{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Veterans Disability Nexus","title":"Folds of Honor: Supporting Veterans and Their Families","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":506,"description":"In this episode, we spotlight Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled service members and first responders.We’ll discuss the mission, the impact, and how veterans, families, and supporters can get involved. Whether you’re a veteran, a student, or someone looking to give back, this episode explains how Folds of Honor helps ensure that the sacrifices of America’s heroes are never forgotten.💡 What You’ll LearnWhat Folds of Honor is and how it beganThe mission behind the organizationWho qualifies for Folds of Honor scholarshipsHow the scholarship process worksThe impact these scholarships have on military and first responder familiesHow you can support or partner with Folds of HonorReal stories of lives changed through education and generosity🇺🇸 Key Discussion Points1. The MissionFounded in 2007 by Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, Folds of Honor began with a simple yet powerful mission: to honor the sacrifice by educating the legacy. The organization provides academic scholarships to spouses and children of America’s fallen or disabled heroes — ensuring that their dreams of education live on.2. Scholarship ProgramsFolds of Honor offers two main scholarship types:🎓 Higher Education Scholarships: For spouses or children pursuing college or post-secondary education.📚 Children’s Fund Scholarships: For private schooling (K–12).Eligibility includes families of fallen or disabled service members, as well as first responders (police, firefighters, EMTs).3. Impact & ReachOver 52,000 scholarships awarded since inceptionMore than $240 million in educational assistance providedScholarships are available across all 50 statesThe organization maintains a 4-star Charity Navigator rating for financial transparency and impact4. How to ApplyApplications typically open February 1 through March 31 each year. Applicants must provide documentation of eligibility, academic transcripts, and a personal statement....","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/g6oyEKS_-qO8CTibH0yPIT34jFih5Gj-r7p0dxjFMOc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM4NzYzLzE2Nzg1/NzI4MTMtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}