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Blinded Veterans Association Expands Criteria for Organization Membership

Any person having honorably served, or currently serving in the Armed Forces of the United States, qualifying for Department of Veterans Affairs Blind Rehabilitation Service is now eligible for membership in BVA…

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Honor BVA's 80 Years of Service
Message from BVA's National President
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"Freedom is not free, it is fought for."
A POW’s Veterans Day story of Perseverance.
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Overcoming Adversity
Instead of giving in and giving up, Jeanie sought out something...
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“Failure is not being knocked down. Failure is staying down.”
Matthew had an insight that got him started...
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A Veterans Day Tribute
Enrique's shock of knowing he was losing his sight was painful...
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A Hero of the Greatest Generation
It didn't take long for Bob to start over...
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Helping Others to Achieve
Brian felt lost, alone, and didn’t know what to do next…
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One Vision, One Team, One Fight
Lonnie's strength and joy come from those who haven’t yet experienced...
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Rising to the Challenge
Ken epitomizes BVA’s mission...
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Gaining New Vision
Steve found purpose and fulfillment in life again...
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Living the Army Values
Eric inspires his fellow blinded veterans...
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Never Leaving Anyone Behind
Monaca champions women veterans initiatives via her...
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Deadline Approaching for Annual Awards Nominations

A series of BVA awards honoring both the extraordinary professional accomplishments of blind and low vision veterans, as well as the dedicated service they offer one another, will be presented at the 80th National Convention. Some of the recognitions can include BVA staff and VA personnel, depending on the accomplishments or services provided. Nominations must be submitted electronically and are due 60 days prior to the first day of the convention. The due date prior

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Academic Studies Explore Ways to Improve Quality of Life for America’s Veterans

The RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute is a free repository of scholarly research and data about veterans and the programs and policies that affect them. The mission of the Institute, which is housed within RAND—a nonpartisan, nonprofit research organization—is to leverage decades of research, expertise, and strategic partnerships to enhance the lives of America’s veterans, their families, and their caregivers. RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute The Institute’s approach is grounded in empirical data

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Recognizing Silver Star Service Banner Day

National Silver Star Service Banner Day is next Thursday, May 1. The designation recognizes the sacrifices of the ill, wounded, and dying members of the U.S. Military. The day also honors those who have been awarded with the Silver Star Medal and their families—those who have demonstrated distinguished valor in combat, specifically courage and resilience. The Silver Star is the third highest decoration in the Armed Forces. The Silver Star Banner itself has blue stars

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Application Materials Due Thursday for BVA Auxiliary Scholarship Awards

The Renee Feldman Scholarship Program of the BVA Auxiliary (BVAA) awards three scholarships per academic year, two for $2,000 and one for $1,500 made in two installments, fall and spring.  Applicants must be a spouse or a generational child (child, grandchild, great-grandchild) of a blinded veteran who is or has been a BVA member. Applicants for the Sue Cantrell BVA scholarship are also eligible to apply for and receive a BVAA Feldman award. Renee Feldman

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