Topic: Military-Focused Initiatives
Posted on 1/3/2024
FOX owned-and-operated television stations around the country hosted holiday parties for veterans at U.S. VETS locations, providing veterans with services and holiday meals. The events are part of FOX Corporation’s partnership with U.S. VETS for the “Make Camo Your Cause” campaign to help eradicate veteran homelessness. A portion of proceeds from ”Make Camo Your Cause” merchandise goes to U.S. VETS. "I was a Marine in Vietnam in 1969 and ‘70 and that is obviously a significant experience in anyone’s life," U.S. VETS President and CEO Steve Peck told FOX Television Stations. "I wasn’t ever homeless. But, I certainly feel a lot of compassion for veterans who come back who have difficulty finding their way, and what we do at U.S. VETS is give them one chance, two chances, three chances, however many chances they need."
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