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Veterans Benefits Newsletter
August 2026
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Guaranteed Acceptance. Lifetime Protection.
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To apply or learn more, click below.
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Beware of Fake VA
Phone Numbers
A single mistyped or misheard digit can route your call to a fraudulent operation rather than the VA. Verify VA phone numbers online.
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Official
VA Number
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Fraudulent
Look-Alike
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GI Bill Hotline:
1-888-442-4551
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1-888-442-4511
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VA National Contact Center:
1-800-827-1000
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1-888-442-4511
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My HealtheVet Helpdesk:
1-877-327-0022
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1-800-327-0022
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If You Believe You Have Reached a Scam Hang up immediately. Do not provide any personal information, or payment details.
Report the incident by calling: 1
- 833-38V-SAFE (833-388-7233) or .
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Preparing for Natural Disasters
As natural disasters approach, now is the time to prepare for evacuations, financial challenges, an increase in scams and impacts to mental or physical health services. While it may feel overwhelming, we want Veterans to be prepared to navigate the challenges resulting from extreme weather.
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VA History
The Declaration of Independence and the first Revolutionary War benefits act were both approved 250 years ago during the tumultuous summer of 1776. These events were linked: delegates to the Second Continental Congress waited until they had settled the question of independence before deciding how to treat the citizen-soldiers wounded in service to the Nation.
Read the full article.
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Prevent Education Fraud
The start of a new school semester brings many opportunities for educational growth, but it can also create opportunities for scammers, fraudulent schools, and identity thieves to prey on Veterans and beneficiaries using education benefits
Be vigilant and recognize warning signs of fraud, including:
- Guarantees of “100% approval” or “faster processing”
- Fake VA logos, spoofed phone numbers, or suspicious websites
- Pressure tactics demanding immediate payment or urgent action
- Requests for passwords, bank information, or login credentials
- Unsolicited texts, calls, emails, or social media messages
Find GI Bill-approved schools and compare benefits.
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Contracting Success: Expanding Your #VetBiz Opportunities
Veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs can unlock major growth opportunities through federal government contracting. Programs like the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) help eligible businesses compete for set-aside contracts and sole-source awards across federal agencies. By tapping into procurement tools, bidding platforms, and small business programs, you can position your #VetBiz to win long-term, stable contracts and expand into new markets.
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Benefits Delivery at Discharge
If you have an illness or injury that was caused or worsened by your active-duty service, you can apply for the Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) program 180 to 90 days before your discharge from active duty. Find out how to file a claim through BDD to speed up your claim decision process and get your benefits sooner.
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File a Supplemental Claim for Denied Benefits
If VA denied your disability claim in the past, but now considers your condition presumptive, you are encouraged to file a Supplemental Claim. This will allow VA to re-adjudicate your claim when presented with new evidence or policy. Learn how to file a Supplemental Claim today.
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Student Veterans of America® (SVA)
Student Veterans of America (SVA) advances the academic, professional, and personal development of Veterans in higher education by providing resources, network support, and advocacy to ensure they can achieve their greatest potential. With a dedicated network of more than 1,600 on-campus chapters in all 50 states and three countries overseas representing more than 750,000 student Veterans, SVA connects students with a community of dedicated chapter leaders.
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VA home loan first-time homebuyer benefits
New here? The VA-guaranteed home loan offers numerous benefits, and VA has an entire homebuying section and can walk Veterans through the process.
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