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NGS Insider: April 2025 Edition
Month of the Military Child: this edition features a $250,000 Gary Sinise Foundation grant and the Prescott family's four Scholars.
April is Month of the Military Child, and this edition of the NGS Insider honors the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of the young people we serve. From powerful family stories to new opportunities for impact, this issue highlights the people and partners investing in their futures.
Gary Sinise Foundation Awards $250,000 Grant – A continued commitment to empowering NGS Scholars through education and mentorship.
Family Spotlight: The Prescotts – Honoring four NGS Scholars whose journey exemplifies the courage of military children.
Sponsor BootCamp 2025 – Support our transformative, college-prep experience for incoming Scholars and their families.
Become a Monthly Donor – Join our community investing in long-term success for the children of our nation's Heroes.
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Rudy's launches its 2026 Camo "Cup for a Cause" on May 1, donating proceeds throughout May to military charities including No Greater Sacrifice.
Back to school: NGS Scholars are pursuing degrees at 350+ colleges and universities nationwide this fall, with spotlights on Lily Lofgren and Clayton Hickman.
A look ahead to the 2026 BootCamp and the June 26 Freedom Reception honoring Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund, plus graduate spotlights on Aiden Vital and Isabella Ravella.
Retired Special Operations Master Sgt. Jim Hanson blogs from the 2011 NGS Freedom Award Dinner honoring SSG Joe Kapacziewski and Gen. Ray Odierno.
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