Fisher House Foundation

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR FISHER SERVICE AWARD FOR MILITARY COMMUNITY SERVICE

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Rockville, MD, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fisher House Foundation is accepting applications for the Fisher Service Award that recognizes and supports other nonprofits serving the military and veteran communities.

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  • Rockville, MD, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fisher House Foundation is accepting applications for the Fisher Service Award that recognizes and supports other nonprofits serving the military and veteran communities.
  • Fisher House Foundation and Military Times Foundation will award $250,000 to innovative programs enhancing the quality of life for service members, veterans, and their families.
  • The Fisher Service Award replaced the long-running Newman’s Own Award Program.
  • As part of the award package, recipients of the Fisher Service Award will each also receive an advertising package valued at $50,000 from Military Times.

FISHER HOUSE AT THE JOHN D. DINGELL VA MEDICAL CENTER UNDER CONSTRUCTION

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Detroit, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fisher House Foundation and the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center celebrated a construction milestone of the new Fisher House during a “Topping Off Ceremony” on February 20.

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  • Detroit, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fisher House Foundation and the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center celebrated a construction milestone of the new Fisher House during a “Topping Off Ceremony” on February 20.
  • Rep. Debbie Dingell shared remarks about the Fisher House located at the medical center named after her deceased husband Rep. John D. Dingell.
  • Scheduled for completion in late 2024, this new Fisher House will join the VA Ann Arbor Fisher House that is already serving Michigan Veterans.
  • Longtime Fisher House Foundation partner Delta Air Lines has supported multiple Fisher House programs including being a part of Fisher House Foundation’s Hero Miles Program and supporting the construction of several Fisher Houses nationwide.

Beazer Homes and Partners Donate $1.9 Million to Fisher House Foundation

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Beazer Homes, alongside their partners, proudly announced the donation of $1.9 million to Fisher House Foundation this week.

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  • Beazer Homes, alongside their partners, proudly announced the donation of $1.9 million to Fisher House Foundation this week.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240301860088/en/
    Beazer Homes employees, trade partners and Fisher House staff gathered in Las Vegas to celebrate their fundraising efforts.
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    The donation represents the culmination of extensive fundraising efforts by Beazer Homes employees, bolstered by the generous contributions from partners who directly donated to Fisher House.
  • Speaking on behalf of Beazer Homes, President and CEO Allan Merrill underscored the company's deep-rooted partnership with Fisher House Foundation, highlighting its significance as the company’s national charity partner.

84 Lumber Celebrates New, Bigger Sarasota, Florida Location

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

EIGHTY FOUR, Pa., Feb. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 84 Lumber, the nation's largest privately held building materials supplier, celebrated the opening of its new location at 1315 17th Street East, Palmetto, Florida during a circus-themed event at the site on Feb. 21, 2024.

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  • 84 Lumber had been operating in Bradenton, Florida since 2006 before the relocation.
  • "Our Florida presence has had a great impact on our business for many years," said 84 Lumber owner and CEO Maggie Hardy.
  • During the ceremony, 84 Lumber donated $100,000 to the Fisher House Foundation's Bay Pines Fisher House.
  • "We are humbled by the generosity of 84 Lumber and honored to be selected as the recipients of the donation," said Bay Pines VA Deputy Director Kristine Brown.

Scholarships for Military Children applications available for 2024 - 2025 academic year

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Friday, December 15, 2023

FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va, Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applications have now opened for Fisher House Foundation’s Scholarships for Military Children program for academic year 2024 – 2025.

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  • FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va, Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applications have now opened for Fisher House Foundation’s Scholarships for Military Children program for academic year 2024 – 2025.
  • The program has awarded more than $23,126,500 in scholarships over the last 23 years, selected from a pool of more than 117,500 applicants.
  • All rules and requirements for the Scholarships for Military Children program, as well as links to frequently asked questions are available at militaryscholar.org.
  • “This program is instrumental in fostering the educational ambitions of our military families’ children, enabling them to actualize their aspirations in higher learning.

CHILDREN OF FALLEN PATRIOTS FOUNDATION RECEIVES DISTINGUISHED HUMANITARIAN AWARD

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Washington, D.C., Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, D.C. [November 15, 2023] – Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation received the 2022 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award on November 14 during a ceremony at the Pentagon.

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  • Washington, D.C., Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, D.C. [November 15, 2023] – Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation received the 2022 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award on November 14 during a ceremony at the Pentagon.
  • Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation provides college scholarships and educational counseling to Gold Star children and has served over 3,000 students with over $74 million in support.
  • “It is incredible to look back and realize that it has been two decades since we founded Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation,” said David and Cynthia Kim, founders of the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation.
  • “Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation clearly sees how the entire family sacrifices when a loved one serves, especially when they are lost.

The Pritzker Military Foundation Donates $700K to Military Organizations in Honor of Veterans Day and National Veteran and Military Families Month

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Chicago, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Foundation announces grants totaling $700,000 to three military and veteran-focused nonprofit organizations in November, Military Veteran and Families Month.

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  • Chicago, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pritzker Military Foundation announces grants totaling $700,000 to three military and veteran-focused nonprofit organizations in November, Military Veteran and Families Month.
  • “November is a month that celebrates gratitude and honors our veterans and military families.
  • The Pritzker Military Foundation salutes our service members and extends a hand to empower these impactful organizations,” said Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired).
  • The comfort house is free of charge for military and veteran families while a loved one is in the hospital.

84 Lumber Welcomes 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree to Morgantown, West Virginia on its way to Washington, D.C.

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

EIGHTY FOUR, Pa., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Christmas came early this year as 84 Lumber, the nation's largest privately held building materials supplier, along with the company's leadership team, store associates, customers, vendor partners and national, state, and local dignitaries, welcomed the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree to Morgantown, West Virginia. This is the second year 84 Lumber has been the presenting sponsor of what affectionately is known as "The People's Tree."

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  • The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree program creates the opportunity to spotlight public lands with billions of trees across diverse ecosystems.
  • 84 Lumber hosted a special stopover for the tree at its newly expanded location in Morgantown, West Virginia, on Earl L Core Road.
  • "84 Lumber is proud to sponsor the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree that brings so many people joy throughout the holidays," said 84 Lumber's owner and CEO, Maggie Hardy.
  • Joining 84 Lumber in welcoming the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree to Morgantown were officials from national, state, and local government, with representatives from West Virginia Governor Jim Justice's office.

Disney Supports Next Generation of Military Veteran Leaders with $1 Million Donation to Student Veterans of America

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Monday, November 13, 2023

BURBANK, Calif., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Walt Disney Company today announced a $1 million donation to Student Veterans of America (SVA) as part of Disney's commitment to helping veterans find meaningful careers following their military service. With this donation, Disney becomes the founding sponsor of the upcoming SVA Career Center, which will empower veterans with the tools and guidance they need to successfully transition into the civilian workforce. This transformational initiative will unlock veterans' full potential like never before.

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  • The veteran nonprofit is a leader in advocacy for U.S. military veterans in higher education.
  • "I am deeply moved and profoundly grateful for Disney's exceptional commitment to the success of student veterans," said Jared Lyon, president and CEO of Student Veterans of America.
  • This support empowers Student Veterans of America to offer personalized resources crucial for a seamless transition into meaningful civilian careers after military service.
  • To learn more about ways Disney supports military families and veterans, visit https://impact.disney.com/charitable-giving/veterans-and-military-families/ .

United Raises Miles for Fisher House Foundation Ahead of Veterans Day

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Friday, November 10, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United is rallying its loyalty customers to donate MileagePlus miles to the Fisher House Foundation ahead of Veterans Day to help support travel for families of wounded, injured and ill service members who are undergoing medical treatment through their Hero Miles program. During the month of November, the airline's industry-leading crowdsourcing program, Miles on a Mission, will spotlight Fisher House Foundation and encourage donations – United will match the first one million miles raised.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United is rallying its loyalty customers to donate MileagePlus miles to the Fisher House Foundation ahead of Veterans Day to help support travel for families of wounded, injured and ill service members who are undergoing medical treatment through their Hero Miles program .
  • During the month of November, the airline's industry-leading crowdsourcing program, Miles on a Mission , will spotlight Fisher House Foundation and encourage donations – United will match the first one million miles raised.
  • "Fisher House Foundation is incredibly excited to partner with United's Miles on a Mission," says Ken Fisher, chairman and CEO of Fisher House Foundation.
  • Visit united.com/donate today to learn more about how you can donate miles to Fisher House and become a MileagePlus® Member for free.