CONNECTING
MILITARY FAMILIES
TO THEIR COMMUNITIES

During Blue Star Welcome Week and all year round, let us give military families a sense of belonging.

BLUE STAR WELCOME WEEK

Do Your Part

Every year, 600,000 military families move, representing about one-third of our All-Volunteer Force. Most of these families move to a new duty station, while some enter service and others transition out of the military.

That’s why Blue Star Families is designating September 27 — October 5, 2025, as Blue Star Welcome Week! We designed this special week to ease transition challenges and support military families with opportunities and events that will help them make meaningful connections in their new community. Do your part and join us for this impactful week!

Join us for Blue Star Welcome Week 2025, September 27th — October 5th

+
military families move each year
%
move to homes that are not on military installations
%
spend more than $2,000 on unreimbursed moving costs
+
military families move each year
%
move to homes that are not on military installations
%
spend more than $2,000 on unreimbursed moving costs

What is
Welcome
Week?

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GET INVOLVED

Create Connections. Find Purpose.

Make a
Donation

Your support funds Blue Star Families' year-round welcoming efforts in communities across the country.

Host
an event

Ready to join us to ensure military families feel welcome in YOUR community? Host a Blue Star Welcome Week event!

get free
resources

Individuals, schools, businesses, and other orgs can help further our mission by raising awareness, hosting meetups, and more. 

The Official Platform of Welcome Week

Join the nation's largest digital community solely focused on supporting military-connected families.

  • Unlock exclusive member discounts and perks
  • Hear about our latest giveaways and events
  • Connect with others over shared interests
  • Build your resume and find career opportunities
  • Explore our exciting volunteer opportunities

The Official Platform of Welcome Week

Join the nation's largest digital community solely focused on supporting military-connected families.

  • Unlock exclusive member discounts and perks
  • Hear about our latest giveaways and events
  • Connect with others over shared interests
  • Build your resume and find career opportunities
  • Explore our exciting volunteer opportunities