Get Involved

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Military-connected families need our support!

We've included some ways you can get involved and connected with your local military community. You can be an important part of raising awareness and helping to welcome military and Veteran families during Welcome Week and all year long.

Business & Restaurant

Support from local businesses and restaurants helps military families feel welcomed and included. These entities are a main source of community engagement, connection, stability, and exploration. In addition, military members feed into the local economy, benefiting businesses in the area.

Business & Restaurant Resources

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Gift Tags

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22 Ways to Welcome a Military Family

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Cover Image – LinkedIn Social Graphic

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Certificate of Appreciation

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Postcard

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Name Tags (Avery 94211)

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Bannerstand (32×80)

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Bookmark

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Yard Signs

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Civilian Supporter

Military families need the support of their civilian neighbors and to know they care. From posting a message of welcome on your neighborhood message board to hosting a block party, no gesture is too small when it comes to helping military families feel they belong.

Civilian Supporter Resources

Block Party Toolkit

Block party Toolkit

Welcome Note (Blank)

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Gift Tags

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22 Ways to Welcome a Military Family

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Español Cover Image – LinkedIn Social Graphic

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Cover Image – LinkedIn Social Graphic

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Certificate of Appreciation

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Postcard

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Name Tags (Avery 94211)

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Bannerstand (32×80)

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Bookmark

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Banner

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Yard Signs

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Welcome Sign

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Community Organization

Through participation in Blue Star Welcome Week, you will help military families feel connected in the communities where they live and serve through encouraging military families to shop at local businesses, participate in community events, and connect with community members.

Community Organization Resources

Welcome Note (Blank)

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Gift Tags

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22 Ways to Welcome a Military Family

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Español Cover Image – LinkedIn Social Graphic

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Cover Image – LinkedIn Social Graphic

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Certificate of Appreciation

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Postcard

BSWW24_Thumb_Postcard

Name Tags (Avery 94211)

BSWW24_Thumb_Nametags

Bannerstand (32×80)

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Bookmark

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Banner

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Yard Signs

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Welcome Sign

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Library

As a community hub, libraries have an amazing potential to get involved! Libraries act as central locations for community building, engagement, inspiration, and knowledge — welcoming places for newcomers, like military families, who are looking to connect with opportunities and resources

Library Resources