Know employers who hire veterans? Please encourage them to apply.

The application period for the 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award is now open! As the only federal-level program of its kind, it recognizes employers for their investments in recruiting, employing and retaining our nation’s veterans. You can support the HIRE Vets Medallion Program — and our nation’s veterans — even if you’re not an employer!

If you know an employer that has implemented veteran-inclusive hiring policies and veteran integration assistance programs, please share with them the following resources on HIREVets.gov:

• Program information, including the history of the award
• Full program criteria table to determine which award they may qualify for
• Sample application forms for every level of award and size of the employer

Don’t wait to share — the deadline to apply is April 30!