BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles marked Veterans Day by recognizing residents who donated to the Military Family Assistance Fund when getting driver's licenses.

Drivers gave $1 at OMV customer service centers or public tag agent locations. Between Sept. 1, 2025 and Oct. 31, 2026, $16,832 was raised for the men and women who serve the country and state.

"Each donation shows a small token of appreciation for the men and women who served," OMV Commissioner Keith Neal said. "Every dollar raised can create a life-changing impact for our military families when they need support the most."

Through the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the fund pays up to $10,000 for housing, utilities, some medical services and other essential expenses for veterans and members of the Louisiana National Guard or Reserves facing financial hardship.