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Discounts & Benefits
National Military Appreciation Month & Memorial Day Military Discounts 2025
May 1st starts National Military Appreciation Month, a month-long salute where we honor those who served, are currently serving, and their families that stand tall by their side. Also, during this month companies show their support for our military and their family by providing special discounts just for them.
Military & Veterans News
VA Accelerates Electronic Health Record Rollout, 13 Facilities to Go Live in 2026
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a major acceleration of its Electronic Health Record (EHR) modernization project, with 13 medical facilities set to go live with the Federal EHR system in 2026. This expansion follows significant improvements to the EHR system, leading to increased veteran trust and system performance at existing sites.
Military & Veterans Life
Cover Story: April is Month of the Military Child
As family oriented holidays like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day come to mind this spring, the greater military community turns its attention to the month of April to kick off its annual commemoration of the “Month of the Military Child.”
Military & Veterans Life
Scott's View: Five Years After Covid, WeSalute Continues to Assist During Economic Crisis
Five years ago, the world grappled with the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, a period that fundamentally shifted our lives and economies. Here at WeSalute (formerly Veterans Advantage), our enduring mission has always been to champion our military, veteran, and family member community. As the immediate health crisis evolved into significant economic uncertainty, we remained steadfast in our commitment, ensuring our members continued to find value and support when they needed it most.
WeSalute Awards
TopVet: Thomas Sowell
Prominent economist Thomas Sowell will celebrate his 95th birthday in June but shows no signs of slowing down. The Marine Corps veteran is widely published, quoted, and sought after for guidance on current economic issues. The author of more than 45 books, he is a known voice in the Black conservative movement.
Military & Veterans News
Scott's View: Honoring Our Heroes: Vietnam Veterans Day 2025
Tomorrow, March 29th, 2025, our nation comes together to observe Vietnam Veterans Day. This important day serves as a dedicated moment to recognize the unwavering service and sacrifice of the 2.8 million American men and women who served in the Vietnam War.
Discounts & Benefits
WeSalute Review: Your Ultimate Guide to Saving with Apple’s Military Buyer’s Guide
You might have been asking yourself, does Apple have a military discount? Yes, it does! Since 2004, WeSalute, in direct partnership with Apple, has offered a wide range members only savings on Apple products. The WeSalute Review buyer’s guide is designed to help you navigate and maximize this valuable benefit, and is based on WeSalute’s 25+ years of experience speaking with members who review and redeem military discounts. Whether you're looking for a new Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, Mac, MacBook, or AppleCare+ protection, understanding the WeSalute+ Apple military discount can save you hundreds!
Discounts & Benefits
WeSalute Review: Maximize Your Savings with the Home Depot Military Buyer’s Guide
Home Depot deeply appreciates the service of U.S. veterans, active-duty service members, and their spouses, and offers a 10% military discount on eligible purchases. This latest WeSalute Review is a buyer’s guide designed to help you navigate and maximize this valuable benefit, and based on WeSalute’s 25+ years of experience speaking with members who review and redeem military discounts.
Military & Veterans Life
Cover Story: Women’s History Month & Their Groundbreaking Spirit of Military Service
March is Women’s History Month and WeSalute would like to celebrate women in the military and their great contributions.
Discounts & Benefits
WeSalute Review: Your Buyer's Guide to Verizon’s Military Discount
Are you looking to optimize your Verizon mobile plan coverage and reduce your monthly bill? Active duty military, veterans, and their families can unlock significant savings through Verizon's military discount program, especially when choosing a WeSalute+ membership.
Discounts & Benefits
WeSalute Review: Getting Military Discounts & Deals in Stores and Restaurants
Our WeSalute Members report that they have the advantage of using their WeSalute+ ID Card, as a secure military ID to redeem military discounts, without having to have a government-issued military ID or using their sensitive military documents, such as the DD214.
Military & Veterans News
WeSalute Joins the NYSE in Thanking Our Nation’s Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients
"What does true American heroism mean to you?"
Discounts & Benefits
WeSalute Review: CVS Buyer’s Guide for Military & Veterans
Here at WeSalute we understand stretching every dollar is important to our nation’s military, veterans, and their family members. That's why we've created this CVS Buyer's Guide highlighting some of the great products you can save on. WeSalute+ members receive an exclusive 20% sitewide discount and free shipping through CVS! So, in need of a convenient gift for a friend or family member? Look no further than our CVS Buyer’s Guide.
Military & Veterans News
Unlock Savings and Convenience: Our 13-Year Partnership with CVS
For over 13 years, WeSalute has been proud to partner with CVS, bringing our members exceptional value on everything from essential healthcare items to everyday household necessities. This long-standing relationship has been built on a shared commitment to providing accessible and affordable solutions for your well-being and home.
Military & Veterans Life
Cover Story: Black History Month - Recognizing Veterans Who Reached Fame After Their Military Service
February is Black History Month and an important time as ever to celebrate the contributions of African-Americans in military history. Today, there are over 350,000 active duty and select reserve members and over 2.4 million Black and African American veterans in the United States.
Military & Veterans Life
Scott's View: Valentine's Day, Iwo Jima, and Black History Month: A Time for Love and Remembrance
February 14th is a day for love, a time to celebrate the bonds that connect us. Whether it's romantic love, the love of family, or the warmth of friendship, Valentine's Day is a reminder to cherish those special people in our lives.
Military & Veterans Life
Review: Romantic Destinations Travel Savings Guide
Ever since the holidays, our nation has been gripped by extremely frigid weather. Snow, winds, and cold are always a temptation for stress. With that in mind, and Valentine’s Day 3 weeks away, our travel editors are appealing to your romantic side this week, with our five best romantic travel ideas for you.
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Two Decades of Love & Blooms: Celebrating 20 Years with 1-800-Flowers This Valentine's Day!
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and love is in the air! At WeSalute, we're not just celebrating romance; we're also toasting to a very special milestone: 20 years of WeSalute’s partnership with the incredible team at 1-800-Flowers! For two decades, we've been helping our military and veteran community express their love and appreciation with beautiful blooms, thoughtful gifts, and exceptional service. And this Valentine's Day, we're making it even easier to show you care.
Military & Veterans Life
Review: Ski Travel Savings Guide
With the next Olympic Winter Games right around the corner in 2026, and cold weather and snow the theme throughout this month of January, interest in winter sports is soaring. For those eager to experience the thrill of the slopes firsthand, this opens doors to exciting adventures at premier ski destinations across the United States with WeSalute.
Military & Veterans Life
Scott's View: Keeping the Dream Alive: MLK Day and the Veteran Community
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 is this coming Monday, January 20. “MLK Day” is more than just a day off. It's a time for reflection, remembrance, and renewed commitment to the ideals that shaped a nation. While we celebrate the progress made in the fight for racial equality, it's crucial to remember that the journey is far from over. Dr. King's message of love, unity, and nonviolence continues to resonate deeply, especially within the veteran community.
WeSalute Awards
VetFamily: Blake Lively
Popular actress Blake Lively is best known for her TV and film roles in “Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” and “Gossip Girl.” While it’s widely known that she comes from a Hollywood family, she also has ties to the military. Her father, Ernie Lively, served in the Marine Corps in Vietnam before shifting to acting and coaching.
Military & Veterans Life
How Military & Veterans Can Repair Their Credit Rating
If you are in credit trouble, you aren’t alone. There are so many military and veteran families and Americans in general who have had issues with their credit.
Military & Veterans News
VA expands access to Veterans Legacy Memorial, allowing Veterans to chronicle their life story
Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs expanded the Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM) — the nation’s largest digital platform dedicated to the memory of Veterans and service members — to allow Veterans to tell their own story before they pass away. The new “Your Story, Your Legacy” feature will allow Veterans who have been approved for VA’s pre-need eligibility determination for burial in a VA national cemetery to log in to a secure website where they can privately submit images, autobiographies, military and life milestones, and historical documents.
Discounts & Benefits
Scott's View: New Year's Resolutions for Veterans: Maximizing WeSalute Benefits in 2025
It's a new year, and that means new resolutions! Whether you're aiming to save more, travel further, or prioritize your health, WeSalute has been here to help you achieve your goals for over two decades. And we're still here for you today!
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