Where I’m From: A Poem by a Military Child

Gabriel L., age 11, shares a poem describing the many layers to life as military kid - including living abroad and moving frequently - as part of our 2025 USO Military Kids Creative Showcase.

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Aug 28, 2024
Paralympic Medalist and Former Navy SEAL Dan Cnossen Joins USO Tour Across Alaska, Boosting Spirits Along the Way

In a full-circle moment for this former U.S. Navy SEAL, Paralympic medalist Dan Cnossen recently joined forces with Olympic snowboarders Red Gerard and Hailey Langland on a USO Entertainment tour, where they visited service members and military families in Alaska.
Aug 26, 2024
How Penny the Labrador Retriever and 2023 USO Canine Volunteer of the Year Supports Service Members in Germany

Meet Penny: the 2023 USO Canine Volunteer of the Year. As a certified therapy dog, Penny visits the USO Warrior Center in Landstuhl, Germany, providing support and stress relief to service members recuperating at the nearby military medical center.
Aug 22, 2024
From Germany to Nevada, the USO Reading Program Brings Military Families Together Through Storytelling

The USO Reading Program has been bridging the gap between military families and deployed service members for decades. Recently, the Allen and Bishop families were able to connect with their service members through utilizing the program in a unique way with "reverse readings."

Where I’m From: A Poem by a Military Child

Paralympic Medalist and Former Navy SEAL Dan Cnossen Joins USO Tour Across Alaska, Boosting Spirits Along the Way

How Penny the Labrador Retriever and 2023 USO Canine Volunteer of the Year Supports Service Members in Germany

From Germany to Nevada, the USO Reading Program Brings Military Families Together Through Storytelling

A Military Kid Shares His Thoughts on His Family’s Next Move and Military Life

Service Members Compete, Win and Connect in the 2024 USO Commanders Cup with Rocket League

Military Children in the Southeast Receive a Back-to-School Boost from the USO

On the Border of North Korea: How the USO is Supporting U.S. Service Members Deployed at Camp Casey, South Korea

We’re with the Garfield Family: How Two Commanders in the U.S. Navy with Three Kids Navigate Military Life

We Go Where They Go: A Look at How 5 USO Centers Around the Globe Are Supporting Service Members Today

Meet Brian Rider: A Veteran Air National Guard Reservist Who Brings Inspiration to the USO and Partner Harris Teeter

How Military Communities Like Fort Johnson Can Find Support with the USO Transition Program

Where in the World Are Our USO Ship Centers and How Do They Support Deployed Service Members?

An Army Veteran Who Has Lived a Life of Service is Recognized at USO Fort Cavazos

A U.S. Airman Shares How He Serves With Pride

19 Stories of Black U.S. Military History to Celebrate Juneteenth

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