#VetResources

VA, in support of The Strong Veterans Act of 2022, has dedicated a week to organize and facilitate Veteran connections, outreach and education around peer wellness, crisis prevention and community. This week is appropriately titled “Buddy Check Week” and will be held soon from Oct. 16 to 20.

Many people are familiar with the nonprofit organization DAV (Disabled American Veterans).  Founded in 1920, DAV continues its service today by providing guidance to Veterans from all generations on their claims and benefit options and by offering no-cost transportation to VA medical facilities. Nearly a decade ago, the DAV expanded its support of service members and Veterans by creating an employment program. 

American Corporate Partners connects post-9/11 Veterans with corporate professionals for customized career guidance.

As many of us know firsthand, caregiving can be one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have, but it can also be one of the most challenging – especially when you are facing an emergency in your home or a disaster in your community. To make matters worse, resources to help families prepare for disasters often lack content that reflects the unique needs of family caregivers, despite the critical role they play in these crises.

Franchising is an ideal way for Veterans to get into business ownership. It’s the perfect hybrid between working for a company and starting your own business from scratch.

Dream Foundation is the only national dream-granting organization for terminally ill adults. The organization has served more than 34,000 final Dreams since its inception in 1994 and receives no state or federal funding, relying solely on private donations. Dream Foundation created Dreams for Veterans in 2014 to tailor the Dream experience to Veterans, service members and their families.

RallyPoint is a place where the military community can come together, share stories, exchange advice and enjoy the unique bond of military friendships.

Blue Star Welcome Week is Sept. 23-Oct. 1. The week was designed by Blue Star Families to help military and Veteran families feel connected and supported with their communities wherever they are.

If you're a gaming aficionado or a Veteran looking to bond on the virtual battlefield, the 2023 Warrior GMR VA Duel of Champions Sept. 16-17 is an event you won't want to miss.

Warrior Rising, an organization that helps Veterans succeed in business, will be awarding a free Dirty Dough mobile franchise to a deserving business-minded Veteran.

Through our valued partnership with Dirty Dough, a nationwide cookie franchisor, we can offer a rare opportunity to own your own mobile franchise valued at over $200,000, without any franchise fees!

In the 22 years since 9/11, Veterans have consistently risen to the occasion, ensuring that we "never forget" the spirit of unity that defined the nation at that pivotal moment. We've dedicated ourselves to volunteering in under-resourced communities, lending a hand during natural disasters and serving in food banks to combat food insecurity.

VA, in collaboration with non-governmental organizations, hosts a series of monthly job fairs across the country for service members and Veterans. Whether you are looking for a job or considering a change in career path, attending one of these fairs in-person or virtually can be an excellent way to start or advance your civilian job search.