M2C Miami is built for those who served and those who support them
- Veterans navigating benefits, career transitions, or daily life
- Military families & caregivers seeking support resources
- Service providers looking to connect veterans with the right programs
- Community organizations building referral networks
- Employers committed to hiring and supporting veterans
VETERANS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
Veterans Resources.
One Hub.
Explore support services, veteran-friendly employers, education programs, and career counseling; everything local veterans and families need to thrive in South Florida.
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Organizations & Employers
Empowering Veterans in Miami & South Florida
Welcome to your one-stop hub for veteran resources in Miami-Dade and South Florida. We connect veterans and their families with the services, organizations, and opportunities they need to thrive—right here in our local community.
Career Counseling
American Corporate Partners (ACP)
Aims to ease the transition from the military to the civilian workforce. ACP is the only nonprofit organization engaged in national corporate career counseling for our returning veterans and active-duty military spouses. ACPs Mentors come from America's top companies.
Hire Heroes USA
A dedicated veterans-focused initiative offering employment training, financial coaching, housing referrals, and veteran-specific career supports.
Mission United
A dedicated veterans-focused initiative offering employment training, financial coaching, housing referrals, and veteran-specific career supports.
South Dade Women Veterans Alliance
Unites and empowers women veterans in South Florida, fostering a sense of camaraderie that provides advocacy, ongoing support, and access for resources. Provides advocacy, support, and resources for women veterans to heal, grow, and build resilient lives through building strong families and communities.
Education/University Veteran Services
Barry University
Barry University is a Catholic college that equips students with the skills and experiences to succeed in the job market. It offers high-tech labs, AI curriculum, and experiential learning programs.
Broward College
Designated as a Military Friendly institution offering a variety of programs to Veterans, in-service personnel, and dependents of deceased or disabled Veterans.
Florida Memorial University
Florida Memorial University is a private coeducational institution with the distinction of being one of the oldest academic centers in the state, and the only historically Black university in South Florida.
MDC Veterans Upward Bound
Veterans Upward Bound helps veterans develop academic and other skills for success in postsecondary education or alternative education programs for secondary school dropouts.
Miami Dade College (MDC) Veterans & Military Services
Offers comprehensive support for student veterans, including assistance with GI Bill claims, academic advising, and student success coaching
MDC Veterans Mentor Program
The Student Veteran Peer Mentor Program is designed to connect newly enrolled MDC Student Veterans with current Student Veterans to provide support, resources, and increase campus and community engagement. Student Veteran Peer Mentors will use their leadership skills to guide
Northeastern University
Northeastern University offers scholarships and educational pathways for federal employees dealing with professional uncertainty. The university focuses on experiential lifelong learning and aims to empower people in Miami and globally to drive change through real-world experience, education, research, and innovation.
Nova Southeastern University
NSU's legacy of supporting veterans and the military for more than 45 years continues with our dedication to your success. That's why we offer a comprehensive support system beyond just academics. This holistic approach ensures you have the tools and support you need to navigate university life, graduate, and prepare for a fulfilling career. At NSU, it is an honor to serve those who have served.
St. Thomas University
St. Thomas University (STU) is one of the South’s premier Catholic universities. As a private, nonprofit institution, it is committed to fostering students’ academic and professional success while helping them become ethical leaders in the global community.
Universal Technical Institute
UTI trade schools for veterans feature a range of training options, so you can choose a path that fits your interests. Developed with input from leading manufacturers, our courses reflect real industry needs and help prepare you to pursue a civilian career after military service. Offers automotive, diesel, motorcycle, HVACR, and marine training programs.
University of Miami
The University of Miami implements 38 U.S.C. §3679(e) protections: veterans using Post 9/11 GI Bill or VR&E benefits are permitted to enroll and access campus services immediately, even if VA payment is pending, no late fees or barriers allowed.
Employment Assistance
Dept.Car of Labor VETS
Career Source
Provides employment and training services for veterans, developed in alignment with the Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) program. Their goals focus on improving employment outcomes for veterans, enhancing employer engagement, and ensuring compliance with federal veteran service mandates.
Dept. of Labor VETS
Prepare Florida's veterans, service members, and military spouses for meaningful careers, provide them with employment resources and expertise, protect their employment rights, and promote their employment opportunities.
Hiring Our Heroes
A U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation initiative providing hiring events, fellowships, and networking opportunities.
RecruitMilitary
A comprehensive military-to-civilian recruiting company that connects military veterans, transitioning military service members, and their spouses with employment opportunities.
Transition Assistance Program (TAP)
A Department of Defense initiative features mandatory core training modules delivered through the Department of Labor. Service members select elective tracks designed to meet individual needs and interests, and this program culminates in a Capstone event to verify career readiness.
Veterans Florida Career Services
Geared to connecting transitioning veterans with Florida jobs and helping them plan and manage their separation from the military. Offers career services, entrepreneurship training, and SkillBridge coordination specific to Florida employers.
#VetResources
A VA-curated site for job fairs, peer support, and veteran-focused career programs.
Housing and Homelessness Assistance
Carrfour Supportive Housing
Develops, operates, and manages innovative housing communities for individuals and families in need through a unique approach combining affordable housing with comprehensive, on-site supportive services. Works with formerly homeless individuals (including veterans) to secure permanent housing and offer wraparound services.
HUD VASH Program
HUD-VASH is a collaborative program that pairs HUD’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) rental assistance with VA case management and supportive services. These services are designed to help homeless Veterans and their families obtain permanent housing and access to health care, mental health treatment, and other supports necessary to help them improve their quality of life and maintain housing over time.
South Dade Women Veterans Alliance
Unites and empowers women veterans in South Florida, fostering a sense of camaraderie that provides advocacy, ongoing support, and access for resources. Provides advocacy, support, and resources for women veterans to heal, grow, and build resilient lives through building strong families and communities.
Mental Health Counseling and Readjustment Support
Dept. of Labor VETS
Offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Services include counseling for needs such as symptoms consistent with depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). Connects veteran with more support in the VA and the community.
Miami Vet Center
Offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Services include counseling for needs such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). Also connects veterans with more support in VA and the community.
Military to Civilian Translators
Disable Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) Military-to-Civilian Occupation Translator
The DVNF translator converts MOS/MOC job titles into comparable civilian roles across all branches
My Next Move for Veterans
A valuable resource that helps veterans explore career options and transition to civilian employment by leveraging their military skills and experiences
O*Net Online
O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, developers, researchers, and more!
Reintegration/ Community Involvement
Shake-A-Leg Miami
Utilizes the marine environment to improve the health, education, and independence of children and adults with physical, developmental and economic challenges, in an inclusive community setting. Provides recreational and adaptive water sports for disabled veterans.
Team Rubicon South Florida
A veteran-led humanitarian organization that serves global communities before, during, and after disasters and crises. Our vision is to support humanity and build resiliency for vulnerable communities across the world.Engages veterans in disaster response and community projects.
The 211 Hotline
Serves as an access point for veterans in crisis, offering referrals to housing, legal aid, counseling, and community partner programs.
The Mission Continues
A national non-profit that empowers veterans to continue serving in our nation’s under-resourced communities, giving veterans the opportunity to keep serving even after the uniform comes off, right here at home. Miami Platoon leads neighborhood revitalization efforts and strengthens civilian connections.
Tax & Financial Relief
Property Appraiser of Miami-Dade County
Miami Dade County property tax exemptions offer financial relief:
- Veterans with at least a 10% service-connected disability may receive a $5,000 reduction in property valuation.
- Veterans aged 65+ with combat-related disabilities may qualify for additional homestead exemption benefits.
Training/ Workforce Development
Advanced Civil Schooling
The Advanced Civil Schooling program educates Regular Army officers to meet educational requirements for US Army positions by providing fully funded graduate degrees. This helps officers advance their careers and better meet the Army's needs.
Apprenticeship.gov
Provides acquisition and project management education for military professionals transitioning into related civilian roles. Also available to federal civilian or contractor employees.
Career Source
Provides employment and training services for veterans, developed in alignment with the Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) program. Their goals focus on improving employment outcomes for veterans, enhancing employer engagement, and ensuring compliance with federal veteran service mandates.
Defense Acquisition University
Provides acquisition and project management education for military professionals transitioning into related civilian roles. Also available to federal civilian or contractor employees.
DOD SkillBridge
Provides internships, apprenticeships, or industry training during the last 180 days of service while maintaining military pay and benefits.
IBM SkillsBuild
Free access to 1,000+ online courses and shareable credentials in areas like cloud computing, AI, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
Maritime Professional Training (MPT)
MPT offers various certification and document study programs, including in-school testing and USCG approval. It trains commercial mariners, yachting professionals, and enthusiasts with high pass rates. The tuition policy complies with 38 USC 3679(e) for Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Ch 33) and VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch 31) students.
OIC
A nonprofit workforce development organization focusing on restoring self-sufficiency through training, skill development, and job placement for those facing barriers such as unemployment, underemployment, low academic attainment, or background challenges.
Onward to Opportunity (O2
MPT offers various certification and document study programs, including in-school testing and USCG approval. It trains commercial mariners, yachting professionals, and enthusiasts with high pass rates. The tuition policy complies with 38 USC 3679(e) for Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Ch 33) and VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch 31) students.
South Dade Women Veterans Alliance
Unites and empowers women veterans in South Florida, fostering a sense of camaraderie that provides advocacy, ongoing support, and access for resources. Provides advocacy, support, and resources for women veterans to heal, grow, and build resilient lives through building strong families and communities.
Training with Industry (TWI) Program
The Training with Industry (TWI) Program offers service members civilian experience in technical and executive management roles. It's a U.S. Army initiative to enhance officers' skills through exposure to private sector practices.
UpSkill Miami
Funded at approximately $3.3 million to benefit more than 750 residents in living wage industries such as construction and aviation maintenance. Veterans are among priority participants. Partners include Florida International University, Florida Memorial University, and the Barrington Irving Technical Training School, offering certificates in construction trades and aviation technology.
Veteran Readiness & Employment (Chapter 31, VA)
Assists veterans with service-connected disabilities to pursue employment or training.
Veteran Friendly Employer
Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health has 11 hospitals and over 23,000 employees. It offers the Baptist Scholars tuition support program, which is popular among veterans looking to advance in nursing and clinical roles. Choosing Baptist Health Academics means training in top-notch facilities in South Florida, a vibrant and diverse region ideal for healthcare education.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is a federation of independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies. Florida Blue supports military members and their families in transitioning to civilian life by offering career opportunities in various fields. They have partnered with the Department of Defense SkillBridge program for this purpose.
Boca Raton Investigative Services Bureau
The Bureau investigates major crimes in Boca Raton and collaborates with Palm Beach and Broward Sheriff's Offices, U.S. Customs, U.S. Secret Service, F.B.I., and Florida Department of Law Enforcement. It is involved in the Palm Beach County Auto Theft Task Force, Violent Crimes Task Force, and federal task forces like the Joint Terrorism Task Force.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
The region’s only health system for children, has been a leader in pediatric care.Nicklaus Children’s Hospital also has many outpatient and urgent care centers throughout South Florida, including on-demand virtual care.Whether you want hands-on experience with leading procedures, want to take part in award-winning training and development , or are looking for a unique environment that rewards you for making a difference in the lives you encounter
Jackson Health System
Public academic medical system associated with University of Miami and FIU, employs thousands in clinical, administrative, and technical roles. Its proximity to military training facilities, including an Army Forward Surgical Team Training facility, makes it a natural fit for veteran hiring.
Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) /The Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD)
PSEG seeks to build a cleaner and more reliable energy future. The company values the work ethics and technical skills gained from military experience and encourages active military professionals and retired veterans to consider a career with PSEG through the Troops to Energy Program. Hiring veterans ensures the continued production and delivery of safe, reliable power to American homes and businesses, contributing to national security.
Southern Company
Southern Company values the dedication and skills of the military community. It invites veterans to join its team and offers opportunities for them to make a difference in the company's service areas. The company is committed to helping military service members transition to civilian careers through the DoD SkillBridge Program.
Tampa Police Department
The Tampa Police Department is the second-largest police department in Florida and among the top 50 largest police departments in the United States, with over 1,000 sworn officers and approximately 350 civilian support staff positions. Newly employed police officers are assigned to a four-month comprehensive field training program. This work/training environment develops job confidence and expertise under the direction of qualified training officers.
Tropic Ocean Airways
Tthe largerst veteran-owned seaplane operator in the Southeast United States. Lookingfor qualified candidates who are interested and able to work in various locations as required.
PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS: WHAT WORKS
To bridge the gap, veterans must be empowered to clearly articulate their experiences, qualifications, and achievements in terms that align with civilian
job expectations and industry standards.
Proven programs connecting veterans with employers and specialized training opportunities
Translating military experience into civilian career advantages
Building professional networks that open doors
Education, certifications, and hands-on industry experience that matter
Multiple touchpoints for meaningful professional connections
Skill-building and job fair engagement for career advancement
OUR MISSION
M2C Miami exists to connect South Florida’s veterans and their families with the services, opportunities, and support they deserve. By providing an accessible, comprehensive directory of trusted local resources, we aim to make it easier for veterans to navigate and find community programs and access pathways to wellness, stability, and success.
OUR PROMISE
We honor your service by making it easier to access the support and opportunities you deserve. This directory is a project of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council and local partners, dedicated to empowering veterans and their families across South Florida.
You served.
Now let us help you find what you need.
Our Commitment
We honor your service by making it easier to access the support and opportunities you deserve. This directory is a project of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council and local partners, dedicated to empowering veterans and their families across South Florida.
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