January 9, 2017
Age Doesn’t Matter--You’re Somebody’s Type

Start 2017 off with saving three lives. You heard me right! Three lives can be saved just by one simple blood donation. The month of January is national blood donor month. By simply putting aside 15 minutes this month to donate, you can help save lives all over the United States.  Your Donation Is Needed […]

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January 5, 2017
Celebrate National Bird Day With 10 Facts About Eagles

Did you know January 5 is celebrated as National Bird Day in the U.S.? While the day is actually about getting citizens involved in monitoring the health of our nation's wild bird population, it's also a good time to learn more about our famous national bird, the Bald Eagle.  That's not to take away from […]

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January 1, 2017
Fun New Year's Traditions To Try In 2017

Most people get their celebrations in on New Year's Eve, while New Year's Day is usually spent as a relaxing day with family. You probably have quite a few traditions for New Year's Eve such as watching the ball drop in Times Square, but there are plenty of fun traditions for the first day of […]

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December 28, 2016
How To Donate Your Car To Charity Last Minute

With the end of the year fast approaching, you may be wondering if you can still donate a car this year and receive a tax deduction. The good news is, Vehicles For Veterans is here to help you get a 2016 tax deduction all the way up to 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31. Even those […]

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December 21, 2016
A Thank You Goes A Long Way

As the holidays are approaching and you have many things on your mind. Take the time to say thank you to a veteran. The holidays can be especially hard for those who have served for our country. Try one of these ten things below and make a veteran's day a little brighter.  Ten Ways To […]

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December 20, 2016
Activities To Make Deployment Easier

The holidays can be tough when your loved one is deployed, especially when it is a parent or a spouse.  Here are some activities to help make deployment easier. Deployment Wall      Make a deployment wall in your home.  You can make these as elaborate as you want. Here are some ideas: Hang two clocks--one showing […]

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December 16, 2016
3 Defining Moments In Marine Corps History

The Marine Corps has a long and rich history. From winning the first battle on foreign soil to introducing some of the first female teams on the front lines, the Marine Corps has made many strides in how our military works. First Foreign Victory After the American Revolution, the Marine Corps disbanded for a short […]

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December 9, 2016
Happy 380th Birthday National Guard

Throughout history the National Guard has helped the U.S. overseas and in times of crisis at home. There have been many famous people to serve in the National Guard that you might not have known. Their achievements out of the military overshadowed their military roles. Guess Who Abraham Lincoln: With all of his great achievements […]

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December 8, 2016
History Of The U.S. Air Force

On Sept. 18, 1947, the U.S. Air Force was born as an independent service equal to both the Navy and Army. However, the Air Force had a long history before that date and even more after. Here are some parts you need to know about the history of the Air Force: Early Years After the […]

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December 3, 2016
International Day Of People With Disabilities

People with disabilities are considered the world's largest minority. Approximately 15 percent of the world's population, or one in seven people, has a disability. People with disabilities face a number of challenges on a daily basis, including physical barriers, societal attitudes, discrimination and restrictive policies.  Each year, Dec. 3 is recognized as the International Day […]

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