TYSONS, Va.– The PenFed Foundation said it has entered into life-changing partnership with Onward Ops that is empowering veterans making the challenging transition from military service to the civilian world.
The program is offered at no cost to service members up to a year before they depart the military and provides the option to choose a self-guided transition with personalized resources and tools or a sponsor-guided transition with personalized, hands-on support from experienced sponsors, the Foundation said.
"The PenFed Foundation is so proud to partner with Onward Ops to empower transitioning veterans. We both believe in the potential of veterans as community leaders," said PenFed Foundation President Andrea McCarren. "They have an extraordinary work ethic, unparalleled resilience, and an array of skills that can benefit communities across the country."
The program enrolls more than 1,200 transitioning service members and their families monthly with enrollment expected to double this year.
According to the PenFed foundation, as the program grows, Onward Ops needs everyday community members like you to volunteer as a mentor. Mentors come from diverse backgrounds, similar to the transitioning service members they assist. For just a few hours a month, you can make a big difference in a transitioning service member’s success by offering your support and being there for them every step of the way.
"Veterans bring tremendous skills and experiences with them from their military service," said Onward Ops Executive Director Brigadier General US Army (Ret.) Mike Eastman. "We are so grateful for this partnership with the PenFed Foundation. Together, we are connecting local mentors with our newest veterans and engaging the entire community in helping them succeed."