Free Advertising for Veteran Service Non-Profits
Helping Veteran-Serving Organizations Reach More People
Quick Summary
The CAF Free Advertising Program helps selected veteran-serving nonprofits reach more people through website, email, social media, and magazine promotion at no cost.
Many veteran-serving nonprofits provide life-changing services but may not have the marketing resources needed to reach the people who need them most. The Commemorative Air Force created this Free Advertising Program to help raise awareness of trusted veteran resources, military family support services, and nonprofit programs that make a meaningful impact.
This program is designed to raise awareness of services. It is not intended to solicit memberships or donations for participating organizations.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your nonprofit for consideration in the CAF Free Advertising Program.
Program Facts
• Free advertising opportunity for selected veteran-serving nonprofits.
• Open to qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
• Designed for organizations serving veterans, active-duty service members, or military families.
• Demonstrate a proven track record of impactful programs or services.
• Work with CAF Media team to develop content for the advertisements.
What Selected Non Profits Receive
Website Feature
A dedicated CAF article highlighting the nonprofit’s mission, services, and impact.
Email Spotlight
Promotion through CAF email communications to audiences interested in veterans, service, and military history.
Social Media
A feature on one of CAF’s official social media channels to increase awareness.
Magazine Ad
One quarter-page advertisement in CAF Dispatch magazine.
How Organizations Are Selected
A panel of CAF members will select five non-profits based on the following criteria:
• Alignment with CAF’s mission and goals.
• The scope and relevance of the organization’s services to veterans and their families.
• Demonstrated impact, including the number of individuals served and measurable outcomes.
How to Apply
Non-profits must submit the following:
• A completed application form.
• A mission statement and overview of the organization.
• Descriptions of programs and services offered, with statistics or examples illustrating impact (e.g., the number of veterans served).
• Media assets, including images, cleared for commercial use.
• Annual reports or other documentation demonstrating financial transparency and compliance.
All submissions should adhere to the stated deadlines and be sent to the CAF Media Team via form. Click here to submit your form.
CAF Member Involvement CAF members and supporters are encouraged to nominate organizations they believe would benefit from this program. Nominations can be sent to media@cafhq.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Commemorative Air Force Free Advertising Program?
The CAF Free Advertising Program provides selected veteran-serving nonprofit organizations with free promotional support, including website coverage, newsletter exposure, social media promotion, and advertising in CAF Dispatch magazine.
Who can apply for free advertising?
Qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that serve veterans, active-duty service members, or military families may apply.
What types of organizations are a good fit?
Organizations that provide veteran resources, military family support, financial assistance, mental health services, career training, education, housing assistance, or community support may be a good fit for the program.
Does this program provide fundraising support?
No. This program is intended to raise awareness of services and resources. It is not designed to solicit donations or memberships for participating organizations.
How many nonprofits will be selected?
Five nonprofit organizations will be selected for the program.
What advertising materials are included?
Selected nonprofits receive a website feature, e-newsletter spotlight, social media post, and one quarter-page advertisement in CAF Dispatch magazine.
Can CAF members nominate an organization?
Yes. CAF members and supporters may nominate veteran-serving organizations by emailing media@cafhq.org.
Apply for the CAF Free Advertising Program
If your nonprofit organization serves veterans, active-duty military members, or military families, we invite you to apply for this free advertising opportunity from the Commemorative Air Force.
