DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

One of the most confusing aspects of filing for service-connected disability compensation is figuring out how the @DeptVetAffairs establishes a rating. Check out DAV's VA Compensation Calculator to understand how the VA calculates disability ratings 👉 dav.la/40ftRZw.

This month, @JPCycles is hosting a fundraiser for DAV, donating $3 for every online purchase from Nov. 1 through Veterans Day. Additionally, J & P Cycle’s sister company, @CycleGear, will be hosting an in-person fundraiser at their Bike Night events across select locations on Nov. 10. Customers will be invited to donate to DAV at the register. Learn more about this event at cyclegear.com/events.

In August 2026, devastating storms swept through Indiana, causing widespread damage and leaving hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses without power. As communities faced the aftermath, DAV stepped in to help. In Anderson, Indiana, DAV provided emergency financial assistance and essential supplies to veterans and their families affected by the storms. To learn more about DAV’s Disaster Relief Program, visit dav.org/disaster.

November is National Family Caregivers Month. Behind many veterans are family members who step up every day to provide care, encouragement and support. Additionally, many veterans find themselves in a position where they are providing care for their loved ones. Whether they’re helping with appointments, navigating benefits, managing a household or simply being there when they’re needed most, caregivers play an important role in the lives of those they serve. To all the military and veteran caregivers who give so much of themselves: thank you. Your service matters, too.

Beyond the Finish Line: Humana reflects on the DAV 5K and supporting veterans teapawt.net/i/broadcasts/2LPXMWQby…

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DAV 5K Race Day: USAA on Supporting Veterans and the Military Community teapawt.net/i/broadcasts/2dKLvzLVr…

Veterans shouldn’t have to choose between fair treatment for combat-injured retirees and protecting the benefits they’ve earned. Congress can pass the full Major Richard Star Act without relying on TCAVA’s proposed $57 billion in offsets. There is a path forward. Now, lawmakers must take it. Keep our promise to America’s veterans. #ChooseVeterans

Military families help build strong communities and strong workplaces. This Military Family Month, DAV recognizes our 2026 Patriot Employer Award winners for creating meaningful opportunities for veterans and military spouses to succeed. dav.org/learn-more/news/2026…

Veteran’s benefits are earned through service and sacrifice, they are not government handouts. Congress should never try to balance the budget on the backs of disabled veterans. We should keep the promise for today’s and tomorrow’s veterans. Remove Section 108 and then pass the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act.

Race day is almost here. Got questions? We've got answers. Before you head to Cincinnati—or get ready for your Virtual DAV 5K—take a few minutes to visit the DAV 5K FAQ. You'll find information about everything from race-day schedules and fundraising to course maps and the photo contest. A few minutes of preparation now can make for a much smoother—and more enjoyable—race-day experience. Find the DAV 5K FAQs at: support.dav.org/DAV5KFAQS Then all that's left is to show up and have a great day supporting America's veterans. ❤️💙

Combat-injured veterans shouldn’t have to wait years for the benefits they’ve earned. The Major Richard Star Act would help correct an unfair policy that prevents many medically retired veterans from receiving their full military retirement pay and VA disability compensation. So why has this long-overdue legislation been delayed? Watch the full discussion from #DAVPodcast to learn more about the fight for the Major Richard Star Act and why Congress must act to deliver fairness to combat-injured veterans ➡️ dav.la/4zaRUsY. Help DAV keep the pressure on Congress. Our nation must keep its promise to those who sacrificed for it.

Congress has heard from veterans. It knows the stakes. And with the Major Richard Star Act discharge petition passed, lawmakers have a path forward. The question now is whether Congress will pass the full Major Richard Star Actwithout putting $57 billion in proposed cuts to veterans’ benefits on the table. Leadership means putting veterans first. #ChooseVeterans

Race week is here! Here's what Cincinnati participants need to know. 📦 If you register for the in-person DAV 5K on or before Nov. 7, you can pick up your race packet at: DAV National Headquarters 860 Dolwick Drive Erlanger, KY Packet pickup: 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Nov. 6–7. Bring your registration confirmation to packet pickup—or bring it with you on race day to receive your race items. One more important reminder: the DAV 5K is a cashless event. Be sure to bring a credit or debit card for purchases. Once you receive your DAV 5K race packet, it's time to get ready to show up and celebrate the veterans who inspire this event. More race-day info: support.dav.org/DAV5KFAQS

A partial victory isn’t enough. Combat-injured, medically retired veterans deserve the full relief promised by the Major Richard Star Act. Congress must seize this opportunity, pass the full bill and pursue a path that doesn’t put other veterans’ earned benefits at risk. No more false choices. #ChooseVeterans

November is National Military Family Month. At DAV, we understand that military service affects more than the person wearing the uniform. Families serve alongside their loved ones through deployments, relocations, long separations and all the challenges that come with military life. This month, DAV recognizes the families who have supported those who served and continue to stand beside them long after the uniform comes off. Thank you to the military families who serve in their own way. If you are part of a military family, did you know that you are eligible to join the DAV Auxiliary? Learn more at auxiliary.dav.org/.

We're going live at 3 p.m. (Eastern) ➡️ twitch.tv/davhq. DAV member and Marine veteran Ben_Island is streaming #Fortnite and chatting about DAV's programs and services. Head over to our Twitch channel to join the conversation!

This debate is about more than legislation. It’s about the millions of veterans who depend on earned benefits and the combat-injured retirees who deserve fair treatment. Congress has a choice: pass the full Major Richard Star Act and avoid TCAVA’s proposed $57 billion in veterans’ benefit cuts. Veterans are watching. #ChooseVeterans