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.

Military Charity Celebrates Historic Milestone

Operation Gratitude sent its One Millionth Care Package on December 7, making it the the first military support organization to accomplish such a feat. - December 11, 2013 - Operation Gratitude

2013 Road to Recovery Conference Begins Today in Orlando

Annual event hosted by the Coalition to Salute America's Heroes is transformative experience for more than 100 wounded veterans and their families. - December 09, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes Sponsors Luxury Cruise for Combat-Wounded Veterans and Spouses

Opportunity to relax, re-connect and repair relationships proved “invaluable” to participants. - December 05, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

Precision Door Service Cleveland Donates/Installs Door & Operator to the Wounded Warrior Project

Together The Wounded Warrior Project, Precision Door Service of Cleveland, and SafeGuard Properties Assist Local Veteran and Family. - December 05, 2013 - Precision Door Service

Carolina Wing Company Launches Wheels for Heroes Program to Help Disabled Combat Veterans

Local Restaurant to Give Away an Action Trackchair Through Project in Partnership with Operation: Coming Home - November 21, 2013 - Carolina Wing Company

Parole in Place Help for Military Families: New Immigration Policy

Law Office of Alena Shautsova, a New York Immigration law firm located in Brooklyn is assisting families of U.S. Military members with the parole in place applications. - November 20, 2013 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova

Senior Helpers Discusses Aid and Attendance and Veteran Benefits

Abigail Critchfield, owner and Client Coordinator of Senior Helpers, was invited as the featured guest on "Behind the Lines" with Diane Dayton. Abigail discusses the Veterans Benefit of Aid and Attendance and the eligibility requirements that are necessary to qualify. Senior Helpers of Lancaster County is one of 15 with in the 300 National Senior Helpers office to offer this Veterans Benefits program. Future education sessions are offered to discuss Aid and Attendance. - November 14, 2013 - Senior Helpers of Lancaster County

Seasoned Military Veteran to Head National Security Firm's Dallas Office

Veteran brings 20 years of security and safety experience to help better protect Dallas area . - November 13, 2013 - Crescent Guardian, Inc.

Operation: Coming Home Hosts Key Ceremony for Raleigh Native, U.S. Army Ranger 1st Lt. Nathan Rimpf

Volunteer Project Completes Sixth Custom-Built Home to Honor the Service of East Carolina University, Leesville Road High School Alumnus - November 13, 2013 - Operation Coming Home

Vet2Tech Announces Veteran Scholarship Challenge

Vet2Tech will be awarding five lucky veterans in the Chicagoland area full scholarships for online commercial food equipment technician training to help them re-enter the job market. - November 08, 2013 - Vet2Tech

Women Veterans ROCK! is Putting a Female Face on Veterans Day

The ARC Theater of Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. will be home to the 5th annual Women Veterans ROCK! Rally. The free community event will serve as a tribute to military women and their families. Additionally, service providers and employers will be present to facilitate the needs of the veteran community. - November 05, 2013 - Women Veterans ROCK!

Women Veterans ROCK! Partners with The Metro to Employ More Women Veterans

The Women Veterans ROCK! Advocacy Campaign announces a new strategic alliance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority to recruit and hire more qualified women veterans into jobs within the transportation industry. - November 04, 2013 - Women Veterans ROCK!

DayBreak of Lowcountry Announces Program for Veterans

DayBreak of the Lowcountry announces partnership with VetserV. - October 31, 2013 - DayBreak of the Lowcountry

Senior Helpers Reminds Residents of New Jersey’s Burlington, Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties to Honor Seniors Who Served This Veterans Day

Peter Mangiola of Senior Helpers of Southern New Jersey calls residents to Honor Veterans with 11 Acts of Recognition. - October 30, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ

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