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20A Back-to-School Guide for Veterans</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Sep 3, 2021</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Image courtesy of Pexels When it comes to re-entering civilian life, many veterans aren’t sure how to jump start their post-military careers off on the best foot. If you’re wondering what your best course of action is, it might be worth going to college or going...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/back-to-school-guide-veterans/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-2932" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_4 post-2932 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/financial-planning-steps-young-vets/">Financial Planning Steps for Young Vets</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Apr 16, 2021</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Image courtesy of Unsplash Exiting the military and returning to life as a civilian is not without some challenges. If you are a younger veteran, however, one of the most stressful obstacles to getting settled as a civilian is figuring out your finances. To help...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/financial-planning-steps-young-vets/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-2339" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_5 post-2339 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/starting-a-new-business-resources-and-strategies-for-veterans/">Starting a New Business: Resources and Strategies for Veterans</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Nov 5, 2020</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Image courtesy of Pexels For many veterans, success after the military means starting their own business. Doing so can provide a sense of freedom and accomplishment. If you are considering this path for yourself, The Patriots Initiative is pleased to offer these...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/starting-a-new-business-resources-and-strategies-for-veterans/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1082" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_6 post-1082 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/how-to-say-thank-you-to-service-members-veterans-and-their-families/">How to Say &#8220;Thank You&#8221; to Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jun 20, 2019</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Image courtesy of Pixabay When it comes to opportunities to support military service members, veterans, and their families, it can seem like your hands are tied. After all, how do you give back to those who offer everything in service to our country? We’ve pooled...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/how-to-say-thank-you-to-service-members-veterans-and-their-families/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1080" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_7 post-1080 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/new-year-new-beginnings/">New Year, New Beginnings</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jan 29, 2019</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog The Patriots Initiative sends warm wishes to all for a great year ahead! With every new year comes a chance for new beginnings. At TPI, we strive to make every year a great year for our active duty military, veterans, and their families. TPI achieves this goal...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/new-year-new-beginnings/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1076" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_8 post-1076 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/making-a-list-and-checking-it-twice/">Making a List, and Checking It Twice</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Dec 13, 2018</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog It’s the season of giving! While you make lists, and check them twice, don’t forget to add some holiday cheer to someone else’s life. Not everyone can be home for the holidays, and many are missing loved one
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20ontinental Congress authorized enlistment of expert riflemen to serve the colonies for one year. Nearly forty percent of all enlisted military in the United...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/june-jubilee/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1049" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_15 post-1049 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/2018-military-appreciation-month/">2018 Military Appreciation Month!</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">May 16, 2018</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog May is Military Appreciation Month and all throughout the month, The Patriots Initiative encourages you to thank those who have served, or are currently serving, in the United States Armed Forces. The first week of May we celebrate Public Service Recognition Week...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/2018-military-appreciation-month/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1047" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_16 post-1047 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/joining-and-transitioning-military/">Joining and Transitioning Military</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Apr 16, 2018</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Both joining the military and transitioning out of the military come with challenges. When choosing to enlist, you are choosing to make sacrifices for your country that the average citizen does not make. In the United States, joining the Air Force, Army, Coast...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/joining-and-transitioning-military/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1043" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_17 post-1043 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/vietnam-veterans-day/">Vietnam Veterans Day</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Mar 16, 2018</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Last year, an act of Congress honoring Vietnam veterans was signed into law by President Trump. This law declares March 29th as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. The American flag is to be flown to commemorate the nearly 2.7 million U.S. servicemembers who...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/vietnam-veterans-day/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1041" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_18 post-1041 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/new-year-same-resolution/">New Year, Same Resolution</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jan 8, 2018</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! Here at TPI, we are always thriving to make a difference in the lives of our active duty military, veterans, and their families. Last year, thanks to donors like you, THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/new-year-same-resolution/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1037" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_19 post-1037 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-patriots-initiative-provisionally-accredits-two-additional-nonprofits/">THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE provisionally accredits two additional nonprofits</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Dec 22, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Patriots and Paws (specifically the &quot;Provisions for Patriots Program&quot;) and the Green Beret Foundation have been provisionally accredited to be included as one of the finest nonprofit organizations that improve the lives and wellbeing of our nation&#39;s...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-patriots-initiative-provisionally-accredits-two-additional-nonprofits/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1036" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_20 post-1036 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/national-anthem-at-the-armynavy-game/">National Anthem at the Army-Navy Game</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Dec 15, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Honoring America&#39;s All-Volunteer Armed Forces, standing watch at home and abroad. This year&#39;s Army-Navy Game 2017 National Anthem. Donate Volunteer Latest Updates</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/national-anthem-at-the-armynavy-game/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1032" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_21 post-1032 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-holiday-season-a-time-for-giving/">The Holiday Season &#8211; A Time for Giving</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Dec 7, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>
20Blog The holiday season has finally arrived! For many it is a time of celebration; a time for giving and receiving. While you are doing your holiday shopping this season, THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE wants to remind you of our troops overseas. Whether you personally know...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-holiday-season-a-time-for-giving/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1029" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_22 post-1029 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/veterans-day-honoring-all-veterans-today-and-every-day/">Veterans Day – Honoring All Veterans Today and Every Day</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Nov 10, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Every November 11th we honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, whether it be in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, National Guard, or Coast Guard. This Veterans Day, The Patriots Initiative would like to thank all those, past and...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/veterans-day-honoring-all-veterans-today-and-every-day/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1026" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_23 post-1026 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/grand-canyon-rim-to-rim-conquered/">Grand Canyon Rim to Rim – CONQUERED</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Oct 4, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog TPI Team Young Guns when they arrived at the Grand Canyon North Rim!L to R: Jason Sabaugh, Connor Barrett, Greg Hillgren, Grant Warner, Andy Morrow, Ryan Clive-SmithJust shy of hiking for 14 straight hours...THEY DID IT!!!! TPI Team Young Guns - Greg Hillgren,...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/grand-canyon-rim-to-rim-conquered/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1024" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_24 post-1024 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/hot-temperatures-training-for-the-extreme/">HOT TEMPERATURES – TRAINING FOR THE EXTREME!</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Sep 22, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Team Young Guns has been very busy stepping up their training, going on numerous training hikes over the past two weeks in order to be fully prepared for THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE’s Grand Canyon ‘Rim to Rim’ (R2R) Challenge Hike benefiting TPI’s Wounded and Fallen...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/hot-temperatures-training-for-the-extreme/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1021" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_25 post-1021 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/two-nonprofit-organizations-accredited-for-tpis-directory/">Two Nonprofit Organizations Accredited for TPI’s DIRECTORY</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Sep 15, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE is pleased to announce that it has recognized zero8hundred and K9s For Warriors to be added to the TPI Directory as two highly exceptional nonprofit organizations that improve the lives and well-being of our nation’s military service...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/two-nonprofit-organizations-accredited-for-tpis-directory/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1019" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_26 post-1019 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/tpi-young-guns-training-hike-at-lake-arrowhead-ca/">TPI Young Guns Training Hike at Lake Arrowhead, CA</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Sep 1, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Earlier this month, four members of Team Young Guns – Connor Barrett, Grant Warner, Ryan Clive-Smith, and Gregory Hillgren – went on a training hike at Lake Arrowhead, CA. Lake Arrowhead is just shy of a mile high in elevation at 5,174 feet. To train for the...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/tpi-young-guns-training-hike-at-lake-arrowhead-ca/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1016" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_27 post-1016 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/25mile-challenge-hike-to-support-americas-troops/">25-Mile Challenge Hike to Support America&#8217;s Troops</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Aug 15, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog The Patriots Initiative’s &quot;Young Guns&quot; will be participating in a Grand Canyon &#39;Rim to Rim&#39; (R2R) Challenge Hike to Support America&#39;s Wounded and Fallen Warriors, and Warriors in Transition. The dontations made to this campaign will greatly...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/25mile-challenge-hike-to-support-americas-troops/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1009" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_28 post-1009 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/military-holidays-in-august/">Military Holidays in August</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Aug 14, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog There are many days in August dedicated to celebrating different branches of the U.S. Military. We&#39;re delighted to highlight days of recognition of our warriors and veterans, such as, National Coast Guard Day, Purple Heart Day, National Airborne Day, and...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/military-holidays-in-august/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1006" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_29 post-1006 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/how-to-support-veterans-in-transition-our-military-warriors/">How to Support Veterans in Transition &#8211; Our Military Warriors</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jul 25, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Supporting Military Warriors&#39; Employment Endeavors Thousands of veterans transition out of the military every year. Adapting to life outside of the military can be difficult for current service members and veterans. TPI is committed to providing the highest...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/how-to-support-veterans-in-transition-our-military-warriors/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-1001" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_30 post-1001 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-origins-of-independence-day/">The Origins of Independence Day</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jul 7, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE would like to wish you a&nbsp;Happy Independence Day! Starting back in 1776 with the signing of the Declaration of Independence, until today, freedom has never been free. We honor all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice defending...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-origins-of-independence-day/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-993" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_31 post-993 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/june-jamboree-a-month-full-of-reasons-to-recognize-military-service-men-and-women/">JUNE JAMBOREE! A MONTH FULL OF REASONS TO RECOGNIZE MILITARY SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jun 22, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog There are many reasons to recognize military service men and women in June: From June 11-17, we celebrated National Flag Week with National Flag Day on June 14th; Father’s Day was on June 18th;
20 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary has its birthday on June...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/june-jamboree-a-month-full-of-reasons-to-recognize-military-service-men-and-women/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-987" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_32 post-987 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-four-donation-funds-of-the-patriots-initiative-tpi/">The Four Donation Funds of THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE (TPI)</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jun 15, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Military Member &amp; Veteran Donation Resources THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE (TPI) is focused on leading efforts to deliver impactful resources to nonprofit service providers who support our nation’s military and their families. One way TPI does this is by...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-four-donation-funds-of-the-patriots-initiative-tpi/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-981" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_33 post-981 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/military-appreciation-month/">Military Appreciation Month</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">May 19, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog May has been designated as Military Appreciation Month. Let’s remember that every day, we owe our nation’s security and freedom to the members of our Armed Forces, their family members, and loved ones who provide support and share in their sacrifice. Here, we’d...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/military-appreciation-month/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-975" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_34 post-975 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/military-families-military-spouses-mvps-in-the-month-of-may/">Military Families &#038; Military Spouses &#8211; MVPs in the Month of May</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">May 6, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog On May 12, 2017, we'd like to celebrate our military spouses for their never-ending support and innumerable sacrifices. THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE (TPI) encourages you to make a difference by supporting the efforts of two outstanding DIRECTORY organizations. To show...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/military-families-military-spouses-mvps-in-the-month-of-may/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-971" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_35 post-971 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/two-organizations-receive-provisional-accreditation-for-tpis-directory/">Two Organizations Receive Provisional Accreditation for TPI’s DIRECTORY</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Apr 21, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE is pleased to announce that it has provisionally recognized CreatiVets and the San Diego Financial Literacy Center (specifically the “Boost For Our Heroes” program) to be included as one of the finest nonprofit organizations that improve...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/two-organizations-receive-provisional-accreditation-for-tpis-directory/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-970" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_36 post-970 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/month-of-the-military-child/">Month of the Military Child</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Apr 1, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog April is the Month of the Military Child! This month, take the opportunity to recognize military children and youth for their heroism, character, courage, sacrifices, and continued resilience. The Patriots Initiative’s Directory represents a comprehensive list of...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/month-of-the-military-child/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-969" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_37 post-969 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/march-is-tbi-awareness-month/">March is TBI Awareness Month</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Mar 8, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) has been called the signature wound for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans. While the wound is VERY real, it can't be seen and goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed too often. Causing headaches, memory loss, sleeplessness, angry outbursts,...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/march-is-tbi-awareness-month/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-966" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_38 post-966 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/two-military-charities-approved-added-to-the-tpi-directory/">Two Military Charities Approved &#038; Added to the TPI Directory</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jan 10, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog THE PATRIOTS INITIATIVE is proud to recognize Paws’itive Teams (specifically the “Emotional Support Dogs for Veterans” and “Service Dogs for Veterans” programs) and Working Wardrobes for a New Start as two of the nation’s finest nonprofit organizations working to...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/two-military-charities-approved-added-to-the-tpi-directory/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-925" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_39 post-925 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/tpi-directory-update-two-military-organizations-join-forces/">TPI Directory Update: Two Military Organizations Join Forces</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Nov 1, 2016</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog The Patriots Initiative would like to inform the donor public that Integra Center is modifying its name to Integra Center at VANC, becoming a program of the Veterans Association of North County (VANC). VANC will take up Integra Center’s mission of providing a...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/tpi-directory-update-two-military-organizations-join-forces/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-907" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_40 post-907 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/marcus-luttrell-navy-seal-speech-at-rep-convention/">Marcus Luttrell Navy Seal Speech at Rep Convention</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jul 19, 2016</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog Last night, Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell spoke—and went off script—at the Republican National Convention. He stunned the crowd of thousands with his candor, strength, and urgent message: we must love this country more than we love ourselves. Marcus didn’t sugarcoat...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/marcus-luttrell-navy-seal-speech-at-rep-convention/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-898" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_41 post-898 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/july-4th-is-a-time-to-celebrate-americas-independence/">July 4th is a time to celebrate America&#8217;s independence.</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jul 4, 2016</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog July 4th is a time to celebrate America's independence. We honor the men and women of our military who answer the call and will continue to work hard improve the quality of life for active duty and veteran military families. Donate Volunteer Latest...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/july-4th-is-a-time-to-celebrate-americas-independence/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-893" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_42 post-893 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/we-wish-you-and-your-family-a-wonderful-and-safe-independence-day/">We wish you and your family a wonderful and safe Independence Day!</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Jul 1, 2016</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog As we celebrate America's 240th year of independence, we hope that the concepts of independence and freedom that we, as Americans, get to live out and celebrate every day will one day be experienced by all throughout the world. We would like to take a moment to...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/we-wish-you-and-your-family-a-wonderful-and-safe-independence-day/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-871" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_43 post-871 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-uso-has-been-reviewed-by-the-patriots-initiative-and-has-been-listed-on-our-tpi-directory/">The USO has been reviewed by The Patriots Initiative and has been listed on our TPI Directory</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Feb 25, 2016</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog The USO has been reviewed by The Patriots Initiative and has been listed on our TPI Directory. For over 70 years they have played a significant role in assisting our service members while abroad and here at home. This week the Marine Corps Trials will begin at...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/the-uso-has-been-reviewed-by-the-patriots-initiative-and-has-been-listed-on-our-tpi-directory/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-867" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_44 post-867 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/announcement-job-fair-for-veterans-oct-27th/">Announcement: Job Fair for Veterans Oct. 27th!</a></h2><p class="post-meta"><span class="published">Oct 27, 2015</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Blog TPI identifies what we consider to be an excellent opportunity for transitioning warriors to find employment opportunities within the private sector. We want to provide warriors with information and the opportunity to connect with The Open Heart for Purple Hearts...</p></div><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/announcement-job-fair-for-veterans-oct-27th/" class="more-link">read more</a></div></article><article id="post-866" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_no_thumb et_pb_blog_item_0_45 post-866 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-blog"><h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.thepatriotsinitiative.org/blog/even-in-the-darkest-of-times-america-stands-strong-thanks-to-the-men-and-women-who-sacrificed-for-the-livelihood-of-our-great-nation/">Even in the darkest of times, America stands strong thanks to the men and women who s
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213			$('.et-social-pinterest a.icon span').text('Pinterest');
214			$('.et-social-linkedin a.icon span').text('LinkedIn');
215			$('.et-social-tumblr a.icon span').text('Tumblr');
216            $('.et-social-instagram a.icon span').text('Instagram');
217			$('.et-social-skype a.icon span').text('Skype');
218			$('.et-social-flikr a.icon span').text('Flickr');
219			$('.et-social-myspace a.icon span').text('Myspace');
220			$('.et-social-dribbble a.icon span').text('Dribble');
221			$('.et-social-youtube a.icon span').text('YouTube');
222			$('.et-social-vimeo a.icon span').text('Vimeo');
223			$('.et-social-rss a.icon span').text('RSS');
224
225		});</script>
225 
225<script type="text/javascript">jQuery(document).ready(function($) {
226
227			/**
228			 * Add role="tabList".
229			 *
230			 * @divi-module  Tab
231			 */
232			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls').each(function () {
233				$(this).attr('role', 'tabList');
234			});
235
236			/**
237			 * Add role="presentation".
238			 *
239			 * @divi-module  Tab
240			 */
241			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls li').each(function () {
242				$(this).attr('role', 'presentation');
243			});
244
245			/**
246			 * Add role="tab".
247			 *
248			 * @divi-module  Tab
249			 */
250			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls a').each(function () {
251				$(this).attr('role', 'tab');
252			});
253
254			/**
255			 * Add role="tabpanel".
256			 *
257			 * @divi-module  Tab
258			 */
259			$('.et_pb_tab').each(function () {
260				$(this).attr('role', 'tabpanel');
261			});
262
263			/**
264			 * Add initial state:
265			 *
266			 * aria-selected="false"
267			 * aria-expanded="false"
268			 * tabindex=-1
269			 *
270			 * @divi-module  Tab
271			 */
272			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls li:not(.et_pb_tab_active) a').each(function () {
273				$(this).attr({
274					'aria-selected': 'false',
275					'aria-expanded': 'false',
276					tabindex: -1
277				});
278			});
279
280			/**
281			* Add initial state:
282			*
283			* aria-selected="true"
284			* aria-expanded="true"
285			* tabindex=-1
286			*
287			* @divi-module  Tab
288			 */
289			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls li.et_pb_tab_active a').each(function () {
290				$(this).attr({
291					'aria-selected': 'true',
292					'aria-expanded': 'true',
293					tabindex: 0
294				});
295			});
296
297			/**
298			 * Add unique ID to tab controls.
299			 * Add aria-controls="x".
300			 *
301			 * @divi-module  Tab
302			 */
303			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls a').each(function (e) {
304				$(this).attr({
305					id: 'et_pb_tab_control_' + e,
306					'aria-controls': 'et_pb_tab_panel_' + e
307				});
308			});
309
310			/**
311			 * Add unique ID to tab panels.
312			 * Add aria-labelledby="x".
313			 *
314			 * @divi-module  Tab
315			 */
316			$('.et_pb_tab').each(function (e) {
317				$(this).attr({
318					id: 'et_pb_tab_panel_' + e,
319					'aria-labelledby': 'et_pb_tab_control_' + e
320				});
321			});
322
323			/**
324			 * Set initial inactive tab panels to aria-hidden="false".
325			 *
326			 * @divi-module  Tab
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328			$('.et_pb_tab.et_pb_active_content').each(function () {
329				$(this).attr('aria-hidden', 'false');
330			});
331
332			/**
333			 * Set initial inactive tab panels to aria-hidden="true".
334			 *
335			 * @divi-module  Tab
336			 */
337			$('.et_pb_tab:not(.et_pb_active_content)').each(function () {
338				$(this).attr('aria-hidden', 'true');
339			});
340
341			/**
342			 * Add unique ID to tab module.
343			 * Need to use data attribute because a regular ID somehow interferes with Divi.
344			 *
345			 * @divi-module  Tab
346			 */
347			$('.et_pb_tabs').each(function (e) {
348				$(this).attr('data-da11y-id', 'et_pb_tab_module_' + e);
349			});
350
351			/**
352			 * Update aria-selected attribute when tab is clicked or when hitting enter while focused.
353			 *
354			 * @divi-module  Tab
355			 */
356			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls a').on('click', function () {
357				const id = $(this).attr('id');
358				const namespace = $(this).closest('.et_pb_tabs').attr('data-da11y-id'); // Used as a selector to scope changes to current module.
359				// Reset all tab controls to be aria-selected="false" & aria-expanded="false".
360				$('[data-da11y-id="' + namespace + '"] .et_pb_tabs_controls a').attr({
361					'aria-selected': 'false',
362					'aria-expanded': 'false',
363					tabindex: -1
364				});
365				// Make active tab control aria-selected="true" & aria-expanded="true".
366				$(this).attr({
367					'aria-selected': 'true',
368					'aria-expanded': 'true',
369					tabindex: 0
370				});
371				// Reset all tabs to be aria-hidden="true".
372				$('#' + namespace + ' .et_pb_tab').attr('aria-hidden', 'true');
373				// Label active tab panel as aria-hidden="false".
374				$('[aria-labelledby="' + id + '"]').attr('aria-hidden', 'false');
375			});
376
377			// Arrow navigation for tab modules
378			$('.et_pb_tabs_controls a').keyup(function (e) {
379				const namespace = $(this).closest('.et_pb_tabs').attr('data-da11y-id');
380				const module = $('[data-da11y-id="' + namespace + '"]');
381				if (e.which === 39) { // Right.
382					const next = module.find('li.et_pb_tab_active').next();
383					if (next.length > 0) {
384						next.find('a').trigger('click');
385					} else {
386						module.find('li:first a').trigger('click');
387					}
388				} else if (e.which === 37) { // Left.
389					const next = module.find('li.et_pb_tab_active').prev();
390					if (next.length > 0) {
391						next.find('a').trigger('click');
392					} else {
393						module.find('li:last a').trigger('click');
394					}
395				}
396				$('.et_pb_tabs_controls a').removeClass('keyboard-outline');
397				module.find('li.et_pb_tab_active a').addClass('keyboard-outline');
398			});
399
400			/**
401			 * Add unique ID to search module.
402			 * Need to use data attribute because a regular ID somehow interferes with Divi.
403			 *
404			 * @divi-module  Search
405			 */
406			$('.et_pb_search').each(function (e) {
407				$(this).attr('data-da11y-id', 'et_pb_search_module_' + e);
408			});
409
410			/**
411			 * Add aria-required="true" to inputs.
412			 *
413			 * @divi-module  Contact Form
414			 */
415			$('[data-required_mark="required"]').each(function () {
416				$(this).attr('aria-required', 'true');
417			});
418
419			/**
420			 * Hide hidden error field on contact form.
421			 *
422			 * @divi-module  Contact Form
423			 */
424			$('.et_pb_contactform_validate_field').attr('type', 'hidden');
425
426			/**
427			 * Add alert role to error or success contact form message
428			 *
429			 * @divi-module  Contact Form
430			 */
431			$('.et-pb-contact-message').attr('role', 'alert');
432
433			/**
434			* Add main role to main-content
435			*/
436			$('#main-content').attr('role', 'main');
437
438			/**
439			 * Add aria-label="x".
440			 *
441			 * @divi-module  Fullwidth header, comment-wrap
442			 */
443			$('.et_pb_fullwidth_header').each(function (e) {
444				$(this).attr('aria-label', 'Wide Header' + e);
445			});
446			$('#comment-wrap').attr('aria-label', 'Comments');
447
448		});</script>
448 
448<script type="text/javascript">jQuery(document).ready(function($) {
449
450			/**
451			 * Add aria-hidden="true" to all icons
452			 */
453			$('#et_top_search, .et_close_search_field, .et_pb_main_blurb_image').attr('aria-hidden', 'true');
454
455		});</script>
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470<script id="divi-custom-script-js-extra">var DIVI = {"item_count":"%d Item","items_count":"%d Items"};
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