VTNGEA Association Resources
Professional Resources for Vermont National Guard Members and their Families
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CLAIM ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP
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We change lives in 12 – 14 weeks:
- Java Full Stack Developer
- C#./NET Full Stack Developer
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- Cyber Security Bootcamps
T-MOBILE PARTNERSHIP
T-Mobile offers exclusive savings and benefits to members of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States! Click the listed link to visit our government page for details.
You may also call 855-570-9947.  Don’t forget to tell them you are a member of EANGUS!
If you are a decision maker for government liable devices, you may find some great information from our recent Federal webinar by clicking here:Â T-Mobile for Government
USAA PARTNERSHIP
We offer benefits, products and discounts for U.S. military members and their spouses, as well as children of USAA members. We’re committed to providing our members with exceptional service.Â
We’ve earned our members’ trust by providing convenient banking and competitively priced insurance, and a comprehensive suite of investment products through our strategic providers.
Join today and then enjoy our wide range of products and services.
NG EMPLOYMENT NETWORK
NGEN is here to help you overcome hiring obstacles and secure employment. Through NGEN, Guard Members, Veterans, and Spouses can connect with specialized support based on each individual’s career readiness needs. Are you ready to take your employment goals to the next level?  Sign up today and a National Guard Employment Network Career Specialists will contact you within 24-48 hours.Â
VA HOME LOAN PROGRAM
- $0 down payment options available
- Flexible qualifications
- Lower Rates, Lower Payments
- Interest Rate Reduction Loans (No Appraisal Or Income Documents Required)
- Cash Out Options Available
- VA Home Motrgage -No Loan Limit
- (Second VA Loan Limit $510,400.00)
- Benefit can be used multiple times
- New construction loans available
- Credit Counseling and Repair Available
VETERAN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Contact a recruiter at 888-829-4191 to learn more, or click here about our scholarship.
FLORIDA MILITARY PROPERTY TAX BENEFITS
A member of the Florida National Guard may receive an exemption if he or she was deployed during the previous calendar year outside the continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii in support of a designated operation (the Florida Legislature designates operations for this exemption).
Download the form by clicking on the button below.
DOD ID CARD OFFICE ONLINE
The DoD ID Card Online Office provides a RAPIDS ID Card online tool to locate a local RAPIDS ID card office, update your CAC, or manage sponsor or family member ID card information. You can search for appointments based on location. The Office Online will allow service members and civilians to temporarily extend the life of their cards as the nation battles the COVID-19 pandemic.
EANGUS – WE CARE FOR AMERICA FOUNDATION
The EANGUS We Care for America Foundation (WCFA) is a IRS 501(c)3 charity arm of EANGUS. It provides several opportunities: emergency financial grants; scholarships; and recognition awards. WCFA offers an opportunity to a current or former enlisted National Guard members who are in good standing and an EANGUS dues paying member (Life or Annual) who has experienced a catastrophic financial hardship and/or personal property loss, to apply for a Soldier & Airman Relief Grant for Emergencies.
AIR FORCE VIRTUAL EDUCATION CENTER
The Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) offers a wide array of on-line services to empower you to actively participate in all aspects of your education to include the creation and management of funding requests. The Air Force currently pays 100 percent of tuition, up to $250 per credit hour ($3,750 annually), in off-duty courses with accredited schools who have signed the Department of Defense Memorandum of Understanding in pursuit of approved degree programs.Â
SALESFORCE TRAINING AT NO COST
Salesforce is the world’s #1 Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution and fastest growing enterprise software company. It is committed to upskilling the military community with high demand technology skills and providing our partners with a diverse and trained talent pipeline. The Trailhead Military program is virtual, self-paced, free, and can be started in minutes. Register today to join a tight knit community of over 18,000 members focused on career success.
ARMYIgnited
Lead by example. An educated Soldier is the best asset of the Army. Pursue your educational dreams by using GoArmyEd to research your educational options, register for classes and to monitor your educational progress. GoArmyEd is the virtual gateway for you to request Tuition Assistance (TA) online, anytime for both classroom and distance learning college courses. Using GoArmyEd for your educational needs puts you one click closer to obtaining the finest education, anywhere you are, anytime you want it.Â
ARMY RETIRED
Army Retirement Services develops Army policies and oversees Army wide programs that educate Soldiers and their families about retirement, advise survivors of soldiers who die on active duty/inactive duty for training, advocate for and advise Retired Soldiers and surviving spouses until death in order to comply with federal laws and DoD and Army policies, convince Retired Soldiers to remain active Soldiers for life who help Veterans get hired, inspire the next generation to join the military, and connect Americans with the Army that defends them.
AIR FORCE RETIRED
The Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center is a major command direct reporting unit of Air Force Reserve Command with technical and policy guidance provided by the Chief of Air Force. HQ ARPC is the organization charged with executing policy created by Headquarters Air Force and the National Guard Bureau, as well as providing direct support to wing-level Force Support Staffs and Commander Support Staffs. HQ ARPC serves the Total Force, which includes Guard, Reserve, and active duty members.
CIVIL SERVICE RETIRED
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) serves as the chief human resources agency and personnel policy manager for the Federal Government. OPM provides HR leadership and support to Federal agencies and helps the Federal workforce achieve their goals. OPM directs human resources and employee management services, administers retirement benefits, manages healthcare and insurance programs, oversees merit-based and inclusive hiring into the civil service, and provides a secure employment process.
RETIRED PAY RESOURCES
Being in the United States military carries with it a number of benefits. Military retirement pay is arguably one of the best and highly sought after benefits. This benefit also increases with the cost of living helping to ensure that the value of a military retirement does not decline over time. Properly managed, a military retirement can easily last a lifetime and in some cases include survivor benefits. Learn how to navigate the military retirement process, and get advice on the various options that are available.
IBM CERTIFICATION AT NO COST
CASY proudly announces its Data Intelligence and Cyber Security Training program, conducted in partnership with IBM. IBM will continue to grow this program through an additional grant to CASY & MSCCN to conduct up to 13 training sessions to enable a total of ~150 veterans to gain this certification. They will then be assisted by CASY & MSCCN with job placement, based on their newly acquired skills. Go to their training calendar and register today.These certifications come with a badge on LinkedIn from IBM.
ARMY CREDENTIALING
Credentialing Assistance (CA) is now available on armyignited.com! We encourage you to register your account today and find a credential that can help advance your career goals.
Choose from over 1600 credentialing options in just 4 easy steps on ArmyIgnitED.Â
Explore how military training and experience prepares Army Service members for civilian credentials and jobs.