Blue Star Families

Career Ready Tool For 2025 Career Success! We're thrilled to announce our collaboration and welcome Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) Workshops to our Careers community. These services are available for veterans, veterans currently serving in the National Guard and Reserve, and their spouses. Stephanie Martin, MdE, a Virtual Employment Resource Coordinator with the DOL VETS TAP Contract, will lead our discussion on how these workshops offer expert guidance on resume building, job searching, interview preparation, and accessing valuable community resources. Whether preparing to transition, looking for your next big opportunity, or just thinking about getting back to work, these workshops are here to help you succeed. 🌟 Don't miss out—join us in the Careers Community in the Neighborhood today and take the first step toward your future! #TransitionSupport #VeteranCareers #MilitaryFamilies #CareerSuccess

Happy Hanukkah to our Jewish military families! We’re thrilled to share a meaningful gift this holiday season! Moment Magazine, a trusted voice in the Jewish community, is offering unlimited free subscriptions to military families. Enjoy thought-provoking articles, cultural insights, and stories that celebrate Jewish life — all for free. Claim your subscription here: https://bit.ly/4grOSHb Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May your Hanukkah be filled with light and joy! 💙

Military families face unique challenges with each move, from leaving behind friends and jobs to rebuilding a sense of belonging. That’s why we created Blue Star Neighborhood — so you can stay connected and find community, no matter where you’re stationed. With Blue Star Neighborhood, you can: ✔️ Discover local and virtual events ✔️ Start meaningful conversations ✔️ Build your network ✔️ Access resources that help you thrive Watch this short video to see how The Neighborhood works! https://bit.ly/49NUn0q Ready to connect? Visit https://lnkd.in/gpRpDzJY to get started today. #BlueStarNeighborhood #MilitaryFamilies

Progress update! The FY25 #NDAA has officially passed the Senate, bringing us one step closer to vital quality-of-life improvements for our service members and their families. We’re incredibly grateful to Congress for their dedication to #militaryfamilies. As we await the President’s signature, we remain hopeful for the meaningful changes this will bring to those who serve and sacrifice so much. Read more here: https://bit.ly/49RaxWY

Our Blue Star Families team is continuing to grow and expand. We are pleased to announce that Jenna Buck joins us as Senior Director of Events. Jenna brings a wide range of expertise from event production and customer service to strategic planning, having worked for Fortune 100 organizations, global nonprofits, and universities. Her unique combination of client management, hospitality, and production experience gives Jenna a strong foundation and interesting perspective when producing events. Congratulations and welcome, Jenna! Kathy Roth-Douquet Lindsay Knight, PhD Brian Whiting Vin Duncan Douglas Rozman Meredith Terrian Ryan Callahan Noeleen T.

Our CEO, Kathy Roth-Douquet, joined Julie Mason on SiriusXM to spotlight something close to our hearts — how we can all support military families this holiday season. 💙 Kathy shared just how resilient military families are. They’re serving right alongside their loved ones, often without the recognition they deserve. But the holidays can be hard, especially for those separated by deployments or dealing with the challenges of military life. This is where we all come in. Let’s #DoYourPart to make sure no military family feels overlooked. Whether it’s checking in on a military neighbor, or even just offering a kind word, small gestures can make a huge difference. You can catch Kathy’s conversation with Julie here: https://bit.ly/41XdMdB

We are excited to welcome Tate Johnson as the new Executive Director of our Greater Fayetteville Region Chapter at Blue Star Families! Tate is a lifelong North Carolina resident with extensive experience in government affairs, nonprofit management, and fundraising. He holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and a certificate in nonprofit management from Duke University. Tate is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. He shares our deep commitment to supporting military families and fostering connections in their communities. Tate’s leadership comes at an exciting time as we establish our Greater Fayetteville Region Chapter. Please join us in welcoming Tate to the Blue Star Families team as we continue to grow and serve those who serve. Kathy Roth-Douquet Brian Whiting Meredith Terrian Sabrina Huda Douglas Rozman Ryan Callahan Tosombra "Tai" Kimes Lindsay Knight, PhD Noeleen T.

“There are many families that are relocated — about 600,000 [families] a year, and that’s where Blue Star Families comes in.” At Blue Star Families, we understand the unique challenges military families face, especially with frequent relocations. That’s why we’re here to provide the resources, support, and community connections they need to thrive. 💙 Thank you, Craig Newmark, for continuing to raise awareness around the difficult issues our #MilitaryFamilies face on a daily basis. Don’t miss Craig’s conversation on how technology can be used for good, his commitment to Veterans, and the foundation of Craigslist! Check out Craig Newmark's feature on Theo Von's podcast This Past Weekend here: https://bit.ly/41CxCKJ #BlueStarFamilies #MilitaryFamilies #CraigNewmark #TheoVon #ThisPastWeekend

Our Blue Star Families team continues to grow and expand, and we are happy to welcome Sarah Heist to the Blue Star Families team as Program Manager of the Dayton & Southwestern Ohio Chapter! Sarah brings a wealth of experience in educational programming and community engagement. With a BA in Anthropology from Wright State University and a Master’s in Education focused on STEM teaching and learning from the University of Cincinnati, Sarah strives to create unique learning opportunities and experiences for students and families. Welcome to BSF, Sarah! Kathy Roth-Douquet Lindsay Knight, PhD Brian Whiting Vin Duncan Douglas Rozman Meredith Terrian Ryan Callahan Sabrina Huda Tosombra "Tai" Kimes Geri Lynn Strobbe Maples, Ph.D. Noeleen T.

Our Chapters continue to spread holiday cheer for military and Veteran families! Thanks to the support of local sponsors, the Blue Star Families Chicago Chapter hosted 175 military and Veteran families at their local People’s Choice Family Fun Center in downtown Chicago! Sponsors like Jewel-Osco, Ulta Beauty, Fortinet, GATX, Starbucks, and Craig Newmark Philanthropies make events like this possible, ensuring that military and Veteran families can create joyful memories during the holiday season. They are doing their part to help strengthen our community and provide much-needed support to those who have served. How can you do your part this holiday season? #DoYourPart is made possible by the generous support of Craig Newmark and Craig Newmark Philanthropies. Kathy Roth-Douquet Brian Whiting Vin Duncan Lindsay Knight, PhD Ryan Callahan Douglas Rozman Meredith Terrian Sabrina Huda Tosombra "Tai" Kimes Benjamin Gould Noeleen T.