The Air Force Aid Society provides no-interest loans and grants to qualified Airmen and their families experiencing financial emergencies stemming from educational expenses, child care costs, car upkeep bills, and more. Link to Resource

There are 76 Airmen and Family Readiness Centers available to Airmen and their families that provide SECO services and in-person career counseling, employment opportunities, education and scholarship opportunities, and job search strategies. Link to Resource

ACP is a nonprofit mentorship organization that provides career counseling, mentorship, and networking opportunities to military spouses and service members. Link to Resource

Army Community Services is an Army-wide activity that assists personnel and family members in transition and provides information, referrals, and resources, including Employment Readiness Programs (ERP). Link to Resource

The Army Emergency Relief program provides emergency financial assistance to qualified Soldiers and their families in the form of interest-free loans (or part loans) and grants (or part grants). Link to Resource

The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) serves the U.S. Army, Soldiers, Army civilians, and their families by (1) educating its members about land warfare and the Army's role in national defense, (2) informing its members about issues affecting the U.S. Army, and (3) connecting the Army to civilians at various organizational levels. Link to Resource

BoH is a job-listing website that allows users to find employment opportunities in the local area. Participation is free of charge. There are no special programs/services in place for military families, but it does ease the job search process. Link to Resource

The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook is a resource explaining job growth (in pay or number of jobs) in America. Readers can choose to look at overall growth or at a particular industry. Link to Resource

CareerOneStop  is a U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration-sponsored organization that provides career exploration resources, training opportunities, job search tools, and assistance in various local offices across the U.S. or online. Link to Resource

The Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness assists professionals who serve military families with identifying, selecting, and implementing evidence-based programs and practices that address a range of topics from family matters to mental health. Link to Resource

Coaching Into Care is intended to for adults caring for a veteran who may benefit from mental health services. This is a telephone-based resource in which callers can speak with a licensed social worker or psychologist for free consultations and connections to other services. Link to Resource

The Coast Guard Mutual Assistance program provides counseling, short-term interest-free loans, financial grants, referrals, and more to qualified Coast Guard service members and their families. Link to Resource

DSLO seeks to engage and educate state leaders about the needs of military members and their families. The organization examines 10 key, nationwide issues and provides a brief overview of services from the DOD level. Link to Resource

FOCUS helps military-connected children, families, and couples to overcome the challenges of military life by providing resilience education and training. Link to Resource

FMEAP is a Marine Corps program that uses MSEP, SECO, MyCAA, and the Spouse Transition and Readiness Seminar (STARS) to help transitioning military spouses handle career changes, changes to military and insurance benefits, financial considerations, education, and employment. Link to Resource

Family Member Preference (or Derived Preference) is a subsection of Veteran’s Preference under the Department of Labor (DOL), wherein spouses of service members and veterans who meet specific criteria may be eligible to receive assistance with placement into federal jobs. Link to Resource

The Fisher House Foundation builds homes at military and VA medical centers where active duty and veteran’s families may stay while their loved ones are in the hospital. Link to Resource

Hire Heroes USA provides transition workshops, personalized career coaching, and employment preparation counseling for military spouses, service members, and veterans entering the civilian workforce. These services are free of charge. Link to Resource

Hiring Our Heroes is a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation initiative to connect service members, veterans, and military spouses with employment opportunities. Some municipalities are designated as Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zone (MSEEZ), which means that increased resources are available to military spouses in the area, including training, employment forums, networking events, and hiring opportunities, along with many others. Link to Resource

inTransition is a free, confidential program available to all military members (i.e., past service members, active duty, guard, and reservists) and offers access to mental health care and coaching to those who need it for any reason (e.g., relocating, returning from deployment, transitioning from the military service). Link to Resource

Macho Spouse assists male civilian spouses with navigating the stressors and challenges associated with military life. Macho Spouse provides information and resources on topics ranging from "Male Military Spouse 101" to "Leveraging LinkedIn to Find Career Opportunities." Link to Resource

Make the Connection is an online resource that connects veterans and their families with resources and support networks in their area. Link to Resource

Marine Corps Community Service Civilian Careers Spousal Preference Program is a DoD instituted program to grant eligible spouses special preference in the selection of civilian jobs on military installations. These employment opportunities are also accompanied by special benefits that can be found at the program’s website.   Link to Resource

The Marine Corps System Command provides resource information, support services, and community engagement opportunities to Marines and their families with the goal of improving their personal and family readiness. Link to Resource

Military Child Education Coalition provides military-connected children and families with the resources and support they need to be college, workforce, and life-ready. Link to Resource

The Military Child Education Coalition’s Supporting Veteran’s Children Through Transitions is a day-long training for professionals and the main topic covered is challenges associated with family transitions. Link to Resource

MFLN is an extension program that offers educational resources and trainings to practitioners, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the lives of military families and service members. MFLN trainings offer the opportunity to share and engage with direct service providers, and they offer certificates of completion for most webinars, learning events, courses, and podcasts. Link to Resource

MFRI is a university-based program that pairs research with outreach. Their team conducts and analyzes research studies that relate to experiences of military and veteran families, and they train communities, organizations, and professionals to gain a better understanding of these families' needs. They also create supportive programs and services for student veterans. Link to Resource

Military Kids Connect is an online community that connects military children to each other while helping "build and reinforce understanding, resilience, and coping skills in military children and their peers." Link to Resource

Military OneSource is an all-encompassing resource for military personnel and their families that promises to be the one source that stands ready to assist in mastering military life. Topic areas include the military life cycle, family & relationships, moving & housing, financial & legal matters, education & employment, health & wellness, recreation, travel & shopping, and service providers & leaders. Link to Resource

As of Novermber 2018, Walmart has implemented a hiring preference for military spouses seeking employment at Walmart or Sam’s Club. Career counselors are provided to find the best job fit at Walmart or Sam’s Club. The application process requires a valid Uniformed Services Identification Card. Link to Resource

MSEP is a partnership with the Department of Defense under the SECO initiative that provides targeted recruitment and employment solutions for military spouses. MSEP partners with over 390 other groups to promote military spouse hiring. Link to Resource

The Military Spouse Advocacy Network consistants of military spouses that advocate, mentor, educate, and empower new military spouses to overcome the challenges of military life. Link to Resource

This link leads to a variety of scholarships for military spouses looking to pursue higher education. Link to Resource

A scholarship program providing up to $4,000 of financial assistance to eligible military spouses seeking an Associate’s degree, license, or certification. Link to Resource

The Military Spouse Corporate Career Network connects military spouses, retired military spouses, and caregivers of war wounded service members with no-cost employment readiness training programs and job placement services. Link to Resource

Military.com’ Veteran Jobs page is dedicated to employment-related blog posts, job search tools, etc., that can provide useful advice to transitioning spouses. There are not necessarily specific programs in place through this website, but there is a wealth of information available on all things employment-related. There is also a Spouse Careers page, with various blog-style articles related to common challenges spouses face when looking for employment and tips for making the process smoother. Link to Resource

MySECO, also Spouse Education and Career Opportunities (SECO), offers career coaching for military spouses to assist with accessing career exploration, education opportunities, employment readiness, and career connections resources. MySECO also assists spouses from identifying current skills to obtaining the necessary education to find employment and being hired. Coaching can also be tailored to interests in a particular industry. Link to Resource

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Project Homefront is available to adults who are related to, or care for, a veteran who has experienced deployment and has a mental health condition. The program is composed of six peer-led classes and topics such as problem solving, effective communication, connecting with resources, and understanding PTSD and mental illness are discussed. Link to Resource

The National Military Family Association helps to mediate the challenges of military life by providing resources, including scholarship programs and military child exclusive summer camps, to qualified military families. Link to Resource

The Navy Fleet and Family Readiness program provides relocation assistance, new parent support, deployment services, as well as other transition assistance programs to service members and their families. Link to Resource

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society offers financial assistance and counseling, educational assistance, emergency travel, disaster relief, and more to qualified Sailors, Marines, and their families and survivors. Link to Resource

Parenting to Veterans and Service Members is an online parenting course composed of six modules that offer interactive exercises and handouts. These exercises and handouts cover topics such as reconnecting with children after deployments, positive parent-child communication, and managing stress as a parent. Link to Resource

The Pat Tillman Foundation offers educational scholarships and academic fellowships to qualified active duty service members, veterans, and their spouses. Link to Resource

Project Y.E.S.! is a national program that offers college student interns the ability to develop professional career goals and plans. The program also gives back to its community by meeting the needs of military families and by working closely with the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program. Link to Resource

Psychological Health Center of Excellence provides education in the form of information, trainings, and webinars. Their mission is to increase awareness of mental health and to ultimately improve readiness and prevent psychological health disorders. Link to Resource

The PTSD Coach app is designed for veterans and covers skills such as breathing exercises, mindfulness, and behavioral activation. The PTSD Family Coach app is designed for family members of veterans and provides information on PTSD and self-care suggestions. Link to Resource

The REACH Program is for veterans and their family members that are dealing with PTSD. REACH utilizes a multifamily group model divided into three different phases. In the first phase, families attend alone and focus on building rapport and setting goals. In the second phase, four to six veterans and their families attend six 90-minute sessions. In the third phase, families attend once-a-month sessions, with the goal being maintenance of skills learned and benefits gained in the program. Topics covered in the program include problem solving, psychoeducation about symptom management, communication, and stress management. Link to Resource

The Real Warriors Campaign is geared toward helping to change the stigma associated with psychological health, and helping military families strengthen and maintain their relationships. Link to Resource

The Rosie Network empowers military family members who want to be entrepreneurs by providing services to establish a business profile at no cost and connecting consumers who want to support military families with these small businesses. Link to Resource

Sesame Street’s Transition Program is intended for veterans, spouses of veterans, and their children. Once families are signed up for the program, they are emailed twelve online modules that include newsletters, videos, and activities for the families to do together. Some topics covered include communication, making new friends, and connecting as a family. Link to Resource

NCTSN pamphlets are available to military families and providers. The pamphlets discuss the experiences of families who have left the military and provide family-based resources. Providers can also find information about assessment considerations. Link to Resource

STEPS is a comprehensive resource of career development and training resources for driven professionals and students to further their education and training and develop career skills. Link to Resource

The SAFE Program is designed for adults caring for someone who has a mental illness, especially PTSD. The program consists of eighteen 90-minute group family psychoeducation sessions, which are broken up into three sections: peer discussion and support, a didactic presentation, and a question and answer period. Topics include the impact of PTSD on family, creating low-stress environments, and setting boundaries with family members. After going through the program, people reported a better understanding of PTSD and mental illness, more awareness of resources, and lower levels of caregiver stress. Link to Resource

The Department of Veterans Affairs Community Provider Toolkit is comprised of websites and handouts that offers providers with information about screenings for military families and trainings on military culture and veteran behavioral health. Link to Resource

TAPS offers care and support to those grieving the loss of a loved one while serving in the Armed Forces. TAPS provides support to the surviving loved ones in the form of education assistance, grief counseling, and connection to mentors and peers. Link to Resource

USA Wage is a website containing information about the post profitable and most popular jobs in major cities in every state. Link to Resource

USAJOBS is an employment initiative under the United States Federal Government to offer non-competitive hiring opportunities. Military spouses may be eligible for the Military Spouse Noncompetitive Appointing Authority if they meet the appropriate criteria. Link to Resource

The VA Caregiver Support provides education, peer and professional support, and training for veterans and their caregivers. Link to Resource

Vetari is a digital mentorship platform, through which military spouses, service members, and veterans can access free career mentorship from professionals in a particular field of interest. Link to Resource

The Veteran’s Guide to Talking with Kids about PTSD is a twenty-five-page interactive pamphlet that is designed to be used by veteran parents, but it can also be adapted to be used in a class or therapy format for veteran parents to attend. This resource covers topics such as family challenges and empowering veterans and families to use their strengths. Link to Resource

The Air Force Aid Society provides no-interest loans and grants to qualified Airmen and their families experiencing financial emergencies stemming from educational expenses, child care costs, car upkeep bills, and more. Link to Resource

The Army Emergency Relief program provides emergency financial assistance to qualified Soldiers and their families in the form of interest-free loans (or part loans) and grants (or part grants). Link to Resource

The Coast Guard Mutual Assistance program provides counseling, short-term interest-free loans, financial grants, referrals, and more to qualified Coast Guard service members and their families. Link to Resource

The Fisher House Foundation builds homes at military and VA medical centers where active duty and veteran’s families may stay while their loved ones are in the hospital. Link to Resource

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society offers financial assistance and counseling, educational assistance, emergency travel, disaster relief, and more to qualified Sailors, Marines, and their families and survivors. Link to Resource

ACP is a nonprofit mentorship organization that provides career counseling, mentorship, and networking opportunities to military spouses and service members. Link to Resource

Army Community Services is an Army-wide activity that assists personnel and family members in transition and provides information, referrals, and resources, including Employment Readiness Programs (ERP). Link to Resource

BoH is a job-listing website that allows users to find employment opportunities in the local area. Participation is free of charge. There are no special programs/services in place for military families, but it does ease the job search process. Link to Resource

The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook is a resource explaining job growth (in pay or number of jobs) in America. Readers can choose to look at overall growth or at a particular industry. Link to Resource

CareerOneStop  is a U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration-sponsored organization that provides career exploration resources, training opportunities, job search tools, and assistance in various local offices across the U.S. or online. Link to Resource

FMEAP is a Marine Corps program that uses MSEP, SECO, MyCAA, and the Spouse Transition and Readiness Seminar (STARS) to help transitioning military spouses handle career changes, changes to military and insurance benefits, financial considerations, education, and employment. Link to Resource

Family Member Preference (or Derived Preference) is a subsection of Veteran’s Preference under the Department of Labor (DOL), wherein spouses of service members and veterans who meet specific criteria may be eligible to receive assistance with placement into federal jobs. Link to Resource

Hire Heroes USA provides transition workshops, personalized career coaching, and employment preparation counseling for military spouses, service members, and veterans entering the civilian workforce. These services are free of charge. Link to Resource

Hiring Our Heroes is a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation initiative to connect service members, veterans, and military spouses with employment opportunities. Some municipalities are designated as Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zone (MSEEZ), which means that increased resources are available to military spouses in the area, including training, employment forums, networking events, and hiring opportunities, along with many others. Link to Resource

Marine Corps Community Service Civilian Careers Spousal Preference Program is a DoD instituted program to grant eligible spouses special preference in the selection of civilian jobs on military installations. These employment opportunities are also accompanied by special benefits that can be found at the program’s website.   Link to Resource

As of Novermber 2018, Walmart has implemented a hiring preference for military spouses seeking employment at Walmart or Sam’s Club. Career counselors are provided to find the best job fit at Walmart or Sam’s Club. The application process requires a valid Uniformed Services Identification Card. Link to Resource

MSEP is a partnership with the Department of Defense under the SECO initiative that provides targeted recruitment and employment solutions for military spouses. MSEP partners with over 390 other groups to promote military spouse hiring. Link to Resource

This link leads to a variety of scholarships for military spouses looking to pursue higher education. Link to Resource

A scholarship program providing up to $4,000 of financial assistance to eligible military spouses seeking an Associate’s degree, license, or certification. Link to Resource

The Military Spouse Corporate Career Network connects military spouses, retired military spouses, and caregivers of war wounded service members with no-cost employment readiness training programs and job placement services. Link to Resource

Military.com’ Veteran Jobs page is dedicated to employment-related blog posts, job search tools, etc., that can provide useful advice to transitioning spouses. There are not necessarily specific programs in place through this website, but there is a wealth of information available on all things employment-related. There is also a Spouse Careers page, with various blog-style articles related to common challenges spouses face when looking for employment and tips for making the process smoother. Link to Resource

MySECO, also Spouse Education and Career Opportunities (SECO), offers career coaching for military spouses to assist with accessing career exploration, education opportunities, employment readiness, and career connections resources. MySECO also assists spouses from identifying current skills to obtaining the necessary education to find employment and being hired. Coaching can also be tailored to interests in a particular industry. Link to Resource

The Pat Tillman Foundation offers educational scholarships and academic fellowships to qualified active duty service members, veterans, and their spouses. Link to Resource

The Rosie Network empowers military family members who want to be entrepreneurs by providing services to establish a business profile at no cost and connecting consumers who want to support military families with these small businesses. Link to Resource

STEPS is a comprehensive resource of career development and training resources for driven professionals and students to further their education and training and develop career skills. Link to Resource

USA Wage is a website containing information about the post profitable and most popular jobs in major cities in every state. Link to Resource

USAJOBS is an employment initiative under the United States Federal Government to offer non-competitive hiring opportunities. Military spouses may be eligible for the Military Spouse Noncompetitive Appointing Authority if they meet the appropriate criteria. Link to Resource

Vetari is a digital mentorship platform, through which military spouses, service members, and veterans can access free career mentorship from professionals in a particular field of interest. Link to Resource

The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) serves the U.S. Army, Soldiers, Army civilians, and their families by (1) educating its members about land warfare and the Army's role in national defense, (2) informing its members about issues affecting the U.S. Army, and (3) connecting the Army to civilians at various organizational levels. Link to Resource

The Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness assists professionals who serve military families with identifying, selecting, and implementing evidence-based programs and practices that address a range of topics from family matters to mental health. Link to Resource

Coaching Into Care is intended to for adults caring for a veteran who may benefit from mental health services. This is a telephone-based resource in which callers can speak with a licensed social worker or psychologist for free consultations and connections to other services. Link to Resource

DSLO seeks to engage and educate state leaders about the needs of military members and their families. The organization examines 10 key, nationwide issues and provides a brief overview of services from the DOD level. Link to Resource

inTransition is a free, confidential program available to all military members (i.e., past service members, active duty, guard, and reservists) and offers access to mental health care and coaching to those who need it for any reason (e.g., relocating, returning from deployment, transitioning from the military service). Link to Resource

MFLN is an extension program that offers educational resources and trainings to practitioners, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the lives of military families and service members. MFLN trainings offer the opportunity to share and engage with direct service providers, and they offer certificates of completion for most webinars, learning events, courses, and podcasts. Link to Resource

MFRI is a university-based program that pairs research with outreach. Their team conducts and analyzes research studies that relate to experiences of military and veteran families, and they train communities, organizations, and professionals to gain a better understanding of these families' needs. They also create supportive programs and services for student veterans. Link to Resource

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Project Homefront is available to adults who are related to, or care for, a veteran who has experienced deployment and has a mental health condition. The program is composed of six peer-led classes and topics such as problem solving, effective communication, connecting with resources, and understanding PTSD and mental illness are discussed. Link to Resource

The REACH Program is for veterans and their family members that are dealing with PTSD. REACH utilizes a multifamily group model divided into three different phases. In the first phase, families attend alone and focus on building rapport and setting goals. In the second phase, four to six veterans and their families attend six 90-minute sessions. In the third phase, families attend once-a-month sessions, with the goal being maintenance of skills learned and benefits gained in the program. Topics covered in the program include problem solving, psychoeducation about symptom management, communication, and stress management. Link to Resource

The SAFE Program is designed for adults caring for someone who has a mental illness, especially PTSD. The program consists of eighteen 90-minute group family psychoeducation sessions, which are broken up into three sections: peer discussion and support, a didactic presentation, and a question and answer period. Topics include the impact of PTSD on family, creating low-stress environments, and setting boundaries with family members. After going through the program, people reported a better understanding of PTSD and mental illness, more awareness of resources, and lower levels of caregiver stress. Link to Resource

The Veteran’s Guide to Talking with Kids about PTSD is a twenty-five-page interactive pamphlet that is designed to be used by veteran parents, but it can also be adapted to be used in a class or therapy format for veteran parents to attend. This resource covers topics such as family challenges and empowering veterans and families to use their strengths. Link to Resource

Military Child Education Coalition provides military-connected children and families with the resources and support they need to be college, workforce, and life-ready. Link to Resource

The Military Child Education Coalition’s Supporting Veteran’s Children Through Transitions is a day-long training for professionals and the main topic covered is challenges associated with family transitions. Link to Resource

Military Kids Connect is an online community that connects military children to each other while helping "build and reinforce understanding, resilience, and coping skills in military children and their peers." Link to Resource

Parenting to Veterans and Service Members is an online parenting course composed of six modules that offer interactive exercises and handouts. These exercises and handouts cover topics such as reconnecting with children after deployments, positive parent-child communication, and managing stress as a parent. Link to Resource

Project Y.E.S.! is a national program that offers college student interns the ability to develop professional career goals and plans. The program also gives back to its community by meeting the needs of military families and by working closely with the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program. Link to Resource

The PTSD Coach app is designed for veterans and covers skills such as breathing exercises, mindfulness, and behavioral activation. The PTSD Family Coach app is designed for family members of veterans and provides information on PTSD and self-care suggestions. Link to Resource

The Department of Veterans Affairs Community Provider Toolkit is comprised of websites and handouts that offers providers with information about screenings for military families and trainings on military culture and veteran behavioral health. Link to Resource

There are 76 Airmen and Family Readiness Centers available to Airmen and their families that provide SECO services and in-person career counseling, employment opportunities, education and scholarship opportunities, and job search strategies. Link to Resource

FOCUS helps military-connected children, families, and couples to overcome the challenges of military life by providing resilience education and training. Link to Resource

Macho Spouse assists male civilian spouses with navigating the stressors and challenges associated with military life. Macho Spouse provides information and resources on topics ranging from "Male Military Spouse 101" to "Leveraging LinkedIn to Find Career Opportunities." Link to Resource

Make the Connection is an online resource that connects veterans and their families with resources and support networks in their area. Link to Resource

The Marine Corps System Command provides resource information, support services, and community engagement opportunities to Marines and their families with the goal of improving their personal and family readiness. Link to Resource

Military OneSource is an all-encompassing resource for military personnel and their families that promises to be the one source that stands ready to assist in mastering military life. Topic areas include the military life cycle, family & relationships, moving & housing, financial & legal matters, education & employment, health & wellness, recreation, travel & shopping, and service providers & leaders. Link to Resource

The Military Spouse Advocacy Network consistants of military spouses that advocate, mentor, educate, and empower new military spouses to overcome the challenges of military life. Link to Resource

The National Military Family Association helps to mediate the challenges of military life by providing resources, including scholarship programs and military child exclusive summer camps, to qualified military families. Link to Resource

The Navy Fleet and Family Readiness program provides relocation assistance, new parent support, deployment services, as well as other transition assistance programs to service members and their families. Link to Resource

Psychological Health Center of Excellence provides education in the form of information, trainings, and webinars. Their mission is to increase awareness of mental health and to ultimately improve readiness and prevent psychological health disorders. Link to Resource

The Real Warriors Campaign is geared toward helping to change the stigma associated with psychological health, and helping military families strengthen and maintain their relationships. Link to Resource

Sesame Street’s Transition Program is intended for veterans, spouses of veterans, and their children. Once families are signed up for the program, they are emailed twelve online modules that include newsletters, videos, and activities for the families to do together. Some topics covered include communication, making new friends, and connecting as a family. Link to Resource

NCTSN pamphlets are available to military families and providers. The pamphlets discuss the experiences of families who have left the military and provide family-based resources. Providers can also find information about assessment considerations. Link to Resource

TAPS offers care and support to those grieving the loss of a loved one while serving in the Armed Forces. TAPS provides support to the surviving loved ones in the form of education assistance, grief counseling, and connection to mentors and peers. Link to Resource

The VA Caregiver Support provides education, peer and professional support, and training for veterans and their caregivers. Link to Resource