News by subject: VET

Today, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) and Warrior Expeditions were joined by members of Congress at the U.S. Capitol to celebrate the departure of six wartime veterans as they embark on a cross-country bike ride to process and heal from the mental...

Henry Repeating Arms, one of the country's leading firearm manufacturers, has donated $25,000 to the Border Patrol Foundation (BPF) in support of the organization's mission to honor the memory of fallen U.S. Border Patrol agents and provide immediate...

Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark is inviting veterans, their families, and friends to join Memorial Day Masses on Monday, May 29, 2023, at 11:00 AM across various archdiocesan cemeteries.   Our Memorial Day...

U.S. Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) have introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize the need for greater connection to military members and veterans by designating Nov. 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day." The duo led...

Infleqtion, the world's quantum information company, announced the addition of retired United States Air Force Major General Cameron Holt to its Advisory Board. General Holt most recently served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Contracting,...

After more than 35 years of military service for our country, Michael "Jake" Johansson was ready to start the next chapter in his personal and professional life. He had traveled around the world extensively, commanding squadrons in Iraq and...

In response to the growing need to address the complicated grief from service-connected illness and drug and suicide loss, the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF), and American Red Cross Military and...

On this Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15, 2023, the United State Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU) is honoring the United States Capitol Police by providing breakfast to the officers on duty. The U.S. Capitol Police have been protecting the...

Veterans Guardian, a leading veteran-owned and operated pre-filing consulting firm, proudly endorses the Preserving Lawful Utilization of Services for Veterans (PLUS) for Veterans Act of 2023 (H.R. 1822). Introduced by Representatives Bergman (R-MI),...

During May, Clear Channel Outdoor Americas (CCOA) , the Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA) and the United Service Organizations (USO)?America's leading nonprofit organization supporting service members and their families?are...

Ace Hardware is collaborating with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) once again this year to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country by giving away 1 million American flags nationwide on Saturday, May 27,...

Erase PTSD Now, a passionate nonprofit focused on eradicating post-traumatic stress from the lives of those impacted by it, along with founder, Dr. Eugene Lipov, is proud to announce the launch of a campaign to change the term post-traumatic stress...

After a thorough and comprehensive audit of Fiscal Years 2019 & 2020 by the Internal Revenue Service Tax Exempt/Government Entities division, American Veterans Honor Fund officially received a "clean bill of health" last week. The audit process and...

Evie King was named the 2023 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year® for her outstanding commitment to the military community. Her extraordinary leadership and tireless advocacy for mental...

National University (NU), the veteran-founded nonprofit university serving 40,000 students nationwide of which one in four are servicemembers or veterans, announces 35 recipients have been awarded one of the new military spouse scholarships of $5,000...

Frontline Healing Foundation is proud to announce it will be a Carry The Load non-profit partner for the 2023 Memorial May campaign. Carry The Load is a non-profit that provides active ways to connect Americans to the sacrifices of our military,...

This May, Cohen Veterans Network (CVN), a not-for-profit philanthropic organization that serves post-9/11 veterans, active duty service members and their families through a nationwide system of mental health clinics, is partnering with the SAFE...

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) is pleased to announce the honorees of the 13th annual Heroes of Military Medicine Awards. The special event, held May 11, 2023, in Washington, D.C., brings top...

A Florida television station and a publication focused on military issues will receive American Legion Fourth Estate Awards during the 104th National Convention of the nation's largest veterans organization in Charlotte, N.C., on August 31....

In honor of Military Appreciation Month in May, Pilot Company is furthering its commitment to helping veterans transition back into the workforce with a $100,000 donation to Hire Heroes USA, an organization dedicated to providing quality employment...

Industry-leading coaching company Exos today announced the expansion of its social impact program, Coach for Good, with a new initiative supporting military members transitioning from active duty. Exos will partner with Shields & Stripes to grant...

With the world of work changing rapidly, it is increasingly important that businesses and their workers recognize the needs of a dynamic labor market. Workers' values and expectations have evolved, with many requiring companies to adopt and implement...

PenFed Credit Union, the nation's second-largest federal credit union, was recognized as the Easterseals DC MD VA Corporate Advocate of 2023 for its exemplary commitment to advancing opportunities for children and adults with disabilities, including...

Easter Seals Greater Houston announced today it will receive a grant of $45,000 to support High School/High Tech. The program educates, mentors and helps students with disabilities gain the skills they need to graduate from high school before...

The Honor Foundation (THF), a unique transition institute that serves U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) by providing a clear process for their transition from military to civilian careers, announced today it will be opening a new campus at Joint...

Supplier.io, the leading data, analytics and SaaS provider of supplier diversity management solutions, today announced a partnership with the U.S. Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce that adds military spouse-owned business data to Supplier.io's...

Helping a Hero, a non-profit providing support for military personnel severely injured in the war on terror, Bass Pro Shops and Lennar, one of the nation's leading homebuilders, broke ground on a wheelchair-accessible home for U.S. Marine Corporal...

VETS Indexes is excited to unveil the 2023 honorees for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards. A record number of employers ? more than double last year's total ? participated in the 2023 program, which recognizes the organizations most committed to...

Today, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America's Oldest Brewery®, announced the return of their limited-edition Team RWB camo cans. The Traditional Lager camo cans support Yuengling's partnership with military veteran nonprofit Team Red, White & Blue...

Veteran Ventures Capital's ("Veteran Ventures") Veteran Fund I is proud to announce an investment in Vantage Robotics ("Vantage"). With their advanced drone and enabling technologies, Vantage Robotics is revolutionizing the way the military and...

Excitement filled the air as Easter Seals Greater Houston clients, family members, supporters, community partners, service dogs, and staff entered the Houston Zoo for Walk With Me. After a week of turbulent weather, everyone, including the animals,...

The Bob Woodruff Foundation is thrilled to announce the second annual Veterans Classic will take place at the Westhampton Country Club on Monday, May 22 beginning at 10:30 am. In addition to the golf tournament, guests will have the opportunity to...

Veterans Help Group (VHG) has generously donated $10,000 to Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) to help support placement of skilled service dogs with wounded Veterans, and the organization's unique Mission Based Trauma Recovery (MBTR) program. The MBTR...

The Semper Cares Initiative, created by veteran owned & operated company Semper Solaris, aims to alleviate high energy costs for veterans and their families through programs such as free solar panel installation and roofing replacement. The...

ICA, an Edcetera company, today announced it has received approval for GI Bill Education Benefits Funding, enabling eligible veterans to receive full reimbursement for the company's online home inspector training course....

Today, Veterans Guardian VA Claim Consulting is pleased to announce its status as the 2023-2024 National Presenting Sponsor for Irreverent Warriors. Each day, at least 22 Veterans and military service members die by suicide. Irreverent Warriors is...

The PenFed Foundation, a national 501(c)3 founded by PenFed Credit Union, brought together two of its valued partners at a Fort Lauderdale airshow to create a memorable experience for a military teen with a passion for aviation. The special day...

Semper Solaris is a local and veteran owned Solar Company and our commitment to veteran advocacy is best exemplified by its Semper Cares Initiative. Semper Cares is an ongoing program...

War wounds are not always physical. Invisible wounds are among the most common for veterans who served after 9/11, according to the latest data from Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Every year, the nonprofit asks the warriors it serves what health...

USAA today released its 2022 Annual Report to Members, highlighting examples of its service to members last year ? its 100th anniversary year ? including auto insurance innovations, an updated mobile app and added value through the elimination of ATM...

In honor of May being National Military Appreciation Month, Crown Royal is proud to continue to celebrate and recognize the men and women who have so selflessly served our country. The whisky brand has been...

Harpoon Brewery ? the maker of New England's Original IPA ? announces the release of two new lager beers, American Flyer Light and American Flyer Lager. $1 of each case sold will support military families and those of fallen or disabled service...

Angle Health, the digital-first, full-stack healthcare benefits platform that brings transparency, simplicity, and ease of use to members, employers, and brokers in a frictionless experience, announced today it has appointed Sunny Chen as its Chief...

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The stars and stripes of the No. 14 AJ Foyt Racing Chevrolet is ready not only to race in the 107th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge but to raise awareness ? and donations ? for Homes For Our Troops (HFOT). The nonprofit builds...

The Navy Mutual Aid Association ("Navy Mutual") is proud to announce the election by our Membership of three new board members: Vice Admiral Allen G. Myers, USN (Ret.), Captain Gary A. Rogeness, USN (Ret.), and Captain Robert W. Warren, USCG (Ret.);...

Helping a Hero, a non-profit providing support for military personnel severely injured in the war on terror, Bass Pro Shops and Lennar, one of the nation's leading homebuilders, broke ground on a wheelchair-accessible home for U.S. Army Staff...

84 Lumber, the nation's largest privately held building materials supplier, is proud to take part in Military Appreciation Month this May. The company is celebrating the month by highlighting the stories of associates who have served in the military,...

Hearing aid innovator Signia today announced that its industry-leading Augmented Xperience (AX) portfolio is now available with enhancements to military veterans through U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) audiologists, active military members...

All guests dining at all locations of Texas de Brazil Churrascarias within the U.S. will be able to support The Honor Foundation (THF) and its mission to serve veterans transitioning out of the military with honor for life, so their next mission is...