Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services (the Center) just published an updated Three-Year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2028, designed to enhance the wellbeing of veterans and their families through our work with organizations, donors, and communities nationwide. This strategic roadmap emphasizes critical thinking, adaptability, and collaboration with partners to effectively address evolving needs in veteran support.
Key focus areas include strengthening organizational governance, securing sustainable funding, expanding targeted outreach, and driving systemic change. With a renewed focus on broadening the Center’s reach and impact, tactics outlined in the plan will ensure veterans receive comprehensive, community-based support while positioning the Center as a top resource.
The Center has completed a comprehensive rewrite of our Three-Year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2028. This renewed strategic roadmap is the culmination of months of thoughtful input from our team and stakeholders, marking a pivotal moment as we further our mission of empowering veterans and their families. We are excited to share this significant news with our valued supporters, partners, and the entire veteran support community.
Upon finalizing our Three-Year Strategic Plan and priorities, our team begins the new year with a clear focus on enhancing the wellbeing of veterans and their families through partnerships with organizations, donors, and communities across the nation. Supported by The Fedcap Group, our strategy for the coming years centers on closing critical gaps in veteran support by fostering collaboration, encouraging resource sharing, and promoting innovation.
In the January 20, 2026, issue of The Bugler, we shared news of a major milestone: the launch of our FY26–FY28 Roadmap to Impact, Growth, and Sustainability. The Roadmap outlines a multi-year approach to building a stronger, more resilient organization—one that sharpens governance, diversifies revenue, and uses targeted outreach to extend our reach and deepen our impact for veterans and their families.
The key to our approach lies in focusing the team on how to think, not necessarily what to think. As we embark on this new chapter, guided by our updated Three-Year Strategic Plan, it is essential to approach every initiative with a mindset rooted in critical thinking and adaptability. The rapidly evolving landscape of veteran services demands that we consistently evaluate our programs and business development strategies, anticipate changes, and respond proactively to emerging needs. By cultivating a culture of critical analysis and remaining nimble, we can adeptly identify new opportunities, address unforeseen challenges, and ensure that our efforts remain relevant and impactful for the communities we serve.
The Center’s updated strategic plan sets forth a bold vision: to become the nation’s leading resource for integrating veterans and their families into thriving communities. Guided by this noble ambition, the plan details our mission, addresses sector challenges, and lays out strategic goals and actionable initiatives that will drive our impact, growth, and sustainability over the next three years.
As we share this updated strategic plan, we thank our partners, supporters, and community members—because your insights have helped shape this intentional direction. Your continued support and engagement are critical as we move forward. Together, we will ensure that the Center continues to lead the way in creating lasting, transformative change for those who have served our nation.
