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Military Stories Told Through Play
Military Stories Told Through Play…the Heart of a Child By: Lorie A. Hanna Years ago, I found one of our… Military Stories Told Through Play…the Heart of a Child By: Lorie A. Hanna Years ago, I found one of our daughters setting up a scene…
Press Release - September 22nd
Elizabeth Dole Foundation and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Expand Emergency Veteran Caregiver Respite Program Nationally with Wounded Warrior Project… Elizabeth Dole Foundation and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Expand Emergency Veteran Caregiver Respite Program Nationally with Wounded Warrior Project Gift Wounded Warrior Project’s $1…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation expands leadership team naming new Vice President
Elizabeth Dole Foundation expands leadership team naming new Vice President Neil Sumilas joins the Foundation as Vice President of Operations … Elizabeth Dole Foundation expands leadership team naming new Vice President Neil Sumilas joins the Foundation as Vice President of Operations Washington, DC (September 8, 2020) –…
Respite Relief Program
Elizabeth Dole Foundation and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Launch Emergency Veteran Caregiver Respite Program with CareLinx $1 Million Donation… Elizabeth Dole Foundation and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Launch Emergency Veteran Caregiver Respite Program with CareLinx $1 Million Donation Washington, DC (August 4, 2020)…
Exclusive C3 Episode Recap
A few months ago, when we realized the profound impact COVID-19 would have on the population of military and veteran… A few months ago, when we realized the profound impact COVID-19 would have on the population of military and veteran families we serve, we knew…
Military Kids Virtual Talent Contest is Live!
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation Creates New Talent Opportunity for Military Kids Talent show will spotlight America’s military kids and celebrate… The Elizabeth Dole Foundation Creates New Talent Opportunity for Military Kids Talent show will spotlight America’s military kids and celebrate their unique talents Washington, D.C.…
Comment Letter on Proposed PCAFC Regulations
On May 6, 2020, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation submitted comments to the new proposed regulations for the VA Program of Comprehensive… On May 6, 2020, the Elizabeth Dole Foundation submitted comments to the new proposed regulations for the VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.…
Introducing our 2020 Dole Caregiver Fellows
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Announces 2020 Class of Dole Caregiver Fellows Military caregivers from across the nation selected to represent their… Elizabeth Dole Foundation Announces 2020 Class of Dole Caregiver Fellows Military caregivers from across the nation selected to represent their states and advocate on behalf…
New Digital Series for Military Caregivers
Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project, and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Launch Web Series for Military Caregivers “Caregiver Community… Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project, and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Launch Web Series for Military Caregivers “Caregiver Community Connection (C3)” addresses urgent…
A Call To Caregiving
By: Meg Swanson, military caregiver from Connecticut Is there anything more thrilling than getting a notification on social media… By: Meg Swanson, military caregiver from Connecticut Is there anything more thrilling than getting a notification on social media that a friend has tagged…
Alarming new data reveals urgent military caregiver needs
EDF Leads Response to COVID-19 Impact on Military & Veteran Caregivers Following Alarming Survey Findings Responses from nearly 1,000 military… EDF Leads Response to COVID-19 Impact on Military & Veteran Caregivers Following Alarming Survey Findings Responses from nearly 1,000 military caregivers show decreases in caregiver…
Caregiver Needs During COVID-19 Crisis
New survey by the Elizabeth Dole Foundation unveils most critical needs of military & veteran caregivers during COVID-19 crisis Download… New survey by the Elizabeth Dole Foundation unveils most critical needs of military & veteran caregivers during COVID-19 crisis Download the full survey report here:…
PCAFC Improvements and Amendments under the VA Mission Act of 2020
Executive Summary: New Regulations for VA Caregiver Program March 2020 “PCAFC Improvements and Amendments under the VA Mission Act of 2018”… Executive Summary: New Regulations for VA Caregiver Program March 2020 “PCAFC Improvements and Amendments under the VA Mission Act of 2018” On March 6, 2020, the…
COVID-19 - Tips for Military and Veteran Caregivers
Embrace the ambiguity — acknowledge the “not knowing” and hold on to what you do know. There are ways to… Embrace the ambiguity — acknowledge the “not knowing” and hold on to what you do know. There are ways to mitigate our risk, and…
Community Update from the Elizabeth Dole Foundation
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is concerned about the growing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and the impact it will have on… The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is concerned about the growing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and the impact it will have on communities across America. We recognize…
STATEMENT OF STEVE SCHWAB, BEFORE THE HOUSE COMMITTEE ON VETERANS' AFFAIRS SUBCOMMITTEE ON HEALTH
Written Statement of Steve Schwab, CEO of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Before the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on… Written Statement of Steve Schwab, CEO of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Before the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health, United States House of…
Weathering the Storm: When Caregivers Need Care
Cancer does not discriminate, and it does not come it a convenient time. There is never a right time for… Cancer does not discriminate, and it does not come it a convenient time. There is never a right time for your worst fears to…
Call to Action for the 2020 Presidential Campaigns
With the 2020 presidential election rapidly approaching, Senator Elizabeth Dole and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation have become increasingly concerned that… With the 2020 presidential election rapidly approaching, Senator Elizabeth Dole and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation have become increasingly concerned that the crisis facing our nation’s…
Elizabeth Dole Foundation Honors Michelle Obama, Senator Patty Murray and Congressman Phil Roe at Annual Gala for Military Caregivers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Elizabeth and Bob Dole will host the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s second annual Heroes and History Makers,… WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Elizabeth and Bob Dole will host the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s second annual Heroes and History Makers, a special evening honoring military…
Booz Allen Hamilton and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Team Up to Drive Local Support for America’s Most At-Risk Military Caregivers
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF) and Booz Allen Hamilton are teaming up on a transformative, first-of-its-kind data tool that will… The Elizabeth Dole Foundation (EDF) and Booz Allen Hamilton are teaming up on a transformative, first-of-its-kind data tool that will assist American communities to identify…
