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The Arizona Coalition for Military Families (ACMF) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the National Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Distinguished Service Award. This prestigious national recognition is given to individuals or organizations that have demonstrated exceptional national leadership and service in support of the military community. Read More The MOAA Distinguished Service Award is a ...

The Be Connected program has been honored with an award as part of the inaugural Anthem Awards for its upstream suicide prevention public awareness campaign titled We’re on a Mission. Be Connected was selected as a winner from among more than 2,500 submissions from 36 countries around the world. Competing in the Health Awareness category, Be Connected was selected for ...

For the second year in a row, stakeholders from around Arizona and beyond will gather in a virtual conference center for the 12th Annual Statewide Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans and Their Families. The virtual format provides participants the opportunity to hear from a wide variety of leaders on a variety of topics designed to strengthen the way ...

In April, 587 people gathered in a virtual conference center for the 11th Annual Symposium in Support of Service Members, Veterans and Their Families. The event featured a keynote speech by Thomas Winkel, Director of the Arizona Coalition for Military Families, highlighting the importance of a collaborative approach to servicing the whole person – regardless of what might draw someone ...

Arizona veterans face one of the highest suicide rates in the nation, but the Be Connected program is taking action. Using an upstream approach, Be Connected connects veterans to resources for housing, employment, and finances, addressing these needs before they become crises. Call 866-4AZ-VETS for support. By: Emma Greguska November 9, 2021 Read More In the United States, veterans in ...

The Be Connected program is strengthening mental health support for Arizona veterans impacted by the Afghanistan conflict. Focused on suicide prevention, the program connects veterans and their families to vital resources and support. Call 866-429-8387 to access no-cost assistance statewide. BUSINESS NEWS | 6 Oct | PATRICK SCHNEIDER Read More Local organizations are making efforts to help Arizona veterans improve ...

Veterans have always strengthened Arizona’s economy, and today, programs like Be Connected offer vital support for employment and suicide prevention. Through career navigation, SkillBridge, and employer training, veterans can find meaningful work. The statewide support line at 866-4AZ-VETS ensures veterans connect to resources before challenges escalate. Veterans have always played a vital role in our state’s economy — and they ...

In Gilbert, Arizona, Army veteran Derek Tope, who served three combat tours and now lives with PTSD and other disabilities, received a new air conditioning unit from AAA Cooling Specialists. The donation, facilitated by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families, came just in time for the state’s first triple-digit temperatures, providing much-needed relief for Tope and his family. BY KEVIN STONE ...

A Gilbert military family is grateful after receiving a new AC unit from AAA Cooling Specialists, just in time for Arizona’s triple-digit heat. The donation, made through the Arizona Coalition for Military Families, supports Army veteran Derek Tope, who lives with PTSD and disabilities after three combat tours. Author: Trisha Hendricks Published: 10:13 PM MST June 5, 2021 Updated: 10:13 PM ...

Arizona’s long-standing commitment to veteran employment proved vital during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through partnerships and programs like Be Connected, veterans accessed resources, job opportunities, and support. Despite progress, challenges remain, and efforts continue to ensure every veteran in Arizona can thrive in civilian life. By Alyssa Marksz/Cronkite News May 26, 2021 Read More WASHINGTON – An employment program for veterans ...