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DIRECTORY
A curated directory of organizations serving veterans and first responders. Because the mission is bigger than any one organization.
Our philosophy is simple: We believe in lifting up the entire community. There are incredible organizations out there doing life-changing work for veterans and first responders. We want to make sure you know about them. OWF is proud to stand alongside these organizations, because when one of us succeeds, we all succeed.
Showing 24 of 24 organizations
Wounded Warrior Project
VeteransComprehensive programs including mental health counseling, career transition, adaptive sports, benefits assistance, and family support. All services at zero cost to warriors.
Team Red White & Blue
VeteransBuilding community through physical and social activity. 300,000+ members with 19,500+ annual events including running, rucking, and functional fitness across local chapters nationwide.
Travis Manion Foundation
VeteransEmpowering veterans through leadership development, youth mentorship, and athletic events. Home of the 9/11 Heroes Run and Spartan Leadership Program.
Team Rubicon
VeteransUnites veteran skills with disaster response. 230,000+ volunteer hours, structured onboarding, and workforce development providing purpose through continued service.
Gary Sinise Foundation
Vets & FRServing severely wounded heroes, families of fallen, and first responders through 16+ programs including custom home builds, mobility devices, and community events.
Headstrong Project
VeteransBarrier-free, stigma-free, cost-free mental health treatment. Up to 30 free therapy sessions with nearly 300 clinicians. 97% client return rate after first session.
Stop Soldier Suicide
VeteransThe only national nonprofit exclusively focused on reducing military/veteran suicide. Personalized care via telehealth with dedicated wellness coordinators and evidence-based risk assessment.
Boulder Crest Foundation
Vets & FRGlobal leader in Post-Traumatic Growth. Warrior PATHH 90-day program achieves 58% PTSD reduction and 60% depression reduction. Programs for veterans and first responders.
Code of Support Foundation
VeteransProfessional case management connecting veterans to 40,000+ verified, cost-free services through the PATRIOTlink platform. No registration required to search resources.
Bob Woodruff Foundation
VeteransFunds a network of 400 veteran-serving organizations across all 50 states, searchable by location and need category including housing, employment, mental health, and more.
FitOps Foundation
VeteransEmpowers veterans through fitness certification. 12-week program including 3-week intensive camp, 100% expenses covered. 84% employment rate within first month of graduation.
America's Warrior Partnership
VeteransCommunity integration using a "one-size-fits-one" approach. WarriorServe technology platform and Mission Roll Call community of 1.5 million veteran voices.
Warrior Surf Foundation
Veterans12-week program combining surf therapy, yoga, and wellness counseling. Graduates become peer mentors. Research partnership with The Citadel for PTSD outcomes.
22 Until None
VeteransVeteran suicide awareness through community activities that recreate military camaraderie. Chapter-based model with veteran-only, family-inclusive, and sober event options.
NAMI Veterans & Active Duty
Vets & FRNation's largest grassroots mental health organization. Offers NAMI Homefront (free 6-session program for military families), HelpLine, and peer-led support groups.
Achilles International
Veterans150,000 individuals served across 62 chapters. Freedom Team program provides adaptive running support for wounded veterans with volunteer guide pairing for training and races.
The Mission Continues
VeteransVeterans serving communities through 46+ Service Platoons in 60+ cities. Opportunities for social events, service projects, and community leadership.
Code Green Campaign
First RespondersFirst responder mental health resources including a state-by-state searchable clinician directory, confidential suicide reporting, and multi-audience education programs.
Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance
First RespondersNine distinct workshops for firefighter mental health including PTSD, moral injury, and retirement preparation. Validated suicide data collection since 2010.
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
First RespondersSupport for families of fallen firefighters, Fire Hero Learning Network for free training, 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives, and memorial scholarships.
Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.)
First Responders53-chapter network supporting families of fallen law enforcement. Role-segmented retreats, counseling reimbursement up to $6,000/child, camps, and trial/parole support.
Blue H.E.L.P.
First RespondersLaw enforcement PTSD and suicide awareness. Maintains an Honor Wall of 1,000+ officers lost to suicide. Established National Law Enforcement Suicide Awareness Day (Sep 26).
First Responders Children's Foundation
First RespondersScholarships, free mental health counseling (up to 10 hours/month), and community camps for children of first responders, including families of fallen and disabled.
TAPS
VeteransComprehensive support for anyone grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one. Peer mentoring, grief counseling, retreats, and children's programs.
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