Navigating Transition: Philanthropy & the Veteran Journey
- S4E89
- 49:02
- June 20th 2025
In this enlightening episode of Beyond the Frontline, host Donna welcomes Megan Andros from the Heinz Endowments for a powerful conversation on the challenges and opportunities veterans face when transitioning to civilian life. As a veteran and thought leader in veteran philanthropy, Megan brings a wealth of experience and research to the table.
Together, they explore:
- The role of soft skills in post-military success
- How nonprofit support systems can make—or break—the transition experience
- Why data-driven approaches are essential to improving veteran outcomes
- The impact of philanthropic investments in shaping future veteran services
Whether you're a veteran, a supporter, or someone passionate about social impact, this episode offers meaningful insights into the evolving landscape of veteran support.
🔗 Tune in now to hear how strategic philanthropy and informed programming can create real change in veterans’ lives.
Resources & Links:
- Learn more about the Heinz Endowments
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Beyond The Frontline
Beyond the Frontline tackles topics relating to transitioning from the Frontline to the Homefront. Your host, Donna Hoffmeyer is a 21-year retired Air Force nurse; with a career that spanned from nursing, flight nursing, education, training, readiness, and policy. Donna has a master’s degree in Sport Science and has co-authored her first book, Warrior to Patriot Citizen; focusing on ensuring service members are prepared for transition well before transition occurs. She also has her own blog, Taking Off The Armor, focused on all issues before, during and after transition and after retirement, as well as, a multifaceted business, REBel LLC, focused on veteran transition mentorship, consulting, and publishing her own work.
Donna is a 21-year retired Air Force nurse; with a career that spanned from nursing, flight nursing, education, training, readiness, and policy. Donna has a master’s degree in Sport Science and has co-authored her first book, Warrior to Patriot Citizen; focusing on ensuring service members are prepared for transition well before transition occurs. She also has her own blog, Taking Off The Armor, focused on all issues before, during and after transition and after retirement, as well as, a multifaceted business, REBel LLC, focused on veteran transition mentorship, consulting, and publishing her own work.