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A special note from Elizabeth Dole
To our Friends and Supporters: When I started this organization in 2012, America was in the longest period of war… To our Friends and Supporters: When I started this organization in 2012, America was in the longest period of war in our history and…
In support of The Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act
In 2016, my husband, Tom, was diagnosed with ALS resulting from his service in the Air Force. As his condition… In 2016, my husband, Tom, was diagnosed with ALS resulting from his service in the Air Force. As his condition deteriorated, we constantly had to…
Letter of Support for the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act
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…
Untold Story Challenge - Kylie's Story
How Come No One Ever Asked Me? By: Kylie, Winner of the 2023 Untold Story Challenge Soldiers are constantly fighting… How Come No One Ever Asked Me? By: Kylie, Winner of the 2023 Untold Story Challenge Soldiers are constantly fighting worldwide so Americans can have…
Adam Driver & The War And Treaty to Take the Stage at HHM 2023
Adam Driver to receive Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s 2023 Tom Hanks Caregiver Champion Award on October 11 Acclaimed husband and wife… Adam Driver to receive Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s 2023 Tom Hanks Caregiver Champion Award on October 11 Acclaimed husband and wife duo The War And Treaty…
HVAC Votes Yes to the Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act
On July 26, 2023, the House Committee on Veterans Affairs (HVAC) unanimously voted to report H.R. 542, The Elizabeth Dole… On July 26, 2023, the House Committee on Veterans Affairs (HVAC) unanimously voted to report H.R. 542, The Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act of…
VA Shares Caregiver Program Updates
FACT SHEET: Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) Updates On June 30, the Caregiver Support Program office (CSP)… FACT SHEET: Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) Updates On June 30, the Caregiver Support Program office (CSP) hosted a briefing for stakeholders…
Pilot Program to Assist Military Families Facing Food Insecurity
Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Lasagna Love Launch Pilot Program to Assist Military Families Facing Food Insecurity The Elizabeth Dole Foundation… Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Lasagna Love Launch Pilot Program to Assist Military Families Facing Food Insecurity The Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Lasagna Love have launched…
Headlines from a Historic Week for Veteran Caregivers
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation brought veteran caregivers from across the nation to Washington, D.C., for five days packed with one-on-one… The Elizabeth Dole Foundation brought veteran caregivers from across the nation to Washington, D.C., for five days packed with one-on-one meetings with national leaders, educational…
2023 Dole Caregiver Fellows Announced
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Announces 2023 Class of Dole Caregiver Fellows Military caregivers from across the nation selected to represent their… Elizabeth Dole Foundation Announces 2023 Class of Dole Caregiver Fellows Military caregivers from across the nation selected to represent their communities and advocate on behalf…
Legislative Update: The Elizabeth Dole Veterans Program Improvement Act of 2023
Groundbreaking legislation to expand services and support for caregivers and veterans being considered by the Senate. This week, the Senate… Groundbreaking legislation to expand services and support for caregivers and veterans being considered by the Senate. This week, the Senate is considering S. 326: The…
Policy Priorities 2023
We are committed to supporting America’s military and veteran caregivers and their families through comprehensive, bipartisan legislation. Below please find… We are committed to supporting America's military and veteran caregivers and their families through comprehensive, bipartisan legislation. Below please find an overview of our key…
POTUS Announces Historic Executive Actions
Statement from Steve Schwab, CEO of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Senator Dole and I are proud to be at the… Statement from Steve Schwab, CEO of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Senator Dole and I are proud to be at the White House today as President…
Policy Updates
March 20 – March 31 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Press Conference On Wednesday, March 23rd, the U.S. Department of… March 20 - March 31 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Press Conference On Wednesday, March 23rd, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) held its…
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…
