Thanking veterans for their service goes beyond simply saying "thank you for your service." Below are some simple ways you can support veterans in your area and beyond. 

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• Volunteer at or donate to a charity that supports veterans: If you donate items, be sure to only give away those in good condition. In addition, it is crucial to read what items the charity accepts. 

• Participate in legislative advocacy: Legislation, especially on the federal level (and also the local level), can affect the benefits and healthcare options available to veterans. Write to your congressman or senator (or call their office) and ask them to support bills helping veterans, if they have not expressed this already.

• Leverage social media: Social media is an excellent way to quickly reach large audiences with a message in a short amount of time. Don't worry if you don't have many "followers" or "subscribers." Use social media to discuss lesser-known issues facing the veterans' community. ​