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Giving Tuesday Military: A Movement of Kindness and Service
Giving Tuesday isn’t just a global day of generosity — for the military community, it’s become a powerful movement of service, connection, and hope.
In this episode of MilSpouse in the House, host Christie Nix sits down with Jessica Manfre, Maria Reed, and Samantha Gomolka, the three military spouses behind Giving Tuesday Military and the Inspire Up Foundation. What started as an idea among friends from different branches has grown into a worldwide campaign inspiring acts of kindness across the military community.
From how they met to the heart behind their mission, this episode dives into the stories that fuel their work — and how each of us can join in to make a difference.
In This Episode
- How three military spouses turned a simple idea into a global movement
- The early days of Giving Tuesday Military and how it’s grown since 2019
- Stories of service, kindness, and community impact
- The creation of the Inspire Up Foundation
- How to get involved and give back this Giving Tuesday
Military Spouse News & Benefits Update
- TRICARE Open Season: November 10 – December 9. Enroll or make changes to your plan and check out the new DOD Healthcare Flexible Spending Account option.
- More Resources: Visit MilSpouses.com for updates and a guide on solo parenting during deployment.
Key Takeaways
- Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
- Kindness is contagious. One small act can ripple through a community and create lasting change.
- Together, we’re stronger. Collaboration across branches and backgrounds is what makes Giving Tuesday Military so powerful.
Episode Links
Learn more:
- GivingTuesdayMilitary.com
- InspireUpFoundation.org
- Instagram: @givingtuesdaymilitary | @inspireupfoundation
Sponsored by TalkSpace
Military life is rewarding — but it’s not without stress. With TalkSpace, you can connect with a licensed therapist anytime, anywhere. This holiday season, take care of your mental health while caring for others. Visit talkspace.com to learn more.
Stay Connected
- Follow: @ThisIsMilSpouses on Instagram
- Read: You’ll find the latest in military family news and uplifting lifestyle features on milspouses.com.
- Subscribe: MilSpouse In the House on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.
- Join the Community: Leave a review and share how you plan to give back this Giving Tuesday!
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By Military BrandsGiving Tuesday isn’t just a global day of generosity — for the military community, it’s become a powerful movement of service, connection, and hope.
In this episode of MilSpouse in the House, host Christie Nix sits down with Jessica Manfre, Maria Reed, and Samantha Gomolka, the three military spouses behind Giving Tuesday Military and the Inspire Up Foundation. What started as an idea among friends from different branches has grown into a worldwide campaign inspiring acts of kindness across the military community.
From how they met to the heart behind their mission, this episode dives into the stories that fuel their work — and how each of us can join in to make a difference.
In This Episode
- How three military spouses turned a simple idea into a global movement
- The early days of Giving Tuesday Military and how it’s grown since 2019
- Stories of service, kindness, and community impact
- The creation of the Inspire Up Foundation
- How to get involved and give back this Giving Tuesday
Military Spouse News & Benefits Update
- TRICARE Open Season: November 10 – December 9. Enroll or make changes to your plan and check out the new DOD Healthcare Flexible Spending Account option.
- More Resources: Visit MilSpouses.com for updates and a guide on solo parenting during deployment.
Key Takeaways
- Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
- Kindness is contagious. One small act can ripple through a community and create lasting change.
- Together, we’re stronger. Collaboration across branches and backgrounds is what makes Giving Tuesday Military so powerful.
Episode Links
Learn more:
- GivingTuesdayMilitary.com
- InspireUpFoundation.org
- Instagram: @givingtuesdaymilitary | @inspireupfoundation
Sponsored by TalkSpace
Military life is rewarding — but it’s not without stress. With TalkSpace, you can connect with a licensed therapist anytime, anywhere. This holiday season, take care of your mental health while caring for others. Visit talkspace.com to learn more.
Stay Connected
- Follow: @ThisIsMilSpouses on Instagram
- Read: You’ll find the latest in military family news and uplifting lifestyle features on milspouses.com.
- Subscribe: MilSpouse In the House on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.
- Join the Community: Leave a review and share how you plan to give back this Giving Tuesday!