Media Contact: Shannon Carley
808-644-0861 | shannon.carley@redcross.org

HONOLULU, NOV 11, 2026 — This Veterans Day, the American Red Cross Pacific Islands Region honors those who have served and recognizes the experiences, sacrifices and continued contributions of veterans and military families in communities across the country.

Whether someone is serving today, transitioned out of military service decades ago, lives near a military installation or simply knows a veteran, military service is part of the fabric of communities across the Pacific Islands. More than 15 million veterans live in communities across the United States alongside millions of current service members. Veterans are our neighbors, coworkers, family members and community leaders, making support for the military community important for all.

“Veterans Day is an opportunity to honor those who have served while also recognizing the importance of supporting veterans and military families throughout every stage of their journey,” said Julie Greenly, Regional Service to the Armed Forces Director. “The Red Cross is proud to stand alongside the military community by providing connection, care and resources that support their health and well-being.”

The Red Cross has proudly supported service members and veterans for decades, and that commitment continues through programs designed to meet the evolving needs of the military community. One of the newest resources is the Military 2 Veteran Network (M2VN), a peer support network available to current and former service members and veterans. Designed by veterans, for veterans, M2VN takes an evidence-based, holistic approach to building an online community centered on peer-to-peer support and led by trained volunteers who understand the military journey.

For many service members, transitioning from military to civilian life can mean losing the sense of connection and community that came with service. Through a secure online community, participants can take part in regularly scheduled peer support groups and chats, self-care practices and education, whole health and wellness workshops and opportunities to connect with others who share similar experiences.

The Red Cross also supports the whole health needs of the military community through wellness workshops, hospital and clinic programs, peer support and more. Over the past year, our Regional Red Cross team reached 36,542 people through whole health programming and services.

In the Pacific Islands Region Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces staff and volunteers support local service members and military families through our Animal Visitation Program, Dental Assistant Program, Wellness Workshops, and much more that lifts their spirits and elevates their wellbeing. 

This Veterans Day, everyone can play a role in helping connect the veterans, service members and military families in their lives with resources and support. Learn more about Red Cross services for the military and veteran community at redcross.org/veterans.

About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org/hawaii or follow us on social media.