When over 400,000 Veterans and service members send pictures and thank you notes for the amazing experiences and life-long memories provided by a non-profit organization—free of charge, the impact is unquestionable. Photos of smiling families, happy couples, and close friends embracing, with a stadium or stage in the background, turn the words of a mission statement into reality. Veterans Ticket Foundation, or VetTix, makes this happen every day.
VetTix provides free tickets to Veterans and service members with the aim of reducing stress, strengthening family bonds, building life-long memories and encouraging connections with local communities. How it works: First, VetTix secures tickets to sporting events, concerts, performing arts, educational and family activities. Then, Veterans sign up online, where their service is verified. Finally, members, or ‘VetTixers,’ request tickets to events that interest them, pay a small delivery fee and receive their free tickets.
“When our Veterans go to an event for free, we want them to enjoy, relax, spend precious time with their families, and feel a part of American life,” said VetTix CEO Mike Focareto. “That’s what we are committed to creating every day. And we’re excited to partner with VA to bring positive experiences to more, not only Veterans, but their families as well.”[carousel ids=”64003,64004,64005,64000,63998,63995″]
VA saw the incredible work VetTix is doing for Veterans across the country and signed a partnership between the two organizations, focused on improving Veterans lives. Officially called a Memorandum of Understanding, the agreement is centered in engaging Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors to increase awareness of the resources available in both organizations. VA promises to give Veterans information on the VetTix program through social media, local facilities and email outreach campaigns, and VetTix promises to send VA information on who they are serving and the impact, plus, outreach to their member population on VA programs and services. It’s a win-win for both organizations.
“VA is thrilled to move forward on this official agreement with VetTix,” said Dr. Lynda Davis, Chief of VA’s Veteran experience office. “We’ve seen and heard the feedback and fruits of their labors and are excited to see what we can do together in continuing to serve our Veterans and their families. We are constantly looking for resources inside and outside of VA that improve the Veteran experience and quality of life, and VetTix feels like a perfect fit.”
‘Give Something to Those Who Gave’
VetTix is a national non-profit, non-governmental 501c(3) tax-exempt organization reporting a 95% charity rate, meaning 95 cents out of every dollar they receive goes back to the Veterans and military members they serve. They recently announced surpassing the 7 million tickets given mark.
Visit them at www.vettix.org for more information.
Disclaimer: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services on the part of the VA
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I’ve been totally unable to sign up my husband even though scanning his service records. Not an easy process. He is signed up at ID me, and we get emails from them. He is 82 years old and I’m sad that he cannot enjoy tickets to events he would enjoy.
I never accepted a free ticket or a free meal based on my service and never will. I do accept the Comp & Pen I receive from my fellow-Americans monthly but the idea of showing up with my hand out for free stuff is otherwise abhorrent to me.
It is the same principle as your pension Richard, you earned it. Further, you deny fellow-citizens the joy of doing something to show their appreciation to veterans.
For a long time, I had the same thoughts as Mr Savard I changed my point of view after a discussion with a person that donates tickets to events. His thoughts were veterans, for the most part, veterans do not ask or accept free hand out based their status as a veteran. He then submitted he is offering gifts as a token of his appreciation. He then asked if I accept samples if offered at Costco? He said the I have been offered the samples based upon my membership in Costco as a qualification to for given the food sample. His idea is he does not offer a handout nor do veterans ask for one. He also suggested the donor may have an attitude of his appreciation is not good enough to be accepted.. For thought
The last concert I won tickets to using VetTix was a Ticketmaster event. I was directed to TM’s website where I had to sign up and go through several pages before claiming my vouchers. Then I started receiving several emails a day from TM which I did not want for events I was not interested in attending. So basically, VT pimped my name out to TM. And I’m sure they profited from this. I had to unsubscribe several times from TM because once wasn’t enough. I contacted VT to share my thoughts and heard nothing. So I took my name off their site. Now if I want tickets to a baseball or concert I walk up to the booth and buy them. I can enjoy the show and not be bombarded with advertisements in my email box.
I ha e been with Vettix for 5 years now. I have been to a dozen events every year. There is a lot events. Sometimes I have to pay the 3rd party fees but it usually $12, I get four tickets every time. I don’t take advantage of military discounts ever, I’m proud of what I accomplished in the 10 years I served. I don’t feel anyone owes me anything. I’m just not that person, but for the hard work vettix dose for us that served, is truly amazing. Especially when I get 4 tickets too enjoy some time with my grand kids. Most of the vettix volunteers are Veterans themselves.
I attempted to sign up but when I was told I had to submit copies of my retiree ID card, DD214, and retirement certificate, knowing other senior enlisted veterans were not required to do that, and knowing about all the stolen valor, then realizing all my retired senior enlisted veteran friends were all male, and I’m a female, I said NO THANKS!! Good Ole’ Boys Club alive and well!
Seems like the same people get the tickets every time. I’ve tried a few times and no luck. It’s easier to save up for a couple of years and buy the ticket yourself.
Would like to take my kids to a football game
Use the following link to sign up for tickets: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I have a VA CARD & ID ME ALSO WILL NOT LET ME IN TO APPLY FOR TICKETS
It does not appear this offer is going to be easy to take advantage of. There is nothing saying how this is done or the timelines.
Thanks
Follow the link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738 and follow the instructions to sign up
My husband refuses to sign up or even hear the details because he thinks it’s a scam.
It is definitely not a scam, I was suspicious at first but went with a friend to a NBA basketball game, not knowing at the time it was thanks to vet tix. Since then I’ve started using the tickets to make my daughter’s dreams of seeing some of her favorite bands a reality. Thank you vet tix
I felt the same way at first, especially when going through the verification process. Proof of Service is required, so it’s either a scan of your DD214 or current orders or maybe LES (?). Not sure, as I joined after Retirement, but they do stress to block out your SSN and that they delete your form after verification. I appreciate and respect the level of vetting, so as to ensure that TRUE Vets & their Families benefit from what this great Organization tries to do. it is completely legit. I have been to many Nationals games, a few soccer matches, a pre-season Ravens game, concerts & festivals. Just a couple of Vets that started something great back in 2008 (?). Another bonus is that you are usually sitting in a section that is all VetTix recipients, so the Military Comradery & networking can continue (or some Service Rivalry drinking!). I donate $ & tix when able to: “Pay it Forward”. – A/ATW
Funny how you see all these folks receiving benefits but NO instructions or links to show how they got them!!!…… Really SAD!!!!
Hello. How do you sign up?
Please use the link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I live in Richmond Maine now
Moved with girlfriend
Would love to go to an event
I am a proud Veteran USMC
I had the same experience on multiple occasions- the verification process is multi- flawed.
Finally gave up
I can not make the web sight work for me.
Please use attached link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I would love some free tickets and more information about it
Please use the following link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I tried to enroll and had difficulty. So, I donated in hopes of getting access to a human I could speak with. I really want to enroll, but continually get rebuffed. PLEASE have someone contact me, Thanks
I had the same problem, enroll, wait to get verified and nothing happens. Try to sign back in again to restart the process and site claims it doesn’t recognize the sign in. Endless cycle and nothing. Gave up.
I’m a navy veteran I’m homeless trying hard to get help with the VA. I think any program that will help the men who gave there time for their country is great.
VetTix is NOT a scam! I’ve had the pleasure of attending various events using this service. Do yourself a favor and at least look at it. https://www.vettix.org/ref/365828
THANK YOU VETTIX!!!!
I live near Laughlin Nevada and not too far from Las Vegas. Where would I check for availability of tickets for vets in these two cities?
I am in the Washington, DC area, pls. tell me how would I get free tickets to events close by. I am a veteran.
Lots of events in the DC area, especially Nationals games. Website walks you through the registration process, be patient. Proof of Service is required. I scanned in my DD214 since I was Retired. Not sure what First Responders use, but if you use Code# 465181 when registering, we both receive “Coins” that are used when requesting premier, high profile event tickets. Enjoy! – A/ATW
Military can go to: https://www.vettix.org/ref/465181
First Responders can go to: https://www.1sttix.org/ref/465181
Use the link to sign up: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
If you have an account you click on the tickets tab. Please use this link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
iam ur single veteran who needs free tickets.
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband! God bless you with the strength to carry on!
How can I get tickets and is there anything for Branson,Mo. ?
I would like to utilize this service
How do get tickets? I live in the Kansas City area. What type tickets do I get?
When you sign up you can setup filters for tickets.
How do I sign-up to get the Vetix
Please use the following link to sign up:
Your organization provides a great service for my fellow disabled veterans. Thank you for kindness and generosity.
MSC(SS)Arthur Yogy Weinberger, USN Retired
Please send information for free tickets
To my email address thank you it’s a great thing
Just go to vettix.org and sign up. It’s easy and can be done in minutes! I’ve been using Vet Tix for over two years and have gone to dozens of great concerts, sports events, and other things like the Georgia Renaissance Festival, Comicon, etc for FREE! They do charge a small service charge, but it’s very small compared to the value of the tickets! For example, I got four tickets on the 30 yd line at last year’s Peach Bowl at M ercedes Benz Stadium for only $14.97 – that’s not for each ticket, but all four! I LOVE Vet Tix!
How do I sign up for free sporting events?
I very much appreciate your help.
It’s just another scam to screw over vet’s who have already been screwed over. Don’t give up your personal info. You’ll never live it down with constant barrage of emails and unwarranted text messages. Trust me
I love VetTix and I can’t wait to help more Veteran’s when I retire in a few years and can
volunteer to take Vets to medical appointments etc. We need to take care of one another.
How do I sign up for tickets?
Use the link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
and sign up with your information and your service will need to be verified with TroopID
Please use the following link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I would like to receive free tickets to the event mentioned. I am a vet and would like to know how to join VetTix. I am on SSDI and income is limited so this would help greatly with getting out to see other people.
Hey David. you have to go to https://www.vettix.org make an account and then you can apply for the fee tickets. heads up, its a mixed bag. sometimes its yankees tickets, other times its less impressive stuff.
I love the opportunities provided by VetTix. However I don’t always take pictures of me at the event. When I try to provide a thank you note on the VetTix site it doesn’t allow my comment to post without pictures.
Are you still eligible if you’re only rated at 70% disabled? The tickets are only sent on a requested basis correct? How much is the small delivery fee?
How do I sign up? I am handicapped and used to go to sporting events but now that I need a scooter to get around I’m reluctant because of the stairs at sporting events. I know that some venues have handicap access but do all of yours and do your tickets have handicap access. Thank you
The fee is approximately $15 for tickets requested. Doesn’t matter if you get one or four. All veterans are able to sign up regardless of disability percentage.
How do I sign up? I see a lot of people asking, but no
Please use the following link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
There is an option for handicap friendly seating when reserving seats.
I would like to join vertical!
How do I sign up
Use this link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I am 100 percent disability Vietnam veteran,it is awesome what you guys are doing.You having giving me courage,to fight and right to what I gave 40 months of my life serving in Nam.VA is still trying to not complete or give me what is due to me.
How can I & my husband both join vettix we are both veterans? Does the program costs anything?
No cost to the veteran.
Please use the following link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I tried Vet tix last year and they were great
Received a box seat, totally isolated from the good seats regarding this event. Given the opportunity to pay for expensive drinks, etc. Very likely that whoever donated the box seats got a nice tax write-off at my displeasure. When I complained, I was removed from vetfix.
This is my first time singn into this US Army from 1989-1999
I have attended more concerts, plays and sporting events in the past few months than I have in my previous 49 years of life. Thank you Vettix for making this option available for veterans. Yes, there are some strict rules that must be adhered to, and if not, there are real consequences ranging from brief suspensions, longer suspensions, and indefinite suspensions.
Because of these strict rules, I make it a point to make every effort to attend the events. I always leave feedback with a photograph of myself and family members; it’s the least one can do for getting something for free (or almost free). Sometimes I have a family member cancel at the last moment leaving me scrambling looking for a replacement. One time I accidentally requested tickets for a venue that was over 400 miles away forcing me to drive over six hours to attend the event or face suspension for a no show. Some events can be booked weeks in advance, but if something else comes up, there is no way to return the tickets, so be careful. While it is a net plus, there are still a few gotchas, so use the service wisely.
I would like to know more about free tickets.
Please use the following link to sign up: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I am Vietnam Army Veteran 1970 – 1971 100% S.C. since 1990. I am 68. Living in Las Vegas NV. WITH my wife 17 years. This will be GREAT ……..
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I’m a veteran, why do you send something like this. I have paid my dues, why you want to charge ?
I will like to receive free tickets
Very appreciated outfit! Had an awesome time in Las Vegas for a Kiss concert. Thank you so much!!
SFC David Drury USA
1991-2011
Hello! This is great and I am only just learning about it. How do I, as a Veteran sign up for VetTix?
https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
Hello! This is great and I am only just earning about it. How do I, as a Veteran sign up for VetTix?
Use link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
I dont think its fair i was in the navy and had a great eight years 2000 to 2008 got in a little encounter and got out on an oth. Iam still a veteran got my vet card and everything i can go to the va but your saying bc i got out on an oth iam not able to get vettixs. I dont think thats fair. Not putting anything down about this its a great thing your doing but iam a vet and can prove it but can get vettixs bc of oth
I dont think its fair i was in the navy and had a great eight years 2000 to 2008 got in a little encounter and got out on an oth. Iam still a veteran got my vet card and everything i can go to the va but your saying bc i got out on an oth iam not able to get vettixs. I dont think thats fair. Not putting anything down about this its a great thing your doing but iam a vet and can prove it but can get vettixs bc of oth
I would love Queen tickets for disabled veteran in ohio
real nice idea. we used it one time . was in nose bleed section. other closer seats were 10 dollars only. be nice if descent seating was given.
I think the location is dependent on what the donors provide. We were fortunate enough to go to a Casting Crowns concert where we sat 7th row, stage-side. Vet Tix provides a great service!!
Keep using them. We have gotten “nose bleed” tickets, but we have also gotten VIP Club seats as well. It is a wide array of seats that appear to be donated.
I have disability with server pain all over my body, oh well
100% service connected Army retired Abn, SF looking to join and if possible get information on how to get tickets ….
There is an event coming up at …. The palace theater in Wisconsin dells in Wisconsin on the 27th of August ….
My wife’s birthday …. How could I get tickets through tix vet ? …. Thanks for your time .. Bruce
Bruce just go to website and sign up make sure you check the boxes to receive notifications if not them log in go to the current tickets, open events, and select the city and state.
I had a great time going to see Pride Fighting with my two tickets from Vettix!!! Thanks
I am rated 100% VA Disabled, how do I receive free
Tickets? USAF TSgt Ret.
Sign up using the link: https://www.vettix.org/ref/331738
Then you can check out the free tickets in your area.
I’m going tonight to See Breaking Benjamin with 3 Days Grace and Dorothy, thanks to VetTix! Cannot Wait! I have been to at least 25 events through VetTix, and have never had bad seats!
We are so Thankful to the sponsors that donate to make it happen so many of us are Thankful our childreen really appreciate it just to see the big smile Thank you Sponser , Thank you Vett for helping us God Bless America
Since joining my husband and I have attended 4 concerts now! With the past year being financially difficult, it has been a nice break from reality to be able to attend a show! We even took our 4 year old to his first concert. We are Blessed. Thanks Vet Tix!
Vet Tix requires participants to submit pictures of their families or they will suspend your account. All those “thank you” notes are required.
That is simply not true. It is encouraged, but not required
Your statement is so untrue. VetTix requires that if you win tickets you must attend or be suspended briefly. Veterans can claim more “coins” by sending a pic of themselves at an event but in no way are they required. If you send a pic of yourself wearing VetTix gear, you win even more coins to bid on future events. Shame on you for spreading this falsehood.
Not fact… they don’t require participant to say thank you… but, if you want to say thank you they require a picture…
and if your request is flagged for security reasons and you want to continue with getting the tickets you agree to submit a thank you with a photo. Failure of agree flag clearing requirements will get you suspended some days
These rules have adapted over time and the reason is people taking ticket and not using them as intended. Bad people mess stuff up for ALL of us.
So, what you posted was not factual at all…
I suppose it would be much better to be ungrateful, eh? A selfie having a hell of a time at a free ass event is more than fair, I would think.
My husband signed up for Vettix and we attended a few events. He has since passed away. I was wondering if the spouse of a deceased veteran can join. Thank you.
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband! God bless you with the strength to carry on!
Vettix is awesome I just went to my first concert made possible by them and had a wonderful time. It felt great to go and do something normal!!!! It was a true blessing!
Being a disabled veteran i find it hard to go to out amongst the public. With bet Tix I know I will be around my fellow service members and I give a feeling of security.
Being on a fixed disability income it also affords me a chance to go to events that I would otherwise never be able to attend. Every time I receive a lottery winning bid I add a donation to the charitable funds to show my appreciation. Vet Tix is the best veterans participation program that has ever existed.
Can widows of service connected disabled vet join?
That’s so great! VetTix is a fantastic organization and the donors are incredibly generous. Here’s to an excellent partnership!
My family and I received tickets for the Heart concert in Maryland Heights, Missouri and we had a great time. We visited with other veterans seated next to us and it was awesome. Glad to see the VA supporting them. Semper Fi!
Ray Buhrmester
Sgt. USMC
1986-1995
Fantastic service, we recently joined vettix as my husband is army veteran and the amount of donated tickets for events in our area is simply amazing. So very blessed this service exists, doing our first ball game from vettix in August, very exciting stuff. Great organization to support