Starbucks and Blue Star Families Address Military Family Food Insecurity
Starbucks shines as a beacon of commitment to Blue Star Families’ Do Your Part initiative, made possible by the generosity of Craig Newmark and craig newmark philanthropies, addressing critical issues affecting military families and our collective defense efforts. Not only do they provide employment opportunities for military spouses, but they also foster community connections as…
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T-Mobile Bolsters Support for Military Spouse Employment: Meet Trang
Embracing the Blue Star Families & Hiring Our Heroes 4+1 Commitment to military spouse success, T-Mobile leads the charge in prioritizing the hiring of our military-connected community, and here’s an example of how. Meet Trang Cline, a military spouse of over 12 years whose journey has taken her all over the world — from Korea…
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Salesforce Stories: Cindy’s Path to a New Career
Meet Cindy. She’s a Navy Veteran and military spouse determined to embrace change while leveraging her tech skills. As she embarks on a journey with Salesforce Military, Cindy anticipates not just a career shift but a pursuit of opportunities that promise fulfillment and financial security. Cindy learned about Salesforce Military when Blue Star Families popped…
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Master Salesforce Military: Your Path to Success
Master Salesforce Military: Your Path to Success Hey there, military spouse! Looking to make a change in 2024? We’ve got your back. This fall, we’re diving into the world of Salesforce Military Certification, and we hope you’ll mark your calendar to join us for one of three exclusive training sessions to set yourself up for…
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This MilSpouse Works From Home! Checkout What T-Mobile Did For Her
Meet Alyssa, an Army spouse and mom to two amazing kids. Because of her husband’s gig as a warrant officer, they’ve hopped around more times than she can count. But this summer, they put down roots in Fort Liberty, just outside Fayetteville, North Carolina. They snagged their first house and are on a mission to…
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10 Must-Have Items for Military Families During Sick Season
As the temperature drops and leaves fall, cold and flu season approaches. For military families, this season can be particularly challenging, especially when solo parenting due to training and deployments. With 70% of active-duty families living off military installations and one-third (33%) lacking nearby civilian support, staying vigilant and scheduling annual vaccinations are crucial for…
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Exclusive Target Discount: Veteran & Military Family Appreciation
Because moving plus the holidays can be expensive, we created the Blue Star Families 365 Welcome List Assist, sponsored by Target to help you stress less after your PCS. Save both time and money with this carefully curated shopping list plus every “to-do” you’ll need to adapt and thrive in your new city or military…
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Celebration 2023 Highlights Relationships Building a Stronger Community
We have so much to celebrate, and we certainly did during Celebration 2023! Blue Star Celebration, an annual event that honors Americans who are doing their part to preserve our All-Volunteer Force’s strength and viability by supporting our military families, was held October 26, 2023, at the Great Hall of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.…
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Guardians of Our Troops: Addressing Lethal Means in the Military Community
Our military community is as vast and varied as it is tenacious. Yet, despite their resilience, the people of this community have a higher risk of dying by suicide than their civilian counterparts. . Recognizing the gravity of these numbers underscores the pivotal role caregivers play, especially concerning lethal means safety. Empowering the Nation Through…
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