Veterans Day is a significant occasion to say “thank you veterans” and to express our gratitude for all of the military personnel, both past and current.
Here is a collection of ideas to get you started if you’re looking for a suitable method to thank a veteran in your life or would like to make a meaningful contribution for veterans worldwide.

1. Be Present to “Thank You Veterans”
Attend a Veterans Day event in your neighborhood, preferably a march or service for veterans rather than just a picnic with friends. In the words of Roy Rogers, “We can’t all be heroes; someone has to sit on the curb and clap as they go by.” Veterans Day is a fantastic chance to do that.

2. Donate to Veteran-Focused Charity
There are many amazing organizations that provide our service members with various forms of support, services, and gratitude. Check out these to receive some suggestions for veteran donations.

a; Wounded Warriors Project
b; American Legion
c; VFW
d; VA Home or Hospital

3. Fly a Flag – Correctly
Flying the flag on Veterans Day is a wonderful occasion. Just be sure you’re abiding by the display guidelines.  Here are some of those crucial pointers:

Never let a U.S. flag contact the ground or drag it across it.
It should not be hung from a vehicle’s hood, top, sides, or back.
Keep the American flag in the middle when it is surrounded by other flags and never fly it higher than any other flag.
Never fly a flag that has been torn or frayed. Broken and torn flags should be disposed of respectfully, preferably by burning.
Never wear, sleep, or drape with the flag

4. Ask Someone About Their Service
It seems like we all know someone who has served, and Veterans Day is a great time to ask them about their service. Learning more about their service can help you appropriately say “thank you.”

Questions to ask a veteran
Here are some questions to get you started:

What did you do in the military?
How long did you serve?
What was your favorite moment in all your time in the service?
Did anyone else in your family serve?
Why did you go into the service branch you did?
Do not ask whether they’ve killed anyone, and should your veteran be a combat vet who is either unwilling to share or plainly states what they went through, be supportive without being intrusive. Sometimes you don’t have to say anything; just listen and give them your full attention.

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5. Write a letter to say “thank you veterans”
If you know a veteran, write a simple letter, postcard or email that recognizes them on Veterans Day. If you don’t know a veteran, look up the closest military installation and send one there. Small acts of recognizing someone’s service, even anonymously, are appreciated.

The military-focused nonprofit Soldiers’ Angels organizes volunteers to write letters to deployed troops, veterans and their caregivers through their Letter Writing Virtual Team. Learn how to join that group on the Soldiers’ Angels website.

6. Don’t Confuse Veterans Day with Memorial Day
Veterans Day is a time to thank those who are serving or have served and are still with us. Memorial Day is to reflect and remember those who lost their lives in service to their country. Confusing the two or combining the two diminishes the importance of both.

7. Visit a VA Hospital
Find out what the policies are at your nearest VA hospital for interacting with patients or volunteering, and spend the day with a veteran. Many VA facilities will have events on Veterans Day or a special lunch you can help prepare. Even if you never interact with a veteran, helping at a facility is a way to give back and saying “thank you veterans.”

8. Get Outdoors with a Veteran
Invite a veteran or a military family to explore a national park; admission is free for all visitors on Veterans Day. Being outside helps improve physical and mental health, boosts emotional well-being and is a great way to celebrate the day with a veteran.