VIENNA, Va. — Navy Federal Credit Union is launching a grant program offering nonprofit organizations $50,000 to $250,000 to help service members transitioning to civilian life, veterans and military spouses find jobs and advance their careers.
The program, called Mission Beyond Service, will accept applications from eligible 501(c)(3) organizations from Nov. 11 through Jan. 15, 2027, according to Navy Federal. Larger grants may be considered in select cases.
The credit union said the first round of funding will focus on employment challenges facing military families, including career transitions, frequent relocations and barriers to professional advancement.
“The challenges facing military families require more than individual acts of support. They require collaboration, innovation and long-term commitment,” said Elizabeth O’Brien, Navy Federal’s senior vice president of military affairs and strategic partnerships.
O’Brien said the grants are intended to support nonprofits creating lasting career opportunities and improving economic mobility for military families.
Areas Eligible for Funding
Organizations seeking grants must address at least one of six priorities:
• Military-to-civilian career readiness and employment placement or retention for transitioning service members.
• Career advancement for veterans and career continuity for military spouses.
• Credential attainment and portability.
• Workforce participation and advancement.
Applicants also must identify measurable outcomes, demonstrate community impact and explain how they will evaluate results, Navy Federal said.
Funding decisions are expected in March 2027, with grants distributed in the spring. More information and applications are available at navyfederal.org/about/commitments/navy-federal-serves.html.
Navy Federal, based in Vienna, is the world’s largest credit union, with more than 15 million members.
