Operation Homefront

Attention Military Spouses! Did you know you can recoup up to $1,000 in business costs after a PCS move? This support helps keep your entrepreneurial dreams afloat by reimbursing expenses for relocation services, new equipment purchases, IT costs, and fees for business permits, registration, and inspections. Learn more about how to take advantage of this benefit at: https://lnkd.in/eXEq5szD #MilitarySpouse #CommunitySupport

Today, we highlight one of our amazing volunteers, Holly from Ohio! Meet Holly Verburg, an inspiring volunteer who joined Operation Homefront in the Fall of 2023 and is now a volunteer admin! Military Connection: Holly's commitment to our mission is personal. Her son is a Marine Corps veteran, and her daughter currently serves in the Army. Why Holly Volunteers: Holly is passionate about supporting active-duty service members. "I love Operation Homefront's connection to helping active-duty service members," she says. Most Memorable Moment: Although Holly has been with us for a while, she cherished the experience of handing out holiday gift cards this past November and meeting the recipients. We are so grateful for Holly's dedication and enthusiasm. Everything you do helps support our military families so they can thrive, not just struggle to get by! #VolunteerAppreciation #VeteranSupport #WhatInspiresMe

After her honorable discharge from the Army, Crystal Simms settled in Hope Mills, NC, with her daughter and niece. When her HVAC system failed in 2020, the family endured two years without proper heating and cooling, unable to afford the $10,000 replacement cost. As a disabled veteran and unemployed at the time, Crystal reached out to various organizations for assistance. Through her research, she discovered Operation Homefront’s Critical Financial Assistance program. Thanks to the generous support of donors, Crystal was able to install a new HVAC system, bringing much-needed relief to her family. Crystal, who served 11 years and deployed five times to Iraq and Afghanistan, is deeply grateful for the support that helped keep her family safe and comfortable. Read more at https://lnkd.in/e3_aUdXQ #MilitaryFamilies #VeteranSupport #CommunityImpact

Community, connection, and support are central to the human experience and integral in helping veterans overcome challenges, build new lives, and thrive after service. Army and Navy Veteran Wendy Ward recently visited the construction site of what will be her family's new home, awarded by PulteGroup through Operation Homefront's Permanent Homes for Veterans program--she wasn't anticipating the 'Notes of Love' she found inside the structure left by her new Ohio community, but they brought tears of joy and meant everything to Wendy. Check out the sweet messages written in the video below! Thank you to our incredible partner, PulteGroup, and the Ohio community, who showed up to wrap their arms around the Ward family; we can't wait to welcome them home. 🏡🤗 #Community #VeteranSupport

We are thrilled to announce that Karen Genneken has joined Operation Homefront's Board of Directors! Karen, a U.S. Air Force veteran with over 30 years of experience in the global financial sector, brings her expertise to support our mission of building strong, stable, and secure military families. “As a veteran, I am so proud to be a part of Operation Homefront’s important work to help military families overcome short-term difficulties, so they don’t become long-term hardships,” said Karen. Karen will play an important role in guiding our efforts to support military families facing unexpected financial hardships. $47 million in impactful relief and recurring support programming has already been delivered to tens of thousands of families, particularly as they face the challenges of transitioning out of service back to their civilian communities. Join us in welcoming Karen Genneken to Operation Homefront! 👏🏼 Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eJAZtyU4 #LifeAtOperationHomefront #MilitaryFamilies #CommunityImpact

At Operation Homefront, our mission is deeply personal. With 98% of our employees having a military affiliation, whether veterans or family members who served, we bring a unique passion and understanding of the challenges military families face to our work. This close connection fuels our dedication to providing the best care and support possible. Check out all these pictures our team members shared of their service connections! Join us in celebrating our team’s commitment to going above and beyond and the impact they make every day!🤗 #LifeAtOperationHomefront #NonProfit #CommunityImpact #WorkCulture

Happy Fourth of July! 🎆 Today, we celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave, honoring those who have served and sacrificed for our country. May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and cherished moments with family and friends! #Gratitude #WhatInspiresMe #Military

Operation Homefront proudly hosted a Star-Spangled Baby Shower for 50 new and expecting families from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and the surrounding area. Families enjoyed high tea, hearing from speakers, and had a blast with the Blindfolded Diapering Challenge. Every family left with a crib, mattress, and other valuable items. This event was made possible by our amazing volunteers, generous donors, and community partners: Crum & Forster, Johnstone Supply, Delta Children, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., Procter & Gamble, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 6590, BAE Systems, The Breastfeeding Shop, Burlington County WIC, Burlington County Sheriff's Office, Connect The Dots, Pinelands Family Success Center, Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative, United Through Reading, Rumble Tuff, The Maker's Place, Tactical Baby Gear, and Wounded Warrior Project Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event a memorable and supportive experience for our military families! #MilitaryFamilies #CommunitySupport

We prepare meals and appetizers for friends to mark milestones, celebrate holidays, and share cherished family traditions. Operation Homefront appetizer aficionados went on a Fourth of July cracker quest to find Kellanova's Town House Star Spangled and Original crackers with the Operation Homefront logo on the box—and they found the treasure! ⭐🎆 This week, as you gather to celebrate Independence Day, you can dip, crunch, and savor your way through snack time while supporting military families, too. Check out some of our fun ideas below! #MilitaryFamilies #SocialImpact #BetterDays

Being a military family can be fun, rewarding, and full of adventure. But it can also be isolating. We're excited to recommend videos, games, and articles available through our trusted partner, Sesame Street in Communities 4 Military Families, to help our families thrive! These resources are designed to help children and parents cope with the transitions that come with the military lifestyle. Visit the link below to discover the wealth of support Sesame Street offers and empower your family with the tools needed to navigate this journey together.💙🚀 https://lnkd.in/es_XZ3b #Military #Community #HelpingOthers #MilitaryFamilies