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The USO is the leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the well-being of the people serving in America’s military and their families. Since 1941, the USO has been by the side of service members throughout their military service. Impactful support is provided through our 250+ locations around the world, a robust care package delivery program, global entertainment, military spouse and youth programming, and much more, all made possible by donors, corporate partners, volunteers and staff.
Press Releases
2024
November 1, 2024
October 30, 2024
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to Outfit and Support USO Centers on U.S. Naval Aircraft Carriers
September 16, 2024
Navy Federal Makes $9 Million Commitment to the USO
August 19, 2024
July 19, 2024
Significant Donation Helped USO Expand Its Impact in Europe
May 30, 2024
Miss America to Collaborate with the USO in Support of Service Members and Their Families
May 29, 2024
May 28, 2024
USO’s Renovation of Fort Drum Center Means Enhanced Support for 10th Mountain Division Soldiers
May 21, 2024
Bicoastal USO Fleet Week Activities Connect Service Members and Civilians
April 1, 2024
March 7, 2024
USO brings Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on tour to U.S. service members and their families in Korea
February 5, 2024
USO Announces Actress Vanessa Lachey as a Global Ambassador
January 25, 2024
2023
August 15, 2023
June 8, 2023
USO Opens First-Ever Ship-Based Center Aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77)
May 24, 2023
Bicoastal USO Fleet Week Activities Connect Service Members and Civilians
May 18, 2023
USO Fleet Week Event Empowers Women in the Marines, Navy, and Coast Guard
April 17, 2023
Media Coverage
2024
FOX 13 Tampa Bay, November 9
Billboard, November 4
The War and Treaty on Becoming the Latest Act to Embrace the USO’s Long-Standing Mission
Comcast Newsmakers, October 31
Strength in Service: Boosting the Morale of the Military Community with Christopher Plamp of the USO
Stars and Stripes, October 8
‘SEAL Team’ actor immerses himself into the military community with USO tour to Marine Corps Museum
Business Insider, September 21
Extreme makeover, US Navy edition: See the new apartment-like digs on US aircraft carriers
Live with Kelly and Mark, September 16
Wilmer Valderrama Talks About His Personal Connection to the USO
The Julie Mason Show, Sirius XM, September 16
Dr. J.D. Crouch II on the Recent USO Experience on Capitol Hill
Military.com, September 4
Win Super Bowl Tickets Through the USO’s Annual Madden NFL Tournament
Stars and Stripes, August 26
USO commemorates ‘American Icon’ Toby Keith in NBC concert tribute
Broadway World, August 22
COME FROM AWAY National Tour Performs at U.S. Military Installations
Department of Defense News, August 21
As Need for Comfort Dogs Grows, So Does USO’s Canine Program
Bloomberg Businessweek Podcast, August 16
USO CEO JD Crouch discusses the organization’s vision, programs and impact (starts at 17:35 mark)
Yahoo Sports, August 8
USO hosting Commanders Cup Gaming Tournament at Eglin Air Force Base
The Hollywood Reporter, July 11
Wilmer Valderrama on New Activewear Line E.P.U and Work With USO: “I’m Just So Proud”
KPBS (PBS/NPR, San Diego), July 9
USO Center opens on San Diego carrier Abraham Lincoln ahead of deployment
Executive Health & Life podcast, July 4
Inspiring Leadership and Public Service with Dr. J.D. Crouch II, CEO of the USO
People, June 20
Inside Bikeriders Stars Austin Butler, Norman Reedus and Jodie Comer’s USO Army Base Trip
GMA3 (Good Morning America/ABC News), May 30
Celebrating Military Appreciation Month
DOD News (U.S. Department of Defense), May 15
USO’s Military Virtual Programming Expands in Popularity, Depth
Military Times, April 29
What you need to know about transitioning out of the military
Virginian-Pilot (Hampton Roads, VA), April 25
Sports Illustrated, All Cardinals FN, April 10
Two Cardinals Participate in NFL-USO Tour
Stars and Stripes, April 9
‘Commitment to protecting and serving’: USO honors Service Members of the Year
Psychology Today, April 8
Navigating Life’s Crossroads: Insights from the USO Transition Program
Washington Life Magazine, April 2024
My Washington: Dr. JD Crouch II, CEO and President, USO
KOMO (ABC Seattle), February 29
‘They’re a godsend’: USO provides respite for U.S. troops in transition at Sea-Tac Airport
Mission: Milspouse, February 13
Milspouse Support: The USO’s Got You!
Stars and Stripes, February 6
USO shows its stuff with variety of displays in halls of Congress
WRBL (CBS Columbus, GA), February 1
New USO Center opens at Fort Moore for military members and families
People, January 11
Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon podcast, January 9
Wilmer Valderrama & United Service Organizations
2023
Fox News Live, December 24, 2023
Task & Purpose, November 23, 2023
These 2023 USO troops of the year saved injured civilians with tourniquets
Stars and Stripes, November 9, 2023
8 finalists from across US military compete, connect through USO’s Madden tournament
Washington Post, November 8, 2023
This 150-pound Great Dane was just given ‘hero dog’ status
Good Morning America, November 6, 2023
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