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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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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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

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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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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

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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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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

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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Local Government

Show military families you value their contributions to your community by issuing a proclamation or hosting an event to welcome them. Military families live in every zip code across the country and are looking to be involved citizens of their communities.

Local Government Resources

Welcome Note (Blank)

Gift Tags

22 Ways to Welcome a Military Family

Proclamation Info Kit

Español Cover Image – LinkedIn Social Graphic

Cover Image – LinkedIn Social Graphic

Certificate of Appreciation

Postcard

Name Tags (Avery 94211)

Bannerstand (32×80)

Bookmark

Banner

Yard Signs

Welcome Sign

Partner Organization

Be a part of Blue Star Welcome Week by hosting a gathering, providing a discount, or organizing a hiring event for military spouses and Veterans. Those are just a few of many opportunities to get creative in welcoming military families to your community!

Partner 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

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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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School

Schools are a main source of community engagement, connection, stability, and exploration. As a result, schools present a great opportunity for military-connected families and individuals to get involved with the community around them and create stable connections of inclusivity.

School Resources

Blue Star Families: The Military Child Experience (Infographic)

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Welcome Note (Blank)

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Gift Tags

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22 Ways to Welcome a Military Family

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Schools Info Kit

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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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