Military Consumer Month
July is Military Consumer Month! The FTC has developed this digital toolkit to help the Military Consumer network reach servicemembers, veterans, and their families. Share this content with your battle buddies, family, friends, colleagues, and social networks.
Share Weekly Blogs
Each blog will cover a scam topic and practical ways to spot, avoid, and report them. Don’t miss a post. Sign up for email updates at MilitaryConsumer.gov!
- July 1: Talk about scams for Military Consumer Month 2026
- July 6: Can you spot debt relief scams that target the military?
- July 13: How to spot fake rental listings during a military move
- July 20: Veterans: here’s help to protect your small business
- July 27: Veterans: don’t pay for VA benefits
Check back each week for a new blog to share with your networks.
Join the Conversation
Mark your calendars. Listen to experts in fraud and consumer protection in these free webinars.
- Military Consumer Protection in Action: Tools and Tactics for Service Providers – Tuesday, July 7, 2026 | 11am ET
- Helping Military Communities Protect Their Money, Avoid Scams, and Handle Stress – Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 2pm ET
- Veterans: Here are Ways to Help Protect Your Small Business – Wednesday, July 22, 2026 | 2pm ET
- Helping Military Patrons Spot and Avoid Scams – Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 2pm ET
- Helping Military Veterans Protect Their Small Business from Scams and Cybersecurity Risks – Monday, July 27, 2026 | 1pm ET
- Helping Military Veterans and Their Caregivers Spot, Avoid, and Recover from Scams – Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 2pm ET
Use Social Sharing Images
Add a social sharing image to your blog or newsletter with a blurb about a military consumer topic. Or post an image on social media with #MilConsumer2026 and a short actionable message from your organization.
Share Military Consumer Videos
Share free videos that help people understand military consumer issues.
How Reporting Fraud Helps Protect Your Community
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Banking Scams Targeting Our Military Members with Commissioner Mark Meador
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How to Thank a Veteran with Commissioner Meador
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More from the FTC on YouTube.
Spread the Word
- Add this web badge (above) to your email signature to promote Military Consumer Month
- Include a tag or mention on Facebook @MilitaryConsumer and X @MilConsumer
- Share MCM 2026 images, blog posts, and videos using #MilConsumer2026
- Order free branch-specific publications to share at in-person events
- Connect with FTC partners like the Department of War Office of Financial Readiness (FINRED): https://finred.usalearning.gov/ToolsAndAddRes/ShareableResources
