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Vetrepreneur Franchise Coaching Information Session
July 10, 2026, 12-1 p.m. (ET) Body Bar, Chic-fil-A, Dogtopia! Are you curious about becoming a franchise owner? This one-hour virtual session is designed for Veterans and military spouses ready to explore business ownership through franchising. Learn how our proven process helps you find the right franchise and confidently navigate the path to ownership. No experience needed! Click To Register!
Current Events Calendar
Follow this link to the current Department of Illinois calendar EVENTS
Scholarship Winners
This years scholarship winners were announced and can be viewed HERE.
Not too early to think of National Convention
Plans are made for a big Illinois Party at the Nations Convention See Flyer
2025 Fall Committee Meetings Schedule
Most of the committees in September and early October. Consolidated Committee Reports. Link is updated as committee chairs submit their report to Department Adjutant.
Link to a consolidated committee report. Fall Reports 2025 Fall Reports 2024
Department Newsletter
The current and past newsletters are on the website. The newsletter keeps you up to date on meeting dates, activities, and events around the state. You may go direct under the tab News & Events or follow the link. Department Newsletter
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