Supporting military families. Together.

Each step we take and every gift we give helps bring hope, holiday cheer and lasting support to our military community.

The next Reindeer Ruck:

Location

DMV / NOVA Virginia · Maryland · DC

Dates

Saturday, October 24th, 2026

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Reindeer Rucks

Month

Date

Location

Status

October
Oct 24th
DMV / NOVA Virginia · Maryland · DC
November
Nov 3–4
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Nov 5–6
Ft. Hood, Texas
Nov 11 shopping day / Dec 5 event
Fort Bragg, NC
Nov 14–15
Scott AFB, MO/IL
Nov 19–20
Ft. Carson, Colorado
Nov 30–Dec 1
Jacksonville, Florida
December
Dec 4–5
Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Dec 7–8
Ft. Campbell, Kentucky / Tennessee
Dec 11–12
Boston, Massachusetts
Dec 14 / 16
NBSD, California
Dec 18–19
Chicago, Illinois

Contact [email protected] for more information on how you can get involved.

Reindeer Rucks event

Support military families

Your donations help provide resources, holiday cheer and meaningful support to service members and their families.

Invite referral partners

Bring your referral partners to Reindeer Rucks and show them how Rate is making a real impact in the military community.

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Build stronger connections

Reindeer Rucks brings together veterans, families and the community to build relationships that last beyond the holidays.

Here when you're ready

Whether you're buying, refinancing or just exploring your options, Rate is here as a resource for you and your network.

Reindeer Ruck participants

About Reindeer Rucks

Reindeer Rucks is Rate's holiday tradition of giving back to the military community through local events, donations and meaningful connections.

  • Holiday cheer

    Bringing joy and festive spirit to military families during the holiday season.

  • Community support

    Providing resources and essential items to those who serve.

  • Meaningful impact

    Creating moments that remind our service members and families they're not alone.

VA Home Loans made for you

VA loans offer powerful benefits to those who have served.
Learn how we can help make your next move a little easier.

  • 0% down payment*

  • Competitive rates

  • No private mortgage insurance (PMI)*

  • Flexible credit requirements

Talk to someone

Connect with a Loan Officer

Have a question about home financing or want to learn more? Fill out the form and a participating Rate Loan Officer will be in touch.

  • No application required

    This is a conversation, not a form start.

  • You choose when

    Morning, afternoon or evening — your call.

  • One person, not a queue

    A named Loan Officer reads your message first.

Important disclosures

Applicant subject to credit and underwriting approval. Not all applicants will be approved for financing. Receipt of application does not represent an approval for financing or interest rate guarantee. Restrictions may apply.

Rate, Inc. has no affiliation with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the US Department of Veterans Affairs, the US Department of Agriculture or any other government agency.

* VA loan benefits are subject to eligibility. Certificate of Eligibility required. Contact Rate for details.