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About Code of Vets

A grassroots movement founded by veterans, for veterans.

Our Mission

We are bringing awareness and seeking practical solutions to the daily struggles and issues of our veteran community. Our mission is to take care of our own. One veteran at a time.

Gretchen Smith, founder of Code of Vets, holding a Nashville Stars baseball bat in front of a wooden American flag honoring Sgt. Danny E. Smiley

Our Founder

Gretchen Smith

Gretchen Smith, an Air Force Veteran, has dedicated herself to taking care of her fellow Veterans. The loss of her father, a Vietnam Veteran, from PTSD opened her eyes to the great needs of our American Heroes. From every $1 donated, .98 cents goes towards meeting needs. All of our financials are transparent because we want everyone to be fully aware that their money is going directly to places of need and is changing lives.

Media & Press

Code of Vets has been featured in local and national media. For press inquiries, please reach out directly.

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Financials & 501(c)(3) Info

Code of Vets is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We operate with full financial transparency — from every $1 donated, 98 cents goes directly to veterans in need.

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