News by subject: VET

In honor of Memorial Day, the Magic Weighted Blanket is proud to announce it has donated its 200th weighted blanket to veterans suffering with PTSD (a value of over $40,000). Working through the Massachusetts VA and Friends Of Ward 8, the Magic...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Mike Linnington pledged WWP's support of children and youth caregivers and the Hidden Helpers Coalition during an event today with Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF). Started by EDF, and funded by WWP,...

ONIT Home is continuing its monthly community outreach campaign by teaming up with Carry The Load and the Dallas Warriors in observance of Memorial Day. To support Carry The Load, ONIT will join the organization's National Relay at 11 a.m. on May 29...

The mission of our nation's military is constantly changing?whether serving on the front lines of pandemic relief efforts, helping communities recover from natural disasters or deploying overseas to deter threats to our country. The United Service...

Ally Financial and Alex Bowman, driver of the Ally-sponsored No. 48 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE of Hendrick Motorsports, today unveiled a military-themed race car paint scheme honoring Marine Captain Matthew H. Brewer, who tragically ended his life in...

AmeriVet Securities, Inc., (AVI) announced today that Mercedes Elias and Michael Naidrich have been appointed Co-CEOs. Additionally, the firm hired two new employees, both of whom are women veterans....

Eyemart Express, a leading national optical retailer known for providing affordable and high-quality prescription eyewear in as little as 30 minutes, salutes all veterans, active and nonactive military members and their families for their service...

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Hardee's® and Carl's Jr.®, announced today the annual Stars for Heroes program will return for the ninth year. Since the campaign first launched in 2011, the in-store fundraising initiative has raised more than...

Lucid Green today announced that Don Peppers and Laurence Wolfe have joined Lucid Green as Board Advisors, effective immediately....

Heartworks, a network of preschools that serve families in multiple communities throughout Vermont, recently celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week ? which included a special outpouring of gratitude from thousands of miles away. 1LT Taylor Bergeron,...

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society regretfully announces that Charles C. Hagemeister, Medal of Honor Recipient, passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at the age of 74 in Leavenworth, Kansas....

Over the past year, COVID-19 and the ensuing economic uncertainty have heightened the challenges military families face every day?especially when it comes to finding employment, both for service members transitioning to civilian life and spouses...

The Front Line Foundation (TFLF) announced today that plans for two fundraising events are all systems go thanks to fewer restrictions for indoor and outdoor events. The Front Line Foundation is busy making plans to host The All American Galas on...

These moms have devoted years and years to taking care of their children, serving others, and serving our country. Now, these local mothers will have a chance to do something for themselves. Coastal Virginia Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery has announced...

Currently, there are approximately 200,000 service members exiting the military each year and most are looking for work in a related field; in an environment where they can utilize their military experience. A key part of successfully transitioning...

TrueCar, Inc. , the most efficient and transparent online destination to find a car, announces its sponsorship of the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) True Patriot Salute, a free, customizable video platform that allows the public to honor a service...

"All veterans and their families are invited to share their stories, find PTSD help, collect resources to help one another, and have some fun," announced Charlie Morgan, Commander of American Legion 171.  Morgan and Jr. Vice Commander Bob Dorn have...

Paralyzed Veterans of America, the nation's only nonprofit organization dedicated solely to helping veterans with spinal cord injuries, disorders, and diseases, today kicked off its yearlong 75th anniversary celebration with the launch of its Honor...

Leading global men's health charity, Movember is taking on Mental Health Awareness Month by leading and participating in a number of events this week to help amplify the importance of mental health....

Patten Properties, a leader in premium recreation and residential property and developers of Texas Grand Ranch, the fastest-selling acreage community in Texas, continues to expand its commitment to charitable giving with the donation of $155,000 to...

Bunker Labs has announced the winners of its most recent Veterans in Residence Pitch Competition, which took place on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. The winners were:...

AARP and Blue Star Families will host a virtual town hall today at 3 p.m. ET to discuss the financial and emotional challenges facing the 5.5 million veteran and military caregivers across the country....

Somatix, a provider of a wearable-assisted, gesture detection RPM (Remote Patient Monitoring) platform has named Amit Sawant, Ph.D., M.B.A., as its first Chief Business Development Officer, an appointment that will further accelerate Somatix's growth...

ProVet USA announced today the launch of a new leadership training program to help advance the post-service lives of America's veterans. The ProVet Leadership Program is the first and only leadership development program created by veterans for...

Heritage Paper Company announced today that Greer Hill has been appointed as the company's Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Charles McCampbell, who has served as CEO of the company since he founded the business in 1980. Mr. McCampbell will assume...

Uniting US is pleased to partner and provide the Summer with the Arts programming with the Military Women's Memorial(MWM). The Memorial is located at the ceremonial entrance to Arlington National Cemetery and open during regular hours to the public....

PATH, the refillable bottled water brand on a mission to end single-use plastic, debuts its limited-edition Made in the USA bottle ahead of Memorial Day and Fourth of July. Emblazoned with red, white, blue and bald eagles, each patriotic-themed...

For Military Appreciation Month, The Flex Seal® Family of Products, Awareness Ties and Operation Ramp It Up are launching 'Selfie to Support Veterans' - a social media campaign to support the installation of ramps for wheelchair bound veterans,...

There is a looming crisis affecting America's senior citizens and if not addressed, thousands of them will end up in the streets with no place to call home.(1) As Baby Boomers age, the number of homeless seniors across the US jumped nearly 70 percent...

Diveheart, a Downers Grove-based nonprofit tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, is celebrating its 20th anniversary of helping children, veterans and others with disabilities through adaptive scuba and scuba therapy. Diveheart's goal is to help...

Armed Forces Bank (AFB), a full-service military bank committed to serving those who serve since 1907, today announces a new partnership with A Million Thanks to send thank you letters to military members serving around the world. A Million Thanks is...

In male-dominated fields such as the military, it is crucial that women have access to female mentorship so that they too can rise through the ranks, receive development opportunities, and go on to have successful, confident careers. In "Teach...

Warriors Heart announces their Warriors Heart Lodge Grand Opening will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2021, from 10:00am ? 3:00pm CST on-site at 700 State Hwy, 16S in Bandera, Texas, 78003, in sync with Mental Health Awareness Month (May). This Open...

On March 16, 1962, Flying Tiger Line Flight 739 was on a secret mission, but disappeared. On board were 93 United States Army soldiers and 11 civilian crew members. Very little is known about what happened to the plane and its passengers, and due to...

Since the start of Canadian peacekeeping, few of Canada's international peace missions over the past seven decades have taken members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) farther from home than the operation in East Timor from 1999 to 2001. In 1999,...

Hearing aid innovator Signia today announced it is partnering with Songs for Sound, a 501c3 charity, for its 10th annual Hear the Music Gala, taking place on May 22, 2021. The partnership further promotes Songs for Sound's mission to raise awareness...

Penn Foster today announced that it has been designated as a Military Spouse Friendly® School for its leading practices, outcomes, and effective programs for military spouses....

IronArch Technology has been named to Inc. magazine's annual list of the Best Workplaces for 2021. Hitting newsstands May 18 in the May/June 2021 issue, and as part of a prominent Inc.com feature, the list is the result of a wide-ranging and...

According to the US Navy Veterans Mesothelioma Advocate, "We are passionate advocates for a Navy Veteran who has recently been diagnosed with mesothelioma in any state and our number one priority for a person like this is that they receive the best...

Top-rated veteran and military service organizations Hire Heroes USA and Operation Homefront were awarded a nearly $1 million grant from the Walmart Foundation to provide much-needed career and financial assistance to veterans of color and those...

Hamilton Pacific Chamberlain (HPC), a service disabled veteran owned small business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Waldorf, MD, has announced the acquisition of multiple million-dollar federal contracts spanning various VA Medical Centers in Maryland and...

On Friday, May 14th and Saturday, May 15th, Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum will host a candlelight remembrance vigil, a peaceful evening in honor of loved ones who have passed. Guests can peacefully reflect as loved one's names are read aloud...

The VA Maryland Health Care System has named Dr. Ryan Scilla as the new associate chief of staff for Education and Academic Affairs. In this position, Scilla oversees the strategic planning and implementation of health professional training programs,...

The premiere military spouse entrepreneur retreat, makeHer Milspouse, held its second annual event virtually, April 29-May 2, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event kicked off a week before Military Spouse Appreciation Day with a live DJ and...

Steven Vulich announced that he has created a new social network that supports Freedom of Speech and Expression to the fullest extent of the law. Vulich states, "Stay calm, we know several other networks have claimed the same freedoms and let us...

ForgeNow, a skills training academy that prepares returning veterans, first-generation immigrants and formerly incarcerated adults for in-demand middle skills jobs, today announced the launch of an innovative tuition payment and financing solution...

SheerID, the identity marketing platform used by hundreds of leading brands around the world, has partnered with several brands for Military Appreciation Month to provide exclusive offers to the 37 million members including active duty, veterans,...

For the past 160 years, The Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) has remained a constant in the lives of military families: on the home front and during deployment, when transitioning between bases, and in times of conflict and peace.  The oldest military...

A London charity and military club is so 'happy' with Monday's roadmap announcement that they have created a video of staff singing and dancing along with 'Happy' ? the Pharrell Williams song. The Victory Services Club...

Meta Special Aerospace (MSA) supported veterans this past week through an employee-led fundraiser benefitting Exceptional Warriors, a non-profit with a mission to provide adventures to unite, reward, and inspire those that have served together to...