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THE PURPLE HEART FOUNDATION IS OFFICIALLY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STARS AND STRIPES JANUARY 8, 2024

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Monday, January 8, 2024

ANNANDALE, Va., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Purple Heart Foundation, a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and supporting America's veterans and their families in need, is proud to announce its groundbreaking partnership with Stars And Stripes, a renowned media organization dedicated to providing independent news and information to the U.S. Military Community.

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  • The Purple Heart Foundation, committed to honoring the sacrifices of America's combat wounded veterans, will join forces with Stars And Stripes to raise awareness about the challenges faced by veterans and to promote initiatives that enhance their well-being.
  • Stars And Stripes, with its long-standing tradition of journalistic excellence, will provide a powerful platform for the Purple Heart Foundation to share stories of courage, resilience, and the ongoing needs of our nation's injured veterans.
  • "We are thrilled to unite with Stars and Stripes in our shared mission to serve those who have served us," said Stephen L. Ruckman, CEO of The Purple Heart Foundation.
  • For more information on Stars And Stripes, visit https://www.stripes.com/
    The Military Order of the Purple Heart Service Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that raises funds to support our nation's veterans and their families.

STAYPINEAPPLE IS BRINGING BACK ITS NOVEMBER FUNDRAISER FOR WEAR BLUE: RUN TO REMEMBER

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

BELLEVUE, Wash., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Staypineapple, the national boutique hotel brand, will once again be donating $1 of every room sold in November to the non-profit running community wear blue: run to remember, an organization that honors the sacrifice of the American military through active remembrance, helping thousands across the country heal from the devastating effects of the loss of a military loved one.

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  • For the 4th year, Staypineapple will donate $1 of every room sold in November to the non-profit running community wear blue: run to remember.
  • Throughout the past 3 years, Staypineapple has raised and donated over $73,000 to wear blue: run to remember.
  • "The work that wear blue: run to remember does helps countless families dealing with loss, and for years, Staypineapple has not only supported financially, but also by running alongside these brave individuals."
  • "For the fourth year, we are thrilled to be partnering with Staypineapple throughout the month of November," said Lisa Hallett, Executive Director at wear blue: run to remember.

General Robert 'Abe' Abrams Joins Vaya Space as Senior Board and Company Advisor

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

COCOA, Fla., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vaya Space, Inc., the green Space and Defense company and emerging leader in performance, cost and sustainability, today announced that General Robert "Abe" Abrams , USA, (Ret.)

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  • COCOA, Fla., Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vaya Space, Inc., the green Space and Defense company and emerging leader in performance, cost and sustainability, today announced that General Robert "Abe" Abrams , USA, (Ret.)
  • has joined Vaya Space as a senior advisor to the Board and Company to help bring Vaya Space's new technologies to the rapidly evolving Space and Defense landscape.
  • Gen. Abrams , is a retired United States Army four-star general who last served as the commander of United States Forces in Korea .
  • Sid Gutierrez, Chairman of the Board of Vaya, former Space Shuttle Commander and the first US-born Hispanic Astronaut commented, "My passion for a safer and better way to Space was the genesis of Vaya.

P3 Network to Host US-Africa Summit in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 13/14

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Monday, October 31, 2022

Miami, USA, Oct. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  P3 Network, a leading blockchain thought leadership platform focused on global dialogue, will host the P3 U.S. - Africa Summit (P3-USAS) in Washington, D.C., on December 13 and 14. African dignitaries, US government officials, CEOs, and private enterprises will attend, establishing cross-country dialogue and lasting partnerships.

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  • Miami, USA, Oct. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- P3 Network , a leading blockchain thought leadership platform focused on global dialogue, will host the P3 U.S. - Africa Summit (P3-USAS) in Washington, D.C., on December 13 and 14.
  • P3 Network members will have the opportunity to share valuable insights about their existing projects across Africa.
  • The US - Africa Summit will allow us to build on our common goals of blockchain and technology adoption - Jonathan Leigh, CEO, P3 Network.
  • ThirdEye is excited to collaborate with African leadership and P3 Network in expanding Web3.0 & Metaverse augmented reality use cases for education & telehealth in the region.

MILITARY TRIBUTE BREWERY ARMED FORCES BREWING COMPANY ANNOUNCES SPONSORSHIP TO BENEFIT SPECIAL OPERATORS TRANSITION FOUNDATION

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Friday, August 5, 2022

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Military tribute brewery Armed Forces Brewing Company will sponsor the 2022 Nashville is Grateful Golf Tournament to benefit the Special Operators Transition Foundation , a non-profit organization that provides tailored transition programs to top tier Special Operations leaders in order to strengthen America's best businesses with elite veteran talent.

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  • ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Military tribute brewery Armed Forces Brewing Company will sponsor the 2022 Nashville is Grateful Golf Tournament to benefit the Special Operators Transition Foundation , a non-profit organization that provides tailored transition programs to top tier Special Operations leaders in order to strengthen America's best businesses with elite veteran talent.
  • "Armed Forces Brewing Company's mission is to make great American beer and employ great American Veterans," said Alan Beal, CEO.
  • "We are excited to help the SpecialOperatorsTransitionFoundation, who share our passion of helping our special operator Veterans transition into the civilian workforce."
  • Armed Forces Brewing Company has expanded recently into Texas including 197 H-E-B supermarkets and recently won a contract to be distributed in Walmart and Sam's Club in 2023.

ARMED FORCES BREWING COMPANY ANNOUNCES DISTRIBUTION INTO 197 TEXAS H-E-B STORES

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Military tribute brewery Armed Forces Brewing Company announced today that its great American beer is now available in Texas H-E-B stores,one of the nation's largest independently owned food retailers.Armed Forces Brewing Company's Preamble light beer will be sold in 197 Texas H-E-B stores, and 25 H-E-B stores near military bases in Texas will also carry Armed Forces Brewing Company's Special Hops IPA and Cat Shot Lager.

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  • ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Military tribute brewery Armed Forces Brewing Company announced today that its great American beer is now available in Texas H-E-B stores,one of the nation's largest independently owned food retailers.Armed Forces Brewing Company's Preamble light beer will be sold in 197 Texas H-E-B stores, and 25 H-E-B stores near military bases in Texas will also carry Armed Forces Brewing Company's Special Hops IPA and Cat Shot Lager.
  • Armed Forces Brewing Company beers are distributed statewide in Texas by Dynamo Specialty Distributing.
  • "Selling our beer in H-E-B stores in Texas is a huge step for Armed Forces Brewing Company," said Alan Beal, CEO of the military tribute brewery.
  • "Just like H-E-B, Armed Forces Brewing Company is committed to public service and helping those in need, particularly Military Veterans and their families,"said Beal.

MILITARY TRIBUTE BREWERY ARMED FORCES BREWING COMPANY ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH JOHN DALY MAJOR ED HEART OF A LION FOUNDATION

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022

"We are excited to partner with the John Daly Major Ed Heart of A Lion Foundation to help further their wonderful cause," said Alan Beal, CEO of Armed Forces Brewing Company.

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  • "We are excited to partner with the John Daly Major Ed Heart of A Lion Foundation to help further their wonderful cause," said Alan Beal, CEO of Armed Forces Brewing Company.
  • "Armed Forces Brewing Company stands for the same principles we do at theJohn Daly Major Ed Heart of A Lion Foundation," said Major Ed Pulido, an Army Veteranwho deployed to Iraq in 2004 and is a Purple Heart recipient.
  • Armed Forces Brewing Company was recently selected by Walmart and Sam's Club for distribution into their stores in 2023.
  • Armed Forces Brewing Company was created to pay homage to the U.S. Military through its beers that pay tribute to each branch of the Military.

Lieutenant General Robert P. Ashley Joins Academy Securities’ Advisory Board

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

Academy Securities, a registered broker-dealer, certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), today announced the addition of Lieutenant General Robert P. Ashley to its Advisory Board.

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  • Academy Securities, a registered broker-dealer, certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), today announced the addition of Lieutenant General Robert P. Ashley to its Advisory Board.
  • Lieutenant General Robert P. Ashley, Jr. retired from the U.S. Army in November 2020 after over 36 years of activity duty service as an intelligence officer.
  • We are thrilled to have Lt. General Ashley join our Advisory Board, stated Academys Chairman and CEO Chance Mims.
  • Lt. General Ashley commented on joining Academy Securities: Im extremely honored to join the team at Academy Securities.

Wounded Warrior Project Participates in Major Toxic Exposure Rally in DC

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

WASHINGTON, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) took part in a major rally in Washington, DC, over Memorial Day weekend to urge passage of the Honoring Our PACT Act. This bill will provide VA benefits for veterans who get sick due to their service-related exposure to burn pits and other toxic substances.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) took part in a major rally in Washington, DC, over Memorial Day weekend to urge passage of the Honoring Our PACT Act.
  • This bill will provide VA benefits for veterans who get sick due to their service-related exposure to burn pits and other toxic substances.
  • "When young Americans volunteer to serve in the military, they do so with some understanding of the risks involved," Wounded Warrior Project CEO Lt. Gen.
  • Since 2003, Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) has been meeting the growing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers helping them achieve their highest ambition.

DAV recognizes exceptional veterans advocates

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Monday, February 28, 2022

WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV (Disabled American Veterans) announced the names of seven dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.

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  • WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV (Disabled American Veterans) announced the names of seven dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.
  • DAV applauds his long-standing leadership to ensure that veterans exposed to toxins from burn pits, Agent Orange and other environmental hazards receive all their earned benefits.
  • In particular, DAV appreciates his dedicated collaboration with veterans organizations on employment, education, training and vocational rehabilitation programs.
  • In particular, DAV appreciates his leadership and dedicated collaboration with DAV and the veterans community on issues affecting service-disabled veterans as well as his support in helping to advance meaningful bipartisan legislation to keep the promises made to all those who served.