Blog Posts in "Military Programs"

Join Wreaths Across America on National Wreaths Across America Day December 16, 2023 at 12:00pm Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, our mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as over 3,400 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea, and abroad. THIS YEAR'S THEME--SERVE AND SUCCEED “There are many ways to serve your community and country, and just as many definitions of success. We hope through focusing on those stories of success we will help change the dialogue around what ... read more

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR HOLIDAY MEALS FOR MILITARY 2023! Operation Homefront's 14th Annual Holiday Meals for Military Programis Now Open for Registration for Eligible Military Families. The added expense of the holiday season can be challenging for military families.National nonprofit Operation Homefront is launching its 14th annual Holiday Meals for Military program to support military families often far from loved ones during the holiday season, and who may be experiencing financial hardships due to the impact of inflation. The program will make the season brighter for more than 14,500... read more

Trees for Troops delivers the spirit of Christmas to military families-one christmas tree at a time Mission The mission of the Christmas Spirit Foundation is to advance the Christmas Spirit for kids, families & the environment through programs & activities. About Trees for Troops Trees for Troops, a program of the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation, provides free, farm-grown Christmas Trees to United States armed forces members in all branches of the military and their families, through donations, sponsorships, grants and the work of many volunteers. Review our Trees for Troops Fast Facts for more. ... read more

It's that time of year again, nominations are now open for Operation Homefront's 2024 Military Child of theYear® Awards! This is such a wonderful opportunity for our military kiddos. Now in its 16th year, the Military Child of the Year® Award reflects the positive impact that these impressive young people have made on their military families, their schools, and their communities. ABOUT THE AWARDS Seven national Military Child of the Year® (MCOY) Awards are presented to one outstanding youth from each service branch: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, and the Spa... read more

This is such an amazing program! Below are the details from Operation Homefront: Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2023 Back-to-School Brigade events! Operation Homefront is honored to be able to provide school supplies to our military families and help in any way that they can. Please note that this event is for DEERS enrolled military dependent children only who will be in Kindergarten through 12th grade for the 2023-2024 school year. If you do not have a MyOH ( My Operation Homefront ) profile, you will need to create one before you can register for the event. Be sure to fill out the event ... read more