Homes For Our Troops celebrates National Volunteer Week

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Helping in the Community, Home, Non-Profit, Service to Startup
National Volunteer Week, celebrated annually during the third week of April, is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and honor those who lend their time and effort to strengthen their communities. Observed this year from April 19–25, the week-long initiative inspires Americans to seek out volunteer opportunities and make service a meaningful …

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Honoring Vietnam War Veterans Day

| By Bill Ivey
Categories: Blog, Home
As we prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our Nation’s founding, it is important to remember that we gained our independence by forming an Army that fought for that independence. Ever since, when necessary, we have had to use that Army and its sister services to defend our freedom or the freedom of others. …

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Five facts about the Medal of Honor

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Home, Veteran topic
National Medal of Honor Day, held annually on March 25th, was established by Congress to recognize those who have been awarded the United States’ highest military decoration for valor in action. Here are a handful of interesting facts about this distinguished award: According to the Congressional Medal of Honor Society, more than 3,500 brave individuals …

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Celebrating America’s 250th: How to Honor Our Nation’s Veterans This Anniversary Year

| By Breeana Baptista
Categories: Blog, Home
On July 4, 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence. As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, we are reminded that America’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and an enduring commitment to the ideals of freedom and opportunity. Those same values live on today, especially in …

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The Real Pot of Gold: A Safe, Accessible Home

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Home
Every year on St. Patrick’s Day, familiar images of shamrocks, leprechauns, and the legendary pot of gold waiting at the end of the rainbow reflect the spirit of a holiday celebrated by many. In Irish folklore, capturing a leprechaun means being granted three wishes or learning the location of hidden gold. Over time, the pot …

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