MOAA earned its second consecutive four-star honor from the VETS Indexes Employer Awards, an annual program highlighting organizations that recruit, retain, and support veterans, military spouses, and Guard and Reserve members.

Nearly 350 employers applied for recognition by VETS Indexes – the most since the awards launched in 2021. MOAA has been honored every year, beginning with “recognized” employer status in 2021 and 2022 before moving to three-star status in 2023 and reaching the four-star level last year.

Award levels are set by survey responses gauging retention, promotion, and seniority levels of employed veterans, veteran and military spouse hiring efforts, support for veteran and Guard/Reserve hiring and employment programs, and other factors. MOAA’s 82 employees include 18 former or retired servicemembers and five spouses of currently serving members.

"Employers of veterans, reservists, and military spouses aren't doing it out of charity," said MOAA President and CEO Lt. Gen. Brian T. Kelly, USAF (Ret). "This group brings a set of skills and a resilient attitude that benefits any employer, not just those in the military and veterans space. We are excited to be recognized for leading by example."