About Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.

We Understand the Military Family Journey

Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting
military service members, veterans, military families, and the families of our Fallen Heroes.

Founded in 1942, Blue Star Mothers brings together mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers,
foster mothers, and female legal guardians who have children serving in the military, National
Guard, or Reserves, as well as those whose children are veterans.

For more than 80 years, we have provided support, friendship, understanding, and opportunities
to serve alongside others who know firsthand the pride, sacrifices, and challenges that come 
with military life.

Today, more than 6,000 members in nearly 200 chapters across the nation continue that mission
through volunteer service, community outreach, and unwavering support for our military families.

What We Do

Blue Star Mothers is more than an organization; we are a community of military families united
by service, patriotism and compassion.

Our members:
  • Support one another through every stage of military life, from enlistment to deployment, homecoming, transition, and beyond.
  • Send care packages and messages of encouragement to deployed service members.
  • Volunteer in Veterans Affairs facilities, state veteran's homes, and community organizations.
  • Honor and remember our Fallen Heroes and support Gold Star Families.
  • Participate in patriotic events, ceremonies, and community outreach programs.
  • Advocate for awareness of the unique challenges faced by military families.
  • Serve veterans and active-duty military members through countless hours of volunteer service each year.
No military family should ever feel alone.  Through Blue Star Mothers, members find understanding, 
friendship, and a network of support from others who truly understand the military family experience.

Our Mission


We support each other and our children while promoting patriotism.

We will never forsake our troops, our veterans, or the families of our Fallen Heroes. 

Who Can Join?

Membership is open to mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers, and
female legal guardians who have children currently serving in the military, National Guard,
or Reserves, or who have children who are veterans.

Whether your child just left for basic training, is currently deployed, has completed military
service, or is transitioning to civilian life, there is a place for you within Blue Star Mothers.

Find Your Community

Military life can be rewarding, challenging, emotional, and sometimes lonely.  You do not have to
walk this journey alone.

Whether you are looking for support, friendship, opportunities to serve, or a way to give back to
the military community, Blue Star Mothers is here for you.

Find a chapter near you and connect with military mothers who understand your journey.
Together, we support, serve, and strengthen military families across America.

Organization Information

Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. is a non-partisan, non-political, and non-sectarian 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization.  We do not endorse political candidates or religious organizations.  The views and information
shared through external links do not constitute an endorsement by Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.