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We Fund Certifications for Reservists Who Want Higher Pay Without Missing Work.

FOV funds certification and skills training so Reservists can qualify for higher-paying work without choosing between drill weekends and paying bills.

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Eligibilty
Reservists under financial pressure who need a realistic path to higher pay.
What we cover
CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, plus skilled trades training (electrician, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry).
The goal
A stable career so drill weekends don’t force a choice between serving and paying bills.
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Drill weekend costs money

Missed shifts, reduced income, and added pressure for Reservists balancing service with civilian work.

The issue isn’t discipline. It’s access.

Many Reservists need a clear path to credentials that lead to better-paying work.

$500 = One credential closer

It can help cover training or an exam voucher that opens the door to higher pay and long-term stability.

Our Mission

Getting left behind is not an option.

Too many Reservists show up to drill already behind, financially stressed, and stuck in low-paying work. Not because they lack discipline, but because no one funded the credentials that open better doors. FOV raises money and puts it directly toward training and certification so Reservists can land real careers with real pay, without drill weekends becoming a financial penalty

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Fund careers, not handouts
Every dollar goes toward certifications and trade training that leads to a real job with real pay.
02
Break the cycle
When a Reservist has a stable income, drill weekends stop creating financial damage. That’s the win.
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Backed by the community
We partner with donors, businesses, and grant sources so Reservists can earn credentials without paying out of pocket.
What We Fund

We fund the training.
You Build The Career.

FOV raises funding and uses it to cover certification exams, approved training costs, and skills-based career pathways for eligible Reservists.

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ITCompTIA A+
ITNetwork+
ITSecurity+
TradeCarpentry Certifications
TradeHVAC Certifications
TradeElectrical Certifications
TradePlumbing Certifications
$500
Maximum award per applicant
The Reality

The gap is real. We are working to close it.

Lost wages
Every drill weekend, many reservists sacrifice civilian income to fulfill their commitment to serve, making it harder to invest in their future careers.
No path
Most reservists have no certification, no trade license, and no clear way into a career that pays what they deserve.
$500
For many reservists, less than $500 is all that stands between them and a certification or trade credential that can lead to better career opportunities.
How It Works

Five steps.
Clear accountability.

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Submit a request
Tell us who you are, what certification you want, and your timeline.
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Service verification
We verify eligible service through accepted documentation such as military ID, reserve unit orders, or other approved service records.
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Training validation
We confirm that the certification, course, or training pathway is connected to a real career outcome before approving funding
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Funding + milestones
Funding is tied to clear milestones such as enrollment confirmation, exam registration, or approved program requirements.
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Career launch
Once the certification or training is completed, FOV supports career readiness and tracks outcomes to measure long-term impact.

Ready to get funded?

Whether you're pursuing an industry certification or a skilled trade, FOV helps qualified reservists access the funding needed to move forward.

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Funded certifications include
CompTIA A+ Security+ Network+ HVAC Electrical Plumbing Carpentry
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Invest in a Reservist's
civilian career path

Every dollar goes directly toward certifications and trade training for reservists who are struggling financially. Be the reason someone's life changes.

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