SoldierStrong

United Rentals, Through Partnership With RLL Racing, Donates More Than $90,000 to the National Nonprofit SoldierStrong

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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“United Rentals has a long-standing commitment of veteran support, both for our own team members transitioning from service through our Veterans United Employee Resource Group, and through great organizations like SoldierStrong,” said Antwan Houston, Vice President, Tools Region and Veterans United Leader at United Rentals.

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  • “United Rentals has a long-standing commitment of veteran support, both for our own team members transitioning from service through our Veterans United Employee Resource Group, and through great organizations like SoldierStrong,” said Antwan Houston, Vice President, Tools Region and Veterans United Leader at United Rentals.
  • Just as important, United Rentals has called attention to the sacrifices and needs of America’s veterans,” said SoldierStrong co-founder and chairman Chris Meek.
  • “We are incredibly honored that United Rentals supports our efforts and is there for veterans who have given so much.
  • To date, SoldierStrong has donated 30 SoldierSuits and 30 BraveMind systems, valued at more than $5.5 million, to Veterans Affairs medical facilities and individual veterans.

National Veterans Nonprofit SoldierStrong Announces Annual SoldierScholar Recipients for 2023

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Delivering on its commitment to help military veterans take an academic step forward, the nonprofit SoldierStrong today announced the recipients of its annual scholarship initiative, SoldierScholar.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Delivering on its commitment to help military veterans take an academic step forward, the nonprofit SoldierStrong today announced the recipients of its annual scholarship initiative, SoldierScholar.
  • SoldierScholar scholarships are available to veterans who fought in the recent War on Terror.
  • SoldierStrong has awarded more than $500,000 in SoldierScholar scholarships since its inception.
  • He is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business analytics at Syracuse University with an expected graduation date of May 2024.

Soldierstrong Awards Soldierscholar Scholarship to Navy Seal in Georgetown University Master’s Program

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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Meek noted that the Post-9/11 GI Bill honors the sacrifices of today’s veterans but it has funding gaps – such as failing to cover the cost of textbooks, classroom fees, transportation, technology, tutoring and similar expenses -- that create added financial burdens on veterans pursuing higher education degrees. SoldierStrong, which primarily provides revolutionary medical technologies to Veterans Affairs medical centers across the country to help injured veterans lead full lives, has also awarded more than $500,000 through SoldierScholar since 2012. 

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A U.S. Navy SEAL who will begin his studies this fall to earn a master’s degree from Georgetown University is the latest recipient of a SoldierScholar scholarship, Chris Meek, co-founder and chairman of the national nonprofit SoldierStrong, said today.
  • He has endured the harshest conditions and most harrowing experiences in defense of our freedom,” Meek said.
  • Fischer is a Special Operations Chief responsible for the selection of future SEAL officer candidates, who joined the U.S. Navy at age 19 in 2006.
  • He has earned a bachelor of science degree from Georgetown University in leadership for emergency action and disaster response.

Former Michigan, NFL Star Jon Runyan to Headline June 13 Event to Benefit the National Nonprofit SoldierStrong Dedicated to Helping Military Veterans

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Former University of Michigan and NFL standout Jon Runyan will headline a June event in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., to benefit SoldierStrong, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping military veterans take their next steps forward in life after service.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Former University of Michigan and NFL standout Jon Runyan will headline a June event in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., to benefit SoldierStrong, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping military veterans take their next steps forward in life after service.
  • Runyan, a Flint native, played for the Houston Oilers and Tennessee Titans from 1996 to 1999, the Philadelphia Eagles from 2000 to 2008, and the San Diego Chargers in 2009.
  • Founded in 2009, SoldierStrong has donated more than $5.4 million in advanced medical technology to date and more than $500,000 in scholarships.
  • Donations include 30 SoldierSuits, 30 BraveMind virtual reality systems, three iBOT ® Personal Mobility Devices and 10 REAL Recovery systems.

SoldierStrong Selected as ACME’s May “Give Back Where It Counts” Reusable Bag Program Recipient

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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The ACME store at 1201 High Ridge Road, Stamford, will donate $1 to SoldierStrong from every purchase of every $3.00 “GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS” reusable bag.

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  • The ACME store at 1201 High Ridge Road, Stamford, will donate $1 to SoldierStrong from every purchase of every $3.00 “GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS” reusable bag.
  • The GIVE BACK program’s goal is to create community support to make a difference in the area where shoppers live and work.
  • More than $150,000 has been donated to over 2,100 local nonprofits since the program was launched less than four years ago.
  • For more information on the ACME GIVE BACK Bag Program, visit acme.2givelocal.com

National Veterans Nonprofit SoldierStrong Announces Annual SoldierScholar Recipients

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Delivering on its commitment to help deserving military veterans take significant academic steps forward, the national nonprofit SoldierStrong today announced the recipients of its annual scholarship initiative, SoldierScholar.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Delivering on its commitment to help deserving military veterans take significant academic steps forward, the national nonprofit SoldierStrong today announced the recipients of its annual scholarship initiative, SoldierScholar.
  • “The Post-9/11 GI Bill sought to do just that but, unfortunately, its funding gaps can place added financial burdens on veterans pursuing higher education degrees.
  • SoldierScholar scholarships are available to veterans who fought in the War on Terror, which includes Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn.
  • SoldierStrong, which primarily provides revolutionary medical technologies to Veterans Affairs medical centers across the country to help injured veterans lead full lives, has also awarded more than $500,000 through SoldierScholar since 2012.

Ekso Bionics Announces Ekso Indego Therapy Order by SoldierStrong

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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SAN RAFAEL, Calif., April 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ekso Bionics (Nasdaq: EKSO) (the “Company”), an industry leader in exoskeleton technology for medical and industrial use, today announced that SoldierStrong, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving Veterans’ lives through innovative technology, has purchased an Ekso Indego Therapy device that it will donate to the Spinal Cord Injury Unit at Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia.

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  • This donation re-establishes Ekso Bionics’ partnership with SoldierStrong and will be the 30th robotic exoskeleton that SoldierStrong has donated to a Veteran Affairs medical center in the last ten years of operations.
  • A donation ceremony will occur on April 26th at 11:00 am ET at the VA Augusta HealthCare System downtown campus.
  • The ceremony will include a brief demonstration of the Ekso Indego Therapy exoskeleton.
  • SoldierStrong is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to provide revolutionary technology, innovative advancements and educational opportunities to veterans to better their lives and the lives of their families.

SoldierStrong To Donate 30th Robotic Exoskeleton To Help Veterans Take Next Steps Forward

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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Robotic exoskeletons, dubbed the “SoldierSuit” by SoldierStrong, aid in the rehabilitation of veterans who have spinal or traumatic brain injuries and can help a paralyzed person stand and walk again while using the device.

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  • Robotic exoskeletons, dubbed the “SoldierSuit” by SoldierStrong, aid in the rehabilitation of veterans who have spinal or traumatic brain injuries and can help a paralyzed person stand and walk again while using the device.
  • SoldierStrong purchased the Ekso Indego Therapy device from Ekso Bionics , an industry leader in exoskeleton technology for medical and industrial use.
  • SoldierStrong is currently the only non-profit with a mission to deliver the Ekso Indego Therapy to Veterans Affairs medical facilities and individual veterans across the country.
  • SoldierStrong’s mission is to provide revolutionary medical technology, innovative advancements and educational opportunities to veterans as they strive to take their next steps forward in life.

Premi Joins SoldierStrong as Chief Technology Officer

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Friday, April 14, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., April 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SoldierStrong, a national nonprofit committed to helping America’s military veterans take their next steps forward in life, has named Mike Premi as the organization’s chief technology officer, co-founder and chairman Chris Meek said today.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., April 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SoldierStrong, a national nonprofit committed to helping America’s military veterans take their next steps forward in life, has named Mike Premi as the organization’s chief technology officer, co-founder and chairman Chris Meek said today.
  • “Mike Premi brings a unique skill set and perspective to SoldierStrong.
  • Prior to Intel, Premi was a U.S. naval officer, deploying to the Persian Gulf and Central America aboard the guided missile frigate USS Crommelin.
  • Premi has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Southern California, and an MBA from Babson College.

Next Steps Forward Host Named to Voices Against Trafficking Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chris Meek, host of the VoiceAmerica Network podcast, Next Steps Forward, has been named to the Voices Against Trafficking board of directors.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chris Meek, host of the VoiceAmerica Network podcast, Next Steps Forward, has been named to the Voices Against Trafficking board of directors.
  • Voices Against Trafficking seeks justice and compassionate specialized care for all victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
  • Compiled by veteran activist Andi Buerger, its words demonstrate the power of joining as one voice against the evils of human trafficking.
  • “Chris has been an ardent supporter of Voices Against Trafficking for years,” Buerger said.