Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Aspire Health Partners, Tampa

02/15/2026

With more than 2 million African Americans serving in the U.S. military today, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, VFW commends their service and sacrifice in protecting our country.

Like many veterans whose military service paved a path to success in civilian life, African American veterans have used the experience and discipline they acquired in the military to attain prominent positions in the civilian world.

Here are some of the best-known African American celebrities whose contributions to popular culture and society began after their discharge from the armed forces.

Learn more about some of the most famous African American veterans who built upon their military service with successful second acts in civilian life!:

With more than 2 million African Americans serving in the U.S. military today, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, VFW commends their service and sacrifice in protecting our country.

02/11/2026

The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American military aviators during WWII with an outstanding combat record. They had to overcame racism and prove themselves during a time when America was racially segregated. The Tuskegee Airman inspired generations of aviators.

https://www.afhistory.af.mil/FAQs/Fact-Sheets/Article/458979/tuskegee-airmen/

01/22/2026

Retired Maj. Gen. Hammer Hartsell, Executive Director, Florida Department of Veterans Affairs; Heather Youmans (Cohen Veterans Network); Alex Field (Jacksonville Clinic Director); Karen Blanchette (Tampa Clinic Director), and Retired Brig. Gen. Michael Fleming (Cohen Veterans Network) joined in discussions on how Florida can strengthen mental health support for veterans, service members, and military families across the State.

01/21/2026

Todd Dixon (Aspire), Marti Coley (former member of the Florida House of Representatives), Karen Blanchette (Tampa Clinic Director), Alex Field (Jacksonville Clinic Director), Senator Clay Yarborough, and Retired Brig. Gen. Michael Fleming (Cohen Veterans Network) met to discuss ways Florida can strengthen mental health support for veterans, service members, and military families across the State.

01/21/2026

Make self-care a priority and embrace the love within through these helpful self-love tips, whether you are single or in a relationship.

The new year can bring resolutions, healthy habits, positive changes, and reminders to take care of ourselves. Remember that love comes in all forms,

01/15/2026

Nominations for the 2026 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year® are now open, and we would love your help spreading the word!

As a nonprofit initiative, the AFI MSOY® program recognizes and empowers extraordinary military spouses who drive meaningful change through leadership, advocacy, and service to their communities.

Nominate a military spouse who inspires, empowers, engages, and advocates for the military community: https://msoy.afi.org/

Nominations close Friday, January 16th.

01/01/2026

Please review the holiday hours for the Cohen Clinics at Aspire Health Partners.

If you or someone you love needs immediate support during the holidays, the Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7.
📞 Dial 988, then press 1.

We wish you and your loved ones a safe and peaceful holiday season.