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  • From unemployable to Ph.D.

    From unemployable to Ph.D.

    How an Army Veteran rated for Individual Unemployability (IU) took control of his life, and now holds the title Doctor.

  • Veteran & military year-round discounts

    Veteran & military year-round discounts

    As a way to say thank you, many retailers and businesses offer a Veteran discounts year round. We've compiled a list of deals for you.

  • How mentorship helps Veteran founders succeed

    How mentorship helps Veteran founders succeed

    DAV Patriot Boot Camp connects transitioning service members, Veterans and military spouses with education and mentorship to help them succeed as founders.

  • For this Army Veteran and VA employee, VA is a lifeline

    For this Army Veteran and VA employee, VA is a lifeline

    At some point, everyone needs an advocate ­­­­—a lifeline to provide support and guidance during life’s most challenging moments. VA is that lifeline.

  • Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Dec. 15, 2025

    Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Dec. 15, 2025

    This post includes links to job listings for the week of Dec. 15, 2025. We will continue to post relevant listings as we receive them.

  • Franchise to be your own boss during the holidays

    Franchise to be your own boss during the holidays

    Vetrepreneur offers free franchise coaching to navigate the process of selecting and evaluating a franchise.

  • “My mentor helped me double my salary”

    “My mentor helped me double my salary”

    American Corporate Partners provides free dedicated mentors for Veterans and military spouses to supercharge your job search.

  • Navigating the holidays

    Navigating the holidays

    The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) helps survivors who are grieving the death of a military or Veteran loved one navigate the holidays.

  • Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Dec. 8, 2025

    Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for Dec. 8, 2025

    This post contains links to job listings for the week of Dec. 8, 2025. Each week, we’ll continue to post relevant and timely jobs as we receive them, and for the locations listed.

  • GWOT 100: 1 mission. 1 month. 100 miles.

    GWOT 100: 1 mission. 1 month. 100 miles.

    The Global War on Terror (GWOT) shaped the lives of millions of service members, Veterans,  and military families. The GWOT 100 is a new way to honor that era together. GWOT 100 is a free, month-long, virtual challenge held each February. The mission is simple: complete 100 miles in 28 days.

  • Apply now: Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant Program

    Apply now: Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant Program

    Hiring Our Heroes is proud to support America’s military-connected entrepreneurs through the Small Business Grant Program, which provides funding to help Veteran- and military spouse-owned businesses grow and thrive.

  • National Veterans Golden Age Games online store now open

    National Veterans Golden Age Games online store now open

    VA is excited to announce that the National Veterans Golden Age Games Online Store, powered by Veterans Canteen Service, is officially open.

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