USA Cares Podcast

Aubrey welcomes new Donor Relations Manager, Stefanie Jones, to the podcast. Together they’re stirring up excitement about upcoming events and ways to get involved and help with the mission of USA Cares. From the virtual 5k that you can participate in wherever you are, to the USA Cares Charity Golf Open at PGA caliber course, TPC River’s Bend. They highlight why the USA Cares Team is so dedicated...

Aubrey welcomes Chris Cruise, Founder of Cruise Customs Flags to the USA Cares Podcast. Chris gives us the background of his business and how Cruise Customs is teaming up with USA Cares to continue making an impact in the lives of veterans in need.

Aubrey and Trace welcome brand new, USA Cares VP of Outreach & Development, Matt Castor, to the podcast. They dive into the upcoming fundraisers USA Cares is planning, and highlight a variety of ways for everyone to get involved with USA Cares and make a difference in the lives of veterans in need; no matter how you get involved, your contributions make a difference.

Trace welcomes President and CEO of Jeffersontown Chamber of Commerce, Deana Karem, to the USA Cares Podcast. Deana breaks down the many functions of Chambers of Commerce and how veterans can utilize them to leverage themselves and their skills professionally. From establishing a network to professional development and marketing your business, a Chamber of Commerce can serve as an excellent resour...

Aubrey weldcomes "the glue" of USA Cares, three veteran case-workers, Angela Chattoo, Marlo Taft, and Jerry Newman. The group discusses their roles with USA Cares and the continuous need for assistance in our nation's community of veterans. Together, they paint a picture of many different circumstances that bring veterans and their families to USA Cares; from Covid related hardships...

Trace welcomes PR/Financial Education Professional with Abound Credit Union, Hollie Sexton, to the USA Cares Podcast. Hollie shares some resources and insight for veterans to educate themselves in the financial realm and increase their money IQ. Together they discuss how veterans can be intentional with their discipline to budget and develop preparedness financially. From flat tires to home repair...

Aubrey was excited to sit down with her friend, John Miles, Veteran Coordinator at Office for Veterans in Louisville, Kentucky. They discuss their unified efforts in assisting veterans with access to resources and services, gain housing and achieve an overall better quality of life; through financial assistance, training, and education. Aubrey also touches on USA Cares' brand new website, how...

Trace welcomes to the show, Matt Roberge, retired Sergeant-Major in the Army and now proud Project Manager at Beam Suntory. Matt shares his experience transitioning out of the military into the civilian sector, getting help translating his military skills onto a resume, and how USA Cares helped him transition into a career that he now loves. While Matt tells us about Operation Military Cheer, the...

Aubrey and Trace discuss partnering with other organizations that help veterans, and USA Cares' 2020 achievements, including the "Non-Profit of the Year Award" from GLI, Louisville, Kentucky's Metro Chamber of Commerce. They also share their excitement for the USA Cares Chapter Program as it expands into two new states! This is of course necessary as USA Cares still has a great...

USA Cares CEO, Trace Chesser, and National Spokesperson, author and actor, Bryan Anderson, talk about overcoming life's greatest challenges, living with a purpose and mission to help others; as well as what you can do to help veterans. Bryan shares his story from basic training, military police, and two tours in Iraq to becoming an author, actor, and stuntman.  https://andersonactive.com/   h...

Aubrey and Josh of USA Cares discuss getting involved in helping veterans and their families. They welcome their special guest, Doug Flynn, as he expresses his deep gratitude for veterans and military service members. Doug talks about how he and other major league baseball vets have partnered with USA Cares, and hope 2021 is a big year for assisting more veteran families in need.

Aubrey and Trace reflect on the giving season, and talk about New Year's resolutions, and how active military can financially and professionally prepare for transition into civilian life.

Aubrey and Trace highlight the hearts and hands involved in giving gifts to children of veterans, partnering with the Justin Thomas Foundation, and the difference USA Cares makes in the lives of veterans.

Aubrey and Trace talk about an exciting new law involving wounded veterans and National Parks, a great way to get active that benefits veterans, and translating military service to a civilian career.

Getting to know USA Cares and how they help veterans. CEO Trace Chesser and Aubrey Gonzalez discuss meaningful gifts for Giving Tuesday, assisting veterans, re-entrance into civilian life, veteran suicide, and their everyday mission.