Importance of Donations for Vet Support

  I believe there are very few people in America today that would not agree with the following statement: “Veterans play an essential role in shaping and protecting our country. Their dedication to service goes beyond the military, influencing every part of American life. From defending our freedoms to serving their communities, veterans uphold the values that make our nation strong.”

Every time we raise our flag, every time we hear the bugle sound taps, we remember that the men and women of America’s military forces serve a great cause. They follow in a great tradition handed down to them by America’s veterans. And in public ceremonies and in private prayer, we give thanks for the freedom we enjoy because of their willingness to serve.

With these thoughts in mind, what better way to ensure that we all have opportunity to show gratitude, honor, and to empower and instill hope in our veterans through providing funds to charitable organizations that provide such opportunities for individual participation? Obviously, primary in my thoughts in relation to this is God’s Word for Warriors.

Did you know that the U.S. consistently ranks among the most generous nations in the world for private philanthropy? For example, in 2024, the United States recorded a historic high in total charitable donations, surpassing $592.5 billion, driven significantly by individuals. Alongside this individual generosity, institutions have stepped up to support the charitable sector. Foundations contributed $109.81 billion in 2024, representing 19% of all charitable donations.

Religious organizations continue to receive the largest share of donations, 23% in 2024. Human services organizations and educational institutions each received 14% of total giving in 2024. Perhaps most telling was the surge in giving to public society benefit organizations, groups that include civil rights initiatives and community foundations. Donations to these causes increased by 16.1%

The enduring truth is the American spirit is one of good will and generosity. Through economic ups and downs, cultural shifts and evolving priorities, the philanthropic spirit continues to adapt and thrive.

On November 11, 2005, Vice-President Richard B. Cheney said: “Well over two centuries have passed since George Washington first took command of the Continental Army. Yet we can see in today’s military the same virtues that won this nation our independence, and which have safeguarded our country despite all the challenges of history. The men and women who wear the uniform in the year 2005 follow in a long, honorable, and unbroken tradition of service passed down to them by our veterans. To every veteran, this nation owes a debt we cannot possibly discharge but we will always acknowledge.”

I invite you, the reader to investigate what God’s Word for Warriors offers in our gratitude to veterans, through logging on the internet. In addition, I want you to know that we are very serious in our responsibility to effectively use these funds entrusted to us. I invite you to contact me personally via phone, email, letter, or in person, with any questions or concerns you may have. We solicit your ideas and suggestions, as well as constructive criticism, so that we might be more effective in using what God has provided for us through generous individuals who love our veterans. Won’t you partner with us in this?