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Phoenix chapter MOWW hosts 59th annual massing of the colors and 9-11 service of remembrance
Phoenix, AZ — The Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW), Phoenix Chapter, invites veterans, service members, first responders, and civic youth organizations to the 59th Annual Massing of the
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Soldier’s Best Friend honors September graduates with special ceremony
Peoria, AZ – Soldier’s Best Friend (SBF) invites the community to celebrate the achievements of its September 2024 graduating class of veterans and service dog teams. The ceremony will be held on Saturday, September 7th, 2024, at 3:00 PM at 14505 N 75th Ave, Peoria, AZ. Food and refreshments will
Veterans creative art competition and show set for September in Prescott, AZ
Prescott, AZ, August 2024—The veterans creative art competition and show will be held from September 5th to 8th during the Yavapai County Fair in Prescott, AZ. This event invites veterans enrolled in VA services across Northern Arizona to showcase their artistic talents. The award presentation, including the 2023 national medal,
Navajo Nation Fair: Veterans resource event set for Sept. 5-6 in Window Rock
Window Rock, AZ – The Navajo Nation Fair will include a veterans resource event on September 5-6, 2024. This event will offer services such as VA health care access, benefits enrollment, and information on expanded PACT Act eligibility. Veterans can meet with VA representatives for claim assistance and benefits inquiries.
Red Robin partners with VMLC for September 3 fundraiser
Phoenix, AZ — Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews will host a special fundraising event on September 3, 2024, across multiple locations to support the Veterans Medical Leadership Council (VMLC) and its affiliated charities. During the event, 20% of all food sales will be donated directly to VMLC, benefiting veterans’
Chandler community to host suicide prevention week gathering and vigil
Chandler, AZ — September 8, 2024 — The Chandler Community Center will be the site of a special Suicide Prevention Week Gathering and Vigil on Sunday, September 8, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This event, organized by the Semicolon Society, aims to raise awareness about mental health and
Avoiding predatory practices: protect yourself, your pocketbook online.
Have you ever paid for a service only to discover later that it was available for free? Many individuals, including Veterans and their families, have experienced this when using non-government websites that charge fees for services such as filing a student loan application—services that are actually free on official government
VA brings vision-saving eye screenings closer to home for veterans
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is advancing efforts to protect veterans’ vision through the Technology-based Eye Care Services (TECS) program. This telehealth initiative is designed to bring critical eye screenings closer to home, especially for those in rural areas. Life-Saving Screenings for Rural Veterans Robert, a veteran from
Hiring veterans: Jobs of the week for August 26, 2024, and upcoming career fairs
The VA’s “Jobs of the Week” for August 26, 2024, features a variety of job opportunities for veterans, including roles like National Training Specialist, Police Officer, Security Officer, and more across multiple locations. The post also lists upcoming employment events tailored to veterans, such as career fairs and job exploration
Northern Arizona VA to host 3rd annual suicide prevention poker run
PRESCOTT, Ariz. – The Northern Arizona VA Health Care System will host its third annual Suicide Prevention Poker Run on Saturday, September 7, 2024. This free event is designed to raise awareness about suicide prevention through an engaging 92-mile motorcycle/trike ride, starting and ending in Yavapai County. Participants will begin
Free courses for Veterans seeking business help, apply by Aug. 26
Warrior Rising offers a free online course for service-disabled Veterans interested in starting or accelerating a business. Sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the course runs from August 29 to September 19, 2024, with sessions held via Zoom. Participants will learn about business opportunities, market analysis, legal structuring, financing,
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