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Help Boost Blood Supply, Get $10 Amazon Gift Card

Veterans, families and caregivers can receive a $10 gift card and win a chance for a private movie screening, all while helping the nation’s blood supply.

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Help VA Understand What Veterans Need for Childcare

Please take this 2-minute survey to help us understand Veteran childcare needs.

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 Events this Week

Dec. 1 - G.I. Jobs Get Hired Workshop
Dec. 1 - Heroes MAKE America – Heroes Connect: Military to Manufacturing
Dec. 2 - Stress Solutions Workshop: Red Cross
Dec. 4 - Marriage Management Retreat
Dec. 6 - Effective Communication Workshop 
Dec. 7 - Transitioning Army & Army Spouse Virtual Career Fair
Dec. 7 - Q&A with SBA Baltimore
Dec. 7 - Effective Communication Workshop 
Dec. 8 - Effective Communication Workshop 
Dec. 8 - G.I. Jobs Virtual Career Expo
Dec. 8 - Heroes MAKE America – Heroes Connect: Military to Manufacturing 

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VA is Committed to Being Place Free of Harassment, Assault for all Veterans

Read the letter from VA Secretary Denis McDonough affirming VA's commitment to anti-harassment and the prevention of sexual assault.

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World War II Forever Stamp Honors Japanese American Veterans

Now available at your local post office, the Go For Broke: Japanese American Soldiers of WWII stamp. This commemorative Forever stamp honors the second-generation Japanese Americans, also known as nisei, that formed one of the most distinguished American fighting units of World War II: the all-Japanese American 100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team, whose motto was “Go for Broke.”

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Toys for Tots & Hosting for the Holidays | VA News

In this special holiday episode of VA News, Patrick Battle, son of Air Force Veteran Patrick V. Battle, discusses how you participate in or request a toy from the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program and how you can help prepare meals this holiday for family members with diabetes.

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Top Tips for Self Care

Self-care can be anything that helps you manage your stress and promote your own whole health and well-being. This includes your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual self. 

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Connect Through Art, Writing Workshops

Community Building Art Works (CBAW) helps Veterans connect with their communities through free online art and writing workshops led by professional artists. CBAW connects Veterans, health care workers and others allowing them to share creative expression, mutual understanding and support.

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Veteran Job Postings

Outside Sales Representative - Marcus Hook, PA
Lead Generation Specialist
HR Business Partner - Jacksonville, FL


Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. If your company is looking to hire military connected people, please post the open job URL.

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VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine


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Win $100 Gift Card with Rally$weeps

Rally$weeps is a free program offered by RallyPoint to encourage discussion on topics relevant to our shared military and Veteran experiences. By contributing to these conversations, you have a chance to win one of many $100 Amazon gift cards.

What are the best tips for getting through the holidays away from your family or loved ones?


Nominate a Deserving Individual in the Veteran Community for their Leadership or Support

Viqtory is now accepting nominations for their 2022 Veteran Champions of the Year in Corporate America Award, and nominations for the 2022 Employee Veteran Leadership Award open Dec. 6. Through these awards, Viqtory is dedicated to championing people who make our Veteran community stronger and you can help by nominating someone in your organization.

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Make the Connection: Seeing Changes as a Family


BtB Rewind: VA Vet Centers

Borne the Battle Rewind: Vet Centers

The holiday season can be a tough time for many veterans. On this week’s special Rewind episode of Borne the Battle, National Guard Veteran Mike Fisher discusses the many services offered by VA Vet Centers and how their staff of licensed professionals work to help Veterans accomplish their goals and receive the care they need.

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VA Statement on GPO Printing and Mailing Delay

The Board of Veterans’ Appeals is experiencing delays in notifying Veterans of their hearings and decisions due to significant delays at the Government Printing Office (GPO). Click here for more information and options.


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Dockers 25% off online for Veterans and members of the military.

Urban Helmets 15% off for active duty and Veterans.

Asics 40% off retail price online.

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