News by subject: VET

GO Mortgage Home Loan Advisor, Bryon Altreuther, has been named the #10 Homes for Heroes Mortgage Specialist for 2020. Top Affiliate Awards are presented to the top-performing real estate specialists, real estate specialist teams, and mortgage...

Premier Truck Group and Universal Technical Institute today honored the inaugural graduating class of the Premier Truck Group Technician Skills Program. The first-of-its-kind, on-base diesel-commercial technician training program provides 12-weeks...

The Métis Nation proudly recognizes the service and sacrifices of Thomas Charles Johnston, a Métis Veteran of World War II. Born in 1925 in Teulon, Manitoba, Veteran Johnston followed his brothers into the Canadian Army in 1944, where he served two...

American Legion National Commander James W. "Bill" Oxford this morning kicked off the organization's second annual 100 Miles for Hope, a virtual fitness event with proceeds going to help disabled veterans and military families in need of assistance....

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, the nation's largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, announced today that it is continuing to seek more veterans of the United States Armed Forces to join its growing brand. Coming on the heels of...

Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement to mark the Month of the Military Child: "When someone serves in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), their...

Paralyzed Veterans of America today released a new video reminding America of the size, scope, and growth of its efforts as part of its PVA Awareness Month 2021 kick off ? a 30-day celebration designed to raise awareness of not only America's...

VetsinTech, the leading national non-profit dedicated to advancing career opportunities for veterans in the tech industry, announced its "VetsinTech Invasion 2021" national conference. Scheduled to take place April 17th and 18th, VetsinTech's...

The Invictus Foundation now has an operating footprint in all eight regions of the Country. Its Welcome Home Networks encompass fifty states. The organization stands ready and prepared to serve its active-duty military, veterans and their families...

Vets 4 Child Rescue (V4CR), a non-profit organization formed in 2017 and dedicated to fighting child rape trafficking, announced today that they have adopted the industry leading investigation case management system from Austin, TX based Case Closed...

AG Grace, Inc. recently completed the Veteran Institute Procurement (VIP) GROW Program, a comprehensive training and certification program that helps veteran-owned businesses strengthen their ability to win government contracts and do business with...

Attacks on the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community have risen to alarming levels in our country and across the globe. In support of the AAPI community, and aligned to USAA's 3-year, $50 million commitment to advance racial equality, the...

The Veteran community is excited about two relationships TecMe is establishing that present new earning opportunities in tech support. First, TecMe is partnering with Arise Veteran Foundation, a non-profit that empowers and equips Veterans to serve...

Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced funding of up to $400,000 over three years for the Vimy Foundation to support the Vimy: A Living Memorial project. The project...

This April in honor of the Month of the Military Child, Cohen Veterans Network (CVN), a not-for-profit philanthropic organization that serves post-9/11 veterans and military families through a nationwide system of mental health clinics, is...

Warrior Centric Health (WCH), a digital platform delivering comprehensive, population health management solutions, has been selected to join Microsoft for Startups, a global program that helps B2B startups scale successfully. WCH now gains exclusive...

Col. David L. Coggins, President of Fork Union Military Academy, is pleased to announce that Blake Sundel has accepted the Academy's invitation to deliver the commencement address to the Class of 2021 at their graduation ceremony on May 21, 2021....

Introducing the ONE PERCENT (1%) closing credit directly offered by American Dream Mortgage (ADM). This give back amount can be applied towards closing costs, or used to buy down the interest rate of the loan. This is done directly through your loan...

PenFed Credit Union, the nation's second largest federal credit union, today observed National Vietnam War Veterans Day by raising POW/MIA flags at PenFed centers across the country. The flags represent PenFed's commitment to those who served in...

In communities across the country, there are organizations developing new and innovative ways to improve the well-being of Veterans and their families. Since 2018, the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund has funded organizations doing vitally...

Operation Triumphus is a new platform designed to preserve the stories and memories of Vietnam Veterans in an interactive multimedia experience. The site is designed to crowdsource and catalogue stories, pictures, and videos from Veterans and share...

Through a new initiative, InfoSystems will partner with Veterans Technology Solutions (VTS), a robust IT services provider that is also a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). A Growing Partnership Dadisi Olutosin, Vice President...

The first 2021 Ram 1500 TRX produced ? VIN 001 ? sold for $410,000 and was a highlight at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction 100 percent of the hammer price for Ram 1500 TRX VIN 001 benefits the United Way of Southeast Michigan's 2-1-1 helpline to...

Melissa Bernardin grew up in Glen Falls, NY. She graduated from Glens Falls High School and then later, graduated college at University of Texas. Melissa was in the Air Force for 20+ years and served all over the world. In the Air Force, she was...

Fork Union Military Academy congratulates MAJ David Wallace today in announcing that he has been named as our Teacher of the Term for Term 3 of the 2020-2021 academic year. Cadets submit nominations for the Teacher of the Term at the conclusion of...

Mr. Robert W. Doyle's long-standing career began in ROTC during his high school years. Shortly thereafter, he served as Military Police in the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corp with many overseas assignments, followed by serving the next 28 years in the...

Launching with a short film, mortgage lender Hero Loan is joining the VA loan market in full force by utilizing an incredibly streamlined process for active-duty military members, Veterans, and their families. After years of working with and lending...

Austin-based Professional Contract Services, Inc. (PCSI) has named Major General Tony Cucolo US Army Retired, as its President & CEO. He joins PCSI after serving as Executive Director of the National Security Innovation Council, a 501(c)(6)...

In celebration of children returning to in-person learning in the Henderson and greater Las Vegas area school districts, US Marine Infantry veteran Bryan Lawe and his wife, Amy, are giving away 25 t-shirts to each school to hand out to students....

North Carolina Lawmakers File No Veteran Left Behind Act (HB 370), a pilot program for North Carolina counties with a high Veteran population, to improve and expand training for local law enforcement and first responders on Veteran-specific crisis...

American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, is encouraging U.S. Senators on both sides of the aisle to rally in support of the Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers (PAWS) Act of 2021. Introduced by Senator Fischer, the PAWS...

Revecore, the leading provider of revenue integrity and complex claims solutions for hospitals, today announced it will discontinue using legacy brand names for its business units Medical Reimbursements of America (MRA) and Bottom Line Systems (BLS)....

Native American Connections (NAC) opened its newest behavioral health and supportive housing campus in Phoenix today. The Patina Mountain Preserve Wellness Center and Dunlap Pointe Housing Community, located at 1427 E. Dunlap Ave. in Phoenix's...

Realogy Holdings Corp. , the largest full-service residential real estate services company in the United States, and PCSgrades, a ratings and review platform focused on real estate and relocations for military and veteran families, conducted a new...

TOPGUN Fighter Foundation (TGFF) has announced the support and long-term financial commitment to Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS, Inc., or VETS), a 501(c)(3) dedicated to transforming veteran healthcare. With aligning missions to help...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is addressing potential long-term effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI) through a collaboration with the Concussion Legacy Foundation (CLF)....

Due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and the need for social distancing, Armed Forces Insurance (AFI), along with sponsors and key community stakeholders, has decided to postpone the 2021 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year® (AFI...

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) kicked off a technology showcase today. The showcase is highlighting a selection of the more than 230 technologies HJF has available for license. These technologies...

The Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (UDVMA) and the Utah Veterans Business Resource Center (VBRC), located at Salt Lake Community College's business support hub called The Mill, are pleased to announce the launch of the "VBRC...

Three unions representing workers at the Holyoke Soldiers Home ? the Massachusetts Nurses Association, SEIU Local 888, and NAGE SEIU? have joined together to advocate for safer and more supportive conditions for staff and veterans as the one-year...

Beginning Monday, March 15, in recognition of March as Women's History Month, the thousands of travelers who journey daily through Dulles International Airport now will be able to savor the artwork of women veterans who use art making to achieve a...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Chief Program Officer Jennifer Silva testified yesterday before the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, Subcommittee on Health, sharing WWP's longstanding support of women warriors and its recommendations to Congress...

Autotrader continues its ongoing partnership with NASCAR champion Brad Keselowski's Checkered Flag Foundation with a special paint scheme to honor America's military heroes for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway on March 21, 2021....

Trident University International (Trident) adjunct faculty member Dr. Karen A. Archondidis was the guest speaker for a virtual Women's Veterans Tribute on Thursday, March 18. This event is hosted by Kutztown University's Office of Veterans Services....

On Tuesday, March 23, The Headache & Migraine Policy Forum and the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy will host a policy panel discussion, "Chronic Headache Disorders & Toxic Exposure." The event will explore the long-term impact of airborne...

Taos Ski Valley's 2021-2022 season passes are on sale now and deliver a variety of choices for skiers and riders of all ages. Starting at just $450 for adults and $180 for kids, the passes provide visitors with a plethora of options to maximize ski...

Operation Homefront today announces the launch of 'Start Strong, Stay Strong,' a new, national campaign designed to bring much-needed attention to the dedicated service of our military families while they serve and the support we ? as Americans ? can...

Freedom Mortgage, one of the nation's largest full-service mortgage companies, has been ranked the number one VA and FHA (government-insured) lender in the country, funding more VA and FHA loans during 2020 than any other lender, according to Inside...

The United States World War I Centennial Commission in cooperation with the Doughboy Foundation, the National Park Service and the American Battle Monuments Commission is sponsoring a major event to celebrate the inaugural raising of the American...

The PenFed Foundation, a national 501(c)3 founded by PenFed Credit Union, today proudly announced an expansion of its Military Heroes Emergency Financial Assistance program as a result of data collected from its COVID-19 Relief Program. Changes to...