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Career & Education
DoD SkillBridge
Gain valuable civilian work experience through training and internships during your last 180 days of service. This program provides hands-on skill development and can lead to a direct job offer.
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Receive financial support for your education and housing. The GI Bill can be used for college, graduate school, vocational training, and more.
Learn MoreO*NET Military Crosswalk
Translate your military skills and job experience to civilian occupations. This tool helps you identify career paths that align with your military background.
Learn MoreAmerican Corporate Partners (ACP)
ACP connects post-9/11 veterans, active duty spouses, and transitioning service members with corporate mentors for year-long, one-on-one career development. Programs include mentorship, Inside Look webinars, and AdvisorNet networking.
Learn MoreWarriors to Workforce Program (W2W)
The Warriors to Workforce (W2W) Program is an internship program offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that provides transitioning Service members and Veterans with a career opportunity within the federal government. It focuses specifically on training individuals to become Contract Specialists within the VA's acquisition field. The program supports the U.S. military and Veterans by offering a path to apply their military skills and experiences to a new career in federal service, ensuring they transition into quality, long-term employment.
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Financial & Wellness
VA Home Loans
Benefit from a no-down-payment home loan with competitive interest rates. The VA loan program makes homeownership more accessible for veterans and their families.
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Access world-class medical services, including preventive care, mental health services, and specialty treatment through the VA health care system.
Learn MoreHeadstrong
Receive confidential and cost-free mental health care from culturally competent clinicians. Headstrong offers comprehensive mental wellness support for veterans and service members.
Learn MoreAmeriCU Credit Union
AmeriCU has a proud heritage of serving military members, including those on active duty, retired, in the reserves, and veterans, along with their family members. The credit union offers specialized financial services and support tailored to their unique needs. This includes a Virtual Financial Center to assist military personnel with managing their finances from anywhere in the world. They also provide financial counseling and resources to help military families with budgeting and other financial goals. AmeriCU offers discounts and rate enhancements on loans and savings products for qualifying military members and veterans.
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Armed Forces Bank
Armed Forces Bank (AFB) is a full-service bank with a long history of serving the U.S. military and veteran community. Founded in 1907, the bank's mission is dedicated to providing financial services that meet the unique needs of active-duty and retired military personnel, Department of Defense employees, and their families. Approximately 75% of the AFB staff has a military affiliation, allowing the bank to provide an authentic understanding of the military lifestyle, including frequent moves and deployments.
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Bank of America
Bank of America is a major supporter of the U.S. military, veterans, and their families, with a long history of dedication that began over a century ago. Their commitment is demonstrated through a combination of tailored financial products, employment initiatives, and community partnerships.
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Chase Military Banking
JPMorgan Chase & Co., through its Chase Military Banking initiative, is a major financial institution that offers specialized support and services for U.S. military members, veterans, and their families. Their commitment goes beyond traditional banking and includes a comprehensive strategy focused on veteran employment, homeownership, and financial health. The company has a dedicated Office of Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA) that oversees these programs and partnerships with other organizations that assist the military community.
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Citibank
Citibank's approach to military and veteran support centers on providing tailored financial services, including credit card benefits, and creating a veteran-friendly workplace. They have a long-standing commitment to assisting service members with the financial aspects of military life and their transition to civilian life. A key part of their strategy is to leverage the skills and leadership experience that veterans bring to the corporate world. The "Citi Salutes" initiative is a central component of this effort, fostering an inclusive environment for veterans and their families.
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Freestar Financial Credit Union
Freestar Financial Credit Union has a rich history of serving the U.S. military community. Its support is rooted in its founding mission. As a not-for-profit financial institution, it focuses on providing low-cost financial services and giving back to its members. Its support for the military community includes specialized financial products, educational opportunities, and community-based initiatives, all designed to assist service members and veterans in their financial well-being.
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Marine Federal Credit Union
Marine Federal Credit Union's support for the military is central to its identity. Founded to serve the financial needs of Marines, the credit union's mission is "working together to secure and protect your financial success." They offer a range of products and services designed to provide lower interest rates on loans, better returns on savings, and financial education, all with the goal of helping service members and veterans achieve financial security.
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Navy Federal Credit Union
Navy Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution that serves the U.S. military, veterans, and their families. It is the largest credit union in the world, with a mission focused on providing financial products and services tailored to the unique needs of its members.
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Pentagon Federal Credit Union
Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed) is a federally insured credit union that provides a wide range of financial products and services. While it's one of the largest credit unions in the U.S. and serves a broad membership, it has a strong mission to support the U.S. military, veterans, and their families. This support is often provided through its affiliated non-profit, the PenFed Foundation. The foundation focuses on programs that empower the military community, addressing financial needs, providing support during transitions to civilian life, and helping with homeownership and entrepreneurship. PenFed Credit Union itself generously funds the foundation's operational and personnel costs, ensuring that a significant portion of donations go directly to programs.
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Service Credit Union
Service Credit Union (SCU) is a financial cooperative that originated in New Hampshire to serve the U.S. military. It has a long-standing commitment to providing banking services to military members, veterans, and their families, both domestically and overseas. SCU's services are designed to address the unique financial challenges faced by the military community, such as frequent relocations and deployments.
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Soarion Credit Union
The organization, now called Soarion Credit Union, began in 1952 as the Lackland Federal Credit Union. It was founded by ten servicemen at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, to provide financial support to local airmen. While its name and mission have evolved to serve a broader community, it maintains its strong heritage and commitment to the U.S. military and veterans. Its mission is to empower members through simplified financial solutions and financial education, fostering a stronger community.
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Security Service Federal Credit Union
Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) is a financial institution with a strong history of serving the military. Founded in 1956 at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, the credit union's mission is rooted in providing financial services to military members and their families. While its field of membership has expanded over the years to include residents of Texas, Colorado, and Utah, it continues to offer specialized programs and services tailored to the needs of the U.S. military community.
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U.S. Bank
U.S. Bank's support for the military and veteran community is multifaceted, focusing on financial services, employment, and community engagement. They are a nationally recognized corporate supporter of military service members, veterans, and their families. This commitment is guided by their internal "Proud to Serve Business Resource Group," which focuses on honoring, celebrating, and supporting this community. The bank also offers specific financial products and services, provides career opportunities and support for transitioning service members, and partners with military-focused organizations.
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USAA
USAA (United Services Automobile Association) is a financial services company that provides a wide range of products and services to the U.S. military community and their families. USAA's support extends to: Financial Services, Military Life Resources, Career Support, and Philanthropy.
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Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo has a long history of supporting the U.S. military and veterans. Their efforts are focused on three main areas: financial services, employment and career development, and community support. They have a dedicated team for military talent acquisition and retention and provide a wide array of financial products and services with special benefits. They also actively partner with non-profit organizations to help veterans and their families with housing, financial education, and career transition.
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Entrepreneurship
IVMF at Syracuse University
The D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families offers a wide range of programs like EBV (Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans) and V-WISE (Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship) to help veterans and their families start and grow businesses.
Learn MoreSBA Boots to Business
Part of the Department of Defense's Transition Assistance Program (TAP), this training provides an overview of business ownership for service members and military spouses.
Learn MoreBunker Labs
Bunker Labs is a national non-profit that provides community, programs, and courses to help veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. They offer programs like Veterans in Residence and the Launch Lab Online.
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