News & Resources
Keeping Our Military Kids in the news is also our way of keeping our deployed reservists and their families in the public eye, being recognized for the contributions they are making in serving our country.
Our Military Kids has been featured in a wide range of print and broadcast media as a program that truly makes a difference. It has been recognized by the White House, the Department of Defense, a number of states and others as an outstanding program that is having a positive impact on the lives of military reserve families.
Press Releases
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8/27/10: "Fun" Raiser Event to Benefit Children with Parents Deployed Overseas
Alion Science and Technology Corporation is holding a “Fun” Raiser as part of a company-wide campaign to benefit the nonprofit organization Our Military Kids at the Bullpen adjacent to Nationals Stadium today, selling raffle tickets for prizes including weekend travel packages, event tickets, and sports memorabilia.
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8/9/10: Alion Science and Technology Hosts "Fun" Raiser Extravaganza to Benefit Our Military Kids
Alion Science and Technology is sponsoring a “Fun” Raiser to benefit Our Military Kids, a non-profit organization supporting children of deployed military personnel with enrichment activities and tutoring. The “Fun” Raiser will take place on Friday, August 27, 2010 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm outside Nationals Park at The Bullpen outdoor festival park. View flyer here.
Newsletters
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Spring 2010: Newsletter Volume 6, Issue 1
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Winter 2009: Newsletter Volume 5, Issue 4
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Fall 2009: Newsletter Volume 5, Issue 3
In the Media
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8/9/10: Nationals Step Up to Support Military Kids and their Friends
Worries about deployments, permanent change of station orders and other facts of military life were put aside at least for a little while Aug. 1, as a group of local military kids and their families took in a Washington Nationals game, courtesy of the Major League Baseball team and the USO. -
7/1/10: Our Military Kids: Small grants yield big results
Unsung heroes are common when it comes to National Guard Soldiers. But it isn't only Soldiers who fall into this category. Often, their children are the heroes, enduring long periods of separation from a parent who is deployed.
Advice Column
Jane’s Advice Column
As a psychological counselor, I recognize the value and importance of Our Military Kids’ mission - helping children and families of deployed National Guard and Reserve soldiers maintain their routines and outside interests during times of stress and sacrifice.
Go to Jane’s Advice Column
Materials to Download & Order
Brochures. Flyers, & more...
Access our flyers, brochures, and order forms in this section. And please revisit us for frequent updates and information added to the Our Military Kids website.
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Kids’ Stories
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Jen was intent on having her son continue with his therapeutic horseback riding lessons while her husband was deployed to Iraq.
Margaret, a mother of eight children ages one through eleven years, home schools her children. She applied for a grant for the five older children to join the area YMCA. The grant allowed the children to participate on the swim team and pass the summer months engaged in energetic play.
When I first heard about having the chance to travel to an important band festival I didn’t imagine I could go because of how expensive it was. But because of your generosity, I get to have an experience to last a lifetime. I’ll always be grateful to you all for the work you’ve done to help give me this wonderful opportunity. —Christine
“Enrolling my four boys in martial arts provided a structure that we all needed during my husband Mark’s deployment,” says Nancy. “They have learned the importance of respect, loyalty, non-violent behavior, and the value of working out conflicts in different ways.” Knowing the boys were enjoying tae kwon do relieved Mark’s stress level while he was away in service.
Did You Know?
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Who can receive a grant?
School-age dependents (3 years through high school) of Reserve and National Guard military personnel deployed overseas may apply.
What documentation is required as proof of a parent’s deployment?
A copy of the military parent’s overseas deployment orders will verify that a child is eligible for the grant program.
Is the grant award dependent on family income?
Family income is not a consideration in determining the eligibility of a child’s grant request.
Are there restrictions on the types of activities eligible for grants?
Our Military Kids, Inc. covers many programs but there are restrictions. See a complete list in our “Activities Covered” section of this website.
Which tutoring services qualify?
Grants assist children in maintaining academic performance at grade level. We require a letter from the child’s teacher indicating the need for tutoring
What documentation is needed to support the amount of the grant?
A copy of a brochure, flyer, website page or letter from the organization providing the activity or service must accompany the application.
Who receives the grant check?
The organization indicated on the grant application will receive the check for the approved grant.
Does the grant have to be repaid?
The grant does not have to be paid back unless the child does not complete the activity.
Can a child receive multiple grants?
We can award 2 grants per child per 365 day deployment.
May more than one child from a family apply for a grant?
All eligible children in a family may apply for a grant.
How does Our Military Kids, Inc. determine which children receive grants?
We award grants to all qualified applicants as long as funds are available.
How are the grants funded?
Our Military Kids, Inc. is supported by contributions from corporations, charitable foundations and individuals.
Does Our Military Kids, Inc. qualify for donations through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)?
Our Military Kids, Inc. meets the Campaign’s rigorous standards. Members of the Reserves or National Guard can select #12357 to contribute.
Does Our Military Kids provide grants for children of the severely injured?
Yes! Please see the Severely Injured Program Guidelines and Criteria page.
