Our Military Kids® Unveils Ambitious 5-Year Plan to Support Military Families

In a significant move aimed at enhancing the support available to military families, Our Military Kids®, a premier national nonprofit organization, has officially announced its 2026-2030 Strategic Plan. With deep appreciation for its community, the organization expresses excitement about the future, projecting a dedicated focus on improving the lives of military children and teenagers by funding their activity participation.

The strategic planning process, which spanned several months, was a comprehensive affair led by Waller Consulting. It involved collaborative discussions and feedback from a wide array of stakeholders, including military and veteran leaders, partner organizations, investors, and the very families they serve. This thorough engagement laid a robust foundation for a plan that is not only visionary but also firmly anchored in the real experiences and needs of military families.

Mission and Vision

At the heart of the new strategic framework lies the mission: "Our Military Kids funds activities for eligible military children." The vision presented by the organization is strikingly hopeful—creating a future where every military child is seen, supported, and empowered. Central to this effort are core values that exemplify the organization’s ethos: Trust, Empowerment, Compassion, and Duty.

Who They Serve

Our Military Kids dedicates its resources to children of National Guard or Reserve service members who are experiencing overseas deployments or activation for specific missions stateside. Additionally, the organization extends its support to children of veterans and active service members across all branches of the military who are receiving care for combat-related injuries or illnesses. By focusing on these demographic groups, the organization addresses an important gap in support during critical times.

Strategic Goals

To transform its vision into reality, Our Military Kids has outlined several strategic goals:
1. Raise Awareness: Becoming a recognizable name among eligible families and partners is crucial for expanding outreach and effectiveness.
2. Seamless Access: The organization aims to ensure that the process for families to access these services is compassionate, quick, and minimally burdensome.
3. Infrastructure Growth: Building the appropriate organizational structure to facilitate sustainable expansion is a priority, ensuring that they can responsibly grow their programs.
4. Funding Diversification: To fuel innovation and meet the growing needs of military families, the organization aims to diversify and expand its funding sources.

The transformative potential of engaging military children in activities they are passionate about is at the core of the organization's beliefs. Collaborations with partners like KBP Brands, which holds the largest fundraiser for Our Military Kids through a Charity Coupon Drive at many KFC outlets, are instrumental in realizing this vision.

A personal account from a Navy Reservist illustrates this impact. He shared how the support from Our Military Kids enabled his children to partake in hockey activities during his deployment, allowing him to focus on their enjoyment rather than the financial burden of these activities.

These empowerment moments are vital for military families, significantly easing the stress of service-related challenges they face.

About Our Military Kids

Founded to support military children aged 1-18, Our Military Kids has proven to be a lifeline for many families. It provides grants specifically targeted to fund activities for children of deployed National Guard, Reserve, and post-9/11 combat-injured veterans receiving care. As this new plan rolls out, the organization looks forward to multiplying its impact across the country.

To learn more about their initiatives, visit ourmilitarykids.org. The commitment of Our Military Kids® is a testament to the resilience and dedication of military families, as they seek to ensure that no child must sacrifice participation in activities they love.