The Green Beret Foundation (GBF), the nation’s premier nonprofit organization serving U.S. Army Special Forces soldiers and their families, announced today the launch of its new Mobile Expeditionary Support Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to keep active-duty Green Berets connected to home during deployment. 

As part of the Foundation’s commitment to supporting the mind, body, and spirit of the Regiment, the Mobile Expeditionary Support Program bridges the gap between the military and civilian space, ensuring that soldiers remain anchored to the support of family, community, and country while deployed. 

The program centers on the creation and distribution of care packages filled with essential items, meaningful comforts from home, and handwritten notes of encouragement from the community. Aptia, the leading U.S. employee benefits administrator and global pensions, health, and insurance provider, is the first corporate partner to join this effort, fueling the launch of the initiative. Their involvement also aligned with Aptia’s Annual Sales Kickoff Meeting, where employees participated in assembling care packages as part of their commitment to service. 

“The care packages serve as a tangible reminder that our Green Berets are never alone, no matter where their mission takes them. By launching this program, we’re strengthening the vital connection between the Regiment, their families, and the communities who stand behind them,” said Charlie Iacono, President and CEO of the Green Beret Foundation. 

“Aptia is honored to support the Green Beret Foundation and the members of the Special Operations Forces through the Mobile Expeditionary Support Program. While we can never fully repay the debt owed to these warriors and their families, we can ensure they know they are not forgotten, and that their service is deeply valued,” said Jeff Williams, President and CEO of Aptia. 

The first care package assembly event took place on September 30, 2025, where the Green Beret Foundation team, alongside Aptia employees and volunteers, assembled care packages and shared more about the Mobile Expeditionary Support Program’s mission and impact. We are grateful to our Green Beret-owned companies, such as Anthem Snacks and Alpha Elite Performance, for their generous in-kind product support for this first event. 

The Foundation also encourages additional corporate partnerships to join this program as a meaningful way to support the Special Forces community and advance the Green Beret Foundation’s mission. For future Mobile Expeditionary Support Program corporate partnership opportunities, please email fundraise@greenberetfoundation.org.