Student Veterans of America Announces 2nd Anniversary and Reception of Grant from the Bob Woodruff Foundation
WASHINGTON, DC – Student Veterans of America proudly announces its 2nd anniversary, its growth to 246 chapters in only two years and the beginning of its partnership with the Bob Woodruff Foundation to assist veterans succeed in attaining a college degree.
Since SVA’s initial founding on January 12th of 2008, the organization has grown from its initial 20 chapters to more than 246 college campuses across the United States. In this time, SVA and its members have played a major role in the passage of the Post 9/11 GI Bill, has established its national headquarters in Washington, D.C. with the support of the Wounded Warrior Project and has worked to help thousands of veterans transition to college.
SVA has accomplished a great deal in a very short time, but much remains to be done. While many arrive home safely, many return with hidden wounds and are lost to an unseen enemy. “As a nation we have a responsibility to help our returning veterans so they can succeed when they arrive to campus and are not lost to the psychological barriers facing them.” said Derek Blumke, President Student Veterans of America.
To address the mental health crisis facing service members and veterans arriving to college campuses and to facilitate the creation of programs to assist wounded, injured and ill veterans transition to college Student Veterans of America was recently awarded a grant for $85,000 by the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
“Student Veterans of America is an incredible organization doing great things for the young men and women returning home and we are proud to help them in accomplishing their mission.” -Rene Bardorf, Executive Director Bob Woodruff Foundation.