Constance Milstein

Attorney, Entrepreneur, Senior Business Executive, and Philanthropist

Attorney, Entrepreneur, Senior Business Executive, and Philanthropist.

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Travel and Leisure Names The Jefferson the Top Hotel in DC

August 14, 2019 By Administrator

“Thomas Jefferson was the nation’s third president, and this year, his namesake hotel takes the No. 1 spot for the third year in a row. Guests can connect with the Virginia-born founding father in every part of the place — all 99 guest rooms are inspired by his travels, while Quill, the bar, references the era-appropriate writing instrument.”

Read more: The Top 10 Hotels in Washington, D.C.

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Obama Visits Families Of Wounded Veterans With Treats From Dog Tag Bakery

August 5, 2019 By Administrator

Last week, President Barack Obama visited families of wounded veterans staying with the Fisher House network in Bethesda, Maryland. He hand-delivered cookies from Dog Tag Bakery as part of his surprise visit.

The families of our wounded warriors don't often get a lot of fanfare, but they're serving and sacrificing right alongside their loved ones. We all owe a debt to them, too, and Fisher House is always making sure we're serving those who serve us. https://t.co/dqnvNk9cQR

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 1, 2019

Read more via The Hill: Obama hand-delivers cookies to families of wounded veterans
Read more via IJR: Obama Surprises Families of Wounded Veterans With a Visit and Cookies

Filed Under: Dog Tag Bakery

Dog Tag Winter 2020 Fellowship

July 24, 2019 By Administrator

Applications are now open for the Dog Tag Winter 2020 Fellowship!

The Dog Tag Inc. program empowers veterans with service-connected disabilities, military spouses, and caregivers to discover personal and professional fulfillment in the civilian world through an innovative business- and entrepreneurship-focused fellowship.

During the five-month program, fellows will take courses, participate in professional workshops, and gain first-hand experience running a business.

Classes will run January 14 through May 28, 2020. Applications are due October 1, 2019. Learn more and apply here.

Filed Under: Dog Tag Bakery

The Bastille Key at Mount Vernon

July 14, 2019 By Administrator

Happy Bastille Day, France! Learn about the history of the Bastille Key that hangs in the central hall at George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

Filed Under: News

2019 Blue Star Families Celebration

May 15, 2019 By Administrator

Tonight, the Blue Star Neighbors Celebration recognized military supporters from across the country and celebrated the 10th anniversary of Blue Star Families at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce building in Washington, D.C.

The Blue Star Neighbors Celebration is an annual celebration of the spirit of America – the kindness of military supporters across the country and their impact on the military family community.

Craig Newmark, founder of Craigslist and Craig Newmark Philanthropies, was awarded the Constance J. Milstein Philanthropic Award. Craig recently provided a gift of $1,000,000 to help fund the Craig Newmark Greater New York Chapter of Blue Star Families. He also contributes as a member of the Blue Star Families Board of Directors.

Recognition was also given to The Walt Disney Company with the Corporate Neighbor Award. Susan Masser was awarded the 2019 Blue Star Neighbor Award.

Several military leaders were in attendance including Secretary of the Army Mark Esper who participated in the award presentations.

Filed Under: Blue Star Families, Dog Tag Bakery, News, Veterans, Washington DC

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