SAN FRANCISCO – November 10, 2026 -- Veterans can now claim a free year of Discord Nitro, the platform's premium membership, through a new partnership between Discord and the Bob Woodruff Foundation. The program launched for Veterans Day and also funds in-person community game nights in November and December 2026.
Nitro codes come through a public link and live events
Nitro members get enhanced streaming, larger uploads and more ways to personalize their presence on Discord. The membership also includes gaming rewards and partner benefits. Subscriptions will be available during a three-month sign-up window. The Bob Woodruff Foundation will share a public redemption link and hand out codes at participating events.
Veterans verify their eligibility through GovX. The foundation says it will not collect or store ID documents. Subscriptions are available while supplies last, subject to eligibility and offer terms.
Grants of $2,500 to $50,000 fund Got Your 6 Community Game Night Out
Under the Got Your 6 Community Game Night Out, the foundation will award grants of $2,500 to $50,000 to up to 15 organizations in its Got Your 6 Network. Those organizations will host in-person game nights in November and December 2026. The events are meant to let veterans meet, play and build friendships they can carry on to Discord. Discord employee veterans will join select events.
Discord's veteran employee group helped shape the program
Fort Wumpus, Discord's employee resource group for veterans, gave input on the partnership. Membership in military-veteran servers on the platform has grown more than 55% over the past two years.
Allen Ehlers, a Discord employee, veteran and Fort Wumpus leader, called the program "a way to thank veterans for their service." He said it gives them more chances to spend time together, whether they are catching up over a game or meeting for the first time.
Dave Woodruff, the foundation's co-founder and chief revenue officer, said a shared interest or activity is often one of the simplest ways to connect. He said the partnership gives Got Your 6 Network partners one more way to help veterans build connection through gaming.