C.A.V.A stands for Cleveland American Veterans Association. It is a registered non-profit 501c(3) veteran oriented charity formed in April, 2009.

C.A.V.A’s long-term mission is to establish nationwide housing for veterans and their spouses who are unable to afford traditional care or independent care facilities.

The immediate service the charity provides for wartime veterans is attainment of Aid & Attendance Improved Pension Benefit offered through the Department of Veteran Affairs.