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If you know a veteran, please forward this issue to them (you can sign up for my mission reports here). There are some important updates, resources and information they can use.

In this Update:

  • Wreaths Across America
  • Veterans Job Listing
  • Recognizing Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
  • Military Lifetime National Parks Pass
  • Funding Available for Community Groups Providing Veteran Suicide Prevention Services

Wreaths Across America

This month, Wreaths Across America will be bringing their Mobile Education Exhibit throughout Pennsylvania. Wreaths Across America was originally founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. They have expanded this mission to traveling the country to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and teach the next generation the value of freedom.

The Mobile Education Exhibits are free to visit and will be in the following locations:

Veterans Job Listing

Every week, the Pennsylvania Nation Guard Association updates its free job board with good openings for National Guard members, Veterans and their families across Pennsylvania and in nearby states. The board features nearly 10,000 employment and internship postings.

Recognizing Korean War Veterans Armistice Day

In June, the Senate passed Senate Bill 511 to designate July 27 as Korean War Veterans Armistice Day and require the governor to issue a proclamation each year to encourage schools to observe Korean War Veterans Armistice Day and recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by those involved in the Korean War.

The bill awaits further action by the Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee in the House of Representatives.

Military Lifetime National Parks Pass

The U.S. Geological Survey offers a free lifetime America the Beautiful pass to all veterans and Gold Star Families to receive free admission to all National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands.

  • Veterans must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves, and be able to present a non-expired Department of Defense Identification Card, Veteran Health Identification Card, Veteran ID Card or Veterans designation on a state-issued U.S. driver’s license or identification card.
  • The pass admits the pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per-vehicle fee areas – or the pass owner and up to three additional adults at sites that charge per person.
  • The pass is free to pick up in person or $10 to receive by mail.

Funding Available for Community Groups Providing Veteran Suicide Prevention Services

Community-based organizations that provide suicide prevention or emergency clinical services to veterans have until July 18 to apply for federal grants to support their vital mission.

Organizations can apply for grants worth up to $750,000 and may apply to renew awards from year to year. Learn more about eligibility and apply here.

Veterans in crisis are encouraged to call the Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 988 and pressing one to speak with responders trained in crisis intervention and military culture. All calls are free and confidential. Additionally, Pennsylvania provides many programs and services to support veterans.

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