Blue Star Stories
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Military Appreciation Month kicks off today, Wednesday, May 1st! Do you know what that means? Starbucks Military Appreciation eGifts are finally here! And as a military family you should know this because Starbucks designed these appreciation cards specifically to support you. Starbucks is committed to building community — just like we are — which is…
Read moreGrab The Home Depot’s PCS Moving Essentials Checklist!
Are you one of the 600,000 military families that will be moving this year? Are you attempting a Personally Procured Move (PPM)? Picking up and moving as a military family, especially when trying to do it yourself, can be such a challenge. It can feel like an overwhelming task. Where do you even start with…
Read moreWant to Keep Your MilKid Safe Online? This Will Help!
Hey military families! Did you know that one of the most common ways for cybercriminals to access your personal info is through your MilKid and their online accounts? While we may be aware of the potential dangers of the internet, our MilKids are especially vulnerable to cyber attacks as they are often less aware or…
Read moreStarbucks 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…
Read moreT-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…
Read moreSalesforce 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…
Read moreThis 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…
Read more10 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…
Read moreExclusive 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…
Read moreCelebration 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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