UPCOMING EVENTS
September 14th, 2023
Virtual Hidden Helpers Quarterly Coalition Meeting
Quarterly whole coalition meeting to connect with members, provide updates and facilitate collaboration. If you’d like to find out more or become a member of the Hidden Helpers Coalition, please contact Madison Moore at Madison@elizabethdolefoundation.org
September 14th, 2023
National Cabinet Event – British Embassy
Please join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the British Embassy as we embark on our the next event in our National Cabinet series, First to Know, featuring a lively discussion with Ambassador Karen Pierce.
For information on becoming a National Cabinet member please contact Michaela at Michaela@elizabethdolefoundation.org
October 3rd, 2023
Signing of Pennsylvania as a Hidden Heroes Commonwealth
The Hidden Heroes Cities and Counties Program is a growing network of cities, counties, and states working to find local solutions to better serve military and veteran caregivers. To date nearly 200 cities, counties, and states have taken the pledge to raise awareness, encourage self-identification and increase support for hidden heroes in their communities. Pennsylvanian joins us as our 204th Hidden Hero community!
To find out more about the Cities and Counties program please reach out of Marianne at Marianne@elizabethdolefoundation.org
October 11th, 2023
Heroes & History Makers Celebration
“Heroes & History Makers Celebration” will be an unforgettable evening honoring our nation’s military caregivers on October 11, 2023, at The Anthem in Washington, DC. The night will be filled with emotional tributes, inspiring performances, and powerful calls to action in support of America’s military caregiver families.
To find out more or become a sponsor of the Heroes & History Makers Celebration please contact Kirsten Feyling at Kirsten@elizabethdolefoundation.org
December 5th, 2023
Bob Dole Day of Service and Wreath Laying
The Elizabeth Dole Staff and Fellows look forward to honoring the legacy of Bob Dole with a dedicated day of service for the community followed by a wreath laying at his gravesite. To find out more, or participate in the service day please contact Molly Lurensky at MLurensky@elizabethdolefoundation.org
December 14th, 2023
Virtual Hidden Helpers Quarterly Coalition Meeting
Quarterly whole coalition meeting to connect with members, provide updates and facilitate collaboration. If you’d like to find out more or become a member of the Hidden Helpers Coalition, please contact Madison Moore at Madison@elizabethdolefoundation.org
PAST EVENTS
January 19, 2022
Virtual | *Exclusive to Dole Caregiver Fellows and Hidden Heroes Caregiver Community Members
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation partnered with The Rosie Network – an organization we know so many Fellows have benefitted from – to host a virtual open house for caregiver entrepreneurs and emerging nonprofit leaders.
The Rosie Network’s Service2CEO program helps military and veteran caregivers to foster their learning, discovery, leadership development, and engagement in launching and growing a business. Learn more.
February 2, 2023
Virtual
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation hosted our Annual Hidden Heroes Cities and Counties Summit. This event celebrated, recognized, and engaged our 200+ committed Hidden Heroes Cities, Counties, and States. The event convened city, county, and state leaders for an update on the progress of the Hidden Heroes program over the last year and showcase what’s ahead for the program.
February 21 & 22, 2023
Malcom X College | In-Person & Virtual | Chicago
The City Colleges of Chicago hosted a two-day symposium to introduce a first-of-its-kind four-week comprehensive, accredited course for caregivers of veterans, police, fire, first-responders, and trauma victims in Chicago. During the symposium, the Foundation presented and shared caregiver experiences to inspire other hidden heroes to seek and receive critical support that is provided through courses like this. Spearheaded by local VA leaders and universities in Chicago, the goal is to replicate this initiative in other cities and states long term.
Watch recaps of the symposium via the links below.
March 10, 2023
Virtual
Creating a budget is a roadmap to make the most of the money you earn and allows you to be intentional on how much you spend and save. Establishing an emergency savings fund will help you prepare for unexpected expenses or loss of income and help you feel in control of how to spend and save with a purpose.
March 16, 2023
Virtual
Join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), and Hidden Helpers Coalition members for our quarterly coalition meeting to connect with members, provide updates, and facilitate collaboration. If you’d like to find out more or become a member of the Hidden Heroes Coalition, please contact Madison Moore at Madison@elizabethdolefoundaiton.org
April 14, 2023
Virtual
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation presents our latest C3 (Caregiver Community Connection) episode, an interactive web series that aims to empower, inspire, and engage America’s military, veteran, and family caregivers. Powered by Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), C3 seeks to educate caregivers about tools, resources, and strategies to help them thrive; combat isolation in the caregiver community by leveraging a platform that encourages peer connection; and provide uplifting content that promotes positivity and gives caregivers an opportunity to recharge.
This episode will focus on financial wellness and literacy to set caregivers on a path toward success and stability.
April 19, 2023
*For National Cabinet Members Only | In-Person | Washington, D.C.
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is proud to announce our inaugural National Cabinet series, First to Know featuring MSNBC Host, and former White House Press Secretary, Jen Psaki. Psaki will participate in a lively discussion on the role of the media in politics, caregiving, and the state of the country. We are also excited to announce the discussion moderator, Michael Steel.
With her show set to launch this spring, Psaki adds a unique perspective from her first-hand experience at the highest levels of government. She is a principal voice in the network’s primetime coverage of major political events and as press secretary was lauded by the Associated Press as a communicator who “dug deep into policy, seeking an understanding that goes far beyond talking points”.
For information on becoming a National Cabinet member please contact Michaela Huelbig at Michaela@elizabethdolefoundation.org.
May 11, 2023
Capital Hilton | In-Person | Washington, D.C.
Join the Elizabeth Dole Foundation for our first-ever Hidden Helpers Summit. The Summit aims to unite leaders, caregivers, and hidden helpers – the children, youth, and young adults (up to age 18) who are impacted or involved in the mental, emotional, or physical care of a wounded, ill, or aging service member or veteran – to better understand the unique challenges they face, and enhance the support services available to them.
If you’d like to find out more or become a member of the Hidden Heroes Coalition, please contact Madison Moore at Madison@elizabethdolefoundation.org
May 19th, 2023
Virtual C3 Is your Financial House in Order
Many veteran caregiving families live on fixed incomes. It can be difficult to map out a steady budget while creating a financial legacy for loved ones. The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is proud to partner with Prudential Pathways for an empowering #C3 episode where we will cover debt management, protection of assets, and retirement preparation.
Link to Recording: https://youtu.be/uiXbe7W1UJQ
June 8, 2023
National Cabinet Event – Embassy of Qatar
Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s National Cabinet presents, An Evening with Sheikh Meshal bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar’s Ambassador to the United States. It’s our honor to join with the Embassy of the State of Qatar in the United States to celebrate military and veteran families.
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is the preeminent organization responding to the immediate and long-term needs of our nation’s military caregivers and their families. We deliver critical financial and mental wellness support, reduce isolation by catalyzing community connections, spur innovation through first-of-its-kind research, and drive system change to impact millions of military and veteran families living with the wounds and illnesses of war.
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s National Cabinet is a collection of change-makers with the experience, talent, and determination to solve our nation’s challenges. Our Members have a deep sense of appreciation for our nation and feel a sense of duty and commitment to support our wounded and ill veterans, their caregivers, and their families.
For information on becoming a National Cabinet member please contact Michaela at Michaela@elizabethdolefoundation.org
June 23rd, 2023
Hidden Helpers Family Fun Day at Patuxent Research Refuge
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation and the National Park Trust are pleased to invite you and your family to enjoy a day at Patuxent Research Refuge. Exclusive activities will include a nature walk, indoor archery, lunch and a butterfly release. All activities and spaces are handicap accessible.
For information on how to participate in future Hidden Helpers events please contact Madison at Madison@elizabethdolefoundation.org
July 17th, 2023
All Staff Service Day
The Elizabeth Dole Staff and Fellows look forward to honoring the legacy of Bob and Elizabeth Dole with a dedicated day of service for the community.
To find out more, or participate in the Elizabeth Dole Foundation Day of Service, please contact Molly Lurensky at Mlurensky@elizabethdolefoundation.org
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