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Business Upturn
25-07-2025
- General
- Business Upturn
VFW and Grunt Style Foundation Deliver Over 100 Tons of Relief to Texas Flood Victims
Hill Country, Texas, July 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hill Country Texas — 7/25/2025 The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the Grunt Style Foundation have joined forces in an extraordinary partnership, delivering over 100 tons of critical relief to flood-ravaged communities across Central Texas. From Kerrville to Hunt, Comfort to San Saba, and Marble Falls to San Angelo, veterans once again led from the front—this time, not in combat, but in compassion. When historic flooding struck the region, it was veterans who activated the engagement. Mobilizing VFW Posts in each affected area, the coalition launched a coordinated effort to move massive quantities of food, water, clothing, bedding, and search-and-rescue essentials to local communities who had lost everything. 'This was veterans doing what they do best—rallying to the mission and getting the job done,' said Tim Jensen, Chairman of the Grunt Style Foundation and Marine Corps veteran. 'We didn't wait for permission. We just got to work.' The relief operation—unfolding in real time—saw an impressive logistics network built virtually overnight. From securing supplies to coordinating trucks, warehouses, and local volunteers, the partnership demonstrated what veteran-led community service looks like when purpose meets action. VFW National Commander-in-Chief Al Lipphardt stated, 'This response effort is the blueprint for how VFW Posts across the country can respond to future disasters. It's not just about service—it's about relevance. Our GWOT veterans want to serve again. This gives them that opportunity.' The sentiment of the VFW Commander in Chief was echoed by Texas VFW Chief of Staff, Greg Brannan and lead disaster coordinator for the Texas VFW. 'I am incredibly proud of our partnership with the Texas VFW and the Grunt Style Foundation, which proved vital in delivering rapid and effective disaster relief. The speed and precision our team demonstrated ensured that critical supplies reached veterans, their families, and the communities most in need without delay. This collaborative effort showcased not only our shared commitment but also our ability to act decisively when it matters most. The Central Texas response is more than a victory in crisis relief—it's the birth of a new operational model. One that fuses veteran experience with community needs. One that inspires younger generations of post-9/11 veterans to re-engage with VFW Posts by giving them purpose, mission, and leadership roles. As the waters recede, the work continues—clearing debris, rebuilding homes, restoring hope. And this partnership isn't going anywhere. Plans are already underway to formalize the model for use nationwide during future emergencies. Because when disaster strikes, America's veterans don't retreat—they engage. About Grunt Style Foundation: The Grunt Style Foundation is dedicated to the mental and physical wellness of our veterans, service members, and their families. Through community partnerships and direct aid, the Foundation provides rapid support and long-term solutions for those who've served. About the VFW: The Veterans of Foreign Wars is a nonprofit veterans service organization with nearly 1.5 million members. With Posts in communities across the United States and abroad, the VFW continues to advocate for veterans' rights and provide vital support to those in need. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Business Upturn
04-07-2025
- Health
- Business Upturn
Grunt Style and VFW Unite to 'Honor the Contract' with Limited-Edition T-Shirt Supporting Veteran Suicide Prevention
San Antonio, Texas, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Grunt Style, the iconic American apparel brand, is proud to announce a bold new limited-edition t-shirt that carries more than just style, it carries a legacy of veteran advocacy and a demand for accountability. The shirt's powerful message, 'Honor The Contract,' revives a historic call to action inspired by the Bonus Army of the 1930s and channels it into modern-day support for veterans facing mental health crises. The collaborative design is a modern reimagining of an archival VFW concept dating back to one of the most shameful chapters in American history, when veterans of World War I were denied their promised compensation and violently removed from the nation's capital for demanding justice. That movement came to be known as the Bonus Army, a somber reminder that America has not always lived up to its promises to those who serve. Today, nearly a century later, the battle continues, not on the battlefield, but within our own communities. Veterans are still petitioning the government for better care, timely benefits, and mental health support. And once again, the VFW is stepping forward, not just with words, but with action. 'This campaign isn't just about a shirt. It's about a promise, a contract, between the United States and its defenders,' said VFW Commander-in-Chief Al Lipphardt. 'Our nation must honor that sacred agreement, not just during service, but long after the uniform is folded. By resurrecting this historic design, we're reminding America that failure to care for its veterans is not just neglect, it's betrayal.' The VFW has committed to donating proceeds from this design directly to Irreverent Warriors, a program of the Grunt Style Foundation that uses humor, camaraderie, and shared experience to tackle the suicide epidemic within the veteran community. At the heart of this partnership is a shared belief in action over lip service and a mutual understanding that the fight for a veteran's life doesn't end at discharge. 'Grunt Style was founded by a veteran who believed in taking care of his own, and that belief hasn't changed,' said Tim Jensen, Chief Brand Officer of Grunt Style and Chairman of the Grunt Style Foundation. 'When the VFW brought us this design from their archives, it was like a lightning bolt. We knew this wasn't about nostalgia, it was about the now. Veterans are dying because the system meant to support them is broken. This shirt is our call to arms and our way of saying we won't be silent.' The design itself is striking, gritty, evocative, and unmistakably patriotic. Bold lettering and a weathered visual aesthetic recall wartime posters of the past, while the phrase 'Honor The Contract' punches with present-day urgency. The limited-edition shirt will be available exclusively through Grunt Style's website. A portion of proceeds will directly fund Grunt Style Foundation's work through Irreverent Warriors, whose mission is to bring veterans together in a safe, humorous, and healing environment through events like Silkies Hikes and community engagement. About Grunt Style: Founded by a combat veteran, Grunt Style is more than a t-shirt company, it's a lifestyle brand for those who still believe in the American spirit. With more than 5 million social followers and millions of loyal customers, Grunt Style is committed to serving those who serve. About the VFW: The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is the nation's largest and oldest war veterans service organization, tracing its roots back to 1899. With more than 1.5 million members, the VFW fights for veterans' rights and well-being on Capitol Hill and in communities across America. About Grunt Style Foundation: The Grunt Style Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to serving those who served, with programs focused on mental health, transition support, and combating veteran suicide. Its Irreverent Warriors initiative brings humor and connection to the frontlines of healing through unique events and community activism. Attachment Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
