True North: Supporting Our Nation's Heroes’ Post

This Advancing Philanthropy article offers a case study of civilian and military partnerships, illustrating how finding an intersection of different perspectives and different funding approaches can advance mutual interests. https://ow.ly/phIk50X7ROy (Available Exclusively to AFP Members) #fundraising #nonprofit

I’ve had the unique privilege of seeing Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) from both sides of the table as a tool for smart financial planning and as a powerful vehicle for lasting impact. What is a DAF? A Donor-Advised Fund is a charitable giving account that allows donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants over time. It’s simple, flexible, and tax-efficient especially for those with appreciated assets or fluctuating income years. If you already have a DAF, consider recommending a grant today. If you're advising clients with philanthropic goals, DAFs are a strategic way to align values with financial planning. When thoughtful planning meets meaningful causes, everyone wins. #DAFday #MarineCorpsScholarshipFoundation #MCSF #philanthropicgoals #smartgiving

"We're proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with organisations that share our mission.” - Kate Childs, Director of Fundraising and Communications at WWTW. We're incredibly proud to announce a £10,000 grant to our partner charity, Walking With The Wounded (WWTW), to support Royal Air Force (RAF) veterans and their families! This collaboration significantly strengthens the network of care available to our veterans. WWTW provides a vital range of services, including help with employment, housing, and essential emotional and psychological support, ensuring veterans can lead fulfilling civilian lives. The grant includes the development of a new referral pathway, making it easier for veterans who access WWTW to be referred to the Fund for more specialist support when needed. #RAFBenevolentFund #WalkingWithTheWounded #RAFVeterans

Recognizing that today's youth will become tomorrow's business leaders, our team believes it is crucial to educate them about the sacrifices made by Canada's Armed Forces. To that end, we partner with like-minded organizations to provide programming and educational resources for young people. The Canadian Legacy Project, a volunteer-run registered charity that receives no government funding, is dedicated to supporting those who have served our country. https://lnkd.in/gXN-DkDW #veteransupport #veterans #canada #mentalhealth #veteranshelpingveterans #canadianarmedforces

ACCT UK, in collaboration with Care First, offers 24/7 support to our dedicated adult volunteers and their families 💙 We are grateful for the commitment of adult volunteers, and as the Army Cadet Force's official charity, we provide access to essential training and support. This ensures that volunteers can thrive as role models and mentors. Care First services for Army Cadets UK Volunteers include: 💻24/7 professional counselling (online or phone) 📱App to self-monitor health and encourage healthy behaviours 💳Online financial tools 💬 Weekly webinars and articles Learn more: https://lnkd.in/emcq_A77 #WorldMentalHeathDay

Today, on #WorldCraftDay, we’re proud to highlight our ongoing partnership with Heritage Crafts, which is helping former soldiers build fulfilling new careers through traditional craft skills. For the past three years, our charity has awarded £13,800 annually to fund three bursaries each year, supporting a total of nine veterans to train in specialist crafts — from blacksmithing and carpentry to leatherwork and beyond. These bursaries not only preserve centuries-old British craftsmanship but also give veterans the opportunity to rediscover purpose, confidence, and connection through creative work. We’re proud to stand behind this partnership and the talented veterans shaping their next chapter through heritage skills. #ForSoldiersForLife #HeritageCrafts #Veterans #Craftsmanship

The mission to end veteran suicide demands collaboration, evidence-informed strategies, and accessible mental health care. That’s why we're proud to partner with Face The Fight, an initiative launched by USAA, Reach Resilience, and The Humana Foundation to scale solutions that work. Through $16.5 million in grants awarded to 27 nonprofits nationwide (announced today!), Face the Fight is fueling programs that have already impacted 355,000 lives, screened 245,000 veterans, and connected 40,000 to care. These collective efforts are projected to save 6,500 lives by 2032. We’re honored to contribute our clinical expertise to this movement and grateful for USAA’s continued investment in evidence-based care for America’s veterans. Shout out to a few of the MANY #FacetheFight Coalition partners we're proud to stand beside: UT Health San Antonio, Centerstone, Cohen Veterans Network, Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Team Red, White & Blue, Wounded Warrior Project, Veteran Spouse Network, Robert Irvine Foundation, America's Warrior Partnership, Stop Soldier Suicide, STRONG STAR Training Initiative, Combined Arms, Rush University, Onward Ops, Vets4Warriors, WorriedAboutaVeteran.org, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Barratt Redrow - Finalist for the Working Together Award, in partnership with Forces in Mind Trust - has shown exceptional and lasting dedication to the military community through a powerful partnership with Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI)). Since signing the Armed Forces Covenant in 2016, the organisation has gone far beyond its pledge, donating over £850,000 to the charity, becoming a founding patron of the Tommy Club to tackle veteran isolation, and directly supporting the employment of more than 200 veterans and reservists. From sourcing emergency construction supplies to keep vital veteran housing projects moving, to purchasing veteran-made products from Britain's Bravest Manufacturing Company, Barratt Redrow's support is holistic, heartfelt, and hands-on. They lead by example, sleeping out in sub-zero temperatures to raise over £200k for homeless veterans. Learn all about them at https://lnkd.in/eQEEsi9R #SoldieringOnAwards #ArmedForcesCommunity #MilitaryFamily #Collaboration Derek Harris James Fletcher Thomas McBarnet Caroline Cooke Michelle Alston Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust

United Rentals ANZ has proudly donated a 20-foot shipping container to the Veterans Transition Centre (VTC), a not for profit registered charity that offers respite short-term accommodation and assistance with transition to civilian employment for veterans and their families. The container, branded with custom decals from Curo Brand Application, will be used to store household goods and other items so they can be passed on to veterans as they transition from active service into a successful civilian life. Watch the video to learn more about this project and to see the containers' journey from Bassendean to Jarrahdale. #unitedrentals #veterans #veteranssupport #veteransunited #workunited #hire #construction #equipment #rental

Defence Forces charity launches €3.5m housing expansion to support homeless veterans By Sean O’Riordan / Irish Examiner The Defence Forces veterans’ charity Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann/Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) has launched a fundraising campaign to support its largest-ever investment in emergency accommodation, a €3.5m project to help homeless veterans with new facilities in Cork, Limerick, and Newbridge. Its Fuchsia Appeal aims to raise €500,000 for the Veteran Home Expansion Plan (VHEP), which will add 18 new single en-suite bedrooms across the three cities. The expansion will bring the total number of bedrooms for homeless veterans to 69 nationwide, with a further 11 planned by 2028 as part of a third phase. The project nearly doubles the charity’s accommodation capacity in just seven years. Since opening its first home in 1994, One has helped more than 1,100 homeless veterans access emergency accommodation, with over 90% moving on to permanent housing. In addition to capital costs, the charity’s operational costs currently total €1.7m, with around €775,000 provided by the State. The Fuchsia Appeal is crucial to closing the remaining funding gap. The Fuchsia Appeal is critical to closing that funding gap. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eYx7guUj #DefenceForces #Veterans #Charity #SCAR #Support #Comradeship #Advocacy #Remembrance #NoIrishVeteranLeftBehind #Veteran #MilitaryNetwork #MilitaryFamily #DefenceCommunity #Fundraising #Leadership #FuchsiaAppeal