Vets to Drones

Vets to Drones is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It connects military veterans to drone and unmanned systems careers. The organization was established in February 2023 and describes itself as a nationwide community.

The group offers no-cost Part 107 training for veterans. The training includes NIST standards, flight scenarios and job placement help. The site also offers mentorship, missions and job connections for members.

The site lists five mission areas. These are workforce development, K-12 STEM education, disaster response, conservation through aerial survey and mapping, and recreational therapy through flight. The site says trained crews are ready to support communities when needed.

The network includes members, partners, colleges, manufacturers and industry leaders. The site says the partners are building a veteran unmanned systems pipeline. The site also has a job board where partners can post jobs or hire vetted talent.

Organizations can sponsor a veteran, donate gear or hire members. The site also has a store and a page for capability statements and press materials. A one-page summary of the organization is available for partners and press.

The site lists separate contacts for leadership, partnerships and sales, portal support and media inquiries. The founder and CEO is Chris Lewis. The director of operations is Ben Poulin. The site has a contact page and a member login.