• Home
  • Press Releases
  • PSA’s
  • Blog
  • Vet Tix Magazine
  • Press Contact
VetTix / 1stTix press-room
Media and Press for the Veterans Ticket Foundation
  • Home
  • Press Releases
  • PSA’s
  • Blog
  • Vet Tix Magazine
  • Press Contact
Home  /  Press Releases  /  Vet Tix and Blue Star Families Announce Partnership to Increase Support for Military Families
23 February 2017

Vet Tix and Blue Star Families Announce Partnership to Increase Support for Military Families

Press Releases

PHOENIX, AZ – Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) and Blue Star Families (BSF) today joined forces in a strategic partnership that will help strengthen both organizations’ programs and directly benefit military families.

Vet Tix provides veterans, service members, caregivers and family of those killed in action with free tickets to major sports games, concerts, and a diverse mix of other ticketed events, supporting community reintegration and personal health and happiness. Blue Star Families understands the unique challenges that military families face and provides an array of programs that strengthen family bonds. This partnership will help expose more military families to the programs and services offered by both national nonprofits.

“This is a meaningful partnership between two organizations whose mission it is to bridge that military-civilian divide. According to our annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey, the clear majority of military family members feel that the public does not understand or appreciate the sacrifices they make,” said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families. “We are excited to partner with Vet Tix to support even more military families across the country.”

Since 2008, Vet Tix has given out more than 2.6 million free tickets through its Tickets For Troops program, charging only a minimal service fee to cover processing and delivery costs. Today, there are more than 500,000 Vet Tixers.

Through career development, caregiving and leading research on military family life, Blue Star Families strives to better understand and provide solutions to the challenges facing today’s military families. BSF has more than 150,000 members and over 35 communities and chapters around the world. Each year, BSF’s programs and services reach more than 1.5 million military families. BSF has a wide range of programs for military families, including Blue Star Museums. This program gives free admission to more than 2,000 museums across the country, helping military families reconnect and create special memories in a community setting.

“At Vet Tix, we strengthen military families through community engagement. This is at the core of our mission, and our partnership with Blue Star Families will allow both our organizations to serve even more deserving families,” said Mike Focareto, CEO of Vet Tix. “This is truly such a natural fit and partnership and will touch the lives of so many families.”

“Vet Tix realizes that many community experiences come with a financial burden. Vet Tix eliminates that obstacle and helps to establish an environment for stress-free, family bonding,” said Focareto. “The new partnership will further strengthen the resources available to military spouses and families and the collaboration will establish awareness around the several programs offered between both organizations.”

To learn more or to sign up for Vet Tix, visit the sign up page. To learn more about Blue Star Families, visit the BSF homepage.

ABOUT THE VETERAN TICKETS FOUNDATION:
Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation supporting our military community. Vet Tix provides free event tickets to currently serving military, veterans and family members of those killed in action to sporting events, concerts, performing arts and family activities. Military and veterans experience many difficult transitions as they reintegrate into their families, communities, and eventually, into civilian life. Attending events improves morale, strengthens family bonds through shared interest and encourages service members to stay engaged with local communities and American life. In gratitude for their service and to support those who gave so much. Visit VetTix.org to learn more. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

ABOUT BLUE STAR FAMILIES:
Blue Star Families builds communities that support military families by connecting research and data to programs and solutions, including career development tools, local community events for families, and caregiver support. Since its inception in 2009, Blue Star Families has engaged tens of thousands of volunteers and serves more than 1.5 million military family members. Blue Star Families believes that all military families should be able to serve and simultaneously build thriving and healthy families. With Blue Star Families, military families can find answers to their challenges anywhere they are. Visit bluestarfam.org for more information.

Page Views: 234
 Previous Article VET TIX ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY TO OFFER FINANCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ASSISTANCE TO SAILORS, MARINES AND THEIR FAMILIES
Next Article   Vet Tix and Got Your 6 Announce Partnership to Support Successful Veteran Reintegration

Related Posts

  • How Vet Tix was able to send 8 military members, veterans and their guest to Super Bowl LVII

    February 23, 2023
  • This Army veteran won Super Bowl tickets, but it was so much more than a game

    February 21, 2023
  • Valley veterans score Super Bowl tickets through non-profit, Vet Tix

    February 9, 2023

IN THE NEWS

  • Vet Tix has delivered over 15 million tickets and counting to veterans and service members
    March 15, 2023
  • William Prince Confirms Spring Tour Dates Supporting The War And Treaty
    February 16, 2023
  • SOUTH DAKOTA ATHLETICS PARTNERS WITH VET TIX
    February 15, 2023
  • ABC 15 Arizona – Organization gives veterans tickets for the Super Bowl #shorts
    February 9, 2023
  • Kurt Busch Named as the 2022 Overall NMPA Pocono Spirit Award Winner
    January 24, 2023
  • TICKETS FOR TROOPS: MILITARY BOWL PRESENTED BY PERATON AGAIN PROVIDES COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS FOR SERVICE MEMBERS
    December 21, 2022
  • Behind Friendly Lines: Twelve valuable resources for Vets worth celebrating
    December 20, 2022
  • EasyPost Hawai’i Bowl, and MTSU are partnering with Vet Tix to send vets, service members, and their families to events around the country
    December 7, 2022
  • University of South Florida Season Ticket Member supporting Vet Tix
    December 1, 2022
  • Ticketmaster’s solid support of Vet Tix via donations and integrations
    November 22, 2022

About

VetTix Homepage
Military / Veteran Sign Up Page
User Feedback
Search Feedback Photos
Our Impact
Executive Staff
VetTix Logo Downloads
VetTix Poster Downloads
1stTix Logo Downloads
1stTix Poster Downloads
Vet Tix Vector Downloads
Vet Tix Marketing Material Downloads

Social Accounts

Vet Tix on Facebook
Vet Tix on Twitter
Vet Tix on Instagram
Vet Tix on Pinterest
Vet Tix on Linked In
Vet Tix on YouTube
1st Tix on Facebook
1st Tix on Twitter
1st Tix on Instagram
© Copyright 2008 -  Veteran Tickets Foundation