Jax State Victory Center & Victory Workforce Development Services

The Jax State Victory Center—a Calhoun County–based program providing mental health services and career/employment support for veterans and their families—is hosting a February Donation Drive to support our elder veterans living in local veteran retirement and assisted living homes.

This month, we’re partnering with our amazing community to assemble care packages filled with comfort and appreciation. We’re currently accepting donations such as:

- Hygiene products
- Word games & activity items
- New socks
- Other comfort items

All donations made to the Jax State Victory Center are tax-deductible.

🗓 Donation deadline: February 20, 2026
🚚 Care package deliveries: February 23–27, 2026
(Late donations are welcome!)

✨ As a thank-you, all donating partners will be spotlighted on our social media and, when applicable, in news articles.

📍 Drop-off location:
100 Gamecock Drive, Suite 1145
Anniston, AL 36205
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Pickup can also be arranged!

📞 Questions or want to coordinate a pickup?
Contact Jacob Phillips at [email protected]
or 256-782-8879
or Mrs. Christine Franklin at [email protected]

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post! Thank you for helping us honor and care for those who served our country.

🎉 Big News from Victory Workforce!🇺🇸

Our team was honored to travel to Washington, D.C. for the Department of Wars Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) Induction Ceremony, where Victory Workforce was proudly inducted as a new MSEP partner. This national partnership supports meaningful career opportunities for military spouses, and acceptance requires a rigorous vetting process—making this recognition especially meaningful.

We are also proud Spouse Ambassador Network (SAN) partners, further strengthening our commitment to military spouses and their families. A special moment for us was having Jacksonville State University President, Dr. Don Killingsworth, walk across the stage to show his support and formally acknowledge our partnership. As a military-friendly institution, JSU continues to demonstrate its dedication to service members, veterans, and military families.

This milestone reflects how deeply proud we are to support the men and women in uniform and those who stand beside them every day. 💙🤍❤️

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break! ❄️Now that we’ve all survived our first full week back, I wanted to share a few photos from right before the break.

We were honored to have a surprise visit to the Victory Center from Attorney General Steve Marshall and Mike Raita, Regional Director for Sen. Tommy Tuberville. Both shared how much they love the work being done here at the Center, especially our ability to serve veterans and the military-connected community. They expressed their excitement to see us continue to grow and expand our efforts to support those in need. We are incredibly grateful for their support and encouragement as we continue our mission to serve those who have served!

We hope you’ll take the time to stop by and check us out as well. 🥰

We had an amazing visit at the MTSU Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center today. This center is so beautiful and welcoming and is a great role model to look up to. I am so glad we had the honor to meet Lt. General Hubert, Dr. Hillary Miller, and Ms. Lori Ogden. ❤️ Thank you all for all you do for our Veterans, Military Members,and their families. You are such an inspiration. 🇺🇸

We had a wonderful visit from representatives from the Jacksonville State University Victory Center, Victory Workforce Development Services, and Alabama Power! We look forward to working with y'all!

📣 Reminder!
Our Resume Writing & Interview Prep Training is TODAY from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM — and there’s still time to register!

💻 This session is virtual, so you can join from anywhere.
📄 Perfect for Veterans and Veteran spouses looking to strengthen their job-search skills.

If you’d like to register for today’s session or explore our other upcoming trainings, simply use the link below:
👉 https://reg.learningstream.com/view/view_month.aspx?as=66&wp=453&aid=JSUVC

Don’t miss the chance to build your confidence, learn new strategies, and get a certificate of completion!

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What an incredible Veterans Week it has been for the Victory Workforce team! 🇺🇸💙

We had the honor of attending three amazing events celebrating and recognizing our nation’s heroes:

📚 Take a Vet to School Day — sponsored by The History Channel and hosted by Hokes Bluff High School, where the Victory Center was awarded a $1,000 check from Spectrum in support of their mission to serve Military Families!
🎓 Jacksonville State University’s Veterans Day Ceremony, where we were able to present along side Major General Bryan and Jacksonville State University's President.
🍽️ Anniston Country Club's, Rotary Club’s Veterans Day Luncheon, where we were honored to present in front of the community and fellow Veterans. We were also presented with a Rotary Club Coin at the end of the ceremony.

And we’re finishing up the week strong with the Gadsden State Hiring Event located on the Ayers Campus and then the UAB Veterans Expo in Birmingham!

We are so thankful for our community partners, Veterans, and families who made this week truly special. Every event is a reminder of how important it is to serve those who have served us. ❤️

📣 Attention Veterans & Military Spouses!
We’ve got exciting news — the Victory Workforce Development Services has opened a brand-new computer room just for YOU! 💻

Whether you need to update your résumé, search for jobs, complete training, or just have a quiet place to work — our space is ready and waiting.

✅ Free computer and internet access
✅ Supportive environment for career growth
✅ Located right inside the JSU McClellan Center

Come by, grab a seat, and take advantage of the resources designed to help you succeed!

📍 Suite #1111 - 100 Gamecock Drive, Anniston, AL
📞 (256) 782-8231

🚀 New Trainings. New Opportunities.

Empower your future with Victory Workforce Development Services!
Our FREE virtual trainings are designed to help Military Affiliated Individuals such as Active Duty, Reservists, Dependents, Veterans and Military Spouses build the skills needed to succeed in today’s workforce.

💻 Register now and take charge of your career!
👉 https://reg.learningstream.com/view/view_month.aspx?as=66&wp=453&aid=JSUVC

📅 Upcoming Training Schedule

🗓️ November
➡️ Nov 19: Resume Writing & Interview Prep — 5PM–7PM (Virtual)

🗓️ December
➡️ Dec 6: Intro to Small Business Development – Part 1 — 10AM–12PM (Virtual)
➡️ Dec 11: Intro to Small Business Development – Part 2 — 5PM–7PM (Virtual)

🗓️ January
➡️ Jan 10: Intro to Project Management – Part 1 — 10AM–12PM (Virtual)
➡️ Jan 15: Intro to Project Management – Part 2 — 5PM–7PM (Virtual)
➡️ Jan 24: Resume Writing & Interview Prep — 10AM–12PM (Virtual)

🗓️ February
➡️ Feb 7: Intro to Entrepreneurship – Part 1 — 10AM–12PM (Virtual)
➡️ Feb 11: Intro to Entrepreneurship – Part 2 — 5PM–7PM (Virtual)
➡️ Feb 19: Intro to Grants – Part 1 — 5PM–7PM (Virtual)
➡️ Feb 28: Intro to Grants – Part 2 — 10AM–12PM (Virtual)

✨ Don’t miss out — spaces fill quickly!

📲 Register today and get career-ready with Victory Workforce Development Services.

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📢Our first Training will be this Saturday, November 1 at 10am via TEAMS.

This training will go over creating impactful resumes, showcasing strengths and experiences, and practicing interview strategies to confidently connect with employers and advance career opportunities.

Please help to Spread the word and let anyone who may interested know, so that they can register to attend 🥰

Use the following link to view our calendar and register. ⬇️
https://reg.learningstream.com/view/view_month.aspx?as=66&wp=453&aid=JSUVC