Join the Shields & Stripes Mission.
WE BELIEVE OUR NATION’S HEROES DESERVE THE BEST.
They Raised Their Hand and Pledged to Protect You.
Now, They Need Your Help.
Our nation’s Military Veterans and First Responders have a 5 x higher risk of experiencing mental health problems due to constant exposure to death and destruction.
Sadly, the current mental health system in America was unprepared for this reality, and today, those brave men and women need help to survive life.
Our Military Veterans and First Responders Secretly Fight Their Own Battles.
Did You Know?
Between 17 and 44 veterans commit suicide daily?
The previous report of 17.2 a day reporting doesn’t account for accidents, undetermined, reported self-harm, or overdoses, resulting in undercounting errors.
In One Year, We Lost…
Firefighters
POLICE OFFICERS
VETERANS
Data reporting is conducted with the intent to raise awareness and has sourced several agencies to capture the most accurate data to reflect the problem we are trying help fix. If you feel the data does not reflect the current situation, please contact: contact@shieldsandstripes.org
Shields & Stripes Is Helping Our Heroes!
With a top-tier, 3-month intensive program led by the finest doctors, therapists, nutritionists, and trainers, Shields & Stripes is now providing the care our brave warriors, protectors, and servants deserve.
ZERO
Cost to attendees!
Trauma Focused Psychological Therapy
Physical
Therapy
Occupational
Therapy
Nutrition
Education
Meditation
and Yoga
Air Force Pararescueman Steve Nisbet’s Family Was Afraid of Him
Little did Steve Nisbet know that a personal and traumatic experience would lead him to his life’s mission with Shields & Stripes.
Police Officer David Vaughn Suffered Major Injuries in Traffic Accident
Police Officer David Vaughn sustained severe injuries when he was involved in an on-duty traffic accident.
Air Force Analyst Sarah Garasz Dealt with Tremendous Grief
Sarah Garasz is an analyst in the United States Air Force and had a difficult time dealing with the loss of a loved one.
You can help Shields & Stripes continue their mission of saving our brave men and women and getting them on the road to a healthy, peaceful life.
Could You Handle This Over, and Over, and Over?…
What one police officer with military service experiences in their career…
- NViolent or tragic death of children
- NTraumatic suicides and homicides
- NExplosions and gunfire
- NAmbushes and unplanned attacks
- NViolent physical assaults
- NDeaths of co-workers
- NHigh-speed traffic collisions
- NEntry into burning buildings and vehicles
- NChild abuse, neglect, poverty
- NJob-related injuries
- NPolitical and administrative assaults
- NDestruction of family
How Your Donations Make a Difference
Your contribution enables attendees, referred to as athletes, to benefit from comprehensive care, starting with 3 weeks of personalized in-person support, followed by 9 weeks of telehealth.
81.5%
Program Services
15.9%
Fundraising
2.5%
System Management
Team Member Spotlight
Dr. Heidi Anderson
Meet Dr. Heidi Anderson, the lead mental health consultant for Shields & Stripes.
Besides her work with Shields & Stripes, she is the founder of The Healing Impact, which helps people with trauma, and she has spoken nationally about healing from trauma.
The Latest From Shields & Stripes
Shields & Stripes Chairman to Participate in 2024 Bataan Memorial Death March in New Mexico
Every year, people from around the country gather at the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico to complete the Bataan Memorial Death March. Their tagline, “More Than Just a Marathon,” appeals to those who want to support a noble cause by completing a most untraditional marathon involving walking...
UPCOMING EVENTS
2024 Clay Shoot
Join us for a day of marksmanship and camaraderie at the 2024 Clay Shoot event hosted by Shields & Stripes.
2024 Charity Gala
Make a difference while enjoying an elegant night out at our Charity Gala. Indulge in music, fine dining, and exciting auctions—all in support of a great cause. Secure your tickets now!
SPONSORS
We’re grateful for our amazing sponsors who care about our first responders and veterans as much as we do!
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Act soon - ticket sales closing soon! We hope you will join us for this important gala that allows us to continue our mission of providing our signature program to more veterans and first responders.
Visit www.shieldsandstripes.org or the link in our bio to secure your tickets. Thank you for your continued support!
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We are excited to share that Ryan Lavarnway @rlavarnway has joined our team as a @shieldsandstripes Ambassador!
With an impressive career spanning Major League Baseball, Ryan’s journey includes winning a World Series with the Boston Red Sox in 2013 and representing Team Israel in baseball at the Olympics. His diverse endeavors include roles as a television broadcaster, leadership consultant, podcast host of Finding The Way and children’s book author titled, Baseball and Belonging.
Ryan’s passion for supporting veterans and first responders aligns perfectly with our mission. His role will undoubtedly raise awareness of the @shieldsandstripes mission. This advocacy will allow us to change the lives of more heroes with our signature program. We are honored to have him on board as part of our team.
Read more at the link in our bio or https://shieldsandstripes.org/our-team/ryan-lavarnway
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Our top tier program is restoring the lives of veterans and first responders from all across the country.
We’ve carefully honed this program to provide our nations heroes with the tools they need to navigate their life and feel like themselves again.
We provide one month of comprehensive in-person treatment, that utilizes a combination of individualized therapy, with the valuable camaraderie of group therapy.
We follow that foundation with two months of telehealth to integrate their progress into day-to-day home life and into their relationships.
🇺🇸🙌🏼One day every veteran and first responder will have access to the @shieldsandstripes program. Will you join us on this mission?⁉️
Donate now at www.shieldsandstripes.org or at the link in our bio to support a hero.
Thank you for following and for sharing our posts.
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From strangers to comrades. The in-person phase of our March @shieldsandstripes program has come to an end.
A month ago eight veterans and first responders arrived at @exossports in Gulf Breeze, Florida, each on their own path. Today they leave with more than just memories. They have formed a unique bond and shared healing.
They’ve now returned home, armed with experiences and tools to carry them through the next nine weeks of telehealth. This unique model paves the way for long lasting changes.
None of this would’ve been possible without your unwavering support. Thank you for allowing us to restore the lives of more veterans and first responders.
Photo courtesy of Luke Trexler
@trexler_media
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Join us in beautiful Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on April 27th for the 2024 @shieldsandstripes Charity Gala. Meet our incredible lineup of speakers and special guests.
Shaye Haver, the first female US Army Ranger, and Apache helicopter pilot, commended for her trailblazing achievements and recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the World’s Greatest Leaders in 2016.
Riley Tejcek, a captain in the United States Marine Corps, Team USA National Bobsled athlete and winner of the 2023 Ms. Military competition. @riley.tejcek
We’re honored to welcome Luke Trexler, former Green Beret, Shields & Stripes athlete and talented photographer. @trexler_media
Leading our evening will be Eric Weisfeld, an Emmy and Edward R. Murrow award-winning journalist with over 25 years of experience and WMBF weeknight anchor.
Purchase tickets on the www.shieldsandstripes.org Events page or at the link in our bio.
Proceeds benefit the @shieldsandstripes program dedicated to restoring the lives of veterans and first responders.
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