Local Construction • Community Impact

Building Our Future:
A New Home for Veterans in Southampton

We are constructing a state-of-the-art facility right here in town to expand housing, training, and comprehensive support services for veterans and their families.

Total Project Cost: $48 Million  |  Initial Funding Ask: $15 Million
OUR VISION

A Permanent Home for Hope, Healing, and Opportunity

This new facility will serve as the cornerstone of our mission in Southampton, Massachusetts. Built locally by our community, it will provide integrated housing, intensive training programs, and wraparound support services under one roof.

By constructing here in town, we are not only creating a lasting resource for veterans but also generating local jobs, supporting the economy, and strengthening our community for generations to come.

What the Facility Will Include

  • Long-term supportive housing units
  • State-of-the-art training classrooms and workshops
  • On-site mental health and wellness services
  • Job placement and career development center
  • Community spaces for veterans and families
  • Administrative and program operations headquarters
Local machine shop and construction training environment
Local build in progress — creating lasting impact for our community.
Local construction in action — building skills and futures together.
PROJECT BUDGET

Transparent Breakdown of the $48 Million Project

Every dollar is carefully allocated to create a sustainable, high-impact facility that will serve veterans for decades.

Category Cost
Land Acquisition $8,000,000
Construction (Local Build) $30,000,000
Furnishings & Equipment $3,000,000
Staffing (First Year) $4,500,000
Program Operations $2,500,000
Total Project Cost $48,000,000
Initial Funding Request
$15,000,000

This initial ask will fund land acquisition, site preparation, and the first phase of construction. Additional phases will be supported through diversified funding sources as outlined in our Sustainability Plan.

WHY LOCAL CONSTRUCTION MATTERS

Building Community While Building the Future

Local Jobs & Economy

Construction will create hundreds of local jobs and support Southampton businesses through the use of regional contractors, suppliers, and tradespeople.

Sustainable & Modern Design

The facility will be built to high environmental standards, reducing long-term operating costs and serving as a model for community development.

Lasting Community Asset

A permanent, purpose-built space that will serve veterans and families for decades while strengthening the fabric of our town.

TEAM & OPERATIONS

Staffing Organization

The new facility will be operated by a highly qualified, veteran-centered team dedicated to delivering integrated housing, training, and support services.

Program Director (Veteran Services Lead)

Oversees all program operations, strategic planning, and service delivery. Ensures alignment with veteran-centered values and coordinates across housing, training, and support teams.

Career Development Coaches

Provide one-on-one guidance on career planning, resume building, interview skills, and professional development to help veterans achieve sustainable employment.

Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor (Trauma-Informed)

Delivers trauma-informed mental health support, counseling, and crisis intervention tailored to the unique experiences of justice-involved and transitioning veterans.

Employment Placement Specialist (Key Role)

Builds and maintains employer partnerships, matches veterans to job opportunities, and provides ongoing job retention support to ensure long-term success.

Peer Veteran Mentors

Lived-experience mentors who provide peer support, navigation assistance, and role modeling to help participants build confidence and community.

Administrative & Case Management Support

Handles intake, case coordination, benefits navigation, scheduling, and administrative functions to ensure seamless service delivery and accurate record-keeping.

This multidisciplinary team will work collaboratively to deliver holistic, veteran-centered services in the new facility.

Help Us Build the Future

Your support will help us create a transformative space that provides housing, training, and hope for hundreds of veterans each year.

All contributions are tax-deductible. Learn more about our funding strategy on the V-REP page.