News by subject: VET

Close to 150 motorcycles and over 200 riders took part in The Royal Canadian Legion's 2018 National Memorial Ride at the National Military Cemetery at Beechwood in Ottawa this year. Riders gathered at the Canadian War Museum and traveled a short...

Spartan has teamed up with the stars from the Discovery Channel's hit reality TV show "American Chopper," to build a custom Spartan motorcycle to raise money for the OSCAR MIKE Foundation, whose mission is to keep injured veterans healthy and active....

Injured veterans and their significant others shared quality time as they experienced the thrill of big-band era music and quick-time dance moves during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) swing dance lesson. These...

In the military, "got your six" is a phrase referencing having someone's back. It is mentioned in movies and television shows, but for Antoinette Wallace, it took connecting with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) to really feel it....

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently gave warriors and their guests the opportunity to get to know fellow veterans and experience a relaxed Mississippi River cruise aboard the S.S. Natchez IX out of New Orleans. "I'm...

Inside Rx today announced an agreement with the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. (VFW) to offer easy access to its 1.3 million members and their families who can benefit from the free Inside Rx savings card that provides deep discounts to the...

The Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) has announced that the book, Veterans Benefits for the Florida Resident, by Largo attorney and veterans advocate John R. Frazier, is a Silver Award winner in the Professional & Technical category of...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Canadian Armed Forces Day: "Today, we honour the brave members of the Canadian Armed Forces for everything they have done ? and continue to do ? to serve our country. Time...

Working Wardrobes, a nonprofit that helps people overcoming difficult challenges find meaningful employment, today announced that Project Runway Season 14 Winner, Ashley Nell Tipton, is lending her support once again to the nonprofit and to Our...

Paralyzed Veterans of America today announced that David Zurfluh, an Air Force veteran, and native of Washington state, will serve as national president for a 2nd consecutive term. Zurfluh was re-elected by Paralyzed Veterans of America's board of...

Warriors and their guests recently gathered to experience the adrenaline rush of skydiving during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. At iFly®, veterans enjoyed simulated skydiving using a flight chamber and...

It is estimated that we lose one veteran every 65 minutes to PTSD.  In recent years, it's estimated that over 20 percent (1 in 5) veterans return from Afghanistan have been diagnosed with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).  This epidemic...

The veteran-owned and veteran-operated Black Rifle Coffee Company has pledged to donate $200,000 to the PenFed Foundation's newly launched Veteran Entrepreneur Investment Program (VEIP). PenFed Credit Union today announced it will match the donation...

MyComputerCareer announced that they have again, been awarded designation as Military Friendly®. For more than a decade, the Military Friendly® ratings have set the standard for companies and colleges that provide positive employment and education...

Injured veterans and their families recently enjoyed a day of bowling, miniature golf, arcade games, and pizza with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). The gathering provided an opportunity for warriors' families to get outdoors and spend time together...

For the third consecutive year, Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems hosted more than 150 Indiana members of the military at its Indianapolis Motor Speedway suite. This year, they teamed up with local Bryant Dealer, Chapman Heating and Air Conditioning,...

United Spinal Association and over 100 wheelchair users and disability advocates from its national chapter network will gather in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 24th for the 7th Annual Roll on Capitol Hill to highlight greater access to quality...

The Mesothelioma Victims Center is now offering to navigate through the "minefield of Internet lawyers" for career US Navy Veterans with confirmed mesothelioma. The group has set out to put this very special group on a hassle-free path to the...

Today, the PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of global food and beverage company PepsiCo, and Minges Bottling Group, Inc., a local partner in New Bern and fourth-generation Pepsi bottler, announced two grants that will support charities based...

From now through July 4, 2018, SeaWorld is offering U.S. veterans and up to three guests free admission to all three of its parks ? SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio and SeaWorld San Diego. U.S. military veterans and retirees may redeem...

PenFed President and CEO James Schenck received Volunteer Alexandria's 2018 Large Business Philanthropist of the Year today at Volunteer Alexandria's 20th Business Philanthropy Summit. The annual event recognizes businesses supporting charitable...

Through a $5 million grant from the Walmart Foundation, Goodwill is extending its Operation: GoodJobs initiative for an additional three years. Operation: GoodJobs, now in its fifth year, will continue to provide the tools and resources necessary to...

After President Trump signed the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act (S.2155) into law on May 24, 2018, veterans lost out on one of their biggest VA benefits: the VA IRRRL. Low VA Rates has long warned of the dangers of...

The EagleForce Warrior Foundation, a not-for-profit support organization for veterans and their families--based in Herndon, Virginia, announces its inaugural EagleForce Warrior Foundation Gala to benefit veteran's programs will be held at the...

Warriors and their guests tested themselves on adrenaline-pumping rope courses and zip lines during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. The courses are designed to empower adventurous participants through perseverance, teamwork, and...

American Mint, LLC President Kevin Sacher proudly announced the release of a brand new Band of Brothers Men's Ring honoring those patriots who have served, past or present, in the name of the United States of America. The medallion at the center of...

Dutch Bros Prescott Valley marked Memorial Day by donating $1,252 to Disabled American Veterans Chapter 16. The money will help support Camp Corral, which is dedicated to transforming the lives of children of wounded, injured, ill and fallen military...

America's Warrior Partnership has announced the results of its 2018 Community Integration Annual Survey Report, which for the second year in a row has found that the most sought-after resources by military veterans are centered around opportunities...

Vietnam Veteran Steve Trammell, CEO of Eagle Iron Works, was moved to honor and remember military heroes 26 years ago. In 1992, Trammell created his first brass eagle, which was named "In the Belly of the Eagle." The sculpture honors fallen Vietnam...

Injured veterans discovered the liberating, artistic outlet of digital photography through Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and Operation Meraki. They felt the power of connecting with art to help cope with their physical and mental wounds of war....

Crunch Fitness announces the launch of the Strengthened by Heroes national campaign.  Strengthened by Heroes demonstrates Crunch's gratitude by honoring those veterans and first responders that are everyday heroes. Through this initiative, Crunch...

Michael Carrasquillo found himself transitioning to civilian life much earlier than expected. The Army veteran suffered five gunshot wounds during an ambush in Afghanistan in 2005, still early in his military career. After two years in hospitals, his...

Memorial Day may be the last Monday of May, but it can be the first thing on a lot of people's minds during the spring season. For some people it is a day of solemn remembrance, for others it is a chance to celebrate with loved ones together, or...

Over the past six years, business dreams have become a reality for 30 military veterans thanks to Dream Vacations' award-winning annual contest "Operation Vetrepreneur: Become Your Own General" contest. Each year five veterans are awarded a travel...

It all changed for Chelle and Taylor Pokorney on March 23, 2003. That is the day Chelle's beloved gentle giant of a husband Fred, a Marines Marine, and father to 2-year-old Taylor was killed along with other brave servicemembers in Al Nasiriyah,...

While there are a large number and variety of dedicated programs and organizations supporting Veteran Suicide Prevention, there is currently no organized world-wide effort to bring to light and more importantly, address the prevention of deaths of...

Canadians take pride in their rich history and military heritage and a central responsibility of Veterans Affairs Canada is to pay tribute to the selfless service and contributions of Canada's Veterans, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice....

Warriors and passionate supporters of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will be honored at the Courage Awards & Benefit Dinner® in New York City on May 31. This annual gala recognizes the service and dedication of those who make WWP's mission possible...

The Donaldson Foundation has chosen Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) as the recipient of its annual Challenge Grant. This $100,000 award will support WWP's free programs and services. Specifically, the grant will help guide warriors to their next...

Injured veterans and their guests learned how to create exquisite cuisine from culinary professionals at the Art Institute of California in San Diego during a class with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Warriors and...

Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) kicked off its Annual Convention earlier this week in Minneapolis, with representatives from the organization's 33 chapters from across the country in attendance. For more than 70 years, the organization has been...

Divi Resorts is proud to support those who have served their country and communities by offering 20% discount off best available rates year-round. Plus, in honor of Memorial Day, Divi Resorts is offering military families up to 50% off all resorts on...

On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate approved the MISSION Act ? with a strong vote of 92-5. This legislation is considered one of the largest and most comprehensive reform bills ever passed. The bill, expected to be signed quickly into law by President...

This Memorial Day, our nation will pause to remember the men and women who gave their lives protecting our freedom. Volunteers have stepped forward to serve since the days of the militia to today's armed services with the knowledge they may not...

MAG Instrument, Inc., (MAG) has entered into a sponsorship agreement with The American Veterans Center and National Memorial Day Parade to provide resources for the organization and its programs. Among these efforts MAG will assist veterans to attend...

Differences in household composition and financing options incentivize homebuying demand for veteran and active military, according to the 2018 Veterans & Active Military Home Buyers Profile, which evaluated the differences of recent active-service...

 -- Of the more than 600,000 homes currently listed for sale in the 45 most populous metro areas, only 8.9 percent are affordable to someone earning the local median veteran income, according to a new report by Redfin (www.redfin.com), the...

The Kroger Co. announced today a $1 million donation to the USO as part of its annual Honoring Our Heroes campaign. Kroger's Honoring Our Heroes campaign has supported veterans, active duty military and their families...

On Saturday, May 26, the USF St. Petersburg Military and Veterans Success Center and Open Partnership Education Network will host the official kick-off for the Veterans Transition Task Force, a nationwide initiative established by U.S. Congressman...

As Indiantown Gap National Cemetery prepares to host a Memorial Day ceremony for the 2018 holiday, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) invites everyone to attend the Memorial Day tribute and also visit the Pennsylvania Veterans'...