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Letter of Support for the Helping Heroes Act of 2023
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is proud to support legislation that will provide the families of wounded veterans, including children, with… The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is proud to support legislation that will provide the families of wounded veterans, including children, with critical access to care and…
Dole Foundation Caregiver and Teen Join First Lady at State of the Union
First Lady continues to highlight America’s hidden heroes and hidden helpers caring for wounded, ill or injured service members and… First Lady continues to highlight America’s hidden heroes and hidden helpers caring for wounded, ill or injured service members and veterans at home Washington state…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Partners with Unite Us to Support Unmet Needs for Military and Veteran Caregivers
WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 16, 2022) – Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF), a nonprofit organization that supports the military and veteran caregiver… WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 16, 2022) – Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF), a nonprofit organization that supports the military and veteran caregiver community, and Unite Us,…
Coping with the Most “Wonderful” Time of the Year
Insights from Veteran Caregivers By Military and Veteran Caregivers: Megan Powell, Dee Blascyk, Carrie Fisher, and Krista Petterson While many… Insights from Veteran Caregivers By Military and Veteran Caregivers: Megan Powell, Dee Blascyk, Carrie Fisher, and Krista Petterson While many consider the holiday season “the…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Principle Business Enterprises Exceed Goal to Benefit Veterans, Caregivers by Nearly $100,000
Funds to provide life-enhancing support for more than 340 military families Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. Board Chairman Chuck Stocking presents… Funds to provide life-enhancing support for more than 340 military families Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. Board Chairman Chuck Stocking presents the Elizabeth Dole Foundation with…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project celebrate anniversary of Hidden Helpers Launch at the White House
Voices of 2.3 million children and youth supporting military and veteran caregivers are being heard First Lady Dr. Jill Biden… Voices of 2.3 million children and youth supporting military and veteran caregivers are being heard First Lady Dr. Jill Biden walks with a group…
Tom Hanks Joined Elizabeth Dole Foundation to Recognize Savannah Guthrie, Chris Young performance capped night honoring military caregivers
TODAY co-anchor received Tom Hanks Caregiver Champion Award; Foundation celebrated decade of supporting America’s Hidden Heroes at the 5th annual… TODAY co-anchor received Tom Hanks Caregiver Champion Award; Foundation celebrated decade of supporting America's Hidden Heroes at the 5th annual Heroes & History Makers presented…
Savannah Guthrie to receive Tom Hanks Caregiver Champion Award
TODAY co-anchor to be honored at Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Heroes & History Makers celebration with Tom Hanks, Senator Elizabeth Dole… TODAY co-anchor to be honored at Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Heroes & History Makers celebration with Tom Hanks, Senator Elizabeth Dole and a performance by Chris…
Honoring Washington State's Hidden Helpers
First Lady Jill Biden, Senator Patty Murray, and VA Secretary Denis McDonough join Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Wounded Warrior Project… First Lady Jill Biden, Senator Patty Murray, and VA Secretary Denis McDonough join Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Wounded Warrior Project to celebrate Washington State’s military…
FACA Chair Transition
After launching the VA Federal Advisory Committee on Veteran Families, Caregivers, and Survivors and serving as its chair for five… After launching the VA Federal Advisory Committee on Veteran Families, Caregivers, and Survivors and serving as its chair for five years, Senator Elizabeth Dole is…
Multiplatinum, global entertainer Chris Young to headline Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Heroes & History Makers
Washington, D.C. (Sept. 29, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation announced today that multi-platinum, global entertainer Chris Young will perform… Washington, D.C. (Sept. 29, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation announced today that multi-platinum, global entertainer Chris Young will perform as the musical headline…
Political and industry leaders join host committee for Heroes & History Makers Celebration
Washington, D.C. (September 22, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has announced the host committee of its Heroes & History Makers… Washington, D.C. (September 22, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has announced the host committee of its Heroes & History Makers Celebration on October 19, 2022,…
Life After Caregiving
The transition from caregiver to survivor is a journey marked by many complex feelings, including grief, which may begin before… The transition from caregiver to survivor is a journey marked by many complex feelings, including grief, which may begin before the death of a loved…
Fostering Financial Wellness and Independence for Military Caregivers
By Shawn Moore Let’s face it. Many spouses, parents, partners, and friends of our nation’s wounded warriors, like me, feel… By Shawn Moore Let’s face it. Many spouses, parents, partners, and friends of our nation’s wounded warriors, like me, feel like we have lost our…
Ali Zelenko and Kimberly Mingo join Elizabeth Dole Foundation Board of Directors
Washington, DC (June 15, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation announced the election of two new members to its Board of… Washington, DC (June 15, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation announced the election of two new members to its Board of Directors, Ali Zelenko, senior…
Thousands of leaders, advocates, and caregivers unite around action at Seventh Annual National Convening for Veteran Caregivers
Foundation announced expansion of free respite program and new caregiver-to-survivor partnership, and VA leaders participated in candid conversation on VA… Foundation announced expansion of free respite program and new caregiver-to-survivor partnership, and VA leaders participated in candid conversation on VA caregiver programs Washington, D.C. (May…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Announces 2022 Class of Dole Caregiver Fellows
Military caregivers from across the nation selected to represent their communities and advocate on behalf of 5.5 million Americans caring for wounded,… Military caregivers from across the nation selected to represent their communities and advocate on behalf of 5.5 million Americans caring for wounded, ill, or injured veterans Washington,…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Launches Financial Assistance Fund for Military Caregivers with Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation
Fund to cover unexpected expenses threatening caregivers’ financial security Washington, D.C. (April 4, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has launched… Fund to cover unexpected expenses threatening caregivers’ financial security Washington, D.C. (April 4, 2022)— The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has launched The Hope Fund for Critical…
VA Halts All Removals from Caregiver Program
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation applauds Secretary McDonough, Deputy Secretary Remy, and the Administration for the decision announced today reversing course… The Elizabeth Dole Foundation applauds Secretary McDonough, Deputy Secretary Remy, and the Administration for the decision announced today reversing course on the evaluation determinations…
House and Senate Bills Honor Senator Elizabeth Dole and Reinvest in Caregiver Support Programs
Representatives Julia Brownley (D-CA-26) and Jack Bergman (R-MI-01) introduced The Elizabeth Dole Act. This bipartisan, comprehensive, and transformative legislation is… Representatives Julia Brownley (D-CA-26) and Jack Bergman (R-MI-01) introduced The Elizabeth Dole Act. This bipartisan, comprehensive, and transformative legislation is named in honor of Senator…