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When people think about veteran-owned businesses, they often picture defense contractors, consultants, security firms, or government contractors. Those businesses certainly matter, but some of the most mission-driven veteran-owned businesses I have encountered look very different. They are family farms. They are breweries. They are distilleries. They are ranches. They are agricultural operations and small manufacturing businesses rooted in local communities. Before focusing m

Many traditional law firms are built around a physical office. They pay rent, utilities, furniture costs, office equipment, maintenance, parking, reception staff, and a variety of other expenses that have little to do with solving a client's legal problem. Those costs have to be paid somehow, which often means higher hourly rates, larger retainers, and invoices for every phone call, email, or meeting.

The National Park Service leasing program was specifically designed to encourage productive use of historic and underutilized properties while advancing public purposes. Some of the most successful projects have involved nonprofits, educational institutions, conservation organizations, and mission-driven businesses that brought creativity and commitment to a property that might otherwise sit vacant.

Ever Wish You Could Pursue Your Mission—and Help Our National Parks at the Same Time? Public lands nonprofits and advocacy groups often...

The Powerhouse Building at Grand Canyon National Park Did you know that nonprofits can lease historic buildings in national parks?...

When the federal government proposes a major project, policy, or regulation that may impact the environment, public lands, or cultural...