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Always Evolving
We are a living, breathing coalition that is always listening, always adapting, always moving forward.
September 21, 2025
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United in Service
The Coalition thrives when unique voices join forces. Explore how collaboration strengthens care for Arizona’s United service members, veterans, and their families.
September 21, 2025
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Adam’s Legacy
Bailey McCray shares her late husband Adam’s story to highlight that even clinicians and caregivers need support, and that no one should have to carry ...
September 21, 2025
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Strengthening Partnerships
Recently, our team had the privilege of attending the 16th Gathering of American Indian Veterans.
September 14, 2025
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Postvention is Prevention
Those directly impacted by a suicide loss are up to 65% more likely to experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors themselves (Cerel et al., 2018). Compassionate, ...
August 28, 2025
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The Power of a Referral
A referral might seem like a small thing, but it could be exactly what someone needs at the right moment.
August 7, 2025
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Strengthen Your Skills to Support
The Be Connected Community Corps Helper Training is a free, self-paced online course focused on the Social Determinants of Health, factors like housing, employment, social ...
August 4, 2025
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The Be Connected Hive
The Be Connected Hive is a free, members-only online community for those in Arizona supporting service members, veterans, and their families. It offers a space ...
August 4, 2025
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Honoring Korean War Veterans
To the veterans of the Korean War and their families: you are not forgotten. Your service mattered then, and it matters just as much today. ...
July 20, 2025
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The Spirit of Service
Carry the spirit of Independence Day past July 4 and commit to creating opportunities for veterans to lead, contribute, and thrive. Among our greatest strengths ...
July 2, 2025
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Battle of Osan: Vigilance and Valor
On July 5, 1950, a small group of U.S. soldiers from the 24th Infantry Division, took up defensive positions near Osan, South Korea, to try ...
July 1, 2025
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Hire a Veteran Day
National Hire a Veteran Day is a reminder of what’s possible when we recognize the value of military experience and open doors to meaningful careers ...
July 1, 2025
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D-Day: The Meaning of Courage
June 6, 1944: 150,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, to begin the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control.
June 4, 2025
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Proving What’s Possible
What Arizona has accomplished with the SSG Fox SPGP is more than a success story. Every number represents a life impacted. Each of those lives ...
June 4, 2025
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PTSD Awareness Month
This PTSD Awareness Month, we are highlighting the importance of connection before a crisis.
June 3, 2025
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Battle of Midway
The Battle of Midway, which began on June 4, 1942, stands tall among pivotal moments in American military history.
June 1, 2025
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A Moment That Mattered
Recognized in Congress 11 years ago, ACMF’s innovative model is now shaping how communities across the nation support service members, veterans, and families—discover how it ...
May 27, 2025
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How Arizona Answered the Call for Postvention Support
Discover how Arizona created a statewide postvention guide to support those impacted by the suicide loss of a service member or veteran.
May 12, 2025
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15 Years of Progress, Purpose & Partnership
Get insights and highlights from the 15th Annual Statewide Symposium!
May 12, 2025
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Spouses Lead the Conversation
We want to hear directly from these spouses to better understand their strengths, their challenges, and their perspectives, so we recently launched a series of ...
May 12, 2025
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From Roadmap to Blueprint
PREVENTS gave us a roadmap. Arizona built the road. And now, we offer it as a blueprint for other states to follow.
April 22, 2025
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Virtual Training: Welcome to Be Connected
Join us for this live online training to learn about the Be Connected ecosystem of support for service members, veterans and their families and how ...
April 4, 2025
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Be an Open Door to Support
Help connect Arizona service members, veterans, and families to support. Join the Be Connected Community Corps through virtual or in-person training and learn how to ...
April 4, 2025
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In Person Training: Military/Veteran Helper
Support Arizona’s military and veteran community by joining the Be Connected Community Corps. Attend a no-cost training to gain tools, connect with resources, and make ...
April 4, 2025
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Visible Change
Ryan Larkin was a Navy SEAL who survived combat but lost his life to invisible wounds. His story, shared by his father Frank on 60 ...
March 27, 2025
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Recycled Ride
Read how three generations of a Tucson family are benefitting from a recycled rides program.
March 19, 2025
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Veterans Treatment Court
VTCs offer a second chance to those who have served our country and now find themselves involved in the justice system.
March 2, 2025
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1000 Referrals
Each referral represents a veteran receiving vital support to tackle issues including social isolation, housing instability, and health challenges.
March 2, 2025
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Support During Uncertain Times
Service members, veterans and their families are encouraged to call 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387) to speak with our dedicated team.
March 2, 2025
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We Asked Tara Bingdazzo
Tara believes that true support for veterans is an ongoing effort that requires partners to stay engaged beyond the initial conversation.
February 9, 2025
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Car Awarded to Gold Star Family
Read a heartwarming story of how the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and the Be Connected program helped a Gold Star Family overcome a challenge.
February 9, 2025
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Maricopa County StandDown & Legal Assistance for Veterans
Ahead of the Maricopa County Veteran StandDown, veterans in the Maricopa County area can access free legal assistance from February 3 to March 7, 2025. ...
February 8, 2025
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We Asked Lori Highberger
Lori’s vision for the military community addresses two critical challenges veterans face: social isolation post-service and untreated mental health issues.
February 1, 2025
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Gallego Advocates for Arizona Veterans
Senator Ruben Gallego advocates for Arizona veterans.
January 22, 2025
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Ciscomani Leads Bi-Partisan Effort
Congressman Juan Ciscomani led a bipartisan effort to advocate for Be Connected, citing the program’s vital role in preventing suicide among veterans while demonstrating how ...
January 20, 2025
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We Asked John Scott
John’s vision addresses an emerging challenge in our digital age: the erosion of interpersonal connection.
December 16, 2024
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We Asked Steve Sample
Steve envisions a solution where all veterans have a more comprehensive knowledge of the services available to them.
December 15, 2024
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We Asked Amanda French
Amanda French is driven by the mission to connect veterans with the support they deserve. Her work highlights the challenges many veterans face in simply ...
December 15, 2024
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We Asked Wanda Wright
Wanda Wright, Arizona veteran and champion for all veterans, shares her vision for ways we can support women veterans.
December 14, 2024
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ASU Certificate in Veteran Employment
ACMF worked with Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business to create the Certificate in Veteran Employment and Development. This program, the first of ...
December 14, 2024
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