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If you need assistance determining where to go for care or have questions about the VA resources available to you, call [1-800-MyVA411](tel:18006982411) ([1-800-698-2411](tel:18006982411)) or click below for VA facility operating status and contact information. [FACILITY LOCATOR]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [woman mentoring other woman]( Free Career Guidance: Get a Job Through American Corporate Partners Whether it's a higher-paying job or a promotion, Veterans can get free customized career guidance from American Corporate Partners (ACP). The average starting salary for Veterans who use ACP is $93,000! [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [students at the campus expo for the student veterans of america national conference]( VA Supports Student Veterans at National Conference More than 2,500 student Veterans, their families and others from across the country made their way to Nashville Jan. 4-6 to attend the 2024 Student Veterans of America (SVA) National Conference, also known as NatCon. [LEARN MORE]( [(Sign Up by Jan 12) Women Veteran Fraud Listening Session - Jan 16]( [(Sign Up by Jan 17) Minority V]([eteran Fraud Listening Session - Jan 25]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Upcoming Events [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( RESOURCES [Newport News, VA Military Community Education & DoD Skillbridge Connect – Jan 11]( [(Online) G.I. Jobs Get Hired Workshop – Jan 11]( [(Online) Preparing for Veteran Small Business Certification – Jan 11]( [(Online) How to Work a Virtual Job Fair – Jan 13]( [(Online) First Steps to Financial Freedom: Session 1 – Jan 17]( [(Online) Military-Friendly Job Fair – Jan 18]( --------------------------------------------------------------- VIETNAM WAR COMMEMORATION [dog tags illustration] [(Online and in person) Vietnam War 50th: Character & Courage – Jan 13]( [Washington, D.C. Vietnam War 50th Legacy Reception – Jan 13]( --------------------------------------------------------------- COMMUNITY [Chicago, IL Veterans Coffee Social – Jan 11]( [Denver, CO Veterans Benefits Seminar – Jan 11]( [(Online) VA Caregiver Support Program Overview – Jan 11]( [Abilene, TX Veteran Town Hall – Jan 11]( [Helena, MT Veterans Benefits Seminar – Jan 12]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [DAV Patriot Boot Camp]( Calling Vetrepreneurs: DAV Patriot Boot Camp Applications are Open Are you a Veteran and business owner looking to launch your company into the next stage of growth? Join the next DAV Patriot Boot Camp Feb. 7-9. This three-day event empowers founders in the Veteran and military community, including spouses, through educational workshops, mentorship, community and access to resources. Visit [patriotbootcamp.org]( to learn more and apply today.  [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [young woman in college building holding text books]( Apply Now for Scholarships for Military Children Applications are open now and will close February 14, 2024 for the Scholarships for Military Children Program. The program will award 500 scholarship grants of $2,000 each. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [crocs, sunglasses, insulated mug and a watch.]( Best of 2023: $10 off $50 or more on ShopVCS.com Veterans can save $10 when they spend $50 or more using code: Bestof2023. Access exclusive discounts on the top brands and products of 2023, including Oakley, Vortex, Solo Stove, Yeti, and more. 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[Positive Influences: Which individual(s) from your time in the military stand out as having had the most positive impact on you and why?]( [Last Month’s $250 & $50 Winners Link]( [View All Entries Link]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [ocean beach front and beach umbrellas in Mexico]( Resort, Hotel Deals through the Armed Forces Vacation Club Kickstart 2024 with $75 off select resort vacations exclusively for Veterans. The Armed Forces Vacation Club is a free membership travel club for all active, retired and Veteran military members. Check out their latest deals. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Veteran Peer Q&A Corner - What are the free or discounted services for Veterans or military members to file taxes? [Answers Here >]( - �€™s the best advice for a first time home buyer using a VA loan? [Answers Here >]( - someone collect both a regular pension and a medical retirement? How will retiring early for medical purposes impact what I collect from the Army? [Answers Here >]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Veteran Jobs Technology & Engineering [Arlington, VA - Senior Network Engineer]( [Cary, NC - Electrical Engineer II (Lincoln Technology Solutions)]( [Whiteman AFB, MO - Whiteman-Avionics Technician I (Solution One Industries)]( Business & Administrative [Nationwide - Franchise Opportunity: Veteran Service Brands]( Security & Technical [Butler, KY - Maintenance Supervisor]( [Salina, KS - Production Supervisor]( [Gary, IN - Site Operations Manager]( [Palm Beach Gardens, FL - Laboratory Technician (Kelly Services)]( Social Services & Medical [Murphy, NC - Medical Assistant (MA)]( Vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide at [www.HireMilitary.us]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. 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