Benefactors

Boulder Crest Virginia

The Boulder Crest Foundation is the Virginia home of Post-traumatic Growth (PTG). They offer life-changing programs free of charge to members of the military, veterans, and first responder communities, and their families. Their goal is to help our warriors struggle well.

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, those struggling with trauma can draw strength and hope from their Posttraumatic Growth programming and 37-acres of outdoor serenity.

Finding Your Inner Peace: The Boulder Crest Virginia location provides science-backed training and a place for veterans, first responders, and their families to rediscover themselves and one other

Family R&R: They know firsthand the sacrifices and stresses of military and veteran families, which is why they dedicate nearly 50% of their calendar to Family Rest & Reconnection at their two beautiful Boulder Crest locations.

Guardian Revival

We are beyond excited to announce Guardian Revival as 2024's benefactor to our fundraising efforts. I am beyond amazed at what this organization has done and continues to do through their various programs which include outdoor adventures, companion dog services, mental and physical health web series, 24/7 call line, and so much more. They are truly making a difference in the lives of our Veterans and First Responders.

Guardian Revival is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that improves the mental health & well-being of military & first responders — our guardians — and their families, at no cost to them.

  • Another Summit  |  Outdoor adventures — walking, hiking, backpacking, paddling, and fly fishing

  • Boots & Paws  |  Providing dogs for the therapeutic benefits of animal companionship

  • Encore  |  Opportunities to learn, write, play, record, and share music

  • Peer Services  |  Individual & group peer support for guardians by guardians

  • Homefront |  Support & resources for military & first responder families

Front Line Foundations

Front Line Foundations supports mindfulness-based resiliency skills education for veterans and first responders that focuses on post-traumatic growth.

Rooted in a deep understanding of how trauma and the stress response affect the body and mind, they have developed a holistic approach for the treatment of post-traumatic stress, using ancient practices such as meditative movement, breath work, meditation, and time in nature.

Five-Day Mindfulness Education Program: a peer-supported outpatient program that takes place in a classroom setting. The mindfulness skills that they practice during the program help to reduce anxiety, build internal resiliency, and allow the body to regulate itself naturally.

Individual Therapy: three clinicians who see for individual therapy at their office in Bellows Falls, Vermont.

In-Service Trainings: with a purpose to provide education regarding the effects of repeated exposure to trauma while on the job as a first responder. To teach, demonstrate, and practice simple and effective resiliency skills that will improve quality of life and job satisfaction.

Gary Sinise Foundation

They serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need.

They do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities.

Some of the Many Ways They Serve:

  • Custom Home Building  |  Featuring smart technology and specialized features for America’s most severely wounded heroes. Each 100% mortgage-free home eases the challenges faced daily by our heroes and the families who sacrifice alongside them.

  • Educating the Next Generation | bringing students to places where history becomes real, from museums to memorials. Through firsthand accounts from veterans, first responders, and those who lived it, they gain a deeper understanding of the true cost of freedom

  • First Responder Support  |  Our firefighters, police, and EMTs are indispensable to keeping our communities safe. Many perform their dangerous jobs without critical equipment and resources in departments that are underfunded.

Shields & Stripes

The Shields & Stripes program is designed to restore the lives of our nation’s Veterans and First Responders through a team-based, holistic approach to healing

The Shields & Stripes program is a no-cost, holistic rehabilitation initiative for U.S. military veterans and first responders that combines a three-week in-person immersive experience with nine weeks of structured telehealth support to address physical, mental, and emotional healing. It uses a team-based approach including mental health counseling, physical and occupational therapy, nutrition, strength training, yoga, and peer support to help participants build resilience and improve overall well-being.

SRQ Vets

SRQ Vets provide practical assistance — from VA help, job placement, basic needs support, and home/auto repairs to mental health resources and community events — while building partnerships and raising awareness to strengthen the veteran community.

  • Auto Repairs & Vehicle Donations  |  They help keep you on the road with essential vehicle repairs and donated vehicles for those in need of reliable transportation.

  • Mobility Ramps & Minor Home Modifications | they make homes safer and more accessible by installing ramps and completing small but important modifications.

  • Utility Assistance  |  Struggling with electric, water, or gas bills? They provide support to help keep your home running.

  • Financial Education & Budgeting | They offer tools and guidance to help you manage your finances, build stability, and plan for the future.

Josh Pallotta Fund

The Josh Pallotta Fund was created in memory of Joshua R. Pallotta to support veterans and service members by operating Josh’s House, a wellness and recreation center in Vermont. It provides a supportive space and community with resources, safe gatherings, events, and educational opportunities aimed at helping veterans build resilience, aid in transition and reintegration, and improve overall well-being.

Josh’s House amenities include a free state-of-the-art gym with cardio and weight equipment, plus showers; complimentary meals and snacks provided through donations; and a variety of recreational options such as video games, pool, ping pong, guitar, and lounge space for relaxing or socializing. They also offer wellness services like massage, Reiki, healing touch, and auricular acupuncture to help reduce stress and promote healing.

Heroes on the Water - Tidewater

Heroes on the Water provides free outdoor programs for U.S. active-duty military, veterans, law enforcement officers, first responders and their families.

Heroes on the Water serves U.S. military veterans (as well as active-duty service members, first responders, and their families) by providing free, therapeutic outdoor experiences centered on kayak fishing that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Their programs create welcoming, pressure-free environments where participants can connect with nature, build camaraderie, reduce stress, and foster a sense of purpose and belonging.