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Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

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Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

DMVA's COVID-19 Response

We know that in these uncertain times, you may have questions about your benefits or available resources. We are available to help. Find out more about COVID-19 at Michigan.gov/coronavirus. To learn more about how we are responding to this crisis, click the link below.

DMVA COVID-19 RESPONSE

Our Agencies

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Michigan National Guard
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Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
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Michigan Veteran Homes
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Michigan Youth Challenge Academy

Our Services & Benefits

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Education

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Health and Welfare

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Employment

Jobs

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Resources

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Help Support our Veterans

The DMVA is always accepting donations to help support our heroes both on and off the battlefield. Click the link below to learn how you can make a one-time donation that will enhance their quality of life.

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Latest News

Gov. Whitmer Proclaims March 25 Medal of Honor Day

March 25, 2023

LANSING, Mich. — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed March 25, 2023, Medal of Honor Day in Michigan, to honor the sacrifice and heroism by Medal of Honor recipients. ...

As MVAA enters its second decade, momentum builds for serving veterans

March 21, 2023

The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) enters its second decade committed to building stronger partnerships with other veteran organizations, to better serving not only Mic...

Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Reminds Michiganders to Donate Portion of Income Tax Return to the Military Family Relief Fund to Support Troops

March 21, 2023

LANSING, Mich. — With Tax Day approaching, the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is reminding Michiganders that they can designate a portion of their in...

10 years ago today, MVAA began serving veteran families

March 20, 2023

Today, the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) celebrates 10 years of serving veteran families and working alongside its partner organizations to connect Michigan’s fo...

Top 10 accomplishments in MVAA’s 10-year history

March 06, 2023

At the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), we’re proud of the progress we’ve made during our first decade of serving Michigan veterans and their families. But m...

MVAA to provide mobile service van for Metro Detroit veterans

March 01, 2023

Veterans in Metro Detroit will soon have another way to connect to their earned benefits with the launch of the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency’s first mobile service uni...

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Upcoming Events

Jan 25 - Apr 26

Next4Vets

Courses start January 23, 2023 Virtual Instructor-led Sessions (9:00 am - 11:00 am) February 15, March 8, March 29, April 26 Applications due: January 19, 2023 Apply Now

Mar 01 - May 25

Michigan Veteran Entrepreneur Lab

Wednesday nights from 6pm to 9pm GVSU - Muskegon Innovation Hub $20,000 in cash prizes! Apply Here

Mar 02 - Jun 01

Nurturing Parenting Program

Apr 01

A Night At The Races

$45/person Includes two meat buffet, cannoli & open bar Tickets must be purchased by March 24th Register Here

Apr 01

In Her Honor Celebration

Apr 01

Run For A Veteran 5k

Register Here

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