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The annual Courage Awards & Benefit Dinner, hosted by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) and presented by Goldman Sachs, honored America’s wounded warriors and supporters on Sept. 10, 2024, in...

Like many teenagers, Antoinette Wallace wasn’t sure what her future held. Though she dreamt of becoming a lawyer, the military was not on her radar screen. But on Sept. 11, 2001, the...

Women represent the fastest-growing population in both military service and the veteran community. As women transition out of the military, they face unique challenges that can hinder their...

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) recently hosted its 2024 Community Partner Convening, delivered by CSX. Over 80 leading military and veterans service organizations united under the theme,...

Like many others, Jacob Norotsky’s journey into the military stemmed from a desire to serve and protect. But it was losing his father and fellow post-9/11 veterans to suicide that led to his...

Journalism plays a vital role in American society. News stories have helped give a voice to America’s military veterans, shining a light on their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. In recent...

While the transition to civilian life can be exciting, it can also present financial hurdles veterans must prepare for. However, with the right support and resources, veterans can achieve...

Some of the best-known benefits veterans can qualify for include disability compensation and health care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). But there are other benefits and...

Everyone experiences stress at some point in their lives. Daily work or family responsibilities may take a back seat when life becomes overwhelming, which can cause anxiety, depression, and other...

Increasing food costs are a pressing issue for many Americans, including the veteran population, who may find it challenging to obtain enough food to feed their families. Addressing food...

Although students are often excited to head back to school, the early mornings, drama over homework, and ensuring everything makes it into a backpack can undoubtedly create stress in any...

Veteran Dan Smee joined the Army as a medic in 1983, served four years, and returned to normal life. But, after the attack on 9/11, he felt the need to return to service. He joined the National...

Veterans served and sacrificed during their military careers to protect our freedom and keep us safe. When it's time to transition to civilian work, their next mission is often to find a job that...

Zach Tidwell was just 16 years old when he first reached out to a Marine Corps recruiter. There was no question about it: He knew he wanted to be a Marine. But since he had to wait until after...

Air travel is inherently stressful: arriving hours early, navigating security lines and gate changes, handling delays and layovers, and even the fleeting thought of whether your baggage will make...

Tattoos in the military are not just ink on skin; they hold deep symbolism and connection to a rich history of service. U.S. soldiers began getting tattoos during the Civil War as a form of...

Scour the internet. Read your local newspaper. Travel the country. You probably won’t find anything like a Carry Forward 5K®, one of the most unique events in nonprofit fundraising coordinated...

Transitioning from military life to civilian life can be a significant change for veterans but also an opportunity for a new beginning. Things like finding a new job or career, adjusting to...

Anyone can experience anxiety – an emotional response that evokes feelings of worry, nervousness, and unease. Anxiety may include physical symptoms like a racing heart, stomach pain, or sweaty...

Military medals and ribbons are more than decorations. They are symbols of service, honor, commitment, and bravery. You can’t earn them without great sacrifice. But have you ever wondered what...

Like many other veterans, Arnulfo Dauto found it difficult to adapt to civilian life. In the service, there was a defined mission, built-in camaraderie, and an overwhelming sense of purpose....

After more than two decades in the U.S. Army, Greg Quarles found himself rehabbing in a Soldier Recovery Unit, seeking for ways to regain his sense of purpose, camaraderie, and physical health. He...

Challenged by the transition to civilian life after 20 years of serving in the Army, Iraq War veteran William Childs unexpectedly found solace in an old pastime: video gaming. What began as a...

It’s a packed house minutes before a Chicago Wolves hockey game. It’s Military Appreciation Night, and up against the glass, staring excitedly at the ice is a 3-year-old boy atop his dad’s...

After taking a tour of her Savannah, Georgia, home, one might be challenged to describe Yolanda Jones’ style. She has an eclectic mix of items on display, from crayon-scribbled scraps of paper,...