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American Corporate Partners (ACP) connects post-9/11 Veterans with corporate professionals for customized career guidance. Veterans find meaningful employment outcomes, whether a higher-paying job or a promotion. The average starting annual salary for Veterans who use ACP is $93,000. The program helps Veterans find great jobs the first time.
ACP is a national non-profit organization dedicated to helping military Veterans make connections in the civilian workforce. 

Since 2010, nearly 30,000 Veterans have found success through ACP. Apply today.
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Visit ACP’s website and fill out a brief application. Answer questions about your career goals, military experience and mentoring preferences.
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ACP will reach out within one business day to schedule a 15-minute phone call to ask a few questions to match the Veteran with the right mentor. 
ACP will introduce the Veteran to a mentor within several weeks of application to the program. ACP will also check in throughout the year to provide customized resources and ensure positive outcomes. Nearly 100% of Veterans would recommend ACP.  
All post-9/11 Veterans who served at least 180 days of active duty since 9/11 are eligible.  
ACP’s weekly LinkedIn Live series connects Veterans directly to partner companies and hiring managers. 
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	41 Comments	

Lawrence Scanlan
	March 25, 2021 at 09:09	

Leslie’s Pool Store gives a 10% discount to veterans.

Junior Linaresgalarza
	March 25, 2021 at 09:04	

If any honorably discharged veteran takes their dd214 to the BMV/DMV you can get a V (for veteran) on the back of your driver’s license and use that to get your military discount at locations like home depot if your not disabled/ retired. They tend to honor it, but that is not always a guaranteed.

Mark-s
	March 25, 2021 at 09:02	

You can go to customer service at Boscovs and get a shopping pass any time – good for the day.

Jose
	March 25, 2021 at 08:58	

The Costco link is not working after you login with your ID.me account.

Ronald L Hansen
	March 25, 2021 at 08:56	

Ford only gives the $500 cash if you are recently separated. I am a disabled Vet and did not qualify because I have been out too long. I believe it is within 5 years. Shenanigans’!

Johnny Johnson
	March 25, 2021 at 07:25	

AT&T offers a 25% discount on plan and accessories. Just have to show Military/Veteran ID

Dale Baker
	March 25, 2021 at 04:02	

I did not see Big Lots or Corning store on your list. They offer 10% off you purchases year round.

Walt Stachowicz
	March 25, 2021 at 03:46	

Some stores (notably Home Depot} require a service connected disability. as noted on the ID card. If they have changed that policy, it is news to me.

Charlie Breitzke
	March 25, 2021 at 09:10
Understanding VA Survivors benefits and best practices for avoiding posthumous scams - VA News
When a Veteran passes away, it can be a difficult time. VA understands and is here to help with navigating through challenges.
VA honors the sacrifices of service members’ and Veterans’ dependents and survivors through many benefit programs, which may be available to a surviving spouse, dependent children and/or parents.
Surviving family members may be eligible for certain VA benefits and programs, such as financial assistance, home loans, education assistance, VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), or survivors pension.
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Dependency and Indemnity Compensation
Monthly payment for the eligible surviving spouse, dependent children or parent(s) of the Veteran or service member IF the Veteran or service member died in the line of duty or due to a service-related injury or illness.
Accrued Benefits
A one-time payment to a surviving spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of a deceased Veteran based on relationship when the record shows additional benefits (such as VA compensation or pension) may have been due to the Veteran prior to passing.
Burials and Burial Allowance
Burial benefits available include a gravesite in any of our National cemeteries with available space, opening and closing of the grave, perpetual care; a government headstone, marker, or medallion; a burial flag, and a Presidential Memorial Certificate, at no cost. Some survivors may also be eligible for a plot allowance, transportation allowance, and burial allowances based on the service-connected disability status of the deceased Veteran.
Final Monthly Payment
If a Veteran who is receiving VA compensation or pension benefits passes away, their last month of benefits can be paid to their surviving spouse.
Education and Training
Chapter 35 benefits and the Fry Scholarship are the two main G.I. Bill programs offering educational assistance to survivors and dependents of Veterans who died in the line of duty or as a result of service-related disabilities.
Home Loan Guaranty
Home loan benefits are available for surviving spouses receiving DIC. Spouses of deceased Veterans who were on the VA-guaranteed loan can refinance their VA loan to obtain a lower interest rate through VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinancing Loan (IRRRL).
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This includes all Veterans who served in the Vietnam War, Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, or any other combat zone after 9/11. 

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You’ll need to submit or give us permission to gather both of these:

The Veteran’s DD214 or other separation documents, and
A copy of the Veteran’s death certificate, showing cause of death

If a representative of the beneficiary’s estate has been assigned, we’ll need a certified copy of the letters of administration or letters testamentary with the signature and seal of the appointing court.
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1-800-PACK-RAT 10% off storage and moves for active duty, Veterans, and Reserve Members.
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Aftco 20% off your order.
Allen Fly Fishing Two discount programs available with special pricing based on qualifications.
Ballistic Armor Co 7% discount on all products.
Big 5 Sporting Goods 10% off entire purchase with valid military ID or Veteran status on driver’s license required.
Calloway 15% discount off purchases.
Camping World RV & Outdoors 5% discount at all locations.
Comp-Tac 10% off, create account on website.
Eders.com Free military membership.
Evolve Skateboards $100 discount on your electric skateboard order (skateboard purchases only).
E-Z UP Up to 30% off Instant Shelter® products and accessories.
Gander Mountain 5% off every day at retail locations.
Gerber Gear Eligible for the Pro Program which includes discounted products and exclusive offers.
Guidefitter Up to 40% off hunting, fishing, and outdoor gear from hundreds of brands.
Jans 15% discount for all active and retired members of the military.
JustBats 10% discount for active duty, Veterans, retirees, national guard, reservists and corresponding spouses.
JustGloves 10% discount for active duty, Veterans, retirees, national guard, reservists and corresponding spouses.
Leisure Pro 6% off your order for military, Veterans and military members spouses and family members.
Lund Boats Discounts available on a number of models and varies by model. Please visit the website for more details.
Pelagic Gear Verify military/Veteran status to receive a discount code.
Profox Racing 10% discount on all regularly priced products.
RE Factor Tactical 15% off for active duty, guard and reservist.
S3 Power Sports Eligible for exclusive discounts. Please visit their website for more details.
Sunny Sports 6% off your order for military, Veterans and first responders.
Tactical Gear 10% discount of entire purchase for active duty, retirees, Veterans, first responders, military spouses and military family members.
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I’m happy & grateful for any Veteran’s discount,no matter the percentage or conditions. The businesses don’t have to give a discount anyway so I appreciate it,just as I appreciate Senior discounts.

RICHARD WENSEL
	March 24, 2021 at 20:06	

Just wondering why every offer expired 15 days before this was posted.
Not very helpful.

Louis Demerson jr
	March 24, 2021 at 19:57	

Thanks for information that can be beneficial too many.

Richard G Finkle
	March 24, 2021 at 19:45	

Is there a way to get this list in a spreadsheet or pdf document. It would be nice to have it on the phone for reference.

Steve Leiker
	March 24, 2021 at 19:41	

Didn’t have the slightest idea that many, and in some cases very generous discounts were available. I hope to use the most I can at some point between now and my last day earth…I’ll save Outback for my last meal! Yum…steak, bloomin onion, fries, etc.!

Gary Porter
	March 24, 2021 at 18:56	

Yes

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	March 24, 2021 at 18:48	

Red Dot Storage offers 10% discount. I’ve used it by just uploading a pic of my VIC.
All Harley Davidson, Honda Powersports, and Kawasaki dealers I’ve been to offer a 10% discount for parts, clothes, etc.

William Neudigate
	March 24, 2021 at 18:31	

How about putting this out in a pdf form so that it can be printed!

Bob Jerabek
	March 24, 2021 at 18:19	

You can add Calloway Golf to this list. 15% discount on everything. I have only called in orders and asked for the discount. Veteran, active duty.

robert cothroll
	March 24, 2021 at 18:18	

If you establish a veteran status with ID.me it may help with online discounts, such as MLB.com (35%).

Michael Gillis
	March 24, 2021 at 18:17
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