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Governor Newsom Salutes Service: $20,000 Tax Relief for Military Retirees and Survivors in 2025–26 Budget Proposal

May 16, 2025
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: May 16, 2025 Contact: Seth Reeb Veterans Advocate, CSCVC Sethr@water-warrior.com CSCVC Praises Governor Newsom’s Military Retirement Tax Exemption SACRAMENTO, CA — The California State Commanders Veterans Council (CSCVC) today announced its strong support for Governor Gavin Newsom’s inclusion of a $20,000 military retirement and Survivor Benefit Plan exemption in his 2025–26 […]

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Celebrating Black History Month

January 30, 2024
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Celebrating Women Veterans - Black History Month

  The Women Veterans Alliance (WVA) proudly joins in the celebration of Black History Month, recognizing and honoring the invaluable contributions of Black women in the military. As an organization committed to supporting and empowering women who have served in the armed forces, WVA acknowledges the unique experiences and achievements of Black women veterans. Throughout […]

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Veteran Employment Transition (VET) Program

January 29, 2024
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WF Veteran Employment Transition (VET) Program

The VET Program is an 8-week spring and fall paid program that targets experienced talent. Veterans start as program associates with many earning growth promotions based on their performance into various mid and senior-level full-time positions across the Wells Fargo enterprise. The VET Program starts in May and September for our spring and fall cohorts […]

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NATIONWIDE CALL FOR STORYTELLERS

June 10, 2023
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this is my brave

NATIONWIDE CALL FOR STORYTELLERS: Veterans, caregivers, and family members of Veterans and their journeys with mental health and/or substance use disorder CONTACT: Marlon Deleon Program Coordinator marlondeleon@thisismybrave.org 574-302-2333   Leesburg, VA – June 6, 2023 – According to SAMHSA, “in 2020, approximately 5.2 million Veterans experienced a behavioral health condition. More telling are the numbers […]

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Applications are open for DAV Patriot Boot Camp Fall 2023

June 7, 2023
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DAV Patriot Boot Camp

DAV Patriot Boot Camp is a transformative program that empowers founders in the veteran and military community, including spouses, with comprehensive entrepreneurship start-up education, mentorship, access to resources, and a vital community committed to their success.   Through in-person events and digital programming, DAV Patriot Boot Camp prioritizes the unique experiences and skills that Vetrepreneurs […]

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Color of Freedom Traveling Exhibits

June 4, 2023
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color of freedom

Color of Freedom traveling exhibits. They are on the move again just in time for the 75th Integration Act anniversary, Juneteenth, and the 75th commemoration of the Desegregation Act in July. June 17-Aug 31, 2023 – LITTLE ROCK AR Macarthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. Ninth St. Little Rock, Arkansas Exhibition Opening Open […]

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Navy Veteran Lindsey Sin is the new CalVet Secretary

May 29, 2023
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Lindsey Sin

Congratulations to Lindsey Sin, who has been selected by California Governor Gavin Newsom as the new CalVet Secretary. Sin brings extensive experience to the role. She has served as CalVet Deputy Secretary of Communications since November 30, 2020. She previously served as Acting Deputy Secretary of Communications since 2018 and as Deputy Secretary for Women Veterans Affairs […]

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EngageWWPLocations

August 18, 2022
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Women Veterans Engage

Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is hosting Women Veterans Engage at three separate locations.  All are invited to attend.   Registration If you are in the WWP program: Jacksonville, Florida San Antonio, Texas San Diego, California   If you are not in the WWP program: Jacksonville, Florida San Antonio, Texas San Diego, California

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