VetREC (Veteran Research and Education Curation LLC)

🌟 Highlighting Veteran Voices in Research 🌟 At VetREC, we are passionate about ensuring veterans’ lived experiences shape the research that impacts their lives. The recently published article, “Experiences and Lessons Learned from a Patient-Engagement Service Established by a National Research Consortium in the U.S. Veterans Health Administration”, provides an excellent example of how meaningful veteran engagement can transform research processes and outcomes. The Pain/Opioid Consortium of Research developed a Veteran Engagement Panel (VE Panel) to bring veterans’ voices to the table—ensuring research is not just about veterans but truly with veterans. 🔑 Key Highlights: * Over 48 projects consulted over 3 years. * Veterans reported increased self-advocacy and a deeper understanding of VA research. * Researchers saw real-world improvements to study design, recruitment, and outcomes based on veteran feedback. This article is a powerful reminder that when veterans are valued as partners in research, outcomes are more relevant, impactful, and equitable. At VetREC, we work every day to bridge this gap—supporting organizations in creating meaningful veteran research engagement strategies. 📝 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gYihAiW5 Let’s continue to foster research WITH veterans, not just on veterans. If your organization is looking to improve veteran engagement in research, let’s connect! #VeteranEngagement #CommunityResearch #Veterans #VetREC #VeteranVoices #EquitableResearch U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs AGNES JENSEN Malloree Argust

Your data holds the key to securing funding and proving your success. VetREC’s Impact Reports turn complex metrics into clear, actionable narratives that resonate with funders and stakeholders. What our clients say: “VetREC’s analysis has enabled us to better understand the needs of the people we serve. Their work has been instrumental in our program development. When it comes to analyzing veterans’ unique needs, VetREC is the best!” – Alec Emmert, CEO, Service to School Why choose VetREC? ✅ Quantify program impact ✅ Tell your story with clarity and purpose ✅ Win funders’ trust and secure more support Reach out to Abbie and Jeni to schedule an appointment today at www.VetREC.us.

💰 Money Monday Opportunity for Veteran Organizations! 💰 The Infinite Hero Foundation is now offering grant opportunities to military service organizations dedicated to supporting veterans and their families with innovative programs for mental and physical recovery from service-related injuries. 🔑 Key Eligibility Criteria: 501(c)(3) public charity with a strong track record for credibility and fiscal responsibility Directly serve active duty military, veterans, and military families Focus areas: Physical Recovery Brain Health (TBI and PTS) Suicide Prevention Veteran Leadership Military Family Support Programs must offer cutting-edge treatments and be provided at no cost to military heroes Clear goals, objectives, and outcome evaluations required 📅 2025 Deadlines: Letters of Inquiry: January 1 - June 15 Invited Applications: Due by September 15 Review the guidelines to ensure your request is eligible, as some requests may not qualify. Take advantage of this opportunity to make a lasting impact! Learn more about eligibility and the application process on the Infinite Hero Foundation website:https://lnkd.in/gA5YmyFU #MoneyMonday #VeteranSupport #FundingOpportunities #InfiniteHero #MilitaryFamilySupport #BrainHealth #PhysicalRecovery

Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors is a life line for family members who have lost their service member. We know this time of year can be tough. If you are grieving the loss of a service member or veteran, you are not alone. Checkout this edition of T.A.P.S. magazine for articles that you may find helpful.

From Research ON Veterans to Research WITH Veterans: A Crucial Shift in Engagement For too long, research involving veterans has overlooked one critical element: the veteran’s voice. Veterans are more than participants—they are partners. A 2023 article, "Joining Forces With Veterans: Veterans’ and Researchers’ Perspectives on Veteran-Centered Engagement Practices," published in the Community Engagement and Scholarship by David Hibler, Cheryl Krause-Parello, Brian Gliba, James Morris, and C. Daniel Mullins, underscores what VetREC champions every day: research with veterans must honor their lived experiences, cultural nuances, and hard-earned trust. 🔑Key Takeaways for Transforming Veteran-Centered Research: 1. Understand Veterans’ Experiences with Research: ⭐️ Acknowledge the diversity of the veteran community—branch of service, roles, and unique experiences. ⭐️ Address lingering mistrust caused by historical misuse of research (e.g., coercion and lack of consent). ⭐️ Recognize military culture’s influence on participation, where “voluntary” can blur into “expected.” 2.) Build Veteran-Centered Research Teams: ⭐️ Trust and Respect: Success hinges on both practical reliability and emotional mutual respect. ⭐️Engage Veterans as Partners: Veterans on research teams bridge cultural gaps, improve recruitment, and ensure outcomes reflect their community’s needs. ⭐️ Encourage Authentic Participation: Veteran team members can communicate safeguards like confidentiality and voluntary consent, reducing fears around participation. Why Does This Matter? Veterans’ perspectives are essential to designing meaningful, actionable research. Without their voices, we miss the opportunity to co-create solutions that resonate and drive real change. Please take the time to read the full article, which was authored by a coalition of veterans and academic researchers. https://lnkd.in/gN-zGy6W

We know your non-profit is doing amazing things! Contact VetREC and find out how we can turn your numbers into a narrative donors want to hear.

💰 Money Monday Opportunity for Humanities Media Projects! 💰 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is accepting applications for its Media Projects program, which funds the development, production, and distribution of media projects that creatively bring humanities ideas to life for broad audiences. 🔑 Grant Levels: Development Grants: Up to $75,000 to support initial project planning and research Production Grants: Up to $700,000 for ready-to-produce projects with broad public impact Chair’s Special Awards: Up to $1,000,000 for large-scale projects with national reach 📚 Project Focus: All projects must be rooted in humanities scholarship—exploring areas like history, philosophy, literature, or art—and should encourage critical thinking and audience reflection on the significance of the subject matter. 📅 Deadline: January 8, 2025 🌎 Eligible Audiences: Projects may target specific groups (e.g., youth, teachers, veterans) but should aim to engage a wide and inclusive audience. Bring your humanities-inspired media ideas to life! Apply for NEH’s Media Projects grants to inspire audiences nationwide. https://lnkd.in/gaUvtBr  #MoneyMonday #NEHGrants #HumanitiesFunding #MediaProjects #PublicEngagement #FundingOpportunity

Did you know that the way media portrays veterans significantly influences their post-military career transitions? A fascinating new study by Michael Kirchner, Ph.D., published in the Journal of Veterans Studies, explores three predominant portrayals of veterans—assets, liabilities, and social responsibilities—and their implications for veterans navigating the civilian workforce. Using Media Effects Theory, Kirchner highlights how these stereotypes can shape both employer perceptions and veterans’ self-views, ultimately affecting career opportunities and societal integration. This type of research is critical for understanding and addressing the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. At VetREC, we believe that collaboration between researchers, veterans, and Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) is essential to creating meaningful change. We are excited to highlight organizations and studies like this one, which amplify veteran voices and challenge outdated stereotypes. We’d also like to congratulate Khadija Boyd, Ph.D. Boyd on becoming the new editor of the Journal of Veterans Studies! This journal has been an invaluable platform for advancing scholarship that directly impacts the veteran community, and we’re excited to see how Dr. Boyd will continue this tradition. At VetREC, we’re committed to helping VSOs and researchers connect, collaborate, and create sustainable solutions for veterans. By supporting research that not only identifies challenges but also drives systemic change, we’re helping to shift the narrative from stereotypes to empowerment. If your organization wants to make a greater impact in veteran research or better support veterans through data-driven strategies, let’s connect. Together, we can build a future where veterans’ stories and contributions are truly valued. #Veterans #CareerTransition #Research #VSOs #ThoughtLeadership #VetREC #JournalofVeteransStudies https://lnkd.in/gaP9QDZV

Unlock the power of your program with VetREC! Our tailored research, data visualization, and impact evaluation tools give you the insights you need to demonstrate real value, secure funding, and make a lasting difference for Veterans. Don’t let your program’s potential go unnoticed—partner with VetREC to amplify your impact.

💰 Money Monday Opportunity for Veteran Non-Profits! 💰 The VETERANS SUPPORT FOUNDATION (VSF) is committed to supporting Veteran-focused projects through grant funding. Non-profit organizations can apply for grants aimed at advancing scientific, charitable, and educational purposes that benefit Veterans and their families. 🔑 Key Highlights: VSF gives priority to matching fund projects. Who Can Apply? Non-profit organizations ONLY. Grant Application Window: Applications are accepted from October 1 to March 31 each year. Learn more and start your application here: https://vsf-usa.org/apply #MoneyMonday #VeteranSupport #NonProfitGrant #FundingOpportunities #VSF #VetREC