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Microsoft Military Affairs works to inspire the veteran community to transform their lives through meaningful career training programs & hiring efforts to prepare them for job in today’s digital economy. The Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) provides the military community, including those with clearance, with critical career skills required for today’s growing tech industry. To learn about the MSSA program or to apply visit the link above. You can also email: MSSAops@microsoft.com

The Military & Veteran Caregiver Network (MVCN) from the American Red Cross is a place to find community-based resources, national support organizations, as well as nationwide programs & services. Categories for support include food, housing, goods, transit, health, money, care, education, work, & legal, with search filters for veterans, service members, & caregivers. For general info on the MVCN please email: info.mvcn@redcross.org

The Military & Veteran Psychology (MVP) concentration seeks to train mental health professionals to provide services to military service members, veterans, & their families. The MVP concentration requires students to: - complete academic coursework - participate in 2 years of non-academic personal/professional development - provide relevant direct services through field training - & more. To learn more about MVP, contact information, & to enroll please visit the link above.

Military Benefit Association (MBA) is a non-profit association created to safeguard & promote the economic welfare of current & former service members, federal employees, & their families. For more info & to apply for MBA programs please visit the link above. To speak with an agent: Call: 1-877-622-1020 Email: mba_agents@militarybenefit.org

The Defense Department (DoD) recognizes the service & sacrifice of our military families. The DoD dedicates resources, services, policies, & programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members & 2.6 million family members across the globe. Some area of support include resources for: - Parents - Spouses - Children - Moving/Deployments - Education - Finance - Health & Wellness To learn more about some of the resources available please visit the link above.

Military Money Matters provides free resources to service members, veterans, & their families. Some resources include: - personal finance - education - business assistance - military transitionary assistance - VA loans - & more Visit the link above to learn more about these resources or to subscribe to the blog. You can also connect to the Military Money Matters admin by emailing: Jonathan.leesc@gmail.com

MOAA is the nation's largest & most influential association of military officers that speaks for a strong national defense & representing the interests of military officers at every stage of their careers. MOAA is a leading voice on compensation & benefit matters for all members of the military community, providing expert advice & guidance to our members. To learn more about MOAA or join please visit the link above. For any questions you can also: Call: (800) 234-6622 Email: msc@moaa.org

A Department of Defense (DoD) sponsored resource site, Military One Source is your 24/7 gateway to trusted information, resources, & confidential help for servicemembers, veterans, & their loved ones. The purpose of the site is to give service military families the tools they need to stay well & thrive. Visit the link above to find out about the great benefits & opportunities available to you in one convenient location.

The Military Order of the Purple Heart proudly serves our country by helping America’s active duty, veterans, her families, & those who have borne the burden of battle. Some programs provided by the organization include: - Homeless Veterans - Suicide Awareness - Legislative - Software Development Training - Youth, & more To find a local chapter near you please visit: https://www.purpleheart.org/findachapter For any questions you can: Call: (888) 668-2656 Email: membership@purpleheart.org

The Money Smart for Adults by FDIC is a instructor-led curriculum that provides participants with practical knowledge, skills-building opportunities, & resources they can use to manage their finances with confidence. The curriculum consists of 14 modules that cover basic financial topics. To learn more or register please visit the link above. For any questions you can: Call: (877) 275-3342 Email: communityaffairs@fdic.gov