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Foundation for Women Warriors is a 100-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and empowering the women veteran community.

Why women veterans?

Empowerment. Support.

Often overshadowed by their male counterparts, our programs honor, empower and support the women who answered our nation’s call to serve.

Our Vision

A world in which the service of every woman veteran is honored, and she can achieve the quality of life she fought for.

At Foundation for Women Warriors, we are on a mission to serve women veterans and their children so that their next mission is clear and continues to impact the world.

Our Programs

Designed to enhance the personal and economic wellbeing of women veterans and address the growing needs of the increasing population of military women transitioning to civilian life.

Our Values

Guiding Principals

The cornerstone of our mission and vision, demonstrating our organizational beliefs and values. They guide our organization in all circumstances, through change internal and external, and in the pursuit of our strategic goals.

01

Integrity First

“To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought, that is sincerity and integrity.”

02

Honor

“Respect human dignity; and to have respect and concern for each other.”

03

Commitment

“Embody the spirit of determination and dedication”

04

Community

“No one-not rock stars, not professional athletes, not software billionaires, and not even geniuses-ever makes it alone”

05

Pursue excellence in all we do

“Seek continuous improvement.”

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    • Earlier this month, the Women’s Health Clinic at Earlier this month, the Women’s Health Clinic at the Salem Veteran Affairs Medical Center was renamed after veteran Master Sgt. Silverine Vinyard James. James retired from the U.S. Army after serving more than 22 years of active duty. Learn more Silverine Vinyard James: https://www.va.gov/salem-health-care/stories/womens-health-clinic-named-for-local-female-veteran/
    "Approximately 300 young women and men will arrive "Approximately 300 young women and men will arrive at the Coast Guard Academy Monday, June 27 to start Day One of their training as part of the incoming Class of 2026. According to current estimates about 43 percent of the class are women, which will be the most in an incoming class ever" Learn more: https://www.hstoday.us/uscg/u-s-coast-guard-academy-planning-to-welcome-the-largest-number-of-women-in-an-incoming-class/ . . . . #UnitedStatesCoastGuard #USCoastGuard #CoastGuard #USCG #USCGWomen #CoastGuardWomen #WomenInTheCoastGuard #WomenInTheMilitary #MilitaryWomen #MilitaryWoman
    The Coast Guard Academy celebrated the 101st birth The Coast Guard Academy celebrated the 101st birthday celebration of Chief Petty Officer Mary Stewart, a veteran of the Coast Guard Semper Paratus Always Ready Women’s Reserves (SPARs), at the Cmdr. Merle J. Smith Consolidated Club, Friday, June 24. Happy 101st Birthday Mary! Learn more: https://www.hstoday.us/subject-matter-areas/maritime-security/u-s-coast-guard-academy-hosts-spars-birthday-celebration/ . . . . #UnitedStatesCoastGuard #USCoastGuard #CoastGuard #USCG #USCGWomen #CoastGuardWomen #WomenInTheCoastGuard #WomenInTheMilitary #MilitaryWomen #MilitaryWoman #WomenVeterans #WomanVeteran #FemaleVeterans #FemaleVeteran #Veteran #Veterans #MilitaryVeterans #SPARS #SemperParatusAlwaysReady
    Sonar Technician (Surface) 1st Class Kate Haynes h Sonar Technician (Surface) 1st Class Kate Haynes has become the second woman in U.S. Navy history to qualify as an Acoustic Intelligence (ACINT) Specialist after recently completing the rigorous self-paced training program. In her new position, Haynes will not only contribute to the expertise essential to antisubmarine warfare (ASW) operations but will also serve as a mentor for women in a historically male dominated field. Congratulations Kate Haynes! Learn more: https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/Article/3070790/office-of-naval-intelligence-sailor-becomes-second-female-acoustic-intelligence/ Learn more: https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/Article/3070790/office-of-naval-intelligence-sailor-becomes-second-female-acoustic-intelligence/ . . . . #UnitedStatesNavy #USNavy #Navy #WomenInTheNavy #NavyWomen #NavySailor #NavyVeteran #NavyLife #WomenInTheMilitary #MilitaryWomen #MilitaryWoman #ActiveDutyWomen #WomenInUniform #SonorTechnician #AcousticIntelligenceSpecialist
    "After taking in a break in 2021 while the Defense "After taking in a break in 2021 while the Defense Department did a review of dozens of advisory boards, the Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services is getting up and running again. Five chairs were sworn in on March 22, and Wednesday, DoD announced a list of 14 new members, including retired female flag/general officers from across the services. The announcement comes the day before the reconstituted committee’s first scheduled meeting, where members are set to get briefings on DoD women’s health and the Air Force Women’s Initiatives Team." https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2022/06/22/pentagon-committee-on-women-in-the-military-is-back-in-business/ . . . . #WomenInTheMilitary #WomanInTheMilitary #MilitaryWomen #MilitaryWoman #WomanVeteran #WomenVeterans #DepartmentofDefense #DOD #DefenseAdvisoryCommittee #WomenIntheServices #WomensInitiativesTeam #WomensHealth
    For the first time, 2 of the 540 rooms in the U.S. For the first time, 2 of the 540 rooms in the U.S. Capitol have officially been named after women, Margaret Chase Smith, whose achievements include passing the Women’s Armed Forces Integration Act in 1948 and Barbara A. Mikulski the longest-serving woman in Congress. Learn more: https://newhampshirebulletin.com/briefs/in-a-first-2-rooms-in-u-s-capitol-named-for-women-who-served-in-the-senate/ . . . . #WomensArmedForcesIntegrationAct #USCapitol #Senate #USSenate #MilitaryWomen #MilitaryWoman #WomenInTheMilitary #WomanInTheMilitary #WomenVeterans #WomanVeteran #WomenMakingHistory
    On June 19th 1865, two years after the Emancipatio On June 19th 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, enslaved African Americans were notified of their freedom by Union troops in Galveston Bay, TX. Juneteenth marks the end of slavery and freedom for all in the United States. #Juneteenth #EmancipationProclamation #Freedom #FreedomDay #History #IndependenceDay
    It’s never too early to teach children about bas It’s never too early to teach children about basic money management. Join us on July 13th at 5:30pm for Teaching Your Children Good Money Habits. This seminar will look at some age-by-age questions and lessons to help you reinforce your family’s values about spending, giving, and saving. The seminar will cover important topics like: - Money management - Saving for short- and long-term goals - Investing - And more Learn more or register today by clicking the link in our bio or visiting: https://foundationforwomenwarriors.org/event/teaching-your-children-good-money-habits/ #WomenVeterans #WomanVeteran #FemaleVeterans #FemaleVeteran #MilitaryWomen #WomenInTheMilitary #MilitaryWoman #Military #WomenInFinance #EmergencySavings #Money #MoneyGoals #moneymanagement #moneytips #womenwhoinvest #moneycoach #wealthbuilding #financialfreedom #investors #investing #moneyhabits