--- title: VBC Black Friday and Christmas Campaign 2026 description: We exist to support veteran owned businesses become profitable and resilient. image: https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VBC%20LOGO-1-2.png?width=440&height=310&name=VBC%20LOGO-1-2.png --- [![VBC LOGO-17](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VBC%20LOGO-17.png?width=145&height=102&name=VBC%20LOGO-17.png "VBC LOGO-17")](https://vcbc.org.au) ![Untitled - October 19, 2026 at 19.47.21-9-1](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20-%20October%2019%2c%202026%20at%2019.47.21-9-1.png?width=1920&height=480&name=Untitled%20-%20October%2019%2c%202026%20at%2019.47.21-9-1.png "Untitled - October 19, 2026 at 19.47.21-9-1") THE VBC HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE 2026 # Big Deals. Meaningful Gifts. Veteran-Owned.   Discover Black Friday offers, thoughtful Christmas gifts and everyday favourites from Australian veteran-owned businesses. Shop with purpose this season and support those who've served. [SHOP THE COLLECTION →](https://veteranbc.com/vbc-blackfriday-christmas#shop-directory) SHOP WITH CONFIDENCE ## Verified Veteran-Owned Businesses   Every business featured in this collection has been verified by Veteran Business Community. Our verification process recognises veteran ownership and control, helping you shop with confidence and support genuine veteran-owned businesses. ![Untitled - October 07, 2026 at 09.18.30-2](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20-%20October%2007%2c%202026%20at%2009.18.30-2.png?width=155&height=206&name=Untitled%20-%20October%2007%2c%202026%20at%2009.18.30-2.png) ### VBC Verified Veteran-Owned   This badge identifies businesses whose veteran ownership or control has been independently verified by Veteran Business Community, giving you confidence that your purchase supports the veteran business community. Look for the badge. Know who you're supporting. VBC verification helps buyers identify businesses with confirmed veteran ownership or control. Looking for something special? No matching businesses found. Try another keyword. THE VBC HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE 2026 ## Discover the Collection   Discover something special this season while supporting Australian veteran-owned businesses. Looking for something special? ![Candles](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - certified](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20certified.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20certified.png) BLACK FRIDAY OFFER ### Candles Add a short description of the business, product or special offer here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Chocolate](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - registered](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20registered.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20registered.png) SPECIAL 80% OFF ### Chocolate Add a short description of the business, product or special offer here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 03](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - certified](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20certified.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20certified.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 03 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 03 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 04](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - certified](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20certified.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20certified.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 04 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 04 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 05](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - registered](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20registered.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20registered.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 05 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 05 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 06](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - registered](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20registered.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20registered.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 06 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 06 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 07](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - registered](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20registered.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20registered.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 07 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 07 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 08](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - registered](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20registered.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20registered.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 08 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 08 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 09](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - registered](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20registered.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20registered.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 09 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 09 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) ![Business 10](https://veteranbc.com/hubfs/Vector%20(20).svg) ![1 - registered](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1%20-%20registered.png?width=145&height=192&name=1%20-%20registered.png) FEATURED BUSINESS ### Business 10 Add the description, product range or special offer for Business 10 here. [SHOP NOW →](https://veteranbc.com/) No matching businesses found. Try another keyword. SHOW MORE BUSINESSES ↓ EVERY PURCHASE MAKES A DIFFERENCE ## Why Shop Veteran-Owned?   ![VBC Stickers-12](https://veteranbc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VBC%20Stickers-12.png?width=237&height=167&name=VBC%20Stickers-12.png) Behind every veteran-owned business is a story of service, determination and a new mission. When you choose to shop veteran-owned, you're doing more than buying a product or service. You're supporting Australian veterans who have taken their skills, experience and drive beyond military service to build something of their own. ★ ### Support Small Business Back Australian veteran entrepreneurs and the businesses they've worked hard to build. ↗ ### Create Opportunity Every purchase helps create commercial opportunities and supports business growth. ♥ ### Shop With Purpose Turn your everyday shopping and holiday gifting into meaningful support for the veteran community.   This season, give a gift that gives back. CHOOSE VETERAN-OWNED. SUPPORT AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS. MAKE THIS SEASON COUNT ## Shop. Share. Support.   A meaningful purchase starts with a simple choice. Explore the collection, discover a veteran-owned business you love and help spread the word. Every purchase, recommendation and share helps bring more visibility and opportunity to Australian veteran-owned businesses. [EXPLORE THE COLLECTION ↗](https://veteranbc.com/vbc-blackfriday-christmas#shop-directory)   JOIN THE CAMPAIGN ### Are You a Veteran-Owned Business? Have something special to offer this Black Friday or Christmas? We'd love to feature your business in the VBC Holiday Shopping Guide and help more Australians discover what you have to offer. 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Alliance supports introductions, referrals and curated networking and costs AUD 100 per month excluding GST. Advisory provides structured coaching, accountability and business growth support and costs AUD 750 per month excluding GST. You do not need to access every product." }, "name" : "What products does VBC offer?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Verification is the process VBC uses to confirm veteran service, Australian residency, business ownership, veteran ownership percentage and effective control where applicable. Verification is not a VBC product. All VBC members complete verification regardless of the product they purchase." }, "name" : "What is VBC verification?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Applicants must own a business, have served in the Australian Defence Force or the armed forces of another country, and be a current Australian resident. The age of the business does not affect eligibility." }, "name" : "Who is eligible for veteran verification?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "A veteran-owned business receives one of two statuses. Certified VBC Veteran-Owned applies where verified veterans own 51% or more of the business. Registered VBC Veteran-Owned applies where verified veterans own 50% or less of the business and can demonstrate meaningful ownership and effective control. Status is determined by the ownership structure, not by the VBC product purchased." }, "name" : "What happens when my business is verified?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "A business is Certified VBC Veteran-Owned where verified veterans own 51% or more of the business." }, "name" : "What is Certified VBC Veteran-Owned?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "A business is Registered VBC Veteran-Owned where verified veterans own 50% or less of the business and can demonstrate meaningful veteran ownership and effective control." }, "name" : "What is Registered VBC Veteran-Owned?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "A business with equal veteran and non-veteran ownership is Registered VBC Veteran-Owned, subject to the veteran demonstrating effective control." }, "name" : "What if ownership is exactly 50/50?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "The verified ownership shares of multiple veterans are combined to determine the business's status. Two verified veterans owning 30% each have 60% combined veteran ownership and qualify as Certified. Two verified veterans owning 25% each have 50% combined veteran ownership and qualify as Registered, subject to effective control. Proof of service is required for every veteran whose ownership is counted." }, "name" : "What if multiple veterans own the business?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Control refers to the veteran's ability to make or influence key decisions within the business. It demonstrates that the veteran is actively involved in leading or directing the organisation." }, "name" : "What does control mean?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Requirements depend on the business structure, but generally include proof of Australian residency, proof of veteran service, proof of business ownership, identity verification and required business information. VBC may request additional evidence where necessary." }, "name" : "What documents will I need?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Examples include a Certificate of Service, Certificate of Discharge, DVA Gold Card, DVA White Card, service records or other official Defence or military documentation. Overseas military service is accepted where appropriate official evidence can be provided." }, "name" : "What can I provide as proof of veteran service?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "For a sole trader, ABN registration can demonstrate ownership. For a company, VBC requires a current ASIC Company Extract from within the previous 12 months showing directors, shareholders and shareholdings. For a trust, documentation must demonstrate that the applicant owns or controls the trust or corporate trustee." }, "name" : "What documents prove business ownership?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "An ASIC Company Extract provides evidence of a company's legal ownership structure. VBC determines company ownership using shareholding rather than directorship or management roles. Being a director, CEO, founder or manager does not automatically mean that you own the business." }, "name" : "Why do I need an ASIC Company Extract?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes. The veteran must be the registered owner of the business. A verified veteran sole trader has 100% ownership and therefore receives Certified VBC Veteran-Owned status." }, "name" : "Can sole traders be verified?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Company ownership is determined by shareholding. Verified veteran ownership of 51% or more is Certified. Verified veteran ownership of 50% or less is Registered, subject to meaningful ownership and effective control. A company with no veteran ownership is not eligible for veteran-owned verification." }, "name" : "How are companies assessed?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Trusts are assessed according to their individual structure. 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Applicants seeking membership must meet the applicable requirements and provide evidence of their relationship to the veteran, such as a marriage certificate, evidence of a de facto relationship, civil partnership certificate or other official documentation." }, "name" : "Can spouses and partners of veterans participate in VBC?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "VBC onboarding involves two main steps: complete the required secure identity and veteran verification, then provide the required business information and relevant business documentation." }, "name" : "What does onboarding involve?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "The VBC team reviews the information and supporting evidence. Once all requirements are complete, verification is finalised, Registered or Certified status is determined, membership is activated, welcome communications are sent and applicable benefits are activated. VBC will contact the applicant if more information is required." }, "name" : "What happens after I submit my information?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes, through the VBC Network. There are no eligibility or verification requirements to participate in the Network. Network participation does not make you a VBC member or mean that your business has been verified." }, "name" : "Can I participate in VBC without being verified?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "A business verified as Certified VBC Veteran-Owned receives the Certified badge. A business verified as Registered VBC Veteran-Owned receives the Registered badge. The badge is based on the outcome of verification, not on the VBC product purchased." }, "name" : "What VBC badge will my business receive?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "You can use your VBC Veteran-Owned badge once verification has been completed and your status has been approved. Badges cannot be used while verification is in progress." }, "name" : "When can I use my badge?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Approved badges can be used on your website, in email signatures, on social media, in capability statements, in tender responses and in marketing materials." }, "name" : "Where can I use my badge?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "You must notify VBC if your business ownership changes. VBC may review your verification and request updated documentation. A change in veteran ownership may also change the business from Registered to Certified status or from Certified to Registered status." }, "name" : "What happens if my business ownership changes?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes. Eligible Australian charities and not-for-profit organisations supporting the veteran community can join through VBC Alliance as a Verified Veteran Community Business. These organisations are assessed on veteran-focused purpose and veteran leadership rather than ownership." }, "name" : "Can charities and not-for-profits join VBC?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "The organisation must be a registered Australian charity or not-for-profit, demonstrate that supporting veterans or veteran families forms part of its purpose, and have a veteran in a leadership or decision-making role. Eligible organisations receive 75% off the standard VBC Alliance membership fee." }, "name" : "What are the eligibility requirements for charities and not-for-profits?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Organisations must provide proof of charity or not-for-profit registration, proof of veteran service for the nominated veteran, evidence that the veteran holds a leadership or decision-making role, and evidence of the organisation's veteran-focused purpose." }, "name" : "What documentation is required for charities and not-for-profits?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Once approved, the organisation becomes a VBC Alliance member, is recognised as a VBC Verified Veteran Charity, receives the VBC Verified Veteran Charity badge and receives the applicable 75% discount on the standard VBC Alliance membership fee." }, "name" : "What recognition will an eligible charity or not-for-profit receive?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "The Veteran Procurement Program connects government, corporate and Defence buyers with verified veteran-owned businesses. Its purpose is to make it easier for buyers to identify trusted veteran suppliers." }, "name" : "What is the Veteran Procurement Program?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "No. VBC verification and Registered or Certified VBC Veteran-Owned status do not automatically make a business eligible for, or guarantee, government, corporate or Defence contracts. VBC works to improve recognition and access, and may share relevant opportunities with suitable businesses." }, "name" : "Does being VBC verified guarantee contracts?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes. Where relevant, include your Certified VBC Veteran-Owned or Registered VBC Veteran-Owned status in tender submissions. This demonstrates that your veteran-owned status has been independently verified." }, "name" : "Should I include my VBC status in tenders?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Current pricing is AUD 200 per year excluding GST for Certification, commencing three months after sign-up; AUD 100 per month excluding GST for Alliance; and AUD 750 per month excluding GST for Advisory." }, "name" : "How are paid VBC products billed?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes. You can cancel at any time. Once cancellation takes effect, VBC membership ends and all associated services, benefits, representation and use of VBC badging cease." }, "name" : "Can I cancel?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Refund requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Contact VBC if you would like to request a refund." }, "name" : "Are refunds available?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Failed payments will generally be retried automatically. If action is required, VBC will contact you and may ask you to update your payment method using a secure payment link." }, "name" : "What happens if my payment fails?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "VBC hosts events throughout the year to bring together the veteran business community, build connections and create opportunities. Core recurring events include VBC Networking Sessions, Lunch in the Mess and VetCon." }, "name" : "What events does VBC run?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "VBC Networking Sessions are held weekly and are open to everyone, regardless of VBC membership or verification status. They provide an opportunity to connect with the broader veteran business community, build relationships and learn more about VBC. Book at https://calendly.com/peter-veteranbc/veteran-owned-business-networking-session." }, "name" : "What are VBC Networking Sessions?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Lunch in the Mess is VBC's monthly digital networking session for VBC members. It provides a regular opportunity for members to connect and strengthen relationships across the community." }, "name" : "What is Lunch in the Mess?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "VetCon is VBC's annual veteran business conference, first launched in 2026. It brings together the veteran business community and includes the Veteran Business Awards. Access and registration requirements are specific to each event." }, "name" : "What is VetCon?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes. VBC may host or participate in additional events throughout the year. Access and registration requirements may vary by event." }, "name" : "Does VBC run other events?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "The VBC Podcast shares stories, experiences and insights from across the veteran business community. It features conversations with veteran business owners and other guests relevant to the VBC community." }, "name" : "What is the VBC Podcast?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "The VBC Podcast is available on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3J5xETQmJzNbXM4agGrDv9, Apple Podcasts at https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/veteran-business-community-podcast/id1657948200 and YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@veteranbc." }, "name" : "Where can I listen to the VBC Podcast?" }, { "@type" : "Question", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Yes. 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