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No Greater Sacrifice

Honor The Sacrifice.

Since 2008, No Greater Sacrifice has committed $30M+ to provide debt-free education for the children of America's bravest.

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Diana WagonerNorth Greenville University · Elementary Education

Thanks to NGS, I'm able to pursue my education without the burden of debt. The people at NGS have been there for me every step of the way.

Since 2008, NGS has stood with the families of the fallen and wounded.

571Scholars supported
98%Scholar graduation rate
$30M+Education committed
350+Colleges & trade schools
95%Of every dollar to mission

A Scholar. A mentor. A debt-free degree.

We calculate exactly what's left after every other source of aid and fund it — from enrollment to graduation — so no Scholar carries debt because of a parent's sacrifice. Then we pair every Scholar with a dedicated mentor until the diploma is in their hands.

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Scholar stories

Every scholarship has a name.

Every scholarship has a name. Every name has a story of resilience, ambition, and the belief that education can transform a family's trajectory.

In honor of CPT James “Jae” Barclay

Business Administration

Addison “Addie” Barclay

University of Alabama

Addison “Addie” Barclay is attending the University of Alabama. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a minor in Risk Management and Insurance. She aims to become an insurance underwriter, and she recognizes that a business major provides a solid foundation for achieving her goal.

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In honor of SSG Michael Burns

Worship Ministry

Ashley Burns

Abilene Christian University · Class of 2021

Ashley Burns graduated with a Bachelor of the Arts in Worship Ministry from Abilene Christian University in May 2021. She will be going full time with her church, using her degree to work in worship ministry and administrative roles, and is excited to continue focusing on her development as a worship leader.

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In honor of SGT Corey Briest

Power Line Construction & Maintenance

Connor Briest

Mitchell Technical College

I am extremely grateful for NGS's commitment to my education and being able to come out of college debt-free. It's not just the financial aspect, but also the mentorship and relationship building that make the NGS scholarship.

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In honor of Senior Airman Endalynn Morgan

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Johnathan Gaiters

University of Central Arkansas · Class of 2017

I was so honored and grateful to receive the scholarship. Thank you for all that you do.

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Aviation — Rotorcraft Technology

Maya Voltin

Utah State University

It's not only alleviated financial stress for me but will allow me to attend an out-of-state college and follow my passion for aviation.

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In honor of SPC Robert Ingle

Elementary Education

Kelly Ingle

Faulkner University · Class of 2021

Kelly Ingle graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Faulkner University in May 2021. She is now pursuing a Master's in Elementary Education at Faulkner University.

Read Kelly's story

For military families

Your child's future is our mission.

Lost a parent to service since 9/11, or living with severe service-connected disability? Your child may qualify.

For donors & partners

Your investment has a name.

Ninety-five cents of every dollar reaches the mission — funding tuition, mentorship, and coaching for the children of the fallen and wounded.

Freedom's Future Impact Report

2025 Annual Impact Report

Freedom's Future.

Our annual report tracks individual Scholar progress, program outcomes, and the long-term return on America's investment in these families.

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Our partners

The partners behind our Scholars choose NGS.

From global corporations to family foundations, our partners power debt-free education for the children of the fallen and wounded.

Events

Where the mission comes to life.

From golf tournaments to Scholar retreats, our events bring together supporters and Scholars in meaningful ways.

Past Events

Monday, October 27, 2025Gainesville, VA
12th Annual NGS Invitational
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Wednesday, June 25, 2025601 Massachusetts Avenue NW Suite 300, Washington, D.C. 20001
2025 BootCamp Freedom Reception and Game Night
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Monday, July 15, 2024Hartford, WI
11th Annual NGS Invitational
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Thursday, June 20, 2024
Freedom Reception and Game Night
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Tuesday, June 18, 2024Washington, D.C.
2024 NGS Scholar BootCamp
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Monday, September 18, 2023Gainesville, VA
10th Annual NGS Invitational
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Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

Fund The Gap.

95 cents of every dollar goes directly to the mission. Your gift funds the gap — the unmet cost of a degree that other aid leaves behind — for the children of our nation's fallen and severely wounded Service members.