The Mission Continues
The Mission Continues is a national nonprofit organization that connects military veterans with new missions in under-resourced communities, activating 93,600 volunteers and completing 8,650 service projects.
Nonprofit Organization Services
The Mission Continues offers several key services aimed at helping military veterans transition to civilian life while making a positive impact in under-resourced communities. Their initiatives include Veteran Online Leadership Training (VOLT), focused on community leadership and personal development, and Operation Nourish, aimed at combating food insecurity. Additionally, they have a Women Veterans Leadership Program and the Mass Deployment program, which engages veterans and volunteers for a week of intensive service in a single city.
Volunteer and Community Engagement
The Mission Continues has mobilized 93,600 volunteers through its various service projects. These projects have benefited 4,000 community organizations and have been implemented across more than 40 service platoons nationwide. They have completed 8,650 service projects to date. The organization also runs The Big Community Give Back, a fundraising competition for its platoons to further incentivize and engage volunteers in community service.
Corporate Partnerships
The Mission Continues has forged significant partnerships with major corporations such as Boeing and Raytheon Technologies (RTX). These partnerships help support the organization's mission and expand its reach. Additionally, a substantial grant of $10M from MacKenzie Scott has further bolstered their capability to serve under-resourced communities and support veterans.
Veteran Training and Development Programs
The Mission Continues provides various training and development programs specifically tailored for veterans. The Veteran Online Leadership Training (VOLT) focuses on community leadership and personal development. There is also a Service Leadership Corps program that trains veterans to lead service platoons. The Women Veterans Leadership Program has seen significant engagement, with almost 4,200 applications in just four years.
Initiatives and Outreach Programs
The Mission Continues runs multiple initiatives aimed at addressing specific needs within communities. For example, their Operation Nourish program is focused on combating food insecurity. Another key initiative is their podcast, Boots On The Ground, which discusses issues affecting veterans and their communities. The Tribute Wall is another effort by the organization to honor and recognize the commitment, bravery, and sacrifice of military veterans.