Military Service

Military service is woven into both founders’ family histories and is one of the fund’s five areas of focus. The fund intends to support organizations serving service members, veterans, and their families.

A family history of service

Lauren’s great-grandfather served in World War I. Her grandfathers served in the Army during World War II and the Korean War. Her cousins include active-duty service members and retired veterans.

Gene’s father was a career Navy veteran, and his paternal grandfather served in the Army during World War II. Gene grew up primarily in military housing.