Esprit de Corps Foundation military family event in Chicago

Operation Homefront

STRONG FAMILIES BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES.

Part of the Foundation’s Family & Belonging pillar.

The Pillar

Family & Belonging.

Military families carry the mission just as much as those who wore the uniform. The Foundation's family programming creates opportunities for spouses, children, and loved ones to connect, grow, and support each other.

See where this pillar fits in the mission framework

Signature Programs

Family events with our partners.

Chicago Fire FC · Soldier Field

Chicago Fire FC · Military Appreciation Night

Esprit families join Chicago Fire FC at Soldier Field for Military Appreciation Night — pro soccer, pre-game activations, and Foundation community.

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Esprit de Corps Foundation military families at Chicago Stars FC event

Chicago Stars FC · Wrigley Neighborhood

Chicago Stars · Military Family Night

Pro women's soccer at Chicago Stars FC — family-friendly stadium experience with veteran and military recognition.

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Programs

What runs under this pillar.

Recurring programming that puts the Family & Belonging pillar into practice year-round.

Family Recreation Events

Holiday Family Celebrations

Spouse Networking

Kids' Programming

Family Volunteer Days

Community Gatherings

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Standing with veterans

THE TASKFORCE

Chicago sponsors, partners, and community organizations behind the Foundation's Family & Belonging programming.

This is your community.

Pick your path into the Foundation's Family & Belonging work.