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Last week, we wrapped our fourth Uniting in Service event in Charlotte, fulfilling our commitment to mobilize a nationwide, military-connected community. More than 10,000 people reached; one message endures: when veterans lead through service, America thrives. Read the full highlights to see how it came to life, including the work of our team members Monica, Trish, Paul, Tommy, and Kevin, and subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed as this movement grows.

“Many hearts. One Wells Fargo.” Those words filled the air at our Uniting in Service: Military Thriving Charlotte event. Last week, Wells Fargo and ZeroMils stood shoulder to shoulder, inspiring the next generation to lead through service. Veterans, military families, and local youth joined in, honoring our fallen, supporting Charlotte’s food-insecure, and showing what Military Thriving® looks like in action. All of this is possible because of Wells Fargo’s commitment to those who serve. When companies truly invest in the military community, young people take notice, service finds new life, and communities flourish. Thank you Wells Fargo and Sean Passmore for helping us strengthen the culture of service.

To every veteran: thank you for your courage, your sacrifice, and your continued service to our nation. In The Hill, Kevin Schmiegel reminds us that America needs that leadership now more than ever. His message: the next mission is unity through service. Read his Veterans Day op-ed: “November 11 Isn’t About Serving Veterans, It’s About Veterans Serving America.” 🔗 Link in the comments.

250 years of earned grit 🦅 Today we’re celebrating the United States Marine Corps and two of our own: Paul and Kevin. Your leadership, humility, and relentless commitment reflect the finest of the Marine Corps and the people we stand beside. Thank you for your service, your example, and the standard you hold us to. Happy 250th Birthday, Marines! Semper Fi.

Our Uniting in Service event last week reminded us why this work matters. In a moment when food security isn’t guaranteed for so many families, seeing people from every walk of life show up to serve side by side was nothing short of humbling. This is what community looks like: not a headline, not a hashtag, but hands, hearts, and time given freely. To West Charlotte High School JROTC students: thank you for showing up with such pride and purpose. You are the future of this country, and we hope yesterday lit a spark you’ll carry into every classroom, formation, and community you step into. To every volunteer, every partner, and every quiet helper behind the scenes, thank you. You turned intention into impact. Special thanks to Blessings in a Backpack, wear blue: run to remember, and Wells Fargo and your incredible team for locking arms with us to support military-connected families and neighbors in need. This is Military Thriving in action. Let’s keep showing up. 🧡

From Service to Success: Free Virtual Event Are you a veteran or transitioning service member exploring your next step? We’re hosting a free session on financial readiness—from personal loans to SBA loans—to help you build stability after military service. 📅 October 23 | 🕒 3:00 PM ET 🎙️ Hosted by Tommy Jones (in partnership with Neighborly) What you’ll learn: ✅ How personal and SBA loans work for startups or expansions ✅ Funding options and veteran-specific programs ✅ Common pitfalls to avoid and how to set yourself up for success ✅ Q&A on broader post-service financial stability (credit, cash flow, getting lender-ready, and more) Transition can be hard, and we’re here to help lift some of that weight. Please share this with the veterans and military families in your life who might benefit. #Veterans #MilitaryTransition #FinancialReadiness #SBA #ZeroMils

🎥 From September’s Uniting in Service in Minneapolis: people from all walks of life showing up together to serve. Military-connected families don’t just support those who serve, they serve alongside them. Every spouse organizing a drive and every child growing up with the example of service adds up to civic strength. We don’t see supporters, we see engines of civic renewal. Service isn’t only something to thank people for; it’s something we all build together. See you tomorrow (Thu, Nov 6) at the Charlotte Uniting in Service event ❣️

Thank you to the Virginia Department of Veterans Services for the invitation to share our story and vision. As talent needs shift, Military Thriving isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s a competitive advantage. From spouse-friendly scheduling to mentorship pathways and community partnerships, small changes compound into better retention and stronger teams. “Our mission at ZeroMils is to create Military Thriving cultures and communities.” 🎥 Watch Kevin's interview clip to see what that looks like in action. If this resonates, reach out; we want to help bring this vision to life in your community, too. #MilitaryThriving #ZeroMils #VeteranHiring #MilitarySpouseEmployment #MilitaryFamilies

May your Halloween be fun, festive, and full of togetherness. Stay safe, look out for each other, and enjoy these throwback Halloween photos from the ZeroMils crew! 🎃 #halloween

Charlotte, the countdown is on, one week to go! Uniting in Service: Military Thriving® is next Thursday, Nov 6 and everyone’s invited: coworkers, students, veterans, families, and community leaders. Come ready to roll up your sleeves, meet new partners, and turn civic health into civic action. This is how we build a region that welcomes talent, strengthens connections, and helps every family thrive. Signup link in the comments, tag a friend or teammate, and let’s pack the room. See you next Thursday! #MilitaryThriving #UnitingInService #CLT