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
US Marine Captain and 2026 Olympic Hopeful Joins Shields & Stripes
USMC Captain and Team USA Bobsledder Riley Tejcek has joined Shields & Stripes as an Ambassador to help support United States veterans and first-responders.
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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From @shieldsandstripes President & Co-Founder:
“Shields & Stripes graduated our most recent program after 3 months of hard work.
I often get lost in looking forward to the future and making sure we can get the next program, the next group, the next 8, the next sponsor.
It’s often difficult to sit back and see the impact that our amazing team has on these veterans and first responders, and their families.
It was truly humbling and heart warming, hearing from them directly yesterday, expressing deep gratitude and listening to the lifelong changes as a result of their choice to choose better. Better for themselves and better for their families.
The common theme was they didn’t realize how much they needed this. But they don’t realize how much we need them.
I am thankful for these 8 individuals and all those going through our program; it’s humbling everytime.
Thank you to the village who has been their brothers/sisters keeper. “
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Photos 2 and 3 courtesy of @trexler_media
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered donated, and sponsored our 4th Annual Golf Classic in Whispering Pines, NC!⛳️🏌🏽
Your incredible support helps us continue our mission of restoring the lives of veterans and first responders by funding the @shieldsandstripes program. We are so grateful for your generosity and commitment to our Nation’s heroes.
📸Full gallery coming soon!
Photography courtesy of @haleyritchiephotography
Sponsors and Raffle Donors
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See you on July 13th for our 4th Annual Golf Classic benefiting the @shieldsandstripes Program! ⛳️
There’s still time to join us for a day on the greens of the Country Club of Whispering Pines in North Carolina. Register today at the link in our bio. 🏌🏽♀️
All golfers receive a swag bag including a S&S golf classic hat while supplies last! 🧢
Join the raffle for a brand new sig sauer💥🎟️
A huge thank you to our generous sponsors and supporters of our mission!
TribalCo
@satcomdirect
@performanceadditives
@drstreetsdmd
@limitlessmealsupply
@southernpinesbrewing
@dahr_lifestyle
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@pinesconecafe
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@haleyritchiephotography
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@chadhigbycom
@laffertydanielsgolf
@elysianskinandbeautystudio
@cardmyyard_carthagenc
Winkler Knife
@forgetmeknot_weddingco
@pinepressedflowers
**More sponsorship options are available!
Secure your spot to play or sponsor today >> link in our bio << or at https://shieldsandstripes.org/4th-annual-golf-classic
We’re thrilled to welcome our newest @shieldsandstripes Ambassador, Riley Tejcek @riley.tejcek an Active Duty Marine and Captain in the USMC, as well as an accomplished athlete of the Team USA Bobsled team!
Riley is a powerful female role model in the military and athletics, and she’s helping us highlight that not trauma by veterans and first responders is combat or job-related. We recognize that trauma can originate from sexual assault or MST, and our program is committed to supporting these heroes, no matter the cause.
Join us in celebrating Riley’s advocacy and making a difference in the lives of veterans and first responders by signing up for “Donate Eight.” A small monthly donation of $8 will make a significant impact in supporting our mission to restore the lives of veterans and first responders.
DONATE & READ MORE - Link in bio.
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Group photo courtesy of @kristina_barron_photo
#SupportOurHeroes #ShieldsAndStripes #independanceday
⛳️ Register for Our 4th Annual Golf Classic Benefiting The Shields & Stripes Program! @shieldsandstripes
🏌🏽♀️Join us for a day on the greens on July 13th at the Country Club of Whispering Pines in North Carolina.
🍺 Enjoy beer courtesy of local and veteran owned @southernpinesbrewing
🤍 Thank you to our incredible sponsors
@familyandcochiro
@drstreetsdmd
@sell_with_cantrell
@massage.by.kathleen
@drinksurfside
@haleyritchiephotography
@satcomdirect
**More sponsorship options are available!
Secure your spot to play or sponsor today >> link in our bio << or at https://shieldsandstripes.org/4th-annual-golf-classic
