Dog Tag Fellowship Program Accepting Applications
Dog Tag Inc. (DTI) empowers veterans with service-connected disabilities, military spouses, and caregivers to discover personal and professional fulfillment in the civilian world through an innovative business- and entrepreneurship-focused fellowship. They are currently enrolling for their Winter 2020 Fellowship. The five-month program enables fellows to dip their toe back into education, gain first-hand experience in a real small business, explore a wide variety of civilian career paths, and acquire soft skills through professional workshops. Upon completion of the fellowship, DTI alumni are business-ready, competitive, and employable.
Your Journey Towards Entrepreneurship Webinar Series
On Tuesday, July 16 at 12:00pm EST AARP and the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) are launching a four-part webinar to help veterans and military-connected business owners become successful entrepreneurs. The IVMF at Syracuse University and AARP have teamed up to help veterans and military-connected business owners understand where they are on their entrepreneurial journey in a 4-part webinar series. Together they will host a webinar series where experts will discuss how to manage your time and identify the right type of funding for your business in order to position yourself for success! Registration is required.
Community Block Party in Frederick
Saturday, June 29th from 11:00am - 3:00pm at Asbury United Methodist Church in Frederick MD. Meet and greet the community. Free food, games, health screenings, community resources and much more. This is a free event. Rain or shine.
Free Admission to Prince George’s County Museums
Military families, retired Veterans and National Guard – Free Admission May 18 – Sept 2! If you are looking for summer family vacation ideas or you have recently been transferred to this area, you can visit Prince George's County Museums through the Blue Star Museums program! This program offers FREE admission to active duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day, May 18, 2019, through Labor Day, September 2, 2019. Several historic sites and museums in Prince George’s County are participating in the Blue Star Program.
Military Spouse Career Events
Hiring Our Heroes is holding two Military Spouse Career Events, June 3 & 5th. On June 3rd join them for a networking opportunity a the McLean Military Spouse Networking Reception at Capital One Headquarters. On June 5th join them for a hiring event at the Fort Belvoir Military Spouse Hiring Fair. Registration is required.
SCA Training & Experience Opportunities for Veterans
Student Conservation Association is currently seeking candidates for their corp programs, veteran fire corp and Maryland veteran corp. These opportunities will allow veterans to receive training and experience in Fire and Conservation. More information, contact Huma Raja at hraja@thesca.org.
Caregiving While Caring for Your Young Child
Are you a parent or guardian caring for a baby or toddler? The VA Caregiver Support Line and ZERO TO THREE have collaborated to present a workshop in support of Military and Veteran Families who are also caring for the needs of young children. This WEBINAR will take place on Tuesday, April 30th at 12:00PM ET. Registration is required.
Operation Tohidu Veteran Retreat
Melwood Veterans Services is excited to announce the Operation Tohidu® schedule for the first half of 2019. This is a program for men and women struggling with post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, traumatic brain injury, or other service-related issues such as military sexual trauma.
Happy Thanksgiving from ServingTogether!
Happy Thanksgiving! We are honored to have the opportunity to work with such an amazing group of military, veterans, caregivers, family members and service providers in our communities. Thank you for your contribution to the work we do. Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving. Mike, Christy, Julie, Alicia, Jennifer and Chenille.
Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland – Applications Available for Two Homes in Maryland
Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland is announcing the construction of two new homes, located in Fairmount Heights and Capitol Heights, Maryland. Applications open Thursday 11/01/2018 & close Saturday 12/15/2018.