Initiative in development
TheVeterans Entertainment Corps
Talent in Service. Purpose in Performance.
A veteran-centered entertainment workforce and community arts initiative, now being planned and built.
Supported by DeROUX LLC
Mission
Mission
To create flexible, paid, purpose-driven entertainment opportunities for veterans while delivering professional performances, productions, and community programs that strengthen belonging and public connection.
Planned programs & participation
Built for the talent veterans bring.
The Corps is planning opportunities for veterans across the entertainment craft.
- Musicians
- Vocalists
- Technicians
- Producers
- Storytellers
- Event professionals
- Mentors
Paid performance opportunities
Planned flexible, paid engagements for veteran performers and crew, scheduled around the realities of veterans' lives.
Production & technical crews
Planned roles for sound, lighting, stage, and production work alongside professional teams.
Storytelling & community arts
Planned programs that share veteran stories with the public and invite local communities in.
Mentorship
Planned pairing of experienced creatives and event professionals with participants building their craft.
Programs described here are plans under development. Details, eligibility, and timing are still being shaped.
Event bookings
Bring veteran talent to your stage.
We're exploring engagements where professional, veteran-led performance and production can serve your audience.
- Festivals
- Ceremonies
- Conventions
- Employer events
- Community events
Partnerships & sponsorship
Partner in building something lasting.
We welcome conversations with employers, venues, event organizers, community organizations, and sponsors who share this mission.
Ways to support
Where support will make a difference.
Participant pay
Helping ensure veterans are paid fairly for their talent and time.
Equipment
Instruments, sound, and stage gear for rehearsals and performances.
Transportation
Getting participants and gear to rehearsals and engagements.
Rehearsal space
Reliable places to practice, build shows, and gather.
Production
Staging, lighting, and technical resources for professional shows.
Mentorship
Time and expertise from experienced artists and event professionals.
Donations are not being accepted yet.
The Corps' operating path is still being determined, and no payment or donation arrangements are in place. Nothing on this site processes payments. If you'd like to offer support, send an inquiry and we'll be in touch once arrangements are ready.
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Useful resources
Official veteran resources.
Links to official government resources. These are independent services; the Corps does not provide or guarantee any benefit.
- VA Education and Career CounselingOfficial U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs career and benefits counseling.www.va.gov/careers-employment/education-and-career-counseling/(opens in a new tab)
- VA Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)Official VA vocational rehabilitation and employment program information.www.va.gov/careers-employment/vocational-rehabilitation/(opens in a new tab)
- SBA Veteran Small Business ResourcesU.S. Small Business Administration resources and certifications for veteran entrepreneurs.www.sba.gov/veterans(opens in a new tab)
- National Resource DirectoryA federal directory connecting service members, veterans, and families with resources.www.nrd.gov/(opens in a new tab)
Independent civilian initiative
The Veterans Entertainment Corps is an independent civilian initiative supported by DeROUX LLC. It is not part of, and is not officially affiliated with or endorsed by, the U.S. Department of Defense, any branch of the U.S. military, or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Its organizational and operating structure is still being determined; no tax-exempt, charitable, or nonprofit status is claimed. Programs and opportunities described on this page are under development.