CARLISLE, Pa. —Recognizing the opportunities that the Army Heritage Center Foundation is giving women to lead in a traditionally male-dominated field, the foundation, based in historic Carlisle, was among the employers honored with an “Empowering Women” Award from Central Penn Business Journal on Tuesday.
The nonprofit foundation’s work on behalf of women was saluted, including their success in recruiting women for top leadership roles, building a culture that supports women at every age, and offering programming and mentorship opportunities that promote women in the larger community.
In the 250th anniversary year for the U.S. Army, women have frequently been the face of the organization, including at major industry conferences that include the Society for Military History, the American Bus Association’s Marketplace and the local chapters of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
The foundation has elevated women’s accomplishments through Women Veterans Day, a focus on Vietnam nurses, support for Gold Star Mothers, and inspirational appearances at major public events. The 12-member staff connect the stories of veterans with the American public on social media, through direct mail and online outreach, and through real-world programs and events.
President Julie Germany was the keynote speaker for the Carlisle Burrough’s annual Memorial Day ceremony in May 2025.
“We support the community of women in military history through programming and networking opportunities and continue to attract top female talent on our team and on our board,” President Julie Germany said.
“Our foundation staff, board and soldier stories are wonderfully diverse,” said Germany. “We are grateful for the recognition we have received from Central Penn Business Journal, validating our growing success in our mission to empower women and create a better future for our Army soldiers and our communities.”
The Army Heritage Center Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to sharing the stories of U.S. Army soldiers from all eras, fostering understanding and building meaningful connections between the military and civilian communities. The primary beneficiary of the foundation’s philanthropic contributions is the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, which collects, preserves, and presents materials related to the evolution and application of land power as well as the experiences of American soldiers, to build a foundation for strategic thought and to connect the public to the U.S. Army. The Army Heritage Center Foundation (armyheritage.org) is a charitable organization separate from the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center. As a private, nonprofit, non-Federal entity, AHCF is not affiliated with the Department of Defense and has no governmental status.
