News by subject: VET

OpticsPlanet.com has launched their 'Mission for the Mighty' campaign a cause-based initiative that helps support veterans, service members and their families. 'Mission for the Mighty' campaign includes six weeks of exclusive sales promotions on...

MobileHelp®, a leader in mobile Personal Emergency Response Systems (mPERS) and healthcare technology, is proud to announce its support for Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) with a product donation of up to 36 of its MobileHelp Smart devices to...

EVANSTON, Ill., Sept. 8, 2018 Saturday, September 8th, 2018, Team Fastraxtm will make the Wildcats Ryan Field opener unforgettable with their fan favorite, patriotic American Flag demonstration jump. At 11am, the Northwestern Wildcats will kick off...

The Cohen Veterans Network, a national not for profit philanthropic organization, has extended its commitment to saving lives, saving families, and saving futures with a robust series of activities during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. CVN has...

Today, on behalf of Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), Democracy Forward appeared in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit to argue against the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) abrupt and unlawful rollback of a...

The Institute for Defense and Business (IDB) announced its 2018-2019 class of IDB Executive Fellows at an induction ceremony Thursday, September 6, at the Army and Navy Club in Washington, DC. The Executive Fellows Program is a unique opportunity for...

Thirty-six warriors coping with service-connected injuries will join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) on a monumental cross-country journey to raise awareness for veteran issues, tomorrow. Soldier Ride Across America ? beginning at One World Trade in...

Watkins Wellness, a division of Masco, showed its support for Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) today at the veterans charity's San Diego office during a check presentation. The donation will support Warriors to Work®, which helps warriors find...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) testified before the House Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity today as part of its ongoing advocacy efforts to improve the lives of warriors and their families. Speaking on behalf of WWP, Army veteran and Combat...

When casting began on the short film "Mirror Image", director Linda Shayne auditioned hundreds of actors to portray the federal agent characters. Versatility, believability, along with a combination of strength and vulnerability were essential for...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recognizes that working together and partnering with like-minded organizations produces a larger impact on the health and well-being of wounded veterans. This week, America's Warrior Partnership (AWP) will host its 5th...

Expanding its capabilities in digital health and data-driven research, Cohen Veterans Bioscience (CVB) today announced the formation of Early Signal, LLC, a wholly owned, non-profit subsidiary. The new subsidiary will be formed from the leadership...

Vice President of Business Services for Workforce Opportunity Services (WOS) Tony Amato will join a panel of experts at Smart Cities Week D.C. to discuss cultivating a thriving workforce that meets the demands of a dynamic economy. The breakout...

Injured veterans and their families explored the subterranean wonders of Marengo Cave during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) outing. "Signing up for these types of events makes me feel like a part of something,"...

The Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress, in collaboration with Homes For Our Troops (HFOT), will host a special Panel discussion on Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. The discussion, called Empowering Today's Severely Injured Veterans, will...

Bob Evans Farms, Inc. announced today that BeneFIT Medical Apparel, K9 Salute and Street Smarts VR are the three winners of the company's second annual Our Farm Salutes grant-giving program Heroes to CEOs. All three businesses will be awarded with a...

Draken International paid tribute to the late Senator McCain this week by personalizing one of their Douglas A-4 Skyhawks with the late senator's name on the aircraft's fuselage. As a Navy Captain, John McCain flew Douglas A-4 Skyhawks during the...

Caitlin Nicole Tannis is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional Member in the Military field in recognition of her role as Production Controller of the United States Marine Corps.                Established since 1775, the...

The University of New Mexico launched its fully online bachelor's degree in strategic communication on August 20, 2018 ? but interested students still have time to get on board in mid-October when second-half Fall semester classes begin. "In this...

In yet another rebuke of President Trump's anti-democratic, anti-worker executive orders, last week the Department of Veterans Affairs rescinded the order denying employees their representational rights at work....

During a simulation of being shipwrecked on a deserted island, warriors and their families worked together to ensure their team's survival during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. "It was the first time my wife...

Injured veterans practiced teamwork and challenged themselves with a ruck march in Laguna Beach, Calif.   "Physical events like this motivate me to stay in shape and keep me from isolation," said National Guard veteran...

Grace After Fire, a Houston-based organization solely focused on helping women veterans, is now better able to serve its clients thanks to fellow veteran Jason Rorie and his IT services company, Elevated Technologies. Rorie (a U.S. Navy veteran) and...

The world's largest annual workplace charitable giving campaign kicks off Sept. 1, and once again Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will participate. The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) provides an opportunity for military and civilian federal employees...

Sean Sanders learned to lead while serving his country. The Army veteran rose to the rank of first sergeant while enlisted for more than 20 years. Along the way, he led a team during his second tour of duty in Iraq. He led his troops into war and...

Warriors and their guests experienced the thrills of white water rafting while learning to work together during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) gathering. "I enjoy the outdoors and love the opportunity to be in the...

Andrea McCarren, one of Washington's most accomplished television journalists, is moving from WUSA9 (CBS) to PenFed Credit Union to lead the company's new digital division, PenFed President and CEO James Schenck announced today....

Wounded warriors and their guests crafted healthy salads and soups and had a chance to learn from expert chefs during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) cooking demonstration. "The cooking class was very informative,"...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today to mark the 75th anniversary of the...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today to mark Merchant Navy Veterans Day and the...

Warriors and their families visited the big cat residents of the Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) outing. "My wife and I attended last year's event at Catty Shack Ranch," said...

Injured veterans bonded while channeling their creativity to produce one-of-a-kind artwork as part of a woodworking class organized by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "I needed stress relief," said Army veteran Althea...

Warriors and their guests learned the fundamentals of throwing axes at targets and tested their accuracy as teams during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) outing. "My brother and I wanted to try something new, and...

Injured veterans discovered what it takes to train on a ninja warrior challenge course during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) outing. "It was a family event that got us out of the house, participating in an event...

Help support Nevada Gold Star Families with True Eagle, an energy drink that gives back 10% of proceeds to The Folded Flag Foundation.  True Eagle Energy Drink is now available at select Terrible Herbst stores and is kicking off with an amazing...

Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) the global advisor on staffing and workforce solutions has announced the 2018 List of Fastest Growing US Staffing Firms. The list ranks firms by compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) for revenue from 2013 to 2017,...

The Veterans Affairs (VA) now considers items equal to those offered by the American Heart Association (AHA) to be responsive for procurement purposes. A 100 million dollar market is now open to non-AHA business concerns and purchasing managers may...

Injured veterans and their families explored the beautiful, cultivated grounds of Naples Botanical Garden and its 150 acres of preservation lands with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "We were looking for something to...

Is the heat making you feel a little cranky? You might not realize you're dehydrated. Even at low levels, dehydration can put a strain on your energy and mood. It's vital to drink water throughout the day. Make a healthy...

The HeroZona Foundation, formerly named the Checkered Flag Run Foundation, has announced its 15th annual invitation-only D.C. Celebrate Arizona Caucus Brunch. Previously called the Arizona Delegation Brunch, the event will take place during the...

This week the Trump administration was delivered another blow against its attempts to undo our apolitical civil service system and dismantle unions across the country. In a recent decision by an independent arbitrator, the Department of Veterans...

Apartment Investment and Management Company (Aimco) raised more than $514,000 for beneficiaries of the 15th Annual Aimco Cares Charity Golf Classic, thanks primarily to the generosity of its business partners. This year's event held August 9 at...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is excited to announce CSX® as presenting sponsor of its new Carry Forwardtm 5K fitness challenge. "CSX is proud to partner with Wounded Warrior Project to honor the men and women who have...

Injured veterans and their guests gathered to be a part of a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) team during a 5K charity event for veterans. "Wounded Warrior Project connected me with the Run As One event, and teamed us up...

Maj. Gen. Tony Carrelli, Pennsylvania's adjutant general and head of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), attended an event to personally thank Veterans' Trust Fund (VTF) grant recipients for their work in support of the...

FirstLight Home Care, an award-winning provider of non-medical home care, today announced it will open a new location in the St. Augustine area in the fall. The office will be owned and operated by business partners Brandi Stone and Eric Friedrich II...

V3Gate, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that delivers technology solutions to the US Federal Government, has once again been recognized by Inc. Magazine on its Inc. 500 List as one of America's fastest growing private companies....

Maj. Gen. Tony Carrelli, Pennsylvania's adjutant general and head of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), attended an event to personally thank Veterans' Trust Fund (VTF) grant recipients for their work in support of the...

It's Wednesday night, and retired Army Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher Greca has two feet up, watching Tom Hank's most recent film to hit premium cable. Next to him sits his favorite canine pal, Darby, who, along with Greca's wife, Darena, and his...

The U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development (IATF) and Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA) will hold quarterly public meetings on September 5 and 6 respectively at SBA...