Turning Gratitude Into Action This Military Appreciation Month

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Home
Each May, during National Military Appreciation Month, we’re reminded of the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of the brave men and women who have served our country. It’s a time for reflection and appreciation, but it can also be a meaningful opportunity to turn that gratitude into action. At Homes For Our Troops, that action takes …

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Henry Escobedo: Turning Adversity into Achievement

| By Lisa Duffy
Categories: Blog, Home, Rebuilding Strong
Born in Guatemala, Henry Escobedo came to the United States at the age of 9. When he was 19, he enlisted in the military to give back to the country that had given him so much. HFOT home recipient Army SFC Henry Escobedo with his family. In 2003, Sergeant First Class Escobedo was serving as …

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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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