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September 2022 Newsletter

September 2, 2022

Welcome to September! Have you heard… Blue Star Welcome Week is almost here! A sense of belonging is so important for everyone, but it’s crucial for military- and Veteran-connected families…

Schlotzsky’s® Announces New Hometown Heart Program to Support Local Communities

September 1, 2022

Program includes National Support of Blue Star Families to Help Connect Military Families ATLANTA (August 31, 2022) – Today, Schlotzsky’s, a leading fast-casual restaurant franchise home to The Original® oven-baked…

Air Force Family Receives Sleep Number® Smart Bed & Surprise Visit from Superstar Cam Akers

August 31, 2022

For Jacob, a crew chief and aerospace maintenance apprentice (say that ten times fast) in the Air Force, hard work and a positive outlook come naturally. As a relatively new…

August 2022 Newsletter

August 1, 2022

Well, it’s hot. But it’s still summer, so let’s make the best of it! Our “beat-the-heat” strategies at my house include my latest-fav mocktail (mint from the garden, homemade simple…

MFLS Survey Results 2020

March 14, 2022

2020 #BSFSURVEY Release Explore the 2020 findings Download high-level reports Press play on survey videos Browse the survey archives listen and learn Did you miss part of the 2020 Military…

Blue Star Outdoors Partners

March 1, 2022

Blue Star Outdoors Partners Thanks to our military, Veteran, and civilian organization partners and collaborators, we can provide more possibilities for military-connected families across the country to explore the benefits…

Outdoor Explorers for All

February 18, 2022

Outdoor Explorers for All (OEA) is excited to present an updated camping-focused program for 2025. This program will provide selected families with a comprehensive, family friendly experience centered around the…

Blue Star Outdoors

February 18, 2022

Adventure in America’s Backyard Public lands like national parks, forests, and waterways are ideal for fostering belonging and strengthening connections within military families. Unfortunately, many military families face barriers-like awareness,…

Belonging Matters: You Can Help

January 28, 2022

Belonging Matters: You Can Help Did you know that most active-duty military families don’t feel a sense of belonging to their local civilian communities? In fact, over one-third (39%) of…