Military Veteran Project

Military Veteran Project The Military Veteran Project is on a mission to prevent military su***de through education, training, and community-based efforts. It begins with connection.
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https://www.militaryveteranproject.org/22adaymovement.html ​Founded in 2012, by war widow Melissa Jarboe to carry on the dying wish of her husband SSG Jamie Jarboe, the Military Veteran Project (MVP) a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity is on a mission to prevent military su***de through education, training, and community-based action. We believe su***de prevention begins long before a c

risis. With awareness. With communities that know how to recognize struggle and respond with compassion. We focus on prevention — equipping communities, strengthening protective factors, and ensuring no veteran or military family feels alone.

​Every day, we work to bridge the gap between military service and civilian life, ensuring veterans and their families receive the compassion, care, and resources they deserve. Our mission is rooted in the belief that our veterans are not broken, they are assets to our communities. Their compassion, integrity, leadership, and dedication strengthen the very fabric of our nation. ​

Let’s not forget.
06/19/2026

Let’s not forget.

Although the Fourth of July is a time of celebration, it can be a difficult time for America's veterans, whose PTSD is o...
06/18/2026

Although the Fourth of July is a time of celebration, it can be a difficult time for America's veterans, whose PTSD is often triggered by the sound of fireworks.

This year, veterans can celebrate the holiday in safe, quiet place - 650 feet below ground, at Hutchinson's Strataca salt mine.

‼️ UPDATE: With heavy hearts, the base has released the names of the eight people killed when a B-52 Stratofortress cras...
06/17/2026

‼️ UPDATE: With heavy hearts, the base has released the names of the eight people killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards during a routine test mission on Monday.

“It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I can now share the names of the eight extraordinary Americans we lost during Monday’s B-52 crash,” Col. Thomas Tauer, 412th Test Wing Commander, told workers and families at Edwards AFB. “They were dedicated professionals, beloved family members and irreplaceable teammates.”

“Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies are with their families, loved ones and fellow Airmen, Air Force civilians and mission partners affected by this tragedy,” Tauer said.

The names are being released following a 24-hour waiting period after all next of kin notifications were completed, in accordance with Department of War policy.

The fallen Team Edwards members are:


• Col. Gregory Watson, 53, weapon systems officer, Boeing (Air Force reservist, assigned 10th Air Force, Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth, Fort Worth, Texas), Shreveport, La.



• Lt. Col. Gabriel Estrella, 40, weapon systems officer, Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center, Detachment 5, Edwards AFB, Calif.



• Retired Lt. Col. Miles Middleton, 50, pilot, Boeing, Tehachapi, Calif.



• Maj. Alexander Davis, 34, weapon systems officer, 419th Flight Test Squadron, Lancaster, Calif.



• Maj. Robert Dee, 40, pilot, 419th Flight Test Squadron, Edwards AFB, Calif.



• Maj. Brad Hovey, 35, pilot, 419th Flight Test Squadron, Edwards AFB, Calif.



• Jeromy Smith, 32, flight test engineer, 419th Flight Test Squadron, Rosamond, Calif.



• Christopher Rischar, 41, flight test engineer, JT4 contractor, Lancaster, Calif.


“These Airmen were more than coworkers. They were friends, mentors, teammates and valued members of our Edwards and Air Force family,” Tauer said.

“Our immediate focus is supporting the families of the teammates we lost and ensuring that all appropriate resources are available to them during this time of unimaginable loss.”

The crash is currently under investigation by an Interim Safety Investigation Board. The airfield is closed until further notice.

Our hearts are with them ❤️
06/17/2026

Our hearts are with them ❤️

Happy Birthday Army!
06/14/2026

Happy Birthday Army!

We see you.We thank you.We stand with you.
06/13/2026

We see you.
We thank you.
We stand with you.

You are not alone.
06/13/2026

You are not alone.

Remember Everyone Deployed.Today we wear red to honor the men and women serving far from home, standing watch around the...
06/12/2026

Remember Everyone Deployed.

Today we wear red to honor the men and women serving far from home, standing watch around the world.

To those deployed, your sacrifices are not forgotten and your service is appreciated.

From all of us at the Military Veteran Project, thank you.

Behind every warrior is a story
06/10/2026

Behind every warrior is a story

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