Children of Fallen Patriots

CFP found that $500 million is needed to fund the nearly 20,000 children who have been left behind by troops who died in the line of duty over the past 35 years. Approximately 96 percent of fallen servicemembers are men.  Fifty-three percent of widows report earning less than $50,000 per year.  Even though government programs aid with education of children, these programs do not cover the full cost of college, nor do they reach all intended beneficiaries. Fallen Patriots has helped to bridge the $32,000 gap between government assistance programs and the cost of a four-year degree for our scholars.