Serving All of Idaho

    Support for Idaho Veterans Building Businesses

    VEA is Idaho's free community for veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs. Programs, mentorship, and events available statewide, from the Panhandle to Eastern Idaho.

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    Our Approach

    Three Pillars for Idaho Veterans

    Educate

    Free business education tailored to Idaho veterans, from first idea to scaling operations.

    Empower

    One-on-one strategy, AI-assisted onboarding, and hands-on programs that move the needle.

    Connect

    A statewide network of over 1K Idaho veteran founders, plus monthly in-person events.

    Statewide Coverage

    Idaho Veterans, Every Region

    Boise

    Home base for monthly VETworking and the largest active veteran founder community in Idaho.

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    Meridian & Nampa

    Treasure Valley veterans plug into Boise-area programs and rotating local events.

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    Coeur d'Alene & North Idaho

    Monthly VETworking Coeur d'Alene and dedicated resources for North Idaho veterans.

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    Idaho Falls & Eastern Idaho

    Every VEA program and resource is available statewide, including Eastern Idaho veterans.

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    Twin Falls & Magic Valley

    Free membership and virtual programs available to every veteran in the Magic Valley.

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    Lewiston & the Panhandle

    VEA members across the Idaho Panhandle access the same free programs and network.

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    Events for Idaho Veterans

    Monthly VETworking, Operation BOOST, Entrepreneur Forward, and anchor events across the state.

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    Idaho Resource Directory

    Every funding, training, and support resource we've vetted for Idaho veteran entrepreneurs.

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    Idaho Veteran FAQ

    What does VEA do for Idaho veterans?

    VEA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives Idaho veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses free business education, one-on-one strategy sessions, monthly in-person networking, and a curated directory of veteran-focused funding and support resources.

    Which parts of Idaho does VEA serve?

    All of Idaho. VEA has active members and programming in Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Coeur d'Alene, Sandpoint, Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, Lewiston, and everywhere in between.

    Is VEA membership really free?

    Yes. Every VEA program, event, and resource is free to Idaho veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses. VEA is funded by donations, corporate partners, and grants, not member fees.

    How do I get started?

    Join VEA free in about two minutes, then book a one-on-one strategy session or attend the next VETworking event in your area.

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