Please consider donating to the veterans in your community. The American Legion of Iowa accepts donations for a variety of programs that benefit veterans, communities, and youth.
Or you can learn more about the following charitable foundations:
Gary Sinise Foundation: http://www.garysinisefoundation.org/
Wounded Warrior Project: http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
Iowa Veterans Home: http://ivh.iowa.gov/volunteer-or-donate.aspx