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“Providing support for our veterans is a meaningful way to honor the immense sacrifices they make to defend our country and protect the freedoms we all cherish.”
This year’s Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards (GovCon Awards) Charity Partner, Veterans Moving Forward, stands as a beacon of support for Virginia’s veterans and military families. In a recent conversation with Kerri Kline, President and CEO, and joined by Katie Poulson, Director of Programs, we gained insight into the organization's transformative efforts to empower veterans and enhance community strength.
Headquartered in Dulles, Virginia, Veterans Moving Forward provides service, therapy, and emotional dogs to veterans facing physical and mental health challenges—completely free of charge. “Service and therapy dogs have an incredible impact on helping individuals smoothly reintegrate into civilian life. They play a vital role in supporting recovery from PTSD, assisting with mobility, and offering unwavering companionship and support in countless ways.”
Driven by a deep commitment to our nation’s heroes, this non-profit takes a unique approach by naming service dogs after fallen soldiers. Each dog’s name carries a powerful story, ensuring their sacrifice is remembered and celebrated. “It's our way of preserving the history of that individual who served and honoring their legacy, even after they have passed away. It's important for us to commemorate that enduring impact of the individual who sacrificed everything.” Read the entire article, here.
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