Our ask is simple - DO YOUR PART for military and Veteran families and the Common Defense.
Welcome to
Blue Star
Families
We look forward to celebrating Blue Star Welcome Week with YOU from September 23 to October 1!
During Blue Star Welcome Week and all year round, let us give military families a sense of belonging.
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Military life is an adventure, and those frequent moves can shake things up. According to the DOD, 600,000 families will move this year. Check out our "365 Welcome List Assist" to find comfort amidst the chaos.
Blue Star Families never stops looking for ways to empower and support our members — that’s why we are excited to announce a partnership with the world’s largest neighborhood network, NextDoor, and the new Military Movers website! While it won’t pack boxes for you, this tool is perfect to ensure your ready to explore your new community.
Are you a...
Military
Family
Experience authentic connections and a sense of belonging in your community with the resources and support you need to thrive.
Veteran
Family
Your family's service has been marked by honor, courage, and commitment. Now, it's our turn to support you and your loved ones as you navigate the road ahead.
Civilian
Neighbor
Discover ways to show your support and make the military families in your community feel welcome.
Community
Supporter
Take action to show that military and Veteran families near or far can lean on your organization.
Join the
Neighborhood
Looking for the inside scoop on the latest Blue Star Families has to offer military families? Visit the Neighborhood to find out about our upcoming events, get connected to a local chapter, access your FREE benefits, and so much more!
Meet our military families
and their neighbors
Connect with us
Blue Star Families Launches New Campaign — Do Your Part: For Military Families & The Common Defense
Yesterday, Blue Star Families began rolling out its new “Do Your Part” campaign to create a national coalition supported by Craig Newmark and craig newmark…
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New duty station? Your identity and finances could be at risk. Protect your family with Aura.
As you settle into your new home and gear up for the new school year, those of you who recently PCS’d or are still in the process of doing so should review Aura’s top five tips for keeping your family safe from cybercrime and online theft during a move.
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You shared your experiences with us, and we’re sharing them with the world.
Thousands of military and Veteran family members (over 9,000!) took time from busy lives last May, June, and July to share their stories with us. The data you shared allowed our team to dive deep into the issues and identify opportunities for change.
Military Family Facts
RELOCATION
SENSE OF BELONGING
WELCOME
54%
received hard orders two months or less before relocating
44%
do not feel a sense of belonging to their local civilian community
49%
feel welcome in their local civilian community
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