News by subject: VET

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will make an announcement regarding increased service delivery for Veterans and their families in New Brunswick. Media are invited to attend and...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of Operation Husky and the beginning of the Italian Campaign: "Today...

Carrington Charitable Foundation (CCF), the nonprofit organization of The Carrington Companies, hosted its second annual Gala on June 16, 2018, to raise funds to support CCF's critical and innovative programs that provide Mobility, Stability, Purpose...

As the World Cup draws to a close with a historic performance to date from the Belgian Red Devils, this week will also mark National Flemish day on July 11.  Expat Belgians and Canadian colleagues will gather in Toronto to celebrate this success...

As a longtime supporter of the U.S. military, Purina Dog Chow knows the impact service dogs can have on the lives of our veterans, providing them with stability and companionship as they readjust to civilian life, as well as helping those with...

MVPvets announced today a new partnership with Veterati to connect U.S. military veterans with a network of hundreds of mentors through an online mentoring platform. Veterati joins MVPvets' other integrated resource partners who set the stage for...

The Teamsters Military Assistance Program (TMAP) is working with the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Teamsters Local 170 and iPods for Wounded Veterans (IWV) to host a job fair for members of the armed services who are looking for full-time employment....

With the warmer weather and longer days bringing increased travel, the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) suggests an Honoring Our Veterans license plate for your vehicle as a great way to show patriotism and also support...

Injured veterans and their guests gathered to share in camaraderie, while testing their skills at an archery event with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP).  "As an active bow hunter, I got in some great practice and made a...

Veterans and their families have earned the respect and gratitude of all Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that our Veterans receive all the benefits they are entitled to for their service to Canada. The Honourable Seamus...

CareSource, an Ohio-based nonprofit health plan has been selected by AMVETS (American Veterans) the National congressionally chartered Veterans organization to develop a health care program using their managed care model. CareSource coordinates...

Bill Geiger credits Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) with helping save his family. The military police officer's reactions to post-traumatic stress and other issues from multiple deployments created a chasm in his home life.  ...

"Health and Fitness professionals have always inspired me my whole life.  In Body building, I have had extreme highs and lows, which taught me so much I can't help but now share the things that made me a better, happier, healthier and fit person in...

Jamba, Inc. , a leading lifestyle brand whose mission is to inspire and simplify healthy living, announced its second year of partnership with Folds of Honor, a national non-profit committed to providing educational scholarships to children and...

After sustaining life-threatening injuries during combat operations in Raqqa, Syria, U.S. Navy Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Chief Kenton Stacy recently received a special visit as he continues to recover at TIRR Memorial Hermann in Houston. ...

IfOnly, the leading marketplace for experiences, has announced a partnership with iHeartMedia DC and Baltimore to offer special experiences throughout July that support the organization's ongoing "iHeartTheTroops" initiative, raising funds for...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave warriors and their guests the opportunity to incorporate the exhilarating sport of indoor rock climbing in their physical fitness routines. "I've always enjoyed rock climbing,...

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 3.8 million wounded veterans living in America today. That's as many wounded veterans as there are people living in the states of New Hampshire, Hawaii, and Maine combined....

As the Christmas in July theme leaps into the marketing consciousness of multitudes, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America continues to develop and celebrate partnerships with other nonprofit organizations through its new Giving in July program....

This week in America, the time-honored traditions of family gatherings, parades and fireworks will be on the agenda. However, for some of our service men and women, the days leading up to July 4th aren't fun anymore. For many, it is incredibly...

Liberty Health Sciences Inc. ("Liberty" or the "Company") is honored to announce its partnership with the Veterans Cannabis Project, an association dedicated to improving US military veterans' quality of life through the opportunity of cannabis....

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 3.8 million wounded veterans living in America today. That's as many wounded veterans as there are people living in the states of New Hampshire, Hawaii, and Maine combined....

The Gary Sinise Foundation ushered in its 7th year anniversary during its annual fundraising dinner. Funds raised go towards supporting America's heroes, their loved ones, and the families left behind. This year the Foundation introduced their...

Sprint VETS Employee Resource Group members, representing more than 700 military veteran and reserve service members at the company, will lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington D.C....

To support the growing needs of wounded veterans across America, Verizon presented Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) with a $250,000 check. This generous donation is the result of a month-long campaign, which ran during Military Appreciation month,...

On July 4th, Paralyzed Veterans of America will kick off the eighth year of its partnership with Food City and NASCAR Champion and Hall of Fame Inductee, Richard Petty, to support Paralyzed Veterans of America's MISSION: ABLE campaign through...

In celebration of the July 4th Independence Day holiday, Yesway, the fast growing and innovative convenience store chain, is honoring America's first responders and active and retired members of the military with "Free Fountain on the 4th"! Customers...

Norberto Fas, M.D., joined Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) as Associate Dean for Clinical Services at the Veterans Affairs on July 1. He brings to MSM extensive experience in medicine and health care administration. Most recently, he served as...

At a recent event hosted by The US World War One Centennial Commission aboard the USS Intrepid in New York, special guests Admiral Michael Mullen (ret.), the 17th chairman of the joint chiefs, and veterans advocate Howard Schultz spoke about the...

Brooklyn Bedding, manufacturer and retailer of custom mattresses since 1995, announced today the extension of one of the most generous honor discounts in the country to now include law enforcement officers, firefighters, and Emergency Medical...

Whether automotive enthusiasts or history buffs, many people love a good car show. Coming up is one of those exact events that is also being put on for a good cause. Burke Motor Group is hosting its Car, Truck & Cycle Show on July 14 from 10 a.m. to...

Canada Day celebrations in Canada's Capital Region will be kicking off on Saturday with a full day of programming at Major's Hill Park from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The festivities will then be spreading over to Parliament Hill and the Canadian Museum of...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) invited injured veterans and their families to sample nature's finest at historic Fruit and Spice Park, which boasts more than 500 varieties of exotic fruits, herbs, spices, and nuts from around the world. ...

United Spinal Association and over 120 wheelchair user members, clinicians, partners and other disability advocates from 33 states plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico, gathered in Washington, D.C. on June 24-27 for the 7th Annual Roll on Capitol...

Jill Frost Films and Blue Heron Films are bringing the story of homeless vets to the big screen with its latest feature. Wrapped in a Christmas tale, it tells the story of John Frost (Aiden Turner), a soldier suffering from PTSD who returns home...

Vectrus, Inc. announced today that it has been recognized as a 2018 Military Friendly® Employer by Victory Media. The list of Military Friendly® Employers distinguishes elite companies that promote strong job opportunities, hiring practices and...

For the ninth consecutive year, in conjunction with the July 4 holiday, Minor League Baseballtm (MiLBtm), its players, umpires and millions of fans will honor those who are serving and have served our country in the Armed Forces through...

OneWest Bank, the Southern California retail bank division of CIT Bank, N.A., today announced it will serve as the presenting sponsor of the 40th annual Manhattan Beach Concerts in the Park series taking place this summer. The series kicks-off in...

RateGenius, the leading auto refinance marketplace, announced its commitment to donate $1 to Wounded Warrior Project for every application submitted using the below link....

For the third consecutive year, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® returns with "Operation Rocker" in partnership with its flagship nonprofit partner Operation Homefront. From June 29 through Labor Day (Sept. 3, 2018), Cracker Barrel will donate one...

The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) announced that Thompson Creek Window Company earned the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certification for its commitment to hiring military veterans. Virginia Values Veterans (V3) is...

In coordination with Freedom Alliance and Freedom Fighter Outdoors, the inaugural War Heroes on Water (WHOW) Veteran's Sportfishing Tournament will host 27 wounded Veterans, and give the SoCal sportfishing community an opportunity to display immense...

KPMG announced that retired Four-Star U.S. Navy Adm. Michelle Howard received the 2018 KPMG Inspire Greatness Award at the KPMG Women's Leadership Summit, where she shared her career experiences as a female African-American leader. Howard was...

Eric DeLion has reached new heights since connecting with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), quite literally. The U.S. Marine Corps veteran joined other wounded warriors to scale Mount Whitney in Southern California in 2012. While the hike up the...

Injured veterans, their families, and guests spent a relaxing morning on paddleboards and experienced the unique perspective of the ocean shore during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connection event on the north shore of Oahu's Haleiwa Beach Park....

The Governor's Advisory Council for Veterans Services (GAC-VS) is inviting women veterans and women service members to a town hall and expo on Saturday, June 30, from 9 a.m.-Noon at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, 950 Soldiers Drive,...

Humble DesignSM Fueled by U-Haul is taking its proven track record in the fight against homelessness to the streets of San Diego. It will be the fourth U.S. market for the Detroit-born nonprofit, which provides donated...

College Consensus (http://www.collegeconsensus.com), a unique new college ratings website that aggregates publisher rankings and student reviews, has published their ranking of the Best Colleges of Veterans for 2018 at...

According to the Mesothelioma Compensation Center, "We are the nation's leading advocates for people who have mesothelioma due to exposure to asbestos in the power or energy business and/or for US Navy Veterans. Our number one goal is seeing to it...

Award-winning military suspense author Jessica James is on a mission to give back to those who serve our country by offering a $500 Salute-A-Hero award to a service member or veteran. The award can be used for education, business start-up, or a...