NGS Story 2026
Honor Their Future.
Filmed at NGS BootCamp in June 2026: NGS families and NGS Board Directors, together as Scholars begin the road to a debt-free degree.
Since 2008, NGS has stood with the families of the fallen and wounded.
A Scholar. A mentor. A debt-free degree.
We calculate exactly what's left after every other source of aid and fund it — from enrollment to graduation — so no Scholar carries debt because of a parent's sacrifice. Then we pair every Scholar with a dedicated mentor until the diploma is in their hands.
Music Technology
Temple University · Class of 2020
Ryan Phongphachone graduated in May 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Music Technology from Temple University and is pursuing a career as an audio engineer and musician.
Accounting
Middle Tennessee State University
Garrhett earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a minor in Business Law from Middle Tennessee State University. His experience gained through tax internships with local firms has inspired him to pursue a career as a Certified Public Accountant.
Psychology
Lake Superior State University
My goal was to never need a student loan, and this scholarship helped me meet that goal.
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Mitchell Technical College
I am extremely grateful for NGS's commitment to my education and being able to come out of college debt-free. It's not just the financial aspect, but also the mentorship and relationship building that make the NGS scholarship.
Criminal Justice
Florida International University
Elisabeth Nylander is a senior at Florida International University. She is majoring in Criminal Justice and participating in the Honors College. After completing her undergraduate degree, she hopes to go to graduate school and pursue a career in the investigative side of law enforcement, whether that be investigation or forensics. Outside of class, she is an active student leader, holding the position of Chief of Staff at FIU Student Government Association, where she serves as a voice for students.
Physical Education
Southern Connecticut State University · Class of 2016
I will always be extremely grateful for NGS. No amount of thanks can truly express my gratitude. The organization, donors, and volunteers will forever hold a special place in my heart and in my life.
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Your child's future is our mission.
Lost a parent to service since 9/11, or living with severe service-connected disability? Your child may qualify.
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