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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 SSG Terry Daniel Wagoner

Elementary Education

Diana Wagoner

North Greenville University

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.

Read Diana's story

Biomedical Engineering

Tyson Brown

Florida Institute of Technology

This scholarship will allow me to further my education at Florida Tech. The scholarship will help relieve my family of financial stress.

Read Tyson's story
In honor of Petty Officer First Class Albert Bennett Jr.

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Jaiyla Washington-Bennett

Hampton University · Class of 2021

It is a blessing to have no debt upon graduating, and I have you all to thank for that. I am so thankful.

Read Jaiyla's story

Art History and French

Megan Tanner

Georgia Southern University · Class of 2021

Megan Tanner graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Bachelor of Arts in French from Georgia Southern University in 2021. While in college Megan was able to complete a study abroad immersion program in Lyon, France, and is now able to speak, read, and write the language. She also participated in many extracurricular activities, including being a Resident Advisor and Peer Leader at Georgia Southern University and President of the University’s French Club. She also participated in the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society, Pi Delta Phi National French Honors Society, and Model Arab League.

Read Megan's story
In honor of Maj Troy “Trojan” Gilbert

Health Sciences

Greyson Gilbert

Clemson University

Greyson Gilbert is a senior at Clemson University, where he is studying health sciences, with the goal of attending graduate school and potentially a doctorate program. His desire for his life’s work to focus on improving the lives of others. He plans to do this through research and/or providing training and preventative strategies to allow for healthier lifestyles.

Read Greyson's story

Political Science

Kennedy Evers

Howard University

I am not sure what I would do without NGS. They have truly blessed me. I am forever appreciative of all the resources, time, and care you all have poured into me! Words cannot describe what an honor it is to be an NGS Scholar.

Read Kennedy'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, 2025 · Gainesville, VA
12th Annual NGS Invitational
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Wednesday, June 25, 2025 · 601 Massachusetts Avenue NW Suite 300, Washington, D.C. 20001
2025 BootCamp Freedom Reception and Game Night
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Monday, July 15, 2024 · Hartford, 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, 2024 · Washington, D.C.
2024 NGS Scholar BootCamp
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Monday, September 18, 2023 · Gainesville, 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.