Generous donations help military families reach academic dreams

A newsletter from the Support our Troops organization in Ottawa that may be of interest to some members.

Legacy gift to help family of CAF members reach academic dreams

Helen Allen Stacey’s life mission to advocate for children and youth carries on through her support to the National Scholarship Program. Thanks to her legacy gift to the Support Our Troops National Scholarship Program, military family members will be able to pursue post-secondary education without the fear of financial burdens holding them back.

Scholarship recipient strives to improve the school transition experiences of adolescents living in Canadian military families

“As a former military dependent, I feel strongly about giving back to a community that I was once a part of. I feel so fortunate that Support Our Troops recognized the importance of the work I am doing and the impact it will have within the military community.”

The Support Our Troops National Scholarship Program is now open!

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The 2022 Virtual edition of Canada Army Run, presented by BMO, is now OPEN for registration! Your participation and fundraising in the run, taking place September 9-18, will raise funds for Support Our Troops and Soldier On.

Registration for the 2022 Virtual Navy Bike Ride!

Registration is now open for the 2022 Navy Bike Ride taking place June 12 – August 7, 2022. Your participation and fundraising will raise funds for Support Our Troops, Soldier On and the Royal Canadian Naval Benevolent Fund.

Did You Know?

The Education Assistance Loan Program (EALP) is an opportunity for military members and their families to pursue further education at their leisure with the support of a low-interest study loan. Whether you’re a serving member, former member, military spouse or dependent in need of recertification courses, supplementary courses and/or training to increase opportunities for employment, the EALP is there to help!

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Funding Innovation Art Easel Program surpasses $1,000,000 for Support Our Troops!

Thank you, Funding Innovation. This partnership and your unwavering support will help us make a difference in the lives of our women and men in uniform, and their families.