Costa Launches Valentines for Vets Program

FRESNO, Calif. - Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) launched the “Valentines for Vets” program to collect and distribute Valentines to local veterans in California's 21st Congressional District. 

San Joaquin Valley residents and classrooms are encouraged to participate in the “Valentines for Vets” program by dropping off or mailing cards to Costa’s offices in Fresno and Visalia.

The deadline for submission is Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, by 5:00 P.M.

On Valentine’s Day, cards will be hand-delivered to local veterans at the Fresno VA Hospital and Fresno Vet Home. If you have any questions or want to arrange a pick-up, please call our Fresno District office at (559) 495-1620.  

HOW TO PARTICIPATE: 

• Grab your art supplies or write a heartfelt note to a local Veteran. 
• No glitter or sealed envelopes. 
• Participating schools and organizations with a large volume of Valentines for Veterans may contact our office to arrange a pick-up.

PLEASE MAIL OR DROP OFF CARDS TO: 

• Fresno District Office: 2440 Tulare Street, Suite 420, Fresno, CA 93721 
• Visalia District Office: 425 E. Oak Ave, Suite 202, Visalia, CA 93291