Thursday, March 19, 2026

US Department of Labor's HIRE Vets Medallion Program Opens Applications for 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award

Are You an Employer Who Hires Veterans, or Know of One? Apply for Consideration or Nominate Them for This Award

Content Courtesy of US Department of Labor



 

Content courtesy of the US Department of Labor

Know employers who hire veterans? Please encourage them to apply.

The application period for the 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award is now open! As the only federal-level program of its kind, it recognizes employers for their investments in recruiting, employing, and retaining our nation's veterans. You can support the HIRE Vets Medallion Program -- and our nation's veterans -- even if you're not an employer!

If you know an employer that has implemented veteran-inclusive hiring policies and veteran integration assistance programs, please share with them the following resources on HIREVets.gov:

• Program information, including the history of the award
• Full program criteria table to determine which award they may qualify for
• Sample application forms for every level of award and size of employer

Don't wait to share -- the deadline to apply is April 30!

Learn more