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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.

The Sacrifice.
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.

And the relationship doesn't end at graduation. Our Alumni stay part of the NGS community, returning to mentor the Scholars who follow.

A Scholar.
A mentor.

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.

Tony Bertolino
In honor of SSG Stephen Bertolino Sr.

Management (emphasis in Marketing)

Tony Bertolino

Brigham Young University · Class of 2016

I am so appreciative of your help. It was important to my dad that I got an education.

Read Tony's story
Sanaa Lucas
In honor of SPC Latoya Lucas

Political Science and Music

Sanaa Lucas

Clemson University · Class of 2021

The NGS scholarship is more than just a scholarship to me. The program itself keeps patriotism alive and that's very important to me considering how much my mother has sacrificed through mind, body and spirit. I want to thank all of the donors who made my scholarship possible!

Read Sanaa's story
Alexandria "Lexi" Eagle

Marketing

Alexandria "Lexi" Eagle

Michigan State University · Class of 2021

Lexi Eagle graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Michigan State University in May 2021. She has maintained a 3.5 GPA and has been an active member of the Alpha Kappa Psi professional business fraternity. During her time at MSU, Lexi worked as a Student Assistant at the Russell Palmer Career Management Center and her last two academic years was a Marketing Intern for the Career Services Network. She also enjoyed playing intramural volleyball during the week with her friends. Lexi is looking forward to using her degree to work at Codale Electric Supply Inc, a Sonepar Company as a Sales and Operations Trainee. In the future, she would like to pursue a master’s degree in a field related to business or marketing.

Read Alexandria's story
Elisabeth Nylander
In honor of CPT Nathan Nylander

Criminal Justice

Elisabeth Nylander

Florida International University

Elisabeth Nylander is a senior at Florida International University. She is majoring in Criminal Justice and participating in the Honors College. After completing her undergraduate degree, she hopes to go to graduate school and pursue a career in the investigative side of law enforcement, whether that be investigation or forensics. Outside of class, she is an active student leader, holding the position of Chief of Staff at FIU Student Government Association, where she serves as a voice for students.

Read Elisabeth's story
Ashley Burns
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.

Read Ashley's story
Summer Solheim Fritz
In honor of COL Kent Solheim

Nursing

Summer Solheim Fritz

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Class of 2021

This scholarship has alleviated incredible amounts of stress. I would not be where I am today without the support of NGS.

Read Summer'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.