News by subject: VET

Avail Cannabis has applied for ethics approval on an Observational study which will seek to identify a cannabinoid profile and optimal therapeutic dose of medical cannabis oil for military veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)...

The United Service Organizations (USO), whose mission is to strengthen America's military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country throughout their service to the nation, has been awarded a $3 million grant from Lilly...

On November 5, 2020, Tampa-based TradesFactor won the Veterans in Residence Pitch Competition hosted by Bunker Labs. The top prize was $5,000....

Though the result of the presidential election was disappointing, there were many positive signs for veterans in the 2020 elections, according to the Coalition for American Veterans (CAV). Big gains were made in the House of Representatives, with a...

"It's competitive and collaborative, and it's all about making this world a better place." These poignant words at once describe the partnership between Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) and military veterans charity Record the Journey (RTJ), as...

The US Navy Veterans Mesothelioma Advocate says, "To ensure that a Navy Veteran with mesothelioma or their family does not get shortchanged on financial compensation we have endorsed attorney Erik Karst of the law firm of Karst von Oiste. Erik Karst...

For the second year in a row, AT&T, parent company of WarnerMedia, Warner Bros, HBO, CNN, and DC, among others, is sponsoring a Veterans in Media Fellowship in collaboration with Veterans in Media & Entertainment (VME).  "The fellowship highlights...

Global health and wellness brand GNC today launched an all-new line of clean supplements in partnership with Jay Glazer, TV personality and owner of the Unbreakable Performance Center, a gym known for training celebrity and elite athletes alike....

Trulieve Cannabis Corp. ("Trulieve" or "the Company"), a United States-based leading medical cannabis company, announced today a donation for all TruVet Program partners year-to-date in honor of Veterans Day. A total of $15,000, representing a...

Our nation's military continues to answer the call of service, whether fighting the pandemic, responding to natural disasters or deployed on missions overseas. Over the holidays, the United Service Organizations (USO) brings traditions of the season...

Trimble announced today it is partnering with Team Rubicon, a nonprofit organization that mobilizes military veterans alongside first responders and community members to help communities prepare, respond and recover from disasters and humanitarian...

Hometown Hero CBD, Austin's very own award-winning cannabis retailer that puts an emphasis on its work with veterans and providing first-class customer service across the country, is introducing a new cannabis-themed holiday, similar to the likes of...

American Bible Society's Armed Services Ministry today announced the launch of a new program, Hero Squad, to show children of the Military the support of a grateful nation. Through donor commitments, the program will provide a welcome box as well as...

Veterans trying to buy homes using their VA loan received a small boost last week from FHFA, but it wasn't near enough. In late November each year, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) sets the new conforming loan limit for the coming year. The...

Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) announced today a multi-year agreement with the nation's largest veterans service organization, The American Legion, as a sponsor of the No. 48 Honda in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES represented by a combination of Seven-Time...

For the third year in a row, ANSER, a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to public service in the fields of national security, homeland security, and public safety, has been officially awarded the 2020 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award! The...

WalletHub named Fisher House Foundation as the best charity for veterans earlier this month, joining CharityWatch and Charity Navigator, among others, in recognizing Fisher House as a top military and veterans charity. For 30 years, Fisher House has...

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is hosting its beloved annual gala, For Love of Country, virtually on December 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. across all time zones....

On Nov. 10th, Oceanside's first licensed cannabis delivery service, MedLeaf Delivery, joined forces with the Veteran's Association of North County (VANC) and American Legion Post 760 to donate over $500 worth of Thanksgiving turkeys to local veteran...

To support Veterans and show appreciation for their service, The Financial Quarterback Josh Jalinski offers three free appointments to help them manage their finances. In addition to the free Veteran consultations, which will be first come, first...

Stellar Solutions, a global aerospace engineering services leader, has been awarded the 2020 Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans (HIRE Vets) Gold Medallion Award. Veterans make up 41% of Stellar Solutions'...

The US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate says, "We are urging a Navy Veteran with lung cancer, who had heavy exposure to asbestos in the service, or their immediate family members to please call the remarkable lawyers at the law firm of Karst von...

Natures Pure Organix, a pioneering hemp oil manufacturer, is bringing the hope of health and healing to millions of first responders and US military veterans through the company's donation to HeroGrown. "There are over 20 million military veterans...

MCI Diagnostic Center, a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned small business that offers national laboratory testing and diagnostics in all 50 states, officially introduced the Dallas community to its new state-of-the-art laboratory and staff. MCI expanded...

Next Level Performance, an industry leader in sales incentives, engagement and recognition programs, meetings and events, is pleased to announce the addition of Mike Ryan as Director of Client Solutions. Mike has been in the events and incentive...

Army Veteran, Emery Pan, started flipping real estate while on active duty serving in the 82nd Airborne. Now a civilian, she continues to invest in real estate and expanding her business while supporting her veteran community. Knowing how hard some...

Well, this was exciting. Leading photographer at Get Shot by Brian, Brian Bailey, was interviewed by PHL17. PHL17 is a Philadelphia and Tri-State media and news outlet. A separate segment on PHL17 called Weekend Philler and Brian was one of the few...

Dog Tag Inc. (DTI) announced today a $75,000 matching donation from Craig Newmark Philanthropies. This generous philanthropic investment will multiply the impact of donations made during the month of December and advance Dog Tag's mission to empower...

For Shop Small Business Saturday, Bunker Labs has released its first-ever Gift Guide featuring small businesses owned by military veterans and military spouses....

The US Navy Veterans Mesothelioma Advocate says, "We are appealing to the family of a Navy Veteran with confirmed mesothelioma coast to coast to not roll the dice on financial compensation and to call attorney Erik Karst of the law firm of Karst von...

Southern Trust Home Services, a leading electrical, HVAC and plumbing company serving southwest Virginia, is now accepting nominations for its yearly "Heat for a Hero" program. The selected nominee will receive a new heating system for their home,...

PenFed Credit Union, the nation's second-largest federal credit union, announced today the launch of the "PenFed Saves You Money" integrated marketing campaign highlighting how members of the military and civilians both save money through great...

National Commander of The American Legion James W. "Bill" Oxford issued the following statement regarding the 2020 elections: "The...

NeuroFlow, the leader in technology-enabled behavioral health integration, and Wounded Warrior Project, a tireless advocate and provider of lifesaving mental health programs for our nation's injured veterans, announced new remote behavioral health...

"Built to Serve Edition" Ram 1500 pickup trucks honor five branches of the United States armed forces Fourth installment introduces 1,000 models in Tank and 1,000 models in Flame Red Military branch-inspired interior features Medium Greystone...

The brand, originally located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has made the move to become part of Austin's thriving independent business scene. On the transition, the owner Micaela Brown noted, "We are thrilled to be back home in Texas, and part of the...

Service Corporation International , North America's largest provider of funeral, cemetery and cremation services, and its brand, Dignity Memorial®, is partnering with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) on Giving Tuesday, Tuesday,...

After a year-long, worldwide search for diverse early-stage startups, Established (the company behind Startup of the Year Summit) announced that SoLo Funds was named the Startup of the Year Champion at the first online Startup of the Year Summit on...

From coast to coast to coast, Canadians have a longstanding commitment to providing volunteer services that improve the well-being of Canadian Veterans and paying tribute to their  sacrifices and achievements.   The Minister of Veterans Affairs...

TOPGUN Fighter Foundation (TGFF) was thrilled to sponsor the Gala & Clay Shoot held this past Monday, November 16 and Tuesday, November 17, 2020, to support the Warrior Health Foundation and its mission to serve Special Operations Forces veterans who...

The US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate says, "We are appealing to the wife, or adult son/daughter of a Navy Veteran who has lung cancer to please call 800-714-0303 if their loved one had significant exposure to asbestos on a navy ship, submarine...

NPower, one of America's leading nonprofits for equity in tech, has partnered with MTX Group Inc. to connect veterans and military spouses who graduate from NPower's program with paid internships and full-time apprenticeships in the Dallas-Ft. Worth...

In an effort to increase their reach to students, educators and veterans and the involvement of the 69 living recipients of the Medal of Honor in the delivery, The Congressional Medal of Honor Society and Foundation today announced transformational...

In a special message, distributed to its members and supporters via email and social media, the Coalition for American Veterans addressed the election of Joe Biden and outlined its plans for the next four years. "Over the next four years, the voices...

Two cadets from Fork Union Military Academy were named the top prize winners in the local Patriot's Pen essay contest sponsored by Post 8169 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Each year, the Veterans of Foreign Wars organization sponsors the...

This holiday season comes as many high-risk paralyzed veterans have been trapped in their homes for months, and as military suicides are up 20% over last year. In response, Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) is launching Holiday Hope for Heroes, a...

Warriors Heart, a private treatment facility providing care for addiction and chemical dependency and PTSD for active military, veterans, law enforcement and first responders, announces a collaboration with MTM | Watch, the leading manufacturer of...

One of the Nation's premier nonprofits, Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix), will proudly host Support Vet Tix 2020, a national entertainment event on November 21st from 2:00pm ? 6:00pm (EST) via the Vet Tix website, Facebook and YouTube. This...

Despite the pandemic, Nationwide Title Clearing, the leading post-closing services provider for the nation's largest financial institutions, investors and servicers, has continued its ongoing support to the Carrington Charitable Foundation's...

For immediate release VFR Healthcare and Minority Veterans of America to Expand Access of Behavioral Health Services to Underserved Veteran Population Veteran & First Responder (VFR) Healthcare ("VFR"), a leading provider of technology-enabled mental...