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VA Summer Sports Clinic: Registration Now Open

Would your current rehabilitation benefit from the value of adaptive summer sports? Join the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic in San Diego, June 4-9, 2023. Registration is open now through Feb. 10. Spots are limited.

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Upcoming Events

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JOB FAIRS
Western Virtual Career Fair for Veterans – Jan 24
G.I. Jobs Virtual Job Fair – Jan 25
Virtual Hiring Fair: Health Care – Jan 25
San Antonio Veterans Job Fair – Jan 26


Job Trainings

JOB TRAININGS
Small Business Administration Hour with Veterans – Jan 20
Veteran Financial Literacy Workshop – Jan 20
Veteran & MilSpouse Resume Workshop – Jan 20


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WHOLE HEALTH
Online Fitness Workshop for Military Veterans – Jan 21
"Stress Solutions" - Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces – Jan 22


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RESOURCES
Pre-Need and Burial Eligibility – Jan 25
Interagency Veterans Advisory Council Quarterly Meeting – Jan 25
Crop Insurance 101 – Jan 26


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15% Off Dell - Offer Ends Soon

For a limited time, Veterans are eligible for 15% off all eligible Dell products. Click the link below to verify your military status, activate your discount code and start saving (exclusions may apply). Don't delay, this offer ends tomorrow!

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Launch Your Leadership Journey. Apply by Jan 20 for the next cohort of the Policy Circle's Civic Leadership Engagement Roadmap (CLER) program.


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Searching for a Veteran Podcast? Find it on Wreaths Across America Radio

Wreaths Across America Radio (WAA Radio) is a 24/7 national internet radio station that airs podcasts and radio shows aimed at educating and entertaining Veterans. WAA Radio is also available on the iHeartRadio, Audacy and TuneIn apps. 

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Enter the Untold Story Challenge for Chance to Win $5K Grand Prize

Are you (or do you know) a military or Veteran child who is interested in sharing their story through writing, drawing, film, photography or any creative practice? Encourage them to enter the Untold Story Challenge, which seeks to shine a light on America’s military kids and youth.

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Calling All Writers

Do you want to write stories that honor Veterans from the comfort of your own home? Click here to volunteer.

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Learn how this Veteran found camaraderie and understanding, which helped her to heal decades after trauma.


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Expanding Community Connection for Veterans with Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families (BSF) connects military families with their civilian neighbors–both people and organizations–to create strong communities of support. Read how BSF helped one Army retiree connect with his community after 30 years of active duty service.

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Free, Online Bystander Intervention Training for Veterans

Bystander Intervention Training for Veterans is free, online and requires no registration. The training can help Veterans learn to recognize and respond to harassment and sexual assault, and contribute to a healthy, safe environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

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Win $100 Gift Card by Answering the Following Question:

What's the funniest thing you've seen at a military ball?

 


Veteran Jobs

LabCorp - Micro Technologist/CLS - CA
Spire Hospitality - The Grove Resort - FL
Claro Pool Services - Pool Maintenance Technician - CA
Electronics Technician, Lansing, MI
Service Center Operator, Greater Charleston, SC
Warehouse Associate/Non-Driver, Multiple Locations
Controls Specialist, Tonganoxie, KS
Showroom Sales Associate, Dothan, AL 
Field Service Engineer, Remote- NE Region 
Field Service Engineer, Remote- Mid-Atlantic Region
Event Technician, Nationwide
Service Mechanic, Nationwide
Over 100 vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide


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Carhartt 25% off for military and Veterans.

Vet Tix Free tickets to various events for active military, Veterans and immediate family members of troops killed in action.

Sunglass Hut 15% off discount.

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Veterans Crisis Line988 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255
Vet Centers: 1-877-927-8387
Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat


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