CACI Launches Good Dogs for Great Americans to Help Veterans Regain Independence Through Custom-Trained Service Dogs

The donation amount will depend on the Capitals' blocked shots; funding training for up to eight dogs annually is an expectation.

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CACI International (CACI) launched Good Dogs for Great Americans on September 24, 2026, linking Washington Capitals blocked shots to service-dog funding.

Through its season-long CACI On Defense program, CACI will donate $250 to America's VetDogs for each Capitals blocked shot during the NHL season. The donations will help train and place service dogs with veterans facing physical disabilities, post-traumatic stress, hearing or vision loss, and other challenges. Based on the team's average of approximately 1,300 blocked shots per season, the partnership is expected to fund training for up to eight service dogs annually. Fans will see the campaign through in-arena features, broadcasts and social media.

Key Figures

Donation per blocked shot: $250 per blocked shot Seasonal blocked-shot average: Approximately 1,300 blocked shots per season Annual service-dog training: Up to 8 service dogs annually

Donation per blocked shot

$250 per blocked shot

CACI donation to America's VetDogs during the NHL season

Seasonal blocked-shot average

Approximately 1,300 blocked shots per season

Team average used as the program's funding basis

Annual service-dog training

Up to 8 service dogs annually

Expected funding outcome of the partnership

Key Terms

501(c)(3)

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501(c)(3) regulatory

"America's VetDogs is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization"

A 501(c)(3) is a U.S. federal tax designation for organizations organized and operated for charitable, educational, religious, scientific or literary purposes, which exempts them from federal income tax and generally makes donations to them tax-deductible. Investors pay attention because the designation shapes how the organization raises money, what activities it can legally pursue (for example, limits on political lobbying), and how transparent and financially stable it must be—factors that affect risk, reputation, and potential partnerships.

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New partnership with the Washington Capitals and America's VetDogs turns every Capitals blocked shot into funding to train and place service dogs

RESTON, Va., Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CACI International Inc. (NYSE: CACI) today announced the launch of Good Dogs for Great Americans, the company's signature philanthropy program dedicated to helping veterans regain independence through specially trained service dogs. In partnership with the Washington Capitals and America's VetDogs, the program turns defense on the ice into life-changing support for those who defended our nation.

As the ambassador for Good Dogs for Great Americans, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Mike Shields, CACI Senior Vice President, brings more than three decades of Army leadership and a commitment to serving America's veterans.

"Throughout my Army career, I learned that no one succeeds alone. We rely on trusted teammates to overcome obstacles and accomplish the mission," said Shields. "For many veterans, a specially trained service dog becomes that trusted partner. The dogs provide greater independence, renewed confidence, reduced anxiety, and unwavering support every day. I'm proud to help champion CACI's Good Dogs for Great Americans because this organization allows more veterans the opportunity to experience that profound partnership and improved quality of life."

The program comes to life through CACI On Defense, CACI's season-long activation with the Washington Capitals. Throughout the NHL season, CACI will donate $250 to America's VetDogs for every Capitals blocked shot. Those donations will help train and place service dogs with veterans living with physical disabilities, post-traumatic stress, hearing and vision loss, and other challenges. Based on the team's average of approximately 1,300 blocked shots each season, the partnership is expected to fund training for up to eight service dogs annually.

Service dogs trained by America's VetDogs help veterans and first responders navigate everyday life, increase mobility, independence, and improve overall well-being. Each placement helps individuals regain confidence while strengthening their connection to their communities.

"We are incredibly proud to partner with CACI in support of our mission to provide life-changing service dogs to veterans with disabilities," said John Miller, president and CEO of America's VetDogs. "A service dog can restore confidence, independence and dignity, empowering a veteran to navigate everyday life with greater freedom. CACI's partnership will help us expand that impact and reach more veterans who can benefit from these extraordinary partnerships. We are grateful for their commitment to those who have served and for helping ensure more veterans have access to the support they deserve, at no cost to them."

"We're thrilled to partner with CACI through the CACI On Defense Program. CACI has been an outstanding partner to the Capitals, and this platform reflects a shared commitment to honoring and supporting our nation's veterans. It gives us a meaningful way to support the veteran community that means so much to the Capitals and our fans, and we're excited to build on this partnership and create lasting impact for years to come," said Patrick Duffy, Chief Partnership Officer at Monumental Sports & Entertainment.

Throughout the season, fans will experience CACI On Defense through in-arena features, broadcast integrations, social media, and community storytelling, highlighting how every blocked shot helps change veterans' lives.

About CACI
CACI International Inc (NYSE: CACI) is a technology-first national security company that expands the limits of national security through innovation, discipline, and operational excellence. We deliver advanced technologies that help our customers move faster, operate more efficiently, and anticipate and defeat evolving threats. Our 27,000 talented employees and strong culture drive our success and have earned CACI recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. CACI is a member of the Fortune 500™, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index. For more information, visit caci.com.

About Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) is one of the leading integrated sports and entertainment companies globally. MSE's portfolio spans premier professional sports teams, world-class venues, and next-generation media properties, with marquee assets including the NHL's Washington Capitals, NBA's Washington Wizards, WNBA's Washington Mystics, NBA G League's Capital City Go-Go, Capital One Arena, and Monumental Sports Network, along with an investment in Team Liquid.

Rooted in the nation's capital, MSE brings Washington, D.C.'s distinct influence, ambition, and leadership to the global sports and entertainment landscape. The company harnesses the power of its platform to drive continuous innovation and deliver extraordinary experiences that inspire and unite our community, our fans, and our people. For additional information on MSE, please visit monumentalsports.com.

About America's VetDogs
For more than 20 years, America's VetDogs (www.VetDogs.org) has trained and placed guide and service dogs to provide independence, enhanced mobility, and companionship to veterans with disabilities from all eras. In 2015, America's VetDogs opened its programs to first responders, including fire, police, and emergency medical personnel. America's VetDogs is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization founded by the Guide Dog Foundation (est. 1946) and serves our country's and communities' heroes in all 50 states, Washington, DC. Puerto Rico, and beyond. America's VetDogs relies on contributions from generous individuals, corporations, service clubs, and foundations to fund its mission to help those who have served our country live with dignity and independence. It costs more than $50,000 to breed, raise, train, and place one assistance dog, but America's VetDogs provides its services completely free of charge to the individual. America's VetDogs has been accredited by both the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International. Apply, volunteer, and donate at VetDogs.org.

There are statements made herein which do not address historical facts and therefore could be interpreted to be forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are subject to factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from anticipated results. The factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated include, but are not limited to, the risk factors set forth in CACI's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, and other such filings that CACI makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time. Any forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied upon and only speak as of the date hereof.

Corporate Communications and Media:	Investor Relations:
Gino Bona	George Price
Executive Vice President, Corporate Communications	Senior Vice President, Investor Relations
(571) 597-2787, gino.bona@caci.com	(703) 841-7818, george.price@caci.com

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How much will CACI donate for each Washington Capitals blocked shot?

CACI will donate $250 to America's VetDogs for every Capitals blocked shot during the NHL season through its CACI On Defense program.

Do veterans pay for service dogs through CACI's America's VetDogs partner?

America's VetDogs provides its services free of charge to recipients. Breeding, raising, training and placing one assistance dog costs the organization more than $50,000.