External Resources
Mentorship
Veterati is as an innovative mentorship platform that makes being a mentor and finding mentors effortless, by offering free online mentorship that allows veterans to choose from hundreds of volunteer mentors.
ACP is a nonprofit focused on easing the transition for military members and spouses into civilian workforce, by focusing on helping veterans and active duty spouses find meaningful employment opportunities and develop long-term careers.
The ETS Sponsorship Program assists service members in transition to civilian life and the post-military community of their choice, by coordinating the services of the VA, private and nonprofit organizations and local government, we assist transitioning service members with employment, education, housing, legal concerns, service benefits and medical/mental health care issues.
Community Involvement
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, guard and reserve forces with a mission focused on fostering camaraderie amongst all branches and advocating on behalf of all veterans.
The Mission Continues aims to connect veterans still interested in serving in some capacity, with under-resourced communities, deploying veteran volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources, tackle food insecurity, foster neighborhood identity, and more.
Team Rubicon’s mission is providing relief to those affected by disaster or crises, no matter when or where they strike. By pairing the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders, medical professionals, and technology solutions, Team Rubicon aims to provide the greatest service and impact possible.
Academic Support
Tutor.com offers free tutoring in a wide array of subjects for U.S. military and their families, as well as retired and disabled veterans, where they can get 1-to-1 help from an expert tutor—anytime, on any internet-connected device, from anywhere in the world.
The Student Veterans of America’s mission is to act as a catalyst for student veteran success by providing resources, network support and advocacy to, through, and beyond higher education.
Service to School (S2S) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides free college and grad school application counseling to military veterans and servicemembers.
For military-connected and student veterans, if you are using VA educational assistance, and you would like assistance with your coursework, the VA may help pay for your tutor. For a full list of the eligibility requirements for this assistance visit the VA Tutorial Assistance page using the button above.
VA Disability Claims
The WWP is an organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for the medical and mental health care of veterans and service members who incurred a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound while serving in the military on or after September 11, 2001.
Disabled American Veterans is a charity dedicated to a single purpose: empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity by ensuring that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them; fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill; and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life.
Professional Certificates
VET TEC is a 5 year pilot program aimed at veterans who want gain computer experience to start or advance your career in the high-technology industry. They provide tuition and housing stipends as veterans train in one of the following fields: Computer software, Computer programming, Data processing, Information science, Media applications.
IVMF: Onward to Opportunity (O2O) is a free career training program that provides professional certification and employee support services to transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses. O2O combines industry-validated curricula, strong partnerships with leading veteran service organizations and private sector companies, and comprehensive career coaching services to prepare and match you with your next career.
VetsinTech supports current and returning veterans with reintegration services and by connecting them to the national technology ecosystem. VIT is committed to bringing together a tech-specific network, resources, and programs for our veterans interested in Education, Entrepreneurship, and Employment.
Career Services
Hire Heroes USA empowers US military members, veterans, and their spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce. Job seekers can request assistance with resume writing services, career coaching, job sourcing, mock interviews, and more.
FourBlock is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports returning service members in their transition from military service to meaningful civilian careers. FourBlock’s flagship Career Readiness Program is taught by corporate executives in major cities across the U.S. and now serves more than 600 transitioning veterans annually.