“H.A.V.A.’s support helped me navigate VA benefits and rebuild my life after service.”
— Marie Dubois, U.S. Army Veteran
Veterans Week 2026
Honor their service.
Celebrate our
community.
Stand with the Haitian American Veterans Association this November. Cheer us on along Fifth Avenue, then gather with us to honor veterans in our community.
Service. Heritage. Community.
November 11 · Manhattan
A proud presence on Fifth Avenue.
Bring your family and friends to cheer on H.A.V.A. at the 2026 NYC Veterans Day Parade. Honor our veterans, celebrate their service, and proudly represent our Haitian American community.
- Date
- Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- Parade begins
- 1:00 p.m.
- Location
- Fifth Avenue · Manhattan, NYC
Marching with H.A.V.A.?
Arrive 12:30 p.m.Assembly instructions for marchers, including float riders.
- Formation location
- Fifth Avenue between 23rd and 24th Streets. Face north, closer to 23rd Street.
- Enter the parade area
- 23rd Street at Fifth Avenue.
- At the float
- Line up at the float and stay close to it. Keep the street as clear as possible; other large vehicles will arrive.
No vehicles — as noted in the assembly flyer.
View the full assembly flyer
Parade organized by the United War Veterans Council. Assembly details are from the supplied 2026 Parade Committee flyer.
November 21 · St. Albans
Good company.
A shared purpose.
Veterans Day Brunch
Join the Haitian American Veterans Association as we honor and celebrate our veterans, with special guests and recognition of veterans in our community.
- When
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
- Where
- The Edward Davis Center
- 118-35 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Our Mission
The Haitian American Veterans Association, Inc. (H.A.V.A.) is a nonprofit organization that strives to maintain, improve, and guide veterans' way of life, nationally and internationally, through advocacy and a network of support and referral services.
We guide veterans to the Veterans Administration, social services, and other programs that are in place for them. We assist veterans who face challenges such as homelessness, reentry after combat, nutritional needs, and many other veteran-related issues. In addition, H.A.V.A. develops educational and health workshops in various communities.
Honoring Our History
It is also our mission to promote the military history of Haitian American Veterans. Their contribution to the United States is immeasurable as Haitian soldiers have served in EVERY war in American history. We march in parades, attend festivals, and participate in other community functions representing Haitian American soldiers of the past and present and setting the precedent for future generations of Haitian American soldiers.
See Our ImpactServing in the U.S. Army has been a profound honor. As a Haitian American, I am proud to represent both my heritage and my adopted country. The strength and resilience of Haitian American veterans continue to inspire future generations.
— Sergeant Major Jean-Robert Alexandre
Voices of Our Community
“The workshops H.A.V.A. organizes have strengthened our community and honored our heritage.”
— Pierre Joseph, Community Leader“As a young veteran, H.A.V.A.’s mentorship gave me purpose and pride in my Haitian roots.”
— Jacques Michel, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran