National Day of Service – September 11, 2025 – Patriot Day

WHAT: Carry The Load organizes volunteer events at national cemeteries to provide Americans with active ways to honor those who have served our country. The event includes a brief ceremony and instructions to volunteers on headstone cleaning and beautification. This is a great service opportunity for employee engagement, youth groups, and individuals. On Saturday, September 6, 2025, join Volunteers in… Read more

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04/30/2013

Governor Mike Pence Signs SEA 564 Expanding Veteran Owned Small Business Opportunities In Indiana

Kudos goes out to Indiana Governor Mike Pence for recently signing (starts July 1, 2013) a new Executive Order requiring state to procure “at least” 3% of state contracts with Veteran Owned Businesses! Governor Mike Pence signed SEA 564 (PDF) on April 25, 2013, expanding veteran-owned small business opportunities in Indiana. The law is effective July 1, 2013 SEA 564 codifies Governor Pence’s… Read more

12/21/2012

Several States Now Offer or Require Military Status on Veteran’s Driver’s Licenses

While a DD214 still remains the bonafide document for proof of military service, Oklahoma, Connecticut and several states have either recently passed or are in the process of passing laws requiring veterans identification on state issued ID cards in order for veterans to pursue benefits. In Connecticut military veterans may now apply to have their status marked on a driver’s… Read more

11/19/2012

Salvation Army Provides Thanksgiving Dinners to Veterans Around The USA

Across the country, the Salvation Army has taken the lead to ensure veterans in most communities are treated to a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Here are some of the upcoming events: Bangor, Maine The Salvation Army Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen’s Thanksgiving meal will be held at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, November 20, at 65 S. Park Street in Bangor. Guests will… Read more

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07/18/2012

Military Voter Protection Project Names 15 States to "All Star Team"

WASHINGTON – The Military Voter Protection (MVP) Project has praised 15 states for their leadership in promoting and protecting the voting rights of America’s military service members and their families. As part of the MVP Project’s 2012 Heroes Vote Initiative, 15 states have been named as All-Star states for their extraordinary efforts. “These states are led by a tremendous group… Read more