On Saturday, November 8, 2025, the American Legion Glen Peters Post 266 in Sarasota, Florida, will hold a Veterans Benefits Fair. The event is organized with Project: VetRelief and is intended to connect veterans, active-duty service members, and their families with support services. The fair will take place from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 5201 Richardson Rd, Sarasota. Admission is free.
More than 250 organizations will attend. They will offer information on benefits, housing, employment, and mental health. Staff from these agencies will assist veterans with the process of accessing available services.
Event coordinator Larry Roberts, a veteran and American Legion member, said the event aims to ensure veterans can access support. He noted the goal is to bring together organizations that serve veterans…