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U.S. Rep. Pat Ryan’s bill would extend health coverage for military children

February 17, 2023

WEST POINT — Vicki and her husband Thomas “TJ” Jackson’s 20-year military career has been a journey of constant deployments: From Germany to Virginia, Colorado to South Carolina, and California…

3 Valentine’s Day Ideas for Military Couples on a Budget

January 27, 2023

For military couples, spending holidays together can be happenchance thanks to deployments and trainings. And if you are together, you want it to be special.  If you’re looking for ideas…

Priscilla | Business Analyst

January 9, 2023

Meet Priscilla. She’s an Army spouse who faced her financial challenges head-on by proving that the unicorn job she desired – remote, flexible, and well-paying – exists and is now…

New Year, New Opportunity to Prepare for the Unexpected

December 30, 2022

For military families, the uncertainty of frequent moves, deployments, and other unexpected events can make saving for the future feel like a never-ending obstacle. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways…

An Interview with Zanade Mann, DEPLOY Fellow of the New York Tri-State Area

December 22, 2022

Blue Star Families’ Campaign for Inclusion is making significant headway in its second year, with a new cohort of DEPLOY Fellows taking on initiatives in various realms. The DEPLOY (Diversify…

Start the Conversation Now: Ways to Connect This Holiday

December 20, 2022

If you could have one superpower, what would it be? Alliance for a Healthier Generation believes asking unique, engaging questions is just one of many ways we can better connect…

Leaning In To Military Moms’ Experience To Better the Community

December 2, 2022

Military moms hold a lot of influence, and for one of Blue Star Families’ newest recruits, they’re the reason she still stands. Play Now Mickia Freeman joins the 2022-2023 class…

Appreciation for a Life in the Military

December 2, 2022

Did you know that around 1% or less of the U.S. population serves in the military? This means many people don’t understand modern military life and the challenges and opportunities…

December 2022 Newsletter

November 29, 2022

Warm hearts. Cozy. Joyful.  What words describe your holiday season?  While I hope “bah humbug” isn’t the first that jumps to mind, I know this time of year can be…