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THE BOB WOODRUFF FOUNDATION ACTIVATES NATURAL DISASTER FUND TO AID MILITARY FAMILIES DISPLACED BY TEXAS FLOODS

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024
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NEW YORK, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) has activated its Natural Disaster Fund, established with support from Craig Newmark Philanthropies, to provide critical aid to military veterans and military families in response to the widespread property damage, injuries, and loss of life occurred due to recent severe flooding in 88 counties across Southeast Texas. This assistance is being provided directly by Combined Arms, a member of the Bob Woodruff Foundation Got Your 6 Network.

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  • This assistance is being provided directly by Combined Arms, a member of the Bob Woodruff Foundation Got Your 6 Network.
  • Combined Arms, a valued partner of BWF since 2017, connects veterans and military families to resources they need on the ground, and has identified over 21,000 veterans and military families residing in the disaster affected regions and mandatory evacuation zones.
  • "After hearing about the devastation facing military and veteran families in Texas, we knew we had to quickly mobilize our support," said Anne Marie Dougherty, Chief Executive Officer of the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
  • "With the leadership of the Bob Woodruff Foundation and their partners on the ground, I'm confident we can bring real relief to families in Southeast Texas through the Natural Disaster Fund."

Easter Seals Greater Houston is Serving the Whole Veteran

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torsdag, september 28, 2023
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Easter Seals Greater Houston (ESGH), a leading disability resource provider, saw the widespread need and began creating transformative, interconnected programs and a strong referral network to serve our military community.

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  • Easter Seals Greater Houston (ESGH), a leading disability resource provider, saw the widespread need and began creating transformative, interconnected programs and a strong referral network to serve our military community.
  • ESGH's goal is to provide an easy point of entry for Veterans, Service Members, and Military-Connected families to a range of behavioral health services.
  • The nonprofit is helping the military community build the lives they want during and after the military, meeting their needs around reintegration, stability, wellness, and growth.
  • At ESGH, we see the whole Veteran and create a roadmap to success, layering in cohesive services from our TVFA partners.

Combined Arms' Mia Garcia Named 2023 Women Veteran Trailblazer of the Year

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onsdag, juni 14, 2023
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HOUSTON, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Women Veterans (CWV), announced this week that Combined Arms' Texas Veterans Network, Executive Director, Mia Garcia was selected as one of the 2023 Women Veterans of the Year.

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  • HOUSTON, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Women Veterans (CWV), announced this week that Combined Arms' Texas Veterans Network, Executive Director, Mia Garcia was selected as one of the 2023 Women Veterans of the Year.
  • Michelle "Mia" Garcia, a Marine Corps Veteran, is one of 21 women selected alongside two additional posthumous Trailblazer awards.
  • The 2023 CWV Women Veterans Trailblazers "Women Making the Difference" initiative celebrates women who have served and separated from the service and make an impact by enhancing the lives of other Veterans, Veteran families, or Veteran caregivers.
  • TVN's Impact as of 1 June 2023:
    Learn more about the Center for Women Veterans and the other  2023 Trailblazers here.

Combined Arms Chosen as State Provider of Texas Veterans Network

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onsdag, april 5, 2023
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HOUSTON, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Combined Arms, a leading veteran nonprofit and provider of a highly advanced and user-friendly technology platform for veterans and military-connected individuals, has been awarded $2 Million by The Texas Workforce Commission to serve as the state provider of the Texas Veterans Network (TVN). Combined Arms will expand TVN's powerful offerings to veterans of all 254 Texas counties and this establishes a significant presence for Combined Arms in and around Military City, USA. Since its launch in April 2020, TVN has successfully connected over 40,000 individuals to valuable resources, with an impressive average partner response time of just 27 hours.

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  • Combined Arms will expand TVN's powerful offerings to veterans of all 254 Texas counties and this establishes a significant presence for Combined Arms in and around Military City, USA.
  • Combined Arms awarded $2M by the Texas Workforce Commission to serve as state provider of the Texas Veterans Network.
  • "The Texas Veterans Network serves as a stellar example of statewide collaboration, and Combined Arms is proud to be at the forefront of this critical effort," said Mike Hutchings, Chief Executive Officer at Combined Arms.
  • Working in conjunction with the Texas Veterans Commission, the Texas Veterans Network powered by Combined Arms' cutting-edge technology, which has been specifically designed to cater to the unique needs of the military-connected community.

COMBINED ARMS ANNOUNCES PROMINENT HOUSTON BUSINESSMAN AS NEW BOARD CHAIR

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tisdag, september 27, 2022
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HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Combined Arms is excited to announce that current Board Director Doug Foshee has been unanimously elected to the role of Chair by its Board of Directors. The announcement highlights a transition for outgoing Chair, Bryan Foster, who helped co-found Combined Arms in 2015. 

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Combined Arms is excited to announce that current Board Director Doug Foshee has been unanimously elected to the role of Chair by its Board of Directors.
  • The announcement highlights a transition for outgoing Chair, Bryan Foster, who helped co-found Combined Arms in 2015.
  • Foshee is chairman of the board for The Welch Foundation, serves on the board for Houston Endowment Inc., KIPP-Texas-Houston Regional Board, Good Reason Houston, Coalition for the Homeless, and Houston GPS.
  • About Combined Arms Founded by veterans for veterans in Houston, TX, Combined Arms (CAX) delivers innovative technology solutions that improve quality of life for veterans & military families.

CAMS’ Brian Ivany Named a Hart Energy Impactful Veteran in Energy

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onsdag, januari 26, 2022
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Consolidated Asset Management Services (CAMS), a fully-integrated service provider for owners of energy infrastructure assets, is proud to announce that Brian Ivany was recognized by Hart Energy as one of its Impactful Veterans in Energy.

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  • Consolidated Asset Management Services (CAMS), a fully-integrated service provider for owners of energy infrastructure assets, is proud to announce that Brian Ivany was recognized by Hart Energy as one of its Impactful Veterans in Energy.
  • Determined to make a difference for his country, Ivany decided to join the army in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.
  • In lieu of an in-person event, Hart Energy celebrates the selected veterans with an Impactful Veterans in Energy microsite, which can be viewed here .
  • CAMS is a privately held company providing a full range of services in the energy sector.

Vistra Donates $50,000 to Support and Honor America's Veterans

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onsdag, november 10, 2021
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The donations will help care for wounded veterans, transition military members to civilian life, and support military families and organizations committed to honoring our nation's heroes every day.

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  • The donations will help care for wounded veterans, transition military members to civilian life, and support military families and organizations committed to honoring our nation's heroes every day.
  • "Vistra has a long, proud history of both hiring veterans and providing strategic support to our servicemen and women,"said Curt Morgan, chief executive officer of Vistra.
  • We especially celebrate and honor those who make Vistra a stronger company the hundreds of Vistra veterans, guardsmen, and reservists, and the many veteran-owned businesses that bolster our supply chain."
  • Vistra is proud to support veterans and servicemembers through donations to the following organizations:
    $10,000 to Carry The Load, which works to bring all Americans together in honoring our nation's heroes.