guests can enjoy a free breakfast, generously sponsored by Vital Veterans Consultants
The Brevard Veterans Coalition is bringing together service, support, and community at its upcoming Veteran Resource Fair. This FREE event will take place Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Viera Community Center, 12300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Melbourne, FL 32940.
BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The Brevard Veterans Coalition is bringing together service, support, and community at its upcoming Veteran Resource Fair, a welcoming event that connects Brevard veterans and their families with the resources they deserve.
Taking place on April 4, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Viera Community Center in Melbourne, this event offers a one-stop opportunity for attendees to learn about a wide range of services, including healthcare support, benefits assistance, community programs, and more.
The goal is simple: ensure that every veteran in Brevard County knows where to turn for help, connection, and opportunity.
In addition to valuable information and networking, guests can enjoy a free breakfast, generously sponsored by Vital Veterans Consultants, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for conversation and engagement.
Whether transitioning to civilian life, seeking support, or simply looking to connect with fellow veterans and organizations, this resource fair is a meaningful way to build stronger ties within the community.
For more information, attendees can call 321-403-5857
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Steve Wilson moved to Brevard County in 1984 and has been a partner, along with Orville Susong, for the past 25 years with the Friday Night Locker Room, a broadcasting team that covers and reports on a wide variety of local events significant to the residents of the Space Coast and beyond. Their mission is to promote youth sports and the space industry, support first responders and law enforcement personnel, and showcase community and charitable events that are produced by our nonprofit partners in central Florida.
Steve Wilson was born in DeRidder, Louisiana and grew up in both New Orleans and Macon, Georgia. He moved to Brevard County in 1984 and retired from local government as the Community Advocate/Assistant to the City Manager with the City of Rockledge in 2018.
Among the awards and accolades Steve has received over the years are 15 + year Rockledge Little League volunteer, Brevard Public School Jefferson Award Recipient, Rockledge High School Raider Booster Award 2001, 2006, City of Rockledge Employee of the Year 2006, Rockledge Kiwanian of the Year 2006-2007, City of Rockledge Quality Public Service Award 2008, 2012, 2017, Rockledge Kiwanis Citizen of the Year 2012-2013, Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame – Sportscasting 2015, Rockledge High School Leadership and Service Award 2016, Central Florida Humanitarian Award 2017, Space Coast Inspiration Award – 2018, Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame – Lifetime Achievement – 2020, Ecofest Achievement Award – 2022, Quality Floridian Award – 2022, presented by U.S. Congressman Bill Posey, Florida House District 32 Constituent of the Week 4/20/25.
Wilson is especially proud of his chairing two fundraisers in support of pediatric cancer research through the St. Baldrick’s Foundation in honor of Merritt Island resident Julie Spurlock that raised over $25,000.00.
He has been a partner, along with Orville Susong, for the past 26 years with the Friday Night Locker Room, a broadcasting team that covers and reports on a wide variety of local events that are of significance to the residents of the Space Coast and beyond. Their mission is to promote youth sports, support first responders and law enforcement personnel, and showcase community and charitable events that are produced by our nonprofit partners in central Florida.
The Friday Night Locker Room has awarded hundreds of sports achievement plaques to Brevard County student-athletes over the years. They have also awarded more than $18,000 in academic scholarships to Brevard County high school seniors.
