their families, and Veteran oriented businesses with contacts on the local, state, and federal levels.
This month’s keynote speaker is Dr. Lloyd Nguyen. He will share his remarkable journey of escaping Vietnam, arriving in the United States as a refugee, and later serving in the United States military.
In April 1975, at the age of six, Dr. Nguyen fled Vietnam with his mother, stepfather, younger brother, and grandaunt. The family first entered a refugee camp at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. They were later sponsored by the Catholic Church, which helped them begin a new life in California.
Dr. Nguyen went on to enlist in the United States Marine Corps, serving from 1988 to 1992 and becoming a Desert Shield/Desert Storm veteran. He later continued his military service in the United States Air Force Reserve from 2009 to 2020, retiring with the rank of Master Sergeant.
In addition to his military service, Dr. Nguyen served with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department in California from 1996 to 2023, retiring as a Captain. He also earned a Doctorate in Homeland Security.
Today, Dr. Nguyen serves as a Criminal Justice Professor at College of the Ozarks.
VMCO General Meetings are on the third Thursday of every month at 12 noon. Located at the Golden Corral on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway in Branson. (optional lunch service starts at 11am, for $12 when purchased at the VMCO registration desk) Check us out in person, Facebook, or go to VMCO1.org.
Set aside these 2026 Meeting Dates :
April 16
May 21
June 18
July (No Meeting)
August 20
September 17
October 15
November (No Meeting)
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Mark your calendars for the Third Annual 2026 Spring into Life Senior Fashion Show and Tribute to Veterans. It’s a wonderful event filled with fun, community spirit, and a meaningful purpose.
The senior models—many of whom are Veterans and Veteran spouses—will showcase today’s fashions from local boutiques and shops. Each model will be escorted by a Veteran, with many proudly wearing their full dress uniforms.
Guests will also enjoy refreshments and a Silent Auction featuring items from businesses in Branson and Springfield. Businesses and individuals are invited to support this event through several sponsorship opportunities designed to fit a variety of levels. (see below for levels) Contact 417-693-2338 or EChristopher@sonidaliving.com for more information.
There is no charge to attend. Donations are welcome and can be made using the QR code shown below, with all proceeds benefiting VMCO.
We hope to see you there!
May 28
5-7pm
located at the Old Glass Place, 521 E. St Louis St.. Springfield, MO. ... See MoreSee Less
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