Blue Star Stories
5 Things MilFams Loved About Blue Star Summer Camp 2020 (the Home Edition)
This summer was anything but traditional. With in-person camps and activities postponed or canceled, we knew we wanted to step up the virtual fun and offer a way to bring elementary-aged military kids together—all while keeping them engaged, busy, and active! That’s why we created our four-week long inaugural Blue Star Summer Camp – the…
Read moreAugust 2020 Newsletter
2 New Chapters Sponsored by CSX! We have two upcoming virtual Chapter launch events—one in Dayton (August 17 – 21), and one in Tampa (August 24 – 28). Stay tuned for more info! Find a local Chapter in your area. Update Your Preferences (Help us help you!) Did you move? Let us know! We…
Read moreNeed a Safe Summer Activity? Try This!
While the summer means a break from virtual learning and homeschooling efforts, it also represents new challenges. Travel bans are lifting, and PCSing has started. Your home, including toys and games, may all be packed up, ready to be shipped. Plus, camps and activities originally scheduled to keep kids busy and entertained are probably canceled,…
Read moreJuly 2020 Newsletter
Jolly Time Helps Troops This Summer We’re honored to be selected by Jolly Time Pop Corn as a beneficiary of its “Help Our Troops” campaign! Show your support by voting for Blue Star Families here and purchasing a Jolly Time Pop Corn “Help Our Troops” Blast O Butter 3-pack next time you shop at your…
Read moreHow Blue Star Nation Thanked Starbucks in a BIG Way for Supporting the Well-Being of MilFams & Veterans
Did you know May was Military Appreciation Month and Mental Health Awareness Month? A suitable combination as military families, and everyone else in the country, hunkered down at home to self-isolate amidst COVID-19. And while MilFams are usually pros at handling hard times like these, this pandemic exacerbated some existing challenges that had us all…
Read moreJune 2020 Newsletter
Serving Those Who Serve Now through June 1, when you send a Starbucks eGift, for any amount, Starbucks will sweeten the pot by donating $5 split evenly between Blue Star Families and Headstrong. You know what that means, right? A $5 gift provides $10 of support — $5 for your recipient and $5 for military…
Read moreThe #HomeHaircutChallenge: A Closer Look at the Virtual Fundraiser to Support Blue Star Families
By now, we’re sure you’ve heard the news about our #HomeHaircutChallenge, right? But, maybe you’re asking why? Why did we create such a thing? And the answer is pretty simple. The fight against COVID-19 has impacted our MilFams in a big way. So, we wanted to raise awareness and support via the #HomeHaircutChallenge, while bringing…
Read moreMay 2020 Newsletter
#HomeHaircutChallenge We asked you to join the fun, and you’ve #NailedIt! We’re loving all of the #HomeHaircutChallenge photos and videos you’re tagging Blue Star Families in on social media. Keep ‘em coming and continue to challenge your friends and family to further the movement. Your support is helping us fund our urgent COVID-19 efforts! Learn…
Read moreCheck Out the Great Things Blue Star Families Volunteers are Doing During COVID19
One bright spot in today’s trying times is seeing people come together to support their fellow community members—from the essential workers to the immunosuppressed, and others in need. Now, if you’re healthy and have the time, you may be asking yourself: What can I do to help? So, we ventured over to our Blue Star…
Read more5 Winning Achievements of Our Volunteers (So Far in 2020!)
Did you know that April is Global Volunteer Month? And not only that, but this week (April 19-25) is National Volunteer Appreciation Week! While life looks different for us all right now, we wanted to give a shoutout to our awesome Blue Star Families volunteers who continue to find ways to serve, even during this…
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