🎡 Theme Parks & Attractions

All veterans w/ honorable discharge. Verify via ID.me

SeaWorld Waves of Honor

Free admission for veteran + up to 3 guests (one-time). Also Military Silver Pass at $113/yr with unlimited visits, free parking & 3 guest tickets

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Active & veteran military. Verify online via GovX

Busch Gardens Waves of Honor

One complimentary day admission for active/veteran + up to 3 dependents. Military pass available for unlimited visits.

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Veterans & active duty. Verify via ID.me

Six Flags Military Discount

Steep discounts on single-day tickets, season passes, and parking at any Six Flags park nationwide.

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Veterans, retirees & active duty. Available through military ticket offices

Disney Armed Forces Salute

Up to 6 discounted multi-day passes for veterans and family. Park Hopper option available.

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Active duty, retirees, 100% disabled vets, Medal of Honor recipients

Universal Studios Military Discount

Specially priced tickets & vacation packages at Universal Orlando & Hollywood. Military Freedom Pass available.

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Veterans & active military. Verify via ID.me

Knott's Berry Farm Military Discount

Discounted single-day admission for veterans, first responders & family. Register with ID.me online.

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Active & retired military. Verify via ID.me

Dollywood Military Discount

Discounts on single-day, two-day, and season passes for veterans, spouses, and dependents.

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Active & retired military. Verify via ID.me or show ID at gate

Carowinds Military Discount

Military season pass discount ($99) and single admission ($29.99). Both active and retired eligible.

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Active military & veterans. Verify online

Sesame Place Waves of Honor

One complimentary admission + up to 3 dependents for active duty. Veterans get discounted admission.

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Active, retired, Guard, Reserves & veterans

California's Great America Military

Free admission to veterans on Memorial Day weekend. Up to $35 off for up to 6 friends/family online.

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Active duty (annual), veterans with disability (lifetime), 100% disabled (lifetime)

National Parks Free Annual Pass

Free lifetime access to 2,000+ federal recreation sites including national parks, wildlife refuges & forests.

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Active military, National Guard, Reserve & their families

Blue Star Museums

Free admission to 2,000+ museums from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day annually.

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Disabled vets, wounded warriors, recently returned vets & Gold Star families

Fun For Troops Foundation

Nonprofit gifting free theme park & attraction tickets to disabled vets, wounded warriors & military families.

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Active & retired military with valid ID

Kennedy Space Center

Free admission for veterans with military ID (active or retired).

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All who served honorably including National Guard & Reserve

Vet Tix

Free tickets to sporting events, concerts, performing arts, educational & family events nationwide.

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✈️ Travel & Vacation

Active, retired & veteran military, DoD civilians, Gold Star families

Armed Forces Vacation Club (AFVC)

Free membership travel club. 7-night resort stays at 4,200+ resorts worldwide from $319. Hotels up to 60% off, cruises up to 25% off.

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Active duty military & veterans & their families

IHOOT – In Honor of Our Troops

Free 7-8 night stays at partner resorts worldwide for veterans & families. Up to $7,200 value per stay.

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Active duty, retirees & 100% disabled veterans

Space-A (Space Available) Travel

Free flights on military aircraft when space is available. Also available to retired veterans & 100% disabled vets.

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Active, retired & veteran military + DoD civilians

Armed Forces Recreation Centers (AFRC)

Military resort properties including Shades of Green (Disney World), Hale Koa (Hawaii), Edelweiss (Germany).

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Active, retired & some veteran military + families

Shades of Green – Walt Disney World

Military resort hotel on Disney World property at significantly reduced rates. Book months in advance.

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Active, retired military & DoD civilians

Hale Koa Hotel – Hawaii

Military resort hotel on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu at dramatically reduced rates.

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Combat veterans & families

Hero Voyages

Non-profit providing free vacations and travel experiences to combat veterans and their families.

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All veterans. Annual membership required

Veterans Advantage

Membership program with discounts at hotels (Wyndham, Marriott, Hilton), airlines & more.

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Active & retired military & veterans

Alaska Airlines Veterans Discount

5% off through the Veterans Advantage program. Additional baggage benefits.

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Honorably discharged veterans & active duty

American Forces Travel (DOD)

Discounted travel portal for veterans expanded from active duty. Flights, hotels & car rentals.

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Active duty, retirees & some veterans

MWR (Morale Welfare & Recreation)

On-base travel offices with ITT discounts to theme parks, tours & travel packages. Still accessible to retirees.

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All current & former military members

Sonesta Hotels Military Rate

Up to 15% off best available rate year-round + Travel Pass Gold status upgrade.

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🏨 Lodging & Hotels

Active & retired military & veterans

Wyndham Hotels Military Discount

Year-round discount for military members & veterans at Wyndham properties worldwide.

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Active & retired military & veterans with ID

Marriott Military Discount

Special military rates at Marriott, Sheraton, Westin & other brands.

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Active & retired military & veterans

Hilton Honors Military Discount

Discounted rates at Hilton brands worldwide for military members.

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Active duty, retirees & some veterans based on availability

DOD Lodging – On-Base Hotels

Affordable on-base lodging (Army, Navy, Air Force). Army: 866-363-5771 | Navy: 800-628-9466 | AF: 888-235-6343.

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Veterans & military families

B&Bs for Vets

Network of Bed & Breakfasts offering free stays, discounts & BOGO offers to veterans.

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🍽️ Free Meals & Dining

All veterans & active duty. Military ID or proof of service

Applebee's Veterans Day Free Meal

Free meal from special menu for veterans & active duty annually on November 11. Running 18+ consecutive years.

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All who ever served including Guard & Reserves. No purchase required

Golden Corral Military Appreciation Night

Free dinner annually on a Monday near Veterans Day from 5pm to close. Over 2.5M free meals served to date.

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Veterans & active duty. Military ID required

Chili's Veterans Day Free Meal

Free meal on Veterans Day from a select menu for veterans & active duty.

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Veterans & active duty. Military ID required

Texas Roadhouse Veterans Day

Free meal for veterans on Veterans Day. Vouchers distributed at participating locations.

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Active & retired military. Military ID required

Denny's Veterans Day Free Meal

Free Original Grand Slam from 5am to noon on Veterans Day at participating locations.

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Veterans & active duty. Show military ID to server

Outback Steakhouse Veterans Day

Free Aussie 3-course meal (starter, entrée, dessert) Nov 10-11 each year.

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Veterans & active duty. Military ID required

Bob Evans Veterans Day Free Meal

Free meal for veterans & active duty on Veterans Day at participating locations.

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All veterans & active military

Mission BBQ Veterans Day

Free sandwich on Veterans Day for veterans. Year-round 10% military discount also offered.

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Veterans & active duty. Military ID required

Red Robin Veterans Day Free Burger

Free Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries on Veterans Day (dine-in only).

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Veterans, active military & military spouses

Starbucks Veterans Day Free Coffee

Free tall brewed coffee (hot or iced) on Veterans Day for veterans, service members & military spouses.

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Veterans & active duty

Buffalo Wild Wings Veterans Day

10 free boneless wings & fries on Veterans Day. Dine-in or BWW GO walk-in orders.

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All veterans & active duty. Valid military ID required

Hooters Veterans Day Free Meal

Free meal from special menu all day on Veterans Day at participating locations.

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Veterans. No military ID required

Sheetz Veterans Day Free Meal

Free meal & free car wash (at Sheetz locations with car wash) on Veterans Day.

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Veterans, active military & families. No ID required

Wawa Veterans Day Free Coffee

Free any size hot coffee to veterans, active military & families all day on Veterans Day at 1,100+ stores.

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Veterans & active duty. Military ID required

Krispy Kreme Veterans Day

Free doughnut and coffee for veterans on November 11.

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🏠 Housing & Home Loans

Veterans, active duty & surviving spouses. Must obtain Certificate of Eligibility (COE)

VA Home Loan Program

No down payment, no PMI, competitive interest rates for home purchase or refinance. Used 525,000+ times in FY2025.

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Veterans with existing VA loan

VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL)

Streamline refinance for existing VA loan holders. No COE required. Reduce rate or switch from ARM to fixed.

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Veterans with permanent & total service-connected disability

Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant

Up to $117,014 to help build or modify a home for veterans with service-connected disabilities.

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Veterans with specific service-connected disabilities

Special Housing Adaptation (SHA) Grant

Up to $23,444 to modify an existing home for improved mobility & independence for disabled veterans.

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Native American veterans whose tribal org participates in VA program

Native American Direct Loan (NADL)

VA directly loans money to Native American veterans to purchase/construct/improve home on tribal trust lands.

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Veterans experiencing homelessness

VA Homeless Programs – HUD-VASH

Housing vouchers + case management for homeless veterans to secure permanent housing.

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Very low-income veteran families at risk of homelessness

SSVF – Supportive Services for Veteran Families

Helps very low-income veteran families stay housed or rehouse quickly. Rent, utilities & moving cost help.

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Active duty, veterans & military families in financial need

Operation Homefront

Critical financial help for veterans & military families: overdue bills, repairs, relocation, rent & mortgage.

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💰 Financial Assistance

Veterans medically discharged due to service-related injuries/illness

VFW Unmet Needs Program

Grants up to $2,500 for daily needs: food, essentials, utilities & medical expenses.

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Veterans with one or more minor children

American Legion TFA (Temporary Financial Assistance)

Cash grants to veterans with minor children for food, shelter & healthcare expenses.

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Veterans & military families in financial crisis

USA Cares

Grants for veterans struggling financially due to medical/military-related issues. Covers mortgage, utilities, food.

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Veterans with service-connected disabilities. Apply at VA.gov

VA Disability Compensation

Tax-free monthly payments for service-connected disabilities. 2.8% COLA increase for 2026.

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Wartime veterans 65+ or permanently disabled with limited income

VA Pension Benefits

Tax-free monthly payments for wartime veterans 65+ with limited income or non-service disabilities.

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Veteran pension recipients needing additional daily care

Aid & Attendance / Housebound Benefits

Enhanced pension payments for veterans needing daily assistance or who are housebound.

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Veterans with 90+ days active service after Sept. 10, 2001

GI Bill (Post-9/11)

36 months of tuition, housing allowance & book stipend. No expiration for post-2013 separations.

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GI Bill recipients in eligible STEM programs

STEM Scholarship (Rogers STEM)

Up to $30,000 in additional funding for veterans pursuing STEM degrees who exhaust GI Bill.

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All veterans with any service-connected disability rating

VA Life Insurance (VALife)

New whole life insurance program open to all service-connected veterans at any rating.

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🏥 Healthcare & Mental Health

Veterans who served on active duty. Enroll at VA.gov or call 877-222-8387

VA Healthcare System

Comprehensive healthcare for 9M+ enrolled veterans: primary care, specialty, mental health, telehealth.

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All veterans, service members & family members

Veterans Crisis Line

24/7 confidential crisis support. Dial 988 press 1, text 838255, or chat online. No enrollment needed.

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Post-9/11 veterans injured or wounded in service

Wounded Warrior Project (WWP)

Mental wellness programs, 2-week brain health program, adventure-based workshops, weekly WWP Talk calls.

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Post-9/11 combat veterans with PTSD

Headstrong Project

30 free therapy sessions for veterans seeking PTSD treatment. Additional sessions with small copay.

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Veterans, active duty & military families

Give an Hour

Connects veterans & military with free one-on-one counseling & peer support.

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Veterans & active duty service members

Roger (Stop Soldier Suicide telehealth)

Free telehealth mental health counseling focused on crisis intervention & suicide prevention.

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Veterans, active duty, Guard & Reserve + families

Vet Centers

Community-based counseling centers. 70% of staff are veterans. Call 1-877-927-8387 to find one near you.

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Veterans & anyone experiencing PTSD

National Center for PTSD

Research, education & resources for PTSD. Online tools, self-help apps & treatment finder.

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Free for all veterans

InnerWorld (mental health app)

Free virtual/VR tool for veterans to learn mental health coping tools. Mobile & VR compatible.

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Veterans with service-connected disabilities

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

Free lifetime membership for disabled vets. Benefits navigation, employment, transportation network.

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📚 Education & Employment

Service members transitioning to civilian life

TAP – Transition Assistance Program

Resume workshops, interview prep & career planning for transitioning service members & spouses.

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Unemployed veterans ages 35-60

VRAP – Veterans Retraining Assistance

Tuition assistance for unemployed veterans retraining in high-demand fields.

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Veterans with service-connected disabilities affecting employment

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR&E Chapter 31)

Employment services, job training, education & independent living services for disabled veterans.

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All veterans. Verify status at local American Job Center

American Job Centers – Veterans Priority

Free employment services at 2,400+ locations. Veterans receive priority of service.

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Veterans, transitioning service members & military spouses

FedsHireVets.gov

Federal government jobs portal specifically for veterans & transitioning service members.

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Active duty, transitioning & veteran members

LinkedIn Free Premium for Veterans

Free 1-year LinkedIn Premium Career subscription including LinkedIn Learning access.

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All veterans, transitioning service members & military spouses

Hire Heroes USA

Free job placement assistance & career coaching for veterans & military spouses.

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All veterans. No registration fee

DAV Career Fairs

Free job fairs connecting veterans with employers committed to hiring veteran talent.

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All veterans & service members returning from military duty

USERRA Protection

Federal law protecting veterans' employment rights & re-employment after military service.

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🎯 Veteran-Owned Businesses

Open to all veteran-owned businesses to list & consumers to find

VeteranOwnedBusiness.com Directory

Free directory of 40,000+ veteran-owned businesses. Search by industry, location or NAICS code.

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Veteran-owned businesses seeking federal contracts

SBA Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) Certification

Federal certification giving priority in government contracting to veteran-owned small businesses.

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Veterans with service-connected disability who own a small business

SDVOSB – Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Certification

Set-aside contracting preference for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Managed by SBA.

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Transitioning service members, veterans & military spouses

Boots to Business (SBA)

Free entrepreneurship education program for transitioning service members & veterans.

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Veteran & military spouse entrepreneurs

Bunker Labs

Nationwide nonprofit accelerator for veteran entrepreneurs with programs, events & community.

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Women veterans & military spouses

V-WISE (Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship)

Training program for women veterans & military spouses to start or grow a business.

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Veterans transitioning to civilian life

Combined Arms

Nonprofit connecting transitioning veterans with services, community & purpose. Business resources included.

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🌿 Retreats & Wellness

Veterans, first responders & their families

Boulder Crest Foundation

Free Family R&R (Rest & Reconnect) retreats for veterans, first responders & families.

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Veterans & their families in Florida, Georgia & Indiana

Freedom Waters Foundation

Free boat outings & marine activities for veterans & families in FL, GA & IN.

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Veterans & veteran spouses in Florida area

Special Liberty Project

Nature-based retreats with yoga, kayaking & dolphin experiences. Also equine retreats for veteran spouses.

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War on Terror veterans & immediate families

Blum's Landing

Free bed & breakfast retreat in Michigan wilderness for War on Terror veterans. Fishing, kayaking & hiking.

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Veterans. Applications open June 15 annually

Heroes' Hunt for Veterans

Free guided deer, turkey & waterfowl hunts plus Friday fish fries in Wisconsin wilderness.

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Military Christians & families

Officers' Christian Fellowship Retreats

Outdoor adventures in Colorado: rappelling, whitewater rafting, climbing. Scholarships available.

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Active & veteran military families

Operation Camp (Armed Services YMCA)

Various programs & events including camp experiences for military families.

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Veterans & surviving family members

Band of Runners Trail Camp

Free Trail Camp experience in Austin TX area for veterans. All fitness levels welcome.

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🏕️ Outdoor & Recreation

Veterans with permanent disabilities. Free at any national park entrance

America the Beautiful Access Pass

Free lifetime entry to 2,000+ national parks & federal lands for veterans with disabilities.

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Active duty, Guard/Reserve, honorably discharged & disabled vets

Sportsman's Foundation for Military Families

Hunting & outdoor sports experiences for active/veteran military and disabled vets.

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Disabled veterans & active military with disabilities

Project Healing Waters

Free fly fishing programs & outings for disabled veterans & military service personnel.

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Veterans transitioning to higher education

Warrior-Scholar Project

Intensive boot camps teaching academic skills to veterans transitioning to college.

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Active duty, retirees & veterans based on facility eligibility

U.S. Military Campgrounds & RV Parks

Network of affordable on-base campgrounds and RV parks available to military retirees & veterans.

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🛒 Retail Discounts

Active duty, retirees & veterans with valid ID. Register at store

Home Depot Military Discount (10%)

10% year-round discount for veterans, active duty & retirees. Register online at homedepot.com.

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Veterans & active duty with valid ID

Lowe's Military Discount (10%)

10% off non-sale items year-round for veterans. Veterans parking available at most locations.

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Veterans & active military. Register to verify status

KEEN Footwear (50% off)

50% discount for veterans on KEEN footwear. Register on their website.

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Active & retired military

Camping World (5% off)

5% off at all Camping World RV & outdoor locations for military.

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Veterans & active military

Gerber Gear Veteran Program

Discounted products & exclusive offers for veterans on knives and tools.

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Veterans & active military

Stanley (up to 40% off)

Up to 40% off for veterans & military on Stanley products.

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Veterans & military

Eyemart Express (20% off)

20% off for veterans at Eyemart Express locations.

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Veterans & active military with valid ID

Lasik Plus (20% off)

20% off LASIK eye surgery for veterans at Lasik Plus centers.

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Active & retired military & veterans

Peloton Special Pricing

Special pricing on memberships and equipment for veterans & military.

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🤝 Nonprofit & Support Orgs

Veterans who served during designated periods of war

American Legion

Nation's largest veteran service org. Benefits navigation, TFA grants, community programs & advocacy.

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Veterans who served in foreign combat zones

VFW – Veterans of Foreign Wars

Benefits assistance, Unmet Needs grants, advocacy & community support for combat veterans.

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Veterans with any service-connected disability

DAV – Disabled American Veterans

Free benefits navigation, transportation to VA, employment resources & advocacy for disabled vets.

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All veterans, service members & families

National Resource Directory (NRD)

11,000+ services & resources at national, state & local levels for wounded, ill & injured vets.

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Active duty, Guard, Reserve, retirees & families

Military OneSource

Free 24/7 support covering everything from mental health to financial counseling for military community.

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Family members & caregivers of veterans

NAMI Homefront

Free education program for family members of veterans with mental health challenges.

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Priority to WWII, then Korean War, then Vietnam veterans

Honor Flight Network

Free flights to Washington D.C. for WWII, Korean War & Vietnam veterans to see their memorials.

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Veterans in need of food assistance

Meals for Vets

Connects veterans to local food assistance programs, food banks & community resources.

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Veterans experiencing food insecurity

Feeding America Military Network

Network of 18 food banks with veteran-specific programs for food assistance.

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All veterans. Call or text 211

211 Veteran Helpline

Free confidential call/text to connect veterans with local health & human services.

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🚗 Transportation & Auto

Active duty, retirees & veterans

Avis Car Rental (25% off)

25% discount on car rentals for military members & veterans.

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Veterans & military with Veterans Advantage membership

Penske Truck Rental (15% off)

15% off truck rentals for veterans & military through Veterans Advantage.

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Active duty & veterans

PODS Moving (up to 30% off)

Up to 30% off moving & storage containers for veterans.

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All active & retired military members

TSA Expedited Screening

Expedited security screening for all U.S. Armed Forces members. Assistance for veterans & wounded warriors.

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Veterans with service-connected disabilities

VA Adaptive Sports Program

Grants for adaptive sports equipment & programs for disabled veterans.

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🛡️ VA Government Programs

All veterans. Create an account at va.gov

VA.gov Benefits Hub

Central portal for all VA benefits: health, disability, education, housing, employment, burial & more.

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All veterans filing claims or appeals

Veterans Service Officers (VSOs)

Free claims assistance from trained advocates at the American Legion, VFW, DAV & state VSOs.

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Veterans exposed to toxic substances during service

PACT Act Toxic Exposure Benefits

Expanded healthcare & disability for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange & radiation. 20+ new conditions.

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Surviving spouses, children & parents of qualifying veterans

Survivor Benefits (DIC)

Monthly tax-free payments to surviving spouses & dependents of veterans who died in service or from disability.

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Caregivers of post-9/11 veterans with serious injury

Caregiver Support Program

Financial stipend, healthcare & respite care for caregivers of seriously injured veterans.

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Veterans, active duty service members & eligible dependents

National Cemetery System

Free burial & memorial services at 155 national cemeteries for eligible veterans.

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