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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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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
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
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
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