Monday, May 25th, 2026 is Memorial Day. Check out CharityWatch’s Top-Rated Veterans & Military charities before giving to ensure your donation is not wasted!
Memorial Day is an American holiday that is observed on the last Monday of May each year. The holiday honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. In 1971 the U.S. government declared Memorial Day a federal holiday.
Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials and holding parades and festive gatherings. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season. In remembrance and honor of this Memorial Day, CharityWatch invites donors to check out our Top-Rated Veterans & Military list and make a more informed giving decision.
Three examples of Top-Rated Veterans charities are:
Bob Woodruff Foundation works to find, fund, and shape innovative programs that help our impacted veterans, service members, and their families thrive.
Student Veterans of America works through a network of over 1,600 on-campus chapters, Student Veterans of America® ensures that student veterans and military-connected students achieve their greatest potential.
Veterans Community Project works to eliminate veteran homelessness by providing transitional housing and enabling access to exceptional 360-degree service solutions.
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