SoldierStrong

SoldierStrong is honored to have earned a 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, the highest distinction awarded for nonprofit accountability and impact. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

This recognition reflects our commitment to transparency, responsible stewardship, and, most importantly, delivering life-changing technology and resources to veterans as they overcome injury and take on new challenges.

Thank you to our supporters, partners, and veteran community for making this work possible. Together, we are helping veterans move forward, one step, one breakthrough, and one success story at a time.

Applications are NOW OPEN for SoldierStrong’s SoldierScholar Program 🎓

Veterans and active-duty service members: Your next mission is your education!

The SoldierScholar program provides financial assistance to help bridge tuition gaps that the Post-9/11 GI Bill may leave behind. Whether you're pursuing:

✅ Undergraduate or graduate degrees
✅ Technical/trade school certifications
✅ Programs at partner universities (Syracuse, Georgetown, Old Dominion)

Key Details:

📅 Application Deadline: August 15, 2026
💰 Awards based primarily on financial need
🎯 Open to all branches: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard & Reserves
🇺🇸 Must be honorably discharged or in good standing

Required: DD-214, transcripts, completed FAFSA, and application materials

Don't let financial barriers stand between you and your academic goals. You've served our nation , now let us help you take your next steps forward in your academic career!

Apply today: https://www.soldierstrong.org/apply/

June is PTSD Awareness Month. 🧠

For many veterans, the wounds of service aren't always visible. Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS) affects millions of Americans, including countless service members who have sacrificed so much in defense of our nation.

At SoldierStrong, we're committed to supporting veterans not only in their physical recovery but also in their journey toward mental wellness. By raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging access to care, we can help ensure that no veteran faces PTS alone.

This month, we honor the strength it takes to seek help, share experiences, and continue moving forward.

If you or a veteran you know is struggling, remember: reaching out is a sign of strength.

At SoldierStrong, we honor those who step forward in moments that define history.

In a recent episode of SoldierStrong Chairman Dr. Chris Meek's podcast Next Steps Forward, retired Lt. Gen. Marc Sasseville shares his firsthand account of September 11, 2001, and the extraordinary responsibility he carried as a fighter pilot with the D.C. Air National Guard that morning.

Faced with unprecedented uncertainty, no clear rules of engagement, and an unarmed aircraft, Sasseville and fellow pilot Heather Penney prepared to do whatever was necessary to protect the nation’s capital. His reflections on duty, leadership, sacrifice, and resilience offer a powerful reminder of the courage displayed by so many on 9/11, especially the heroes aboard Flight 93.

This conversation is more than a recounting of history. It is a testament to service, commitment, and the willingness to put others before self.

🎧 Listen to this powerful episode on VoiceAmerica Media or wherever you listen to podcasts!

https://www.voiceamericamedia.com/show/next-steps-forward-with-dr-chris-meek/asked-not-tasked/