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About This Group

Welcome to the Military & Vet’s group on GT All Sports — a supportive hub for service members, veterans, Guard/Reserve, families, and caregivers. Join the group to appear in the directory so others can connect with you. ZIP-radius searches are available in the MEMBERS MAIN TAB.

• Find links to VA health care, benefits, and Vet Centers
• Discover national veteran & military family organizations
• See help that may be available during government shutdowns
• Share articles, events, programs, and local resources

What You’ll Find

• VA & federal resources — health care, benefits, Vet Centers
• Veteran & military orgs — VFW, American Legion, DAV, WWP, Team RWB, etc.
• Family/spouse support — Military OneSource, Hiring resources
• Shutdown help — pay updates, relief societies, assistance links
• Branch links — Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force/Space Force, Coast Guard

VA & Official Resources

• Department of Veterans Affairs (VA.gov)
• VA Health Care
• Vet Center (readjustment counseling)
• Military OneSource
• DFAS — Pay & Benefits

Veteran & Military Organizations

• Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
• American Legion
• Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
• Wounded Warrior Project
• Team RWB
• IAVA — Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
• USO

During Government Shutdowns

Information and support often come from these official or well-known sources:

• Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
• Army Emergency Relief
• Air Force Aid Society
• Coast Guard Mutual Assistance

Federal Workers — Relief & Aid (Shutdowns)

This site doesn’t have a separate federal workers group yet, so we’re keeping key relief links here for any civil service employees and families affected by a shutdown. Always check the official site for the latest guidance.

• FEEA — Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund — emergency hardship grants/loans, scholarships.
• TSP (Thrift Savings Plan) — official info on loans/withdrawals and implications (fees, taxes, retirement impact).
• CFPB: Managing Finances During Hardship — talking to lenders, hardship/forbearance options.
• Feeding America: Find a Food Bank — local food assistance.
• American Red Cross — disaster & emergency assistance resources.
• Unions/associations (check your local): AFGE, NTEU, NARFE — member aid and updates.

Note: Assistance varies by agency, location, and eligibility. Confirm details on the official site or with your HR/union before taking financial actions (e.g., loans or withdrawals).

Oklahoma — Local Relief & Assistance

When government shutdowns or emergencies impact Oklahoma residents — including military, veterans, and federal employees — local programs often provide food, utility, and financial aid. Here are trusted resources to start with:

• Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS) — SNAP, utility, and temporary assistance programs.
• American Red Cross – Oklahoma Region — emergency and disaster relief.
• The Salvation Army Oklahoma — food, shelter, rent/utility support.
• Catholic Charities of Oklahoma — emergency financial aid and counseling.
• Tinker AFB Financial Assistance — direct support for airmen and families stationed in Oklahoma.

Tip: Local United Way chapters and churches across Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Enid, and Lawton also coordinate special funds during shutdowns — contact your local office or call 211 for current listings.

Military Branches

• U.S. Army
• U.S. Marine Corps
• U.S. Navy
• U.S. Air Force  |  U.S. Space Force
• U.S. Coast Guard

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