News by subject: VET

Meals on Wheels America announced today that its partnership with The Home Depot Foundation recently completed home repairs for its 1,500th senior U.S military veteran through a joint initiative called the "Helping Homebound Heroes" program. As part...

Built to Serve edition of Ram 1500 pickup trucks honor the five branches of the United States armed forces Fifth installment introduces 500 models in Spitfire and 750 models in Bright White Military branch-inspired interior available in Ram dealer...

For many Americans, the idea of laser weapons and force field shields may be more at place in a Star Trek film than on the battlefield, but the US development and deployment of directed energy weapons is rapidly changing that reality in 21st Century...

Sitel Group®, a global leader in end-to-end customer experience (CX) products and solutions, has been named one of the nation's Top Military Friendly® Employers by VIQTORY, an organization that connects members of the military with employers across...

Q BioMed Inc. , a commercial stage biotech company, announced today that it has signed an agreement for Strontium89 (Strontium Chloride Sr-89 Injection, USP) to be included on the Federal Supply Schedule ("FSS"). The agreement provides U.S. veterans...

Freedom Mortgage, one of the largest full-service mortgage companies and the #1 VA and #1 FHA (government-insured) lender in the U.S., began accepting submissions today for the second annual Freedom Mortgage Celebrate Freedom Award. The winner will...

The nation's largest veteran service organization, The American Legion, is pushing to strengthen military naturalization programs in support of non-citizens who honorably serve, for at least a year, in the U.S. Armed Forces....

USAA announced today it is the first company in the insurance industry to earn the WELL Health-Safety Rating for 12 of its facilities in San Antonio, TX; Chesapeake, VA; Colorado Springs, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Plano, TX and Tampa, FL, representing more...

Rollick Inc., which operates the GoRollick Powersports, RV, and Boat Buying Program Marketplace, has closed $8.5M in funding. The new investment comes from strategic investors Sandbox Insurtech Ventures and TechNexus Venture Collaborative, as well as...

The FINRA Investor Education Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship program is accepting applications for its 2021 class of Spouse Fellows. The national program offers military spouses the opportunity to earn a career-enhancing credential ? the...

The Military Women's Memorial today launched a partnership with PenFed Credit Union, the nation's second largest federal credit union, to encourage military women and their families to preserve their experiences and submit their stories to the...

Griffin Funding, a San Diego-based mortgage company is now offering its services in Maryland. Griffin Funding is known for its expertise in VA Mortgages and Refinancing for Veterans and will act as a licensed mortgage lender and broker in the state...

Today marks 30 years since the Gulf War came to an end, almost seven months after Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait. From 1990 to 1991, more than 4,000 Canadians served in the Middle East as part of the international Coalition that fought to restore...

The US Navy Veterans Mesothelioma Advocate says, "We are appealing to a Navy Veteran with mesothelioma or their family to please call attorney Erik Karst of the law firm of Karst von Oiste anytime at 800-714-0303. We are by far the best branded...

The United Service Organizations (USO) presents its inaugural Military Virtual Programming (MVP) Champions series, featuring interactive livestreamed events connecting the military community with American sports legends.  ...

Alarmed by a report that 35 state veterans homes across the country have not shared coronavirus data with the Department of Veterans Affairs, the head of the nation's largest veterans organization called on the facilities to "obey the law."...

The Major Richard Star Act of 2021, S. 334 / H.R.1282, is a major legislative priority for Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), which supports its reintroduction in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. The act was formerly introduced...

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, has received a $260,000 grant from USAA to develop a diversity...

Adapting to the situation and being resilient are skills we have all needed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Teenage girls across the country have seen these skills put into action by the American Legion Auxiliary Girls State programs. This year, these...

Correlation One today announced that SoftBank Group International (SoftBank) is backing Data Science for All / Empowerment (DS4A / Empowerment), a new effort designed to upskill and prepare job-seekers from underserved communities for data science...

Triangle Fragrance Founder, bestselling author, speaker, and US Army special operations combat veteran Magda Khalifa has established a charity, Magda Khalifa Foundation, to give back to those who are in the same position she once found herself in,...

The USAA Foundation, Inc. has announced a $350,000 commitment to help Texas residents recover from last week's historic winter storm. The severe weather further amplified needs already exacerbated by the ongoing pandemic....

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) has been named one of the top ten Military Friendly® Schools by ViQtory, a military marketing and recruiting firm. Seeking to provide veterans and military spouses with the best possible education that fits...

The following is a statement from Sarah Verardo, CEO of The Independence Fund, a national nonprofit serving catastrophically wounded Veterans and their families. She is also the wife and caregiver of retired Army SGT. Michael Verardo:...

Hearing aid innovator Signia today announced it will showcase its industry-leading Xperience hearing aids and tinnitus solutions at JDVAC 2021 that enable veterans to enhance their human performance through improved hearing in every situation. JDVAC,...

Banking veterans and owners of Ingenious Financial today announced plans to raise $200 million Series A funding to purchase an existing bank. Darnell Parker, founder of Ingenious Financial, and Derek Taylor, Chief Operating Officer of Ingenious...

The Battle Brothers Foundation has received approval to launch an observational study on the use of medical cannabis to help combat PTSD in veterans. In concert with NiaMedic, a medical data and research company, the study will determine if cannabis...

The Independence Fund celebrates the introduction of legislation to Adopt Wounded Heroes Day in North Carolina, recognized annually on April 24th. State Representative David Willis and State Senator Todd Johnson led the charge to introduce the bill...

In honor of Valentine's Day, USAA hosted a contest to showcase the love people feel  for their possessions ? cars, animals, technology ? and the importance of insuring the things you love most. People across the nation were encouraged to visit...

Rob Clark Joins Gilbane Federal Division to Expand Business Opportunities with the Federal Government Gilbane Building Company is pleased to announce the addition of Rob Clark as Client Account Manager for Gilbane's Federal Facilities U.S. Business...

Members of the armed forces, their spouses and veterans are no exception when it comes to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) and financial well-being. According to the National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC®) 2020 Military...

Kinnos, makers of Highlight® for Bleach Wipes, is proud to announce a distribution agreement with Armstrong Medical Supply of Houston, Texas. Highlight for Bleach Wipes, an innovative disinfectant additive that adds blue coloring to existing...

American Veterans Group, Wall Street's first and only public benefit corporation, is helping returning U.S. military veterans realize ambitions of starting their own businesses through a gift to the University of Connecticut's Entrepreneurship...

Growth is the essence of life; growth in the body by strengthening oneself, growth in the mind through positive self-talk, and growth in the spirit by turning your soul into its own temple of bliss. Such is the promise of Gratitude Blossom; a premium...

Today, Wreaths Across America (WAA) proudly announces its 2021 Race Program which will include a 737-mile virtual ESCORT TO ARLINGTON CHALLENGE, two virtual RUNNING FOR WREATHS options (5K and 10K available) in May and September, and one in-person...

Today, Brazen, the leading virtual event and recruitment platform, Florida Troops to Teachers and six K-12 Florida school districts jointly announce a partnership to connect transitioning military service members and veterans with education career...

TTEC Holdings, Inc. , a leading digital Customer Experience as a Service (CXaaS) partner for many of the world's most iconic and disruptive brands, announced it was named as one of America's Best Employers of 2021 by Forbes magazine. In addition to...

Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, introduced a broadened approach to recognize all those who have served our country in uniform. Veterans Affairs Canada is developing a...

Today, David Chartrand, National Spokesperson and Minister of Veterans Affairs, Métis National Council (MNC), and President, Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF), is proud to announce the launch of the Métis Veterans Legacy Commemorative Program.  ...

USAA and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will host a free, Facebook Live event at 12 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Feb. 23 to discuss how VA telehealth technologies and initiatives are helping bring care to Veterans lacking necessary resources to...

The U.S. Coast Guard is auctioning 286 homes to developers in Concord, California. These are really good homes, in a really good area that could be used to house over 286 Disabled Veterans. This property was given to the U.S. Coast Guard by the U.S....

The new year is off to an industrious start with Jay King, CEO and President of the California Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC), announcing a statewide partnership with the National Association of Minority Contractors, Northern California (NAMCNC),...

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will participate in a virtual event with Veterans, introducing a new approach to commemorating Canadians who have served our country, at home...

Griffin Funding, a San Diego-based mortgage company, is taking on 2021 with a new COO Evan Kidwell who knows how to grow a company the right way. Kidwell has been in the mortgage and real estate industry for more than six years specializing in...

A fundraising effort organized by GovX?the online shopping site exclusively for current and former military, first responders, and federal employees?has raised $4,490 for Green Beret Foundation, the nonprofit dedicated to warfighters and families in...

VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) is proud to announce the administering of its 20,000th dose of COVID-19 vaccine on February 18, 2021. The milestone includes first and second doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines to...

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will participate in a virtual event with Veterans, introducing a new approach to commemorating Canadians who have served our country, at home...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) applauds the recent introduction of H.R.1115, The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Location Act of 2021. When signed into law, this act will provide the Congressional authority needed to build the Global War on...

OBXtek recently launched a Veteran Employee Resource Group (ERG) for employees. The mission of the Veteran ERG is to promote veteran recognition and opportunities for professional development with the vision of inspiring support and advocacy for the...

The Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) Veterans Health Administration announced yesterday that it vaccinated its 1 millionth Veteran with their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine. The VA Maryland Health Care System has administered more than 9,700...