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Fallen Patriots 2025 ‘25 for 25′ Run/Walk Challenge
Fallen Patriots 2025 ‘25 for 25′ Run/Walk Challenge aims to complete 25,000 collective miles in support of the estimated 25,000 Children of our Fallen U.S. Servicemembers. In 2025, Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation (CFP) is challenging participants to help meet their goal of raising $25 per mile by Memorial Day, May 26, 2025! The challenge…
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Saying Thank You By Taking Action
Just last month we celebrated Veterans Day. It’s the day we say a collective “Thank You” to those who have worn our country’s uniform, and a yearly reminder to think of those who have served. It’s not enough. It’s not enough to post on social media once a year to demonstrate to our friends and…
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Families form networks of care in Murfreesboro Fisher House
Roberta Broomer connects with other guests at the Alvin C. York VA Fisher House in Murfreesboro, Tennessee easily. Those friendships have led to memories that are hard to imagine, like speaking at the funeral of a fellow guest’s veteran, accompanying a woman to see her brother for the last time, or sheltering together during storms.…
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Steve Alpert: Honoring the Military through His Art
Steve Alpert transitioned from a career in television production to painting full-time. His first paintings were landscapes offering a feeling of tranquility giving him a sense of freedom which led him to reflect on the gratitude he feels for those fighting for that freedom. Although Alpert never served his country in uniform, he has found…
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Inaugural Military Thriving Change Forum Creates Community Blueprint
Last month on October 23rd, Georgetown University and ZeroMils, a Veteran-owned social impact organization, co-hosted the first national Military Thriving Change Forum of its kind. This groundbreaking event, sponsored by Wells Fargo, brought together senior leaders from across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors and created a blueprint that outlined a path forward to improve…
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What to know about transitioning out of the service
Transitioning out of the military to civilian life is a daunting task, with mounds of paperwork, countless decisions to be made and stress from every angle. In many ways service members are defined by not only what they did in the service, but by the people they served with. Transitioning out severs all of those…
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Stress-Free Travel for Solo Parents
Traveling with young children as a solo parent can be daunting, especially for military families who face unique challenges and frequent relocations. Recognizing these struggles, Kids-Friendly Tours offers a solution designed to transform travel from a chore into a cherished adventure. Founded by Simone Atkinson, a military spouse and mother of two toddlers, the company’s…
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Giving Back and Giving Thanks for Our Veterans
November is more than just the month we kick off the holiday season. It’s an invitation to celebrate our veterans and an opportunity to practice gratitude for the blessings in our lives. It’s also a chance to win 1 million IHG® One Rewards points. For more details, read below. Veterans are a select group of…
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Prosthetics Give Army Veteran Freedom, Fisher House Gives Him Strength
Almost every year since 2016, Army veteran Matthew Melancon makes the trip from his home in Utah to San Diego, California where he spends two weeks going through what should be three months of prosthetic care. Fortunately, Fisher House gives him a place to recharge after each long day of appointments. “Having my own space…
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Well Power: Paving the Way for Healthier, Happier Military Families
Imagine you’re stationed halfway around the world and you learn your hometown’s air quality is causing your child’s asthma to act up. Or you hear that your family’s water supply is tainted, forcing them to spend limited grocery money on bottled water. No doubt, that kind of news would elevate your stress and weigh heavily…
