Dedicated Veteran Support in Eastern Tennessee
Operation Vet Rescue stands as a beacon of hope in Eastern Tennessee. This veteran-focused nonprofit offers crucial rescue and restore services, ensuring immediate safety and long-term stability for homeless veterans. Join our mission to make a difference. Contact us at (865) 205-5912 to learn more and lend your support.
Comprehensive Rescue and Restoration
Over 37,000 veterans experience homelessness nightly in the U.S., often facing PTSD, social isolation, and limited access to housing or VA services. Experience unparalleled support through direct emergency partnerships and a holistic rescue-to-restore approach, bridging vulnerability to empowerment and honoring every veteran’s sacrifice.
Evolving Stories of Resilience
Born from a heartfelt mission, Operation Vet Rescue transforms the lives of homeless veterans. Through a network of dedicated supporters, we offer immediate help and enduring change. Our advocacy amplifies their voices, urging communities nationwide to unite in rewriting these heroes' stories into ones of hope and resilience.
Our Mission
Operation Vet Rescue is dedicated to providing support, resources, and a path to healing for veterans in crisis. Our mission is to locate, assist, and guide veterans facing homelessness, mental health challenges, and isolation, ensuring they receive the care and respect they deserve. Through compassionate outreach, community partnerships, and tailored services, we aim to restore hope, stability, and dignity to those who have served our country.
Stephen Roche
CEO
A U.S. veteran dedicated to ending homelessness, Stephen leads Operation Vet Rescue with compassion, strategic vision, and unwavering commitment to supporting veterans in crisis.
Janet Trust
COO
Janet manages daily operations and logistics, ensuring programs run efficiently while strengthening partnerships that deliver vital housing, health, and recovery resources to veterans.
Daniel Pastora
CTO
Strategic HR executive driving global initiatives, aligning technology and experience to deliver results; collaborative problem solver and proud Air Force Veteran.
Henry Mireles
CSO
Chief Security Officer and strategic leader driving enterprise security, risk mitigation, and protection initiatives; disciplined U.S. Navy Veteran.
Richard Kellenberger
CFO
Retired U.S. Navy Veteran and CFO with expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, and disciplined leadership driving organizational success.
Mascot / Top Dog: Mr. Cloud
Mr. Cloud is a proud rescue from the Humane Society of Knox. After extensive training, he now serves as our loyal service and emotional support companion — and, of course, the official belly-rubbing ambassador! Loved by everyone he meets, Mr. Cloud reminds us daily that rescue dogs truly rescue us right back.