BRAVE for Veterans, Inc.
Business Resources for American Veteran Enterprise
Vision
BRAVE for Veterans, Inc. is a fiscally sponsored non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to the financial well-being of transitioning military service members, and their families. We are thought leaders with a shared goal of ensuring the foundation for a great quality of life for Veterans, as they enter back into the American civilian workforce and society.
BRAVE is committed to helping Veterans achieve the security, health, and happiness they deserve. We fulfill this commitment by conducting research and outreach that influence not only public awareness but also federal and state legislation. BRAVE generates donations and funding, enabling their "Bravites" (research interns and volunteer teams) to persist in developing tools that support career development, employer recognition, and philanthropy within the Veteran community.
Mission
BRAVE’s mission is to support transitioning service members, veterans, and their families through thought leadership, academic research, advocacy, and legislative achievement.
Friends of the BRAVE
BRAVE is achieving its mission with the assistance of volunteers and donors, whom we gratefully call “Friends of the BRAVE”. They consist of professionals and colleagues within our Veteran Ecosystem and student interns (aka “Bravites”).
Become a Friend of the BRAVE today!
Current Initiatives
Research that would enable a longer view of Massachusetts Veterans’ needs.
Inaugurate annual formal recognition for employers of Veterans in eastern Massachusetts.
Review affordable housing policies for Veterans in Massachusetts, including home equity preservation.
Develop creative and innovative program designs aimed at ensuring quality of life for Veterans and their families.
BRAVITE Internship Program
Currently, Bravites are using their skills to tackle the following research projects:
Labor economics for transitioning and transitioned American military service members and Veterans.
Public policy considerations for American military Veterans in trends research, affordable housing, education, employers and aging needs.
Grassroots business development for transitioning service member workforce needs and entrepreneurship.
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“BRAVE doesn’t just talk about helping Veterans, they just do it.”
“Powerful! ... I can’t think of a better cause. I have to contribute to this right away!”
“As a Vietnam War era veteran - thank you, BRAVE, for helping my American Dream come true with my daughter’s acceptance to law school by working as a student intern in your veterans’ program.”
“BRAVE knows what Veterans need before Veterans know they need it!”
“I’m certain (BRAVE) will be transformative for veterans and active-duty folks transitioning out of the military.”