About Us

Dryhootch was started in 2008 by a group of Vietnam veterans who wanted to help the Iraq/Afghanistan generation of vets with reintegration issues, in addition to helping vets from all eras.  They started by selling coffee out of a tent at “Reclaiming Our Heritage” on the Zablocki VA grounds.  After receiving a grant in 2009, they purchased an outreach truck to take to events throughout Wisconsin.  In 2010, Dryhootch found a permanent location for a coffee house and support group center on Brady St. in Milwaukee.