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Watch: “5 Minute Salute” with Ryan Bauman of OCS
Watch: “5 Minute Salute” with Ryan Bauman of OCS
Solving the Generation Z military recruitment crisis
Solving the Generation Z military recruitment crisis
In the media: Patriotic organization encourages young Americans to enlist in the military
In the media: Patriotic organization encourages young Americans to enlist in the military
Our military recruitment crisis robs today's young adults of these life changing opportunities
Our military recruitment crisis robs today's young adults of these life changing opportunities. America’s All Volunteer Force turns 50 this year. Since 1973, the U.S. military has, with rare exceptions, met its annual recruitment goals and improved the quality of the force.
Now, however, it is mired in its worst recruiting stretch in history. Last year, the Army missed its recruiting goal by 25% and already predicts it will miss again in 2023. Ditto the Air Force and Navy.
RealClear Politics: Our Community Salutes - The First To Say 'Thank You'
Our Community Salutes (OCS) was founded in 2009 to help “communities recognize, honor, and support high school seniors who plan to enlist in the U.S. Armed Services after graduation.” In practice, one of its core activities is planning events just like this one in the hope it will inspire and pay tribute to the kids who have made the honorable decision to bypass or delay college in favor of serving their country. Between April and June, OCS will have held 40 ceremonies of for high school students enlisting in places ranging from San Diego to the Virgin Islands.
OCS of Lowcountry: Honoring the newest service members
OCS of Lowcountry: Honoring the newest service members
OCS of Colorado Springs: Honoring the newest service members
OCS of Colorado Springs: Honoring the newest service members
OCS Fayetteville’s recent ceremony in the local press
OCS Fayetteville’s recent ceremony in the local press
OCS Charlottesville, VA on local news
Watch: OCS Charlottesville Director, Lettie Bien, interviewed by local news!
In the News: NJ Non-profit Thinks It Has Cracked the Code To Recruiting Military Enlistees
Our Community Salutes has been recently highlighted on NBC Philadelphia. The segment was a part of NBC’s coverage for Veteran’s Day. It focuses on how OCS
Founder Dr. Ken Hartman on the Mark Levin Show
Our Community Salutes Founder and President was recently interviewed on the Mark Levin Show.
OCS Virgin Islands in the Local News
Our Community Salutes USVI Holds Recognition Ceremony for H.S. Military Enlistees. Congratulations to all the high school seniors honored during the Our Community Salutes - U.S. Virgin Islands Annual High School Recognition Ceremony
OCS Fairfax, VA on local ABC news
Watch: In Fairfax County Friday, local students graduating from high school were celebrated for making the decision to enlist in the military once they get their diplomas.
OCS South-Jersey on CBS local news
Watch: Dozens of high school seniors from Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties were recognized for their choice to enlist after graduation.
In the News: OCS of Baton Rouge local coverage
Our Community Salutes (OCS) of Baton Rouge hosted its 9th annual High School Enlistee Recognition Ceremony.
Sneak Preview: OCS First Public Service Announcement (PSA)
We’re very excited to share you our very first PSA. Please watch the :30-second PSA below and share this page with friends and family. This PSA will debut on the Discovery Channel and American Patriot Channel on December 5th.
South Jersey man's nonprofit recognizes students joining Armed Forces
A Camden County, New Jersey man's nonprofit organization recognizes and supports high school seniors that are joining the Armed Forces.
OCS of U.S. Virgin Islands High School Guidance Counselor Receives Powell Award
OCS of U.S. Virgin Islands St. Croix Central High School Guidance Counselor Ancelma Elliot was awarded the General Colin L. Powell Service Award.