Fairbanks Morse Defense Launches Company-Wide Habitat for Humanity Initiative Supporting Veterans and Military Families

FMD partners with Habitat for Humanity Waukesha-Jefferson-Rock on its inaugural Acts of Courage build, launching a global employee campaign to support Habitat affiliates where FMD operates.

BELOIT, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD), a time-tested provider of mission-critical maritime defense solutions, today announced the launch of a company-wide community service initiative centered on supporting Habitat for Humanity. This initiative brings FMD’s longstanding commitment to those who have served directly into the communities veterans and military families call home, while honoring and supporting those in need.

The initiative will begin through a partnership with Habitat for Humanity Waukesha-Jefferson-Rock, which will serve as the foundation for a broader company-wide effort encouraging employees across FMD’s global locations to support Habitat for Humanity affiliates in the communities where they live and work.

“One of the most meaningful ways we can honor those who serve is to stand beside them and help build stronger, safer communities,” said Fairbanks Morse Defense CEO George Whittier. “That is what our people do every day in support of the fleet, and it is the same spirit we are bringing to Habitat for Humanity. We are proud to launch this partnership in our hometown and expand it across FMD.”

Approximately 17 million veterans live across the United States, and many face housing insecurity or significant housing cost burdens. To help address this need, the campaign will begin with FMD’s sponsorship of Habitat for Humanity Waukesha-Jefferson-Rock’s inaugural Acts of Courage build, a volunteer initiative that brings together veterans, active-duty service members and community volunteers to construct safe, affordable housing for local families.

The inaugural Acts of Courage build will take place September 8–19 in Janesville, Wisconsin, as part of FMD’s broader volunteer campaign running through Veterans Day on November 11, 2026. Throughout the campaign, FMD will encourage employees around the world to support Habitat for Humanity in their local communities by volunteering on home construction and repair projects, making donations, and contributing in other meaningful ways.

Through these collective efforts, FMD aims to make a lasting difference for veterans, military families and the communities its employees call home.

About Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD)

Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD) builds, maintains and services the most trusted naval power and propulsion systems on the planet. For nearly a century, Fairbanks Morse Defense has been a principal supplier of a growing array of leading marine technologies, OEM parts and turnkey services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. FMD stands ready to rapidly support the systems that power military fleets without compromising safety or quality. In times of peace and war, the experienced engineers, sailors and technicians of FMD demonstrate our commitment to supporting the mission and vision of critical global naval operations wherever and whenever needed. FMD is a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management.

To learn more, visit www.FairbanksMorseDefense.com.

About Habitat for Humanity Waukesha – Jefferson – Rock

Habitat for Humanity Waukesha - Jefferson - Rock partners with families, volunteers, donors, and communities to expand access to affordable housing through homeownership opportunities and critical home repairs. In 2025, the organization launched its expansion into Rock County and is actively developing projects in both Beloit and Janesville to address the growing need for affordable housing. Habitat is currently constructing homes in Waukesha, Jefferson, and Rock Counties and continues to build partnerships that create pathways to safe, healthy, and stable housing for local families. Habitat for Humanity Waukesha - Jefferson - Rock is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and Equal Housing Lender. To learn more, visit www.habitatwjr.org