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Stories from Central Florida USO
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USO Volunteers are the Heart and Soul of Tampa International Airport USO center
USO volunteers play a critical role in strengthening America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and count…
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Despite Challenges, Military Children Put Best Foot Forward as They Head Back to School Thanks to the USO
In the face of uncertain times, the USO provides hope to military families sending their children back to school with the supplies they nee…
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Dollars for Duty a Workplace Giving Campaign
During Military Appreciation Month, in partnership with the USO, companies will have the opportunity to unite their employees by giving the…
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USO Southeast and Military Supporters Unite to Honor Service Members and their Families during Military Appreciation Month
The USO, whose mission is to strengthen service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country, kicks off a dedicated, month…
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INAUGURAL “OPERATION JUMP-START” ENCOURAGES MILITARY TO PURSUE ENTREPENEURSHIP AND EMPLOYMENT
The USO Southeast Region and Brian Hamilton Foundation are joining forces for Operation Jump-Start. This two-day summit, which will be held…
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USO Rapidly Deploys Expeditionary Gaming Center, Supports National Guard in D.C.
Building an expeditionary or temporary USO location is no easy feat – but pivoting to meet the ever-changing needs of service members is wh…
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National Recognition for Central Florida Volunteer Gwen Dougherty
Since the inception of USO Central Florida, Gwendolyn Dougherty has been a constant, acting as a USO ambassador, volunteer trainer and prog…
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'Operation: That's My Dress' Gives Back to Military Spouses, Daughters
The United Service Organizations will host one of this years eight Operation: That’s My Dress in Tampa on Saturday and Sunday.
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USO Central Florida Grants Wishes for Military Children
The holiday season can be financially stressful, but when you add in the transient nature of military life and multiple deployments, many y…
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USO Back to School Drive to Benefit MacDill, Coast Guard
This summer, supporting the troops is as easy as dropping off a pack of crayons. USO Central Florida, a nonprofit that provides programs an…
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USO Central Florida Named Nonprofit of the Year Finalist
On June 11th, USO Central Florida was honored to be recognized as a finalist at the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s 2015 Nonprofit of the Year…
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Introducing the 'General H Norman Schwarzkopf Military Family of the Year' Award
USO Central Florida and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are proud to honor our local active duty military and their families for their sacrifice, …
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USO Central Florida Honored as Finalist at WEDU Be More Awards
On February 12th, USO Central Florida was honored to be recognized as a “Be More Brilliant” finalist at the 2015 WEDU Be More Awards. This …
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Inaugural Back to School Drive Huge Success
A short three weeks before MacDill Air Force Base’s annual Back to School Fair, USO Central Florida received a phone call stating that the …
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MacDill Air Force Base's Top III Enjoy 'Game On Nation' Seminar
USO Central Florida and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers teamed up to bring members of MacDill Air Force Base’s Top III organization to One-Buc Pla…
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USO Tampa Bay Expands Reach to Serve Troops and Military Families Throughout Central Florida
USO Tampa Bay, Inc. announced plans to expand their support of troops and their families to the Central Florida region, coast to coast. The…
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USO Tampa Bay Turns One
Friday, September 6th marked the one year anniversary of the USO Welcome Center at Tampa International Airport. One short year ago, USO Ta…
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USO Tampa Bay Celebrates 10,000th Visitor
Less than 10 months after its Grand Opening, the USO Tampa Bay Welcome Center at Tampa International Airport served its 10,000th visitor, L…
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USO Tampa Bay Helps Deliver a Family Reunion During MLB Rays' Game
Last Thursday, the USO of Tampa Bay teamed with the Tampa Bay Rays to orchestrate a military family reunion that will be remembered for a l…
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After 42 Years, Man Receives Silver Star
Almost 42 years after a horrific firefight during the Vietnam War, a Parrish man has finally received the Silver Star he had earned. Ralph…
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USO Tampa Bay Celebrate Grand Opening, Opens Doors for Troops and Military Families
After breaking ground earlier this year, USO Tampa Bay, Inc. cut the ribbon and opened the doors to its new center on Thursday, September 6…