Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: Looking Forward to November and Veterans Day 2024 It's hard to believe November is now upon us! As many of you know, this month holds special significance for our WeSalute members, National Military & Veteran Families Month, highlighted by Veterans Day on November 11th.  We're excited to dedicate the entire month to honoring those who have served our country.

Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: Recognizing the 249 Years of Valor and Excellence of the United States Navy This week we mark a momentous occasion in American history as we celebrate the 249th birthday of the United States Navy. On October 13th, 1775, just a few months after the U.S. Army was born, the Continental Congress authorized the creation of our second military branch - a naval force, laying the foundation for what would become the most powerful navy in the world.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Celebrating Our New Partnership with Carnival Cruise Line: A True Tribute to Military & Veteran Families At WeSalute, we are deeply honored to announce our exciting new partnership with Carnival Cruise Line. As shared by Christine Duffy, President of Carnival Cruise Line, in an exclusive interview today, Carnival's commitment to honoring military families is ingrained in the company's DNA. This dedication starts at the very top—with Carnival itself being led by an executive who represents a proud military family.

Military & Veterans Life Scott’s View: Recognizing National POW/MIA Recognition Day: Leave No One Behind Today, September 20,  is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. This day honors those who were prisoners of war and those who are still missing in action. 

Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: Remembering 9/11: How WeSalute Honored All Those Who Served Over The Last 23 Years Next Wednesday, September 11, is the 23rd anniversary of the attacks on U.S. soil. Remembrances will be happening at all the sites, New York City, Washington, DC, and western Pennsylvania.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Thrive During Back to School Season with WeSalute WeSalute looks forward to this time of year so we can highlight the benefits of our program for the youth of America. For instance, Harry & David offers exclusive savings of 25% on care packages to send to loved ones each year. Greyhound Bus, an exclusive partner for 20 years, offers 10% savings each time one of our members boards a bus nationwide. That’s perfect for school commutes! 

Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: In Memoriam: Paul W. “Bud” Bucha The team here at WeSalute is joining millions of active duty military, veterans, and their families to mourn the passing of Paul W. Bucha, a Medal of Honor recipient and a founding member of our WeSalute Board of Advisors, who died last week at age 80. Over the last 25 years, he was a tireless supporter of our mission at WeSalute, formerly known as Veterans Advantage.

Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: Hire a Veteran - Always! July 25th was National Hire a Veteran Day, but with our WeSalute Jobs & Career Network, you can do that every day! Whether you’re a vet-friendly employer or a veteran looking for a career shift, we provide the employment tools you need to take the next step. This service is underwritten by WeSalute, and is free to veterans and employers. Over 1,000 employers have posted jobs in our network, and veterans have provided tens of thousands of resumes.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: How to Save for Your Home With WeSalute This week’s latest exclusive with GE Appliances continues to show our dedication to enhancing your lifestyles, with great offerings to improve your home.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Independence Day Represents A Time for Gratitude and Seeing the Country You Served With the start of Independence Day holiday this coming week, many towns across America are planning fireworks shows, parades and cookouts to celebrate our nation's 248th birthday.

Military & Veterans Life Scott’s View: U.S. Army Birthday and Flag Day for 2024 As an Army vet, I was fascinated by today’s Cover Story about the Army Song. Sometimes, we just have to stop and marvel at the rich history that makes our military so special. Fun facts, too!

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Thank You for Supporting Our Military Heroes This May As we conclude National Military Appreciation Month, we reflect on the dedication, service, and sacrifices of our U.S. Armed Forces. I am proud of the work WeSalute has been doing to support our veterans this past month and every other month of the year.

Military & Veterans Life Scott's View: We Will Never Forget - Memorial Day 2024 Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, and a long weekend to unwind, enjoy the outdoors, and be with friends and family. Most importantly, however, it is the most solemn day on our nation’s calendar.

Military & Veterans Life Scott’s View: Paul “Bud” Bucha: An American Original They say the best friendships are the ones that remain unchanged and endure no matter how many years pass. That describes the friendship between Paul W. “Bud” Bucha and myself. 

Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: Highlighting The WWII Generation and Military Appreciation Month Each May, the military and veteran community turns its attention to one of the most significant and memorable times of the year: Military Appreciation Month. This year takes on new importance as we recognize the heroism and ultimate sacrifices that made D-Day so pivotal in American History.

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: Recognizing 20 Years of Exclusive Savings With Greyhound Today, we recognize the past and future of our focus on travel exclusives. First, this year marks the 20th anniversary of our partnership with Greyhound, one of our longest serving partners providing A Real Thank You® for your service to our members.

Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: April is the Month of the Military Child, and WeSalute Honors Them, Too In April, we recognize the resilience, sacrifices, and incredible spirit of the children in our military families. The Month of the Military Child is a time to appreciate the strength and adaptability of military children in the face of unique challenges. 

Military & Veterans News Scott’s View: Do You Know Someone Who Served in Vietnam: Thank Them on March 29 One week from today, March 29, is the official Vietnam Veterans Day. As a Vietnam War veteran myself, I know how important this day is for so many of our fellow veterans. 

Discounts & Benefits Scott’s View: The Greatest Contributions Deserve the Greatest Reward The value of your participation in WeSalute is growing. We’re excited to announce the addition of over 100 new free WeSalute and paid WeSalute+ offers to our WeSalute marketplace. These new offers include savings on everyday shopping and entertainment, plus other great benefits. You can access these new savings today by signing into your WeSalute+ account today.

Military & Veterans Life Scott’s View: Black History Month & Our Nation’s Veterans With the close of February next week, we want to take a moment to recognize all the great Americans who served our nation and the spirit of Black History Month.

WeSalute Awards Scott’s View: Remembering Army Veteran and Award-Winning Journalist, Charles Osgood Award-winning journalist Charles Osgood, renowned for anchoring "CBS Sunday Morning" for 22 years and hosting the long-running radio program "The Osgood File," passed away at the age of 91. He was an Army veteran and friend of Veterans Advantage during our early days.

Military & Veterans News Scott's View: Coming Soon: Your New WeSalute It’s officially happening next month! After 25 years, Veterans Advantage will soon be known as WeSalute. For you, that means one thing: same mission, new uniform. Learn more about WeSalute in today’s Cover Story.

Military & Veterans News Scott's View: New Search Capabilities Get You Easier Access to Our 400+ Offers I wanted to take this opportunity to announce that we have deployed an enhanced search engine for navigating the Veterans Advantage marketplace. 

Discounts & Benefits Scott's View: Need A Vacation? Save on Top-Name Hotels & Resorts With all the buzz about holiday season 2023 shopping, some of which is profiled in today’s member newsletter - and new offers from J.Crew, AT&T, & Dell - we also want to recognize some great vacation opportunities, too.