Honoring Our Nation’s Hidden Heroes
At the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, our mission is to strengthen and empower military and veteran caregivers, their families, and their communities by identifying and addressing their key challenges through innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions. We strive to ensure that every caregiver receives the recognition, support, and respect they deserve.
Our Founder & Visionary Leader
Senator Elizabeth Dole's unwavering dedication to supporting military and veteran caregivers has been the driving force behind our foundation. As a former caregiver herself, Senator Dole understands the challenges faced by military families and remains committed to honoring their service and sacrifice.
Support Caregivers
We work tirelessly to address the obstacles our military and veteran caregivers face regularly, from providing access to essential resources and support networks to calling for policy changes. Through our initiatives such as the Dole Caregiver Fellowship program and the Hidden Heroes Campaign, we raise awareness, drive action, and foster a community of support for caregivers across the country.
Dole Caregiver Fellows
The Dole Caregiver Fellowship is an immersive multi-year leadership experience, focused on building community and support across all 50 states.
The Hope Fund
The Hope Fund for Critical Financial Assistance provides much needed aid for military and veteran caregivers and their families. Grants are offered for natural disaster assistance, medical and dental bills, home repairs, emergency transportation, vehicle modifications, home appliances, and loss of income.
Hidden Heroes
The Hidden Heroes Campaign is the flagship public awareness campaign of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation bringing vital attention to the untold stories of military and veteran caregivers and seeking solutions for the tremendous challenges and long-term needs they face.
Campaign for Inclusive Care
The Campaign for Inclusive Care (CIC) is a joint initiative between EDF and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to transform the culture of care at the VA to be fully inclusive of military and veteran caregivers from day one of the care journey
Military and veteran caregivers face unique challenges.
From managing complex medical needs to navigating bureaucratic systems, military and veteran caregivers shoulder immense responsibilities while often sacrificing their own well-being and personal aspirations. The unpredictable nature of military life, including deployments, frequent relocations, and the invisible wounds of war, further compounds the challenges they face, while the lack of recognition and support for their vital role can lead to feelings of isolation and overwhelm.
Empowerment and strength
Through collaboration with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and corporate partners, we have made significant strides in advancing the cause of military and veteran caregivers.
