Mass Vets Advisor

Rosie's List builds stronger military families by developing entrepreneurial programs & support services that empower active-duty, veterans, & their spouses to realize the American Dream of small business ownership; increasing financial stability & self-sufficiency of those who have served. You can verify your military affiliation on Rosie Network's online at no-cost via GovX ID & adding the “Veteran-Led” attribute to your Google Business Profile. Visit the link above to learn more.

The Small Business Administration's (SBA) Office of Veterans Business Development (OVBD) offers support for veterans as they enter the world of business ownership. The VBA offers funding programs, training, & federal contracting opportunities such as: - Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program - Boots to Business (B2B) program - Women Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Program (WVETP) - Military spouse resources, & more. To learn more please visit the link above.

Semper Fi & America’s Fund cares for our nation’s critically wounded, ill, & injured service members, veterans, & military families by providing one-on-one case management, connection, & lifetime support. To learn more about their programs, donate, or to apply today visit the link above. For any questions please call: (760) 725-3680

Developed by & for transitioning service members, veterans, & military spouses, Service2CEO is a free, individualized small business training & mentorship program for the military community. Learn more & apply for 8 module virtual program by visiting the link above.

The Veterans at Work Certificate program developed for HR professionals, hiring managers & front-line supervisors is a multifaceted program from the SHRM Foundation. This program is specifically designed to equip you with the actionable knowledge & tools needed to attract, hire, & retain veterans & members of the military community in the workplace. To learn more or contact SHRM please visit the link above for more information or call 800.283.SHRM (7476).

The Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF) ensures complete post-secondary educational support & additional educational opportunities “cradle to career,” for eligible surviving children of fallen Special Operations Forces & children of all Medal of Honor recipients. Immediate financial assistance is provided to severely wounded, ill, & injured Special Operations personnel. To learn more or apply, visit the link above or: Call: (813) 805-9400 Email: warrior@specialops.org

Springfield Partners for Community Action provides vets & their families throughout Western MA with quality support services & access to financial assistance programs at the community, state, & federal levels. The group partners with other veteran organizations to help clients reach economic stability, helping with: - VA claims - Education benefits - Transportation - Obtaining safe & affordable housing - Financial assistance, & more. Visit the link above to apply or call: (413) 263-6500

Located in Springfield, Square One provides a range of family-friendly education & support services for them to build the foundation for lifelong learning, to make smart choices, & to grow strong cognitively, emotionally, socially, & physically. Some of their programs include: - Early Education & Care - Summer Programs - Childcare - Education & more. To learn more or apply visit the link above. You can also call (413) 732-5183.

Stand Downs are typically one to three day events during which the VA, state, & community organizations' staff volunteer to provide food, clothing, & health screenings to homeless & at-risk Veterans. In addition, Veterans also receive referrals for health care, housing solutions, employment, substance use treatment, mental health counseling & other essential services. To learn about upcoming Stand Down events near you, visit the link above & select "Massachusetts" on the drop-down menu.

Student Veterans of America (SVA) acts as a catalyst for student veteran success by providing resources, network support & advocacy to, through, & beyond higher education; empowering students veterans to live their best lives. To learn how to join a local chapter at your college/university, find a career with the SVA, or learn more visit the link above. For any questions you can also: Call: (202) 223-4710