Blue Star Families

Learn About the U.S. Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce! Mark your calendar! 🗓️ On May 13th at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT, join our Mingle & Chat with Stephanie Brown, founder of the U.S. Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce (MSCC). Discover how MSCC is advocating for military spouse business owners nationwide through impactful resources, support networks, and official certification programs. 💼Ready to grow your business and your voice? Don’t miss it. 🔗 Save your spot: https://bit.ly/4cwrDuo

Governor Jim Pillen is leading the charge to ensure military families in Nebraska are supported and have access to the resources they need to thrive. Nebraska is an example of how we can all contribute to the well-being of those who serve our country. Listen directly from Gov. Pillen on why it matters → https://lnkd.in/gHv5KH2X Do Your Part was made possible by Craig Newmark and Craig Newmark Philanthropies. #Innovation #MilitaryFamilies #NGA2025 #DoYourPart

BREAKING: Higher Education's Military Support Models Spotlighted on Capitol Hill. Best practices from yesterday’s Higher Ed to the Hill forum revealed how universities are strengthening military-connected initiatives. Why?! Because America wins when they do. 🔹 Today, Princeton University’s growing veteran community includes service members from all five branches. These students receive full tuition scholarships, generous stipends, and free family housing—while preserving their GI Bill benefits for the future. That’s not just support—it’s investment in their potential. With tailored academic advising and career mentorship, Princeton isn’t just welcoming veterans—it’s building pathways for them to lead, contribute, and thrive in the nation’s top academic spaces. This is what it looks like when access meets excellence. 🔹 Fayetteville State University provides full tuition scholarships for veterans, military spouses, and the children of active-duty service members or veterans — expanding access to higher education for the entire military family. 🔹 The Chamberlain Project places retiring military leaders in college classrooms, helping them transition into civilian careers while promoting greater understanding and leadership development on campus. This conversation is so important that leaders from Student Veterans of America and With Honor joined Blue Star Families to showcase universities doing their part and inspire other sectors to join the Do Your part movement. This isn't just checking boxes — it's changing campus cultures and creating a stronger nation. Is your institution keeping pace with this growing movement? Join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/gjXAVzhp Kathy Roth-Douquet, T.W. Arrighi, Rye Barcott, Terren Wise, Shaun P.C., Matthew Hawks, Rep. Terri Sewell, Tammy I. Barlet, Christopher Eisgruber, Jarrett Thomas, Dallas A., Darrell T. Allison, Jacey Eckhart MS CPCC, Representative Jimmy Panetta, Lorena Wilson, LSSBB, Alec Emmert, Koby Langley, Service to School #DoYourPart #HigherEdNews #IndustryTrends #MilitaryEducation #ChamberlainImpact

Every year, some of the top voices in journalism, leadership, and media come together for The White House Correspondents Brunch — and this weekend, we got to be part of the fun! Huge thanks to Tammy Haddad for including us in her amazing #WHCDGardenBrunch. We loved getting to spotlight our mission: supporting military families wherever they are. Our CEO Kathy Roth-Douquet was there representing #BlueStarFamilies and celebrating the strength of our military community. We’re always proud to stand behind those who serve and protect our freedoms — freedom of speech included. We were especially honored to bring back the Blue Star Families Honor Wall — a space where celebrities, media leaders, Senators, and Members of Congress could write heartfelt notes to our troops. It’s a simple but powerful way to show appreciation for those who serve. Events like this remind us how important it is to keep military families at the heart of national conversations. Their voices matter, and we’re here to make sure they’re heard. #WHCDBrunch #MilitaryCommunity Shoutout to Craig Newmark and Craig Newmark Philanthropies for making #DoYourPart possible. 🙌 https://doyourpart.com/ White House Correspondents Insider Senator Amy Klobuchar ,bobby flay, Kasie Hunt , Governor Maura Healey, Kevin Sheekey, Mark Ein, Sally Ein, David J. Urban, Eugene Daniels, Representative Nicole Malliotakis, Rachel Pearson, Kelley McCormick, Dallas A., Monique Ekundayo, Ph.D., Daniel Van Stone

Ever wonder how much college students know about our military? In this episode, Ethan hits the campus of The George Washington University to test students' knowledge! Watch as he asks questions like "What is a blue star family?", and "How many military branches are there?" The answers might surprise you! 👀 Follow along for more campus interviews in our new series "Blue Star Busters"! #CampusInterviews #MilitaryAwareness #BlueStarFamilies

💠 Turn Setbacks Into Comebacks With Sleep Number Corporation 💠 Are you ready to Navigate Change, Bounce Back, and Create Your Next Big Break? Erika B., Talent Acquisition Partner from Sleep Number, leads the discussion in this inspiring webinar. It is filled with hiring insights and motivation to help you turn setbacks into comebacks. Don’t miss this chance to recharge your job search and discover what’s next. Watch LIVE and support with your questions or comments. Right Here. For additional resources, please contact Blue Star Careers in the Neighborhood and explore job leads, employer connections, and further support. LINK: https://lnkd.in/gx6dKFZC

Cybersecurity is national security—and it starts with us. Join us in building a stronger, safer community—online and off. Listen to Craig Newmark below on the steps you can take to protect your family and support your neighbors. Let’s #Take9 together. #CyberSecurity #CyberCivilDefense #PauseTake9

We are pleased to announce that Rachel Morrow joins us as Evaluation Manager, Chapter and Outposts. Rachel brings valuable experience in monitoring and evaluation, quantitative and qualitative analysis, data visualization, and community building. She holds a bachelor's degree in Arabic Studies from Williams College, as well as a Master of Public Health focused on Maternal, Child, and Family Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Congratulations and welcome to BSF, Rachel! Kathy Roth-Douquet Noeleen T. Lindsay Knight, PhD Brian Whiting Vin Duncan Meredith Terrian Ryan Callahan

Gov. Mike Braun and the great state of Indiana are doing their part! This commitment ensures better resources, stronger communities, and lasting support for military families. Let’s keep the momentum going! Who’s next? 👇 Click to hear why it matters → https://bit.ly/4cDNgci Do Your Part was made possible by Craig Newmark and Craig Newmark Philanthropies. #Innovation #MilitaryFamilies #NGA2025 #DoYourPart

We're so excited to announce that AMC Theatres, Cinemark, and Regal are now offering special discounted tickets for military veterans to experience A24's powerful new film "Warfare" in theaters nationwide! Directed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, this intense 94-minute film immerses viewers in the harrowing true story of a U.S. Navy SEAL platoon during a surveillance mission gone wrong in Iraq. What makes this film truly extraordinary is that it's based on Mendoza's own experiences during the actual 2006 mission. The response from the military community has been profound, with 70% of current audiences having military connections. Many veterans have expressed how accurately the film captures their experiences, even helping facilitate important conversations with loved ones about their service. If you or someone you know has served, please share this opportunity to see this important film at a special rate. Just present a military ID at participating theaters. Have you seen "Warfare" yet? We'd love to hear your thoughts. Watch the trailer here: https://bit.ly/4jnoD6i #Warfare #A24 #MilitaryDiscount #Veterans #BlueStarFamilies