This year alone, there will be 220,000 veterans making that transition and the Gradient Gives Back program aims to make this transition as seamless as possible.

Current transitioning active duty or recently separated* active duty / guards and reserves can apply. To nominate yourself or a veteran in need of financial and career assistance, click the 'apply today' button at the top of the page.

*Recently separated from active duty within the last eight years. Current or recently separated guards and reserves may qualify.