Through partnership with the VA and Department of Defense, we are proud to be a contracted provider of Onward Ops. The vision is to create a seamless transition for every Veteran, providing timely support and connection to communities for successful integration. The current process to transition from military service to life as a Veteran is broken. There is too much information, often delivered too late, to provide a smooth landing.

We are building a community where every new Veteran has the tools, information, and guidance they need at the time they need it to achieve their goals in the next chapter of their life, and every destination community knows these new Veterans and their families are coming and can proactively receive them and connect them to the benefits and services they earned. We connect new Veterans with trained sponsors from their destination community with a focus on the 12 months between leaving the military and reintegrating into civilian life as a new Veteran. We give you the tools to achieve your goals, along with a sponsor to guide you along the way.

Onward Ops Sponsors are everyday community members like you. They come from diverse backgrounds, similar to the transitioning Service Members they assist. The journey out of military service is unique for each new Veteran and their family. For just a few hours a month, you can make a big difference in their success by offering your support and being there for them every step of the way.

What do sponsors do?

• Before they transition, you help by listening to any concerns or questions they may have. Offer to connect them with valuable resources that will aid the transition process.
• Throughout their transition, it is important to check in with them and provide support regularly. Introducing them to local Veterans’ organizations or other community resources can be helpful.
• After their transition, stay in touch and continue to be a supportive presence.