Video by Master Sgt. Brandy Fowler | National Guard Bureau | 10.25.2024
Each year, on Oct. 26, the United States observes the National Day of the Deployed, which is dedicated to honoring all service members who have been deployed in service to our country and acknowledging the sacrifices their families make during these times. This year, as always, we come together to express our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women of the National Guard who have answered......
Video by Lance Cpl. Maksim Masloboev | Marine Corps Installations Pacific | 07.19.2024
Marine Corps Installations Pacific and Camp Kinser leadership, along with members of the Neighborhood Pantry at Camp Butler, attend an opening ceremony for a new Neighborhood Pantry in the Deployment Readiness Coordinator's office on Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan, July 19, 2024. The Neighborhood Pantry exists to provide food and resources to all service members across the island of Okinawa, with......
Video by Cpl. Vincent Pham | Marine Corps Installations Pacific | 05.18.2024
U.S. Marines and Status of Forces Agreement personnel attend the 14th annual Ages to Stages community event on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, May 18, 2024. The Marine Corps Community Services Okinawa New Parent Support branch, hosted the event to showcase available parental resources, including parenting classes, briefings, and home visitations. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Vincent Pham)...
Video by Master Sgt. Amber Monio | National Guard Bureau | 05.09.2024
National Guard members know firsthand the sacrifices and challenges that come with serving our country. But behind every uniform stands a pillar of unwavering support, strength, and resilience—the military spouse. Today, on Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. Your steadfast support, unwavering love, and......
Video by Master Sgt. Amber Monio | National Guard Bureau | 03.28.2024
Since 1986, the Department of Defense has designated April as the Month of the Military Child. Military children face unique challenges with remarkable resilience, enduring separations and sacrifices as their parents serve. The National Guard acknowledges and applauds these young men and women for their strength and support, recognizing their essential contribution to both family and national......
Video by Master Sgt. Amber Monio | National Guard Bureau | 10.18.2023
Each year on Oct. 26, the United States recognizes the National Day of the Deployed, a day dedicated to honoring all servicemembers who have been deployed in the service of our country, and recognizing the sacrifices their families have made during these deployments. This year and always, we come together to honor and express our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women of the National......
Video by Master Sgt. Amber Monio | National Guard Bureau | 03.31.2023
Since 1986, the Department of Defense has observed April as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. The children of service members often experience unique challenges, which they face with resilience and dignity beyond their years. They may be asked to endure difficult separations while their parents work......
Video by Lance Cpl. Jack Chen | Fleet Marine Force Atlantic, Marine Forces Command, Marine Forces Northern Command | 03.29.2022
Karina Phillips, a program manager with the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads, describes the EFMP mission and attributes at building MCE-2, Virginia, March 29, 2022. The EFMP program is dedicated to providing qualified military families with medical and educational support. Military families that meet the criteria can enroll in the EFMP by filling......