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VA Secretary Doug Collins and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth sign an agreement to improve the military transition process and increase collaboration between VA and DoD.

FREE Annual Clothing Allowance

Learn about the VA clothing allowance benefit, including who is eligible and when to apply.

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Find Connection, Purpose and Remembrance at a Community Run

Community Runs are free, weekly or monthly gatherings hosted by "wear blue: run to remember." Join others and honor the service and sacrifice of America’s military, while moving your body and supporting one another.

FIND A RUN

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Launch Your Small Business Idea

Want to start a business but don’t know where to begin? A free course from Warrior Rising helps service-disabled Veterans take the first step.

SAVE YOUR SPOT

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Hundreds of Veterans Compete at National Veterans Golden Age Games

The National Veterans Golden Age Games kicks off May 31 in Memphis, Tennessee as Veterans age 55 and over compete in 18 medaled sports. Celebrate their incredible display of athleticism and determination, and follow the latest updates on Sports4Vets Facebook, Sports4Vets on Instagram, and Sports4Vets on X.

FOLLOW THE ACTION

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Find Money Resources, Boost Your Financial Literacy

Find trustworthy financial tools on FINVET, a one-stop website that promotes mental health by helping Veterans learn about and manage their finances. Veterans can get help to:

Meet essential needs
Save or earn more money
Lower bills and debt
Protect assets

GET THE RESOURCES

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Find Your Next Vacation

Veterans looking for exciting activities and trips this season, Veterans Canteen Service is launching the online tickets and travel shopping benefit. Find special offers, preferred seating, and tickets to top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, hotels, rental cars and more.

SHOP TICKETS AND TRAVEL

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Coping With Work Challenges

It can be challenging when things aren’t going well at work and these problems and issues can affect many parts of your life. So, it’s important to find effective ways to cope with job and employment concerns.

FIND HELPFUL RESOURCE

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History of VA: Dr. Philip Matz, A Pioneer in VA Medical Research

After World War I, Dr. Matz was the man chosen to lead the Veterans Bureau fledgling research division, which produced groundbreaking results for Veteran health care.

LEARN THE HISTORY

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Upcoming Events

There are hundreds of free events for Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. Check out the weekly outreach events calendar for all upcoming events, including:

Women Veterans Engage Conference, Lincoln, MA - May 31, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET

Baltimore Veterans Claims Clinic and Resource Fair, Baltimore, MD - June 7, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET

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Remembrance: Medal of Honor Recipients

There are 433 Medal of Honor recipients interred at VA national cemeteries, including six double recipients. Many received this honor posthumously. Learn more about the Medal of Honor and visit the recipients' memorial pages to celebrate their legacy, military service, and sacrifice to our nation.

REMEMBER THEIR SACRIFICE

Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the Week

Employers are looking to hire Veterans across the country. We're now posting all jobs in "Hiring Veterans" on VA News. Check out this week's list of 60 jobs, seven job fairs and two upcoming small business events, including:

Online: MOAA Virtual Hiring Event – June 4, 2025, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CT

FIND YOUR NEXT JOB

Check on Your Veteran Buddy!

For those with an immediate need, regardless of whether they are enrolled in VA benefits or health care, the Veterans Crisis Line is the fastest way to get help for someone in crisis or at risk for suicide. Dial 988 and Press 1, Text 838255 or Chat online.

VETERANS CRISIS LINE

Discounts and Deals for Veterans

Active military and Veterans can get 15% off their whole order on mattresses, bedding and accessories at Tuft & Needle.

ACCESS THE DISCOUNT

SAVE MONEY, FIND MORE DISCOUNTS

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