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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…
What Does it Mean to be a Dole Caregiver Fellow?
We’re honored to share just a few of the ways military and veteran caregivers across America believe they have grown… We’re honored to share just a few of the ways military and veteran caregivers across America believe they have grown through the Elizabeth Dole…
VA to Conduct Review of PCAFC
Statement from CEO Steve Schwab: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation strongly supports Secretary McDonough’s decision to conduct a thorough review of… Statement from CEO Steve Schwab: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation strongly supports Secretary McDonough’s decision to conduct a thorough review of the Program for Comprehensive Assistance…
Combating the Winter Blues
By Lisell Perez-Rogers Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on February 2nd, predicting six more weeks of winter. For many, this… By Lisell Perez-Rogers Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on February 2nd, predicting six more weeks of winter. For many, this means six more weeks of…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation & Cerner Launch Clinical Council to Expand Inclusive Care to More Healthcare Systems
Effort builds upon work the Elizabeth Dole Foundation is doing to support service members, veterans and caregivers Washington, D.C. (February… Effort builds upon work the Elizabeth Dole Foundation is doing to support service members, veterans and caregivers Washington, D.C. (February 16, 2022) Today, in partnership with…
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation hosts Second Annual Cities and Counties Summit
Summit celebrates Hidden Heroes Cities and Counties continued support of military and veteran caregivers Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2022) — The… Summit celebrates Hidden Heroes Cities and Counties continued support of military and veteran caregivers Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2022) — The Elizabeth Dole Foundation convened for…
Take some time for yourself. You deserve it.
By Marianne Delatorre As our founder Elizabeth Dole believes, “In seeking success you must also seek fulfillment. Ask yourself not only what… By Marianne Delatorre As our founder Elizabeth Dole believes, “In seeking success you must also seek fulfillment. Ask yourself not only what you want to be…
