Veterans News
News about those who have served in the military or for professionals who work with military units. Information includes benefits, services, products, technology, innovations and events of interest to veterans.
Cal Farley's Boys Ranch and Girlstown Veterans Memorial Booster Drive
Help raise over $3000 to build a Veterans memorial at Cal Farleys Boys Ranch. Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch Alumni Association seeks help in the costs of building a memorial for boys and girls of the Boys Ranch and Girlstown that have served and or have died defending our great nation. If 250 shirts are sold Farley’s Boys Ranch Alumni Association will earn over $3200. Shirts will be delivered approximately 2 weeks after the close date. All funds raised will go to Cal Farley's Boys Ranch Alumni. - October 25, 2013 - Cal Farleys Boys Ranch Alumni Association
Camp Withycombe Will Showcase the State's Rich Military History at a Veteran’s Day Open House in Clackamas, OR
On the free event on Thursday, Nov 7, members of the community can preview Oregon's WWII Memorial, a 33-foot obelisk, and see treasured artifacts from the Oregon Military Museum. The event honors veterans in all branches of service, especially those in the Oregon National Guard. Adults and children alike will appreciate the educational exhibits of Oregon's military history from early tribes to present day. School groups are welcome. Guests include Veterans from WWII through Iraq/Afghanistan. - October 23, 2013 - Historical Outreach Foundation
3rd Annual Sgt. Jimmy Event to Benefit Scholarship Fund
The 3rd Annual Sgt. Jimmy Memorial Scholarship Spaghetti Dinner benefits the Sgt. James C. Robinson Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund. - October 21, 2013 - Shabooms Inc.
Morton Visuals Launches Charity Fundraiser for the Holidays
Morton Visuals to donate 10% of proceeds from holiday events to each client's choice of two favorite charities. - October 19, 2013 - Morton Visuals
Leading Mortgage Industry Event Promises to Exceed Expectations
Industry partners promise generous donation to Boot Campaign presented at Sales Mastery to benefit wounded soldiers - October 18, 2013 - The Duncan Group
Party to Benefit the Wounded Warriors Project
Halloween Party to Benefit the Wounded Warriors Project - October 18, 2013 - Scott Burke
Paralympian Embarks Monday on Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Wounded Marine Rob Jones on quest to raise $1 million for charities that supported his recovery. - October 15, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Long® Fence is Puppy Sponsor for Hero Dogs, Inc. Service Dogs for Wounded Veterans
Archibald Henderson "Archie," a three-and-a-half-month old chocolate Labrador Retriever, came to visit Long® Fence in Ijamsville, MD on Friday, October 4, 2013. Archie is learning to be a service dog and social outings are just one part of a service dog’s intensive training. - October 10, 2013 - Long Fence
Legislature Honors Reviva Labs for Aiding U.S. Soldiers
For aid to American troops overseas, and for other public services, Reviva Labs, Haddonfield, N.J., has been honored by the full Legislature of the State of New Jersey. The honor was in a joint legislative resolution recently by the Senate and General Assembly, and signed by both the President of... - October 04, 2013 - Reviva Labs
Earn Working Person’s Store Rewards with Purchases, Product Reviews, and More
Link to WPS’s Facebook page and sign up for other programs to earn points - October 02, 2013 - Working Person's Store
Enable America Employment Support Programs for Veterans Profiled in Nationwide Television Broadcast
Enable America, a non-profit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, will be featured this week on “Hiring America,” a television program that highlights employment support for military veterans. The program will debut in a nationwide broadcast this... - October 02, 2013 - Enable America
Running For Others - Wounded Warriors and Others
Running for Others is a running blog that is entertaining via Jim's silly training and races experiences, sharing training tips, running gear suggestions and raising funds for the Wounded Warrior Project. - September 26, 2013 - Running For Others
A New Site Development, Renewable Energy, Construction Management Company Has Arrived in Denver - Five Star Companies, LLC
Five Star Companies, LLC is a unique and diversified veteran-owned company, focused on superior customer satisfaction in Construction Management (Traditional and Renewable Energy) and Civil/Site Development - emphasizing the LEED principles while promoting renewable energy concepts. - September 20, 2013 - Five Star Companies, LLC
Couple Sends Over 500 Gifts to Overseas Soldiers
Because of a interesting find in Coxs Creek, KY, a couple got inspired to distribute over 500 gifts to overseas U.S. soldiers. Michael Kirchhubel found letters in his attic that served as correspondence between his father and mother during WWII. - September 19, 2013 - Brass Peace Inc.
Fairfield Harbour’s Harbour Pointe Golf Club Participates in World’s Largest Golf Outing
Local Boating and Golf Community’s Golf Club Raises $4,300 in Support of the Wounded Warrior Project for Severely Injured U.S. Service Members - September 19, 2013 - Fairfield Harbour
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $6,500 Grant to Purdue University for Flight-Training Program
Combat-wounded veteran to attend seven-week academy at no cost. - September 17, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Unique Workshops Provide Key Knowledge and Skills for Those Assisting Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life
PsychArmor provides three different workshops offered throughout the US to educate Americans on how to welcome back our warriors. - September 16, 2013 - PsychArmor
Paralympian Prepares for Epic Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Wounded Marine on quest to raise $1 million for charities that supported his recovery. - September 12, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
TrackNet Goes Beyond Fleet Tracking, Sponsoring the Wounded Warrior Golf Tournament
TrackNet, a leading provider of fleet tracking systems, is sponsoring the Wounded Warrior Golf Tournament. The event will be held on Friday, October 11, 2013. - September 12, 2013 - TrackNet
Veteran Owned Georgia Company Helps Veterans in Their Career Transition
SolidHires Augusta and Military Community Hiring and Resource Expo. This event takes place September 20th from 10 am-2 pm in Augusta at the beautiful Miller-Motte Technical College Augusta Campus located at 621 NW Frontage Road Augusta, GA 30907. They are expecting over 300 veterans and their spouses along with another 200-400 from the general public to attend this event. - September 11, 2013 - SolidHires LLC
Local Guitar Hero Renders Stirring Version of National Anthem to Raise Awareness for Seriously Disabled Veterans
Billerica resident comes to the rescue of SAH Mission in Raynham. - September 06, 2013 - Dave Hines Media
Rodney Perry and Madeline Smith Supports Our Nation's Veterans
Rodney Perry reflects on his days as a young Navy Veteran, shares some of experiences and opinions with his audience and allows Operation Veteran's Promise to share their mission and message. - August 16, 2013 - Operation Veteran's Promise
Coalition’s Daughenbaugh Promoted to Vice President
Combat-wounded veteran joins leadership ranks at leading service organization. - August 14, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $10,000 Grant to Expand Veteran Job Opportunities Through IVET
Career transition workshops help wounded veterans prepare for civilian life. - August 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,400 Grant to Hire, Train First Employee at Dog Tag Bakery
Innovative DC-based start-up committed to empowering combat-wounded veterans. - July 23, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
The Daily Planet Café Celebrates Military Appreciation Week with Customer Discount
Rocky Top Hospitality’s Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Joins North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Honoring Military Veterans and Families with Customer Discount Through July 27. - July 20, 2013 - Rocky Top Hospitality
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Salutes Veteran Multicultural Businesses from 1970s-1990s
The Council Celebrates 40th Anniversary at Business Opportunity Expo with Salute to Veteran Council-Certified Minority Business Owners and Honors Claire Scanlon, BNY Mellon, with Appreciation Award in Supplier Diversity. - July 19, 2013 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
BBQ Fundraiser Will Kickoff Cross-Country Bike Trip by Wounded Warrior and Paralympian Rob Jones
July 27th event by “Fired Up To Help” to benefit Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes. - July 12, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Florida RE/MAX Office Puts “Veterans First”: New Program Focuses on Giving Back to Those in Uniform
RE/MAX Complete Solutions, an award-winning southeastern Florida real estate brokerage, is joining a network of RE/MAX offices that are giving back to our men and women in uniform. The brokerage is participating in the RE/MAX Veterans First program, created by veterans with the simple mission of... - July 12, 2013 - RE/MAX Complete Solutions
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,000 Grant to Provide Housing for Homeless Female Veterans
Donation to Final Salute will provide transitional support for women and children. - July 11, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $5,000 Grant for Commissioning of Wounded Warrior Sculpture
“Heroic Challenges” to serve as inspiration for wounded veterans undergoing rehab. - July 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
US DOL Awards $300k to Help Homeless Veterans POWER Up!
The US Department of Labor has awarded a $300,000 a year grant to theStrategist for its POWER Up! project that helps veterans get jobs in the technology, healthcare and skilled trade construction industries. - June 30, 2013 - theStrategist, LLC
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Awards $7,500 in Grants to VA Hospitals Across Western U.S.
Multi-state grants will fund variety of services for wounded veterans. - June 27, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
American Legion Elects New State Leadership
The American Legion Department of Arizona elected Judi Beischel as Department Commander. - June 27, 2013 - American Legion Dept. of AZ
The Automotive Payment Club Donates to the Fisher House Foundation to Help Military Families in Need
The Automotive Payment Club supports the Fisher House mission in providing a “home away from home” for wounded troops and their families. - June 25, 2013 - Automotive Payment Club
U.S. Veterans Arts Program Receives $7,500 Grant from Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Donation will fund innovative art-therapy programs for wounded veterans. - June 24, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Vietnam Veteran Receives Organized Spaces as Co's Community Service in Time for Fourth of July
A Philadelphia business philanthropist is marking the 4th of July holiday by aiding a Vietnam, Purple Heart infantry man, who is a paraplegic. Charles Waterman, the owner of ClosetsByDesign, an area custom closet company, had a vision to do something to help good causes that would be more personal... - June 18, 2013 - ACT, Inc.
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Teams with Feed The Children to Distribute Goods to Wounded Veterans
Massive donations of books, bottled water and more delivered to U.S. Army bases - June 13, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
10,000th Military Housing Unit Completed by Balfour Beatty Construction
10,000th Military Housing unit completed by Balfour Beatty Construction. Celebrated unit represents one out of 1,861 new homes built for military service men and women and their families at Ft. Bliss since 2005. - June 08, 2013 - Balfour Beatty Construction
HF LearnSafety LLC Provides Training Classes to Veterans to Become Connecticut Security Guard Card and Armed Security Guards
Full Tuition is reimbursed by the US Veterans Administration for qualifying active duty and military veterans in Connecticut taking these pre-employment classes with HF LearnSafety Firearms & Security Officer Training LLC. - June 06, 2013 - HF LearnSafety Firearms & Security Officer Training Center
Vietnam Veteran Producing Multimedia Documentary About Vietnam War and the Aftermath
Viet Nam: An Inner-View Helps Break Silence and Raise Awareness; Contains Never-before seen video and photos from the conflict in Vietnam. - May 24, 2013 - Viet Nam: An Inner-View
Long® Fence Sponsors the National Memorial Day Parade with Temporary Fence Donation
Long® Fence is honored to be a 2013 National Memorial Day Parade Supporter for an in-kind contribution of over 500-linear feet of temporary pedestrian barricade fencing. The parade will take place in our nation’s capital on Monday, May 27, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM EDT. The fencing will... - May 24, 2013 - Long Fence
Working Person’s Store Partners with Troop ID to Deliver Online Deals and Discounts to Military Families
Veteran, Active Duty, Retiree, and Military Spouse Patrons of the Working Person’s Store are now Eligible for an Appreciation Discount through Troop ID. - May 23, 2013 - Working Person's Store
Dallas Veteran Non-Profit Sends Disaster Relief Team to Oklahoma Tornado Victims
In response to the disaster in Oklahoma, Honor Courage Commitment, Inc. will be sending a team to Moore and OKC this afternoon to aid in the search-and-rescue, and cleanup efforts of the affected areas. HCC is a local non-profit that recruits, educates, mentors, and guides transitioning military... - May 23, 2013 - Honor Courage Commitment, Inc.
Bennigan's to Honor U.S. Military with Wall of Heroes
Second annual tribute to veterans, active duty soldiers will benefit Coalition to Salute America's Heroes. - May 22, 2013 - Bennigan's Franchising Company
Karen E. Kile Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Karen E. Kile of Mary Esther, Florida has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of nonprofit social services. About Karen E. Kile Ms. Kile has over 27 years experience in the social services field... - May 21, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Rate Reduction by Local Non-Profit to Help Meet Needs of Alzheimer’s Caregivers
The Alzheimer’s Care Resource Center announced today that it has drastically reduced the rate for its Alzheimer’s dementia specific geriatric care management services. “As the only local non-profit organization dedicated solely to meeting the unique needs of the Alzheimer’s... - May 20, 2013 - Alzheimer's Care Resource Center, Inc.
Business Furnishings, Inc. Donates Furniture to Texas’ First Veteran Business Incubator
Business Furnishings, Inc. has partnered with Honor Courage Commitment, Inc. to provide support to veterans in the Dallas community. Business Furnishings, Inc. is donating office furniture, cubicles, desks, and chairs to Honor Courage Commitment, Inc. to fully furnish their veteran business... - May 19, 2013 - Honor Courage Commitment, Inc.
3:53 a.m. an eBook by Nocomus Columbus Now Available on Amazon
"3:53 a.m." by Nocomus Columbus. A metaphysical short story available now on Amazon Kindle and Goodreads. For more information please see: http://www.amazon.com/3-53-a-m-ebook/dp/B00C3341BG - May 09, 2013 - 3:53 a.m.
Active Heroes Launched iPhone App
Active Heroes has collaborated with Rocksauce Studios: an App Development Company in Austin, Texas to create an app to help expand and enrich their mission. With help from Stay Classy, an online fundraising tool: Active Heroes and Rocksauce Studios successfully completed their mission of creating a... - April 30, 2013 - Rocksauce Studios