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
Police Offer, David Vaughn: Finding Strength After the Badge
Police Officer David Vaughn sustained severe injuries when he was involved in an on-duty traffic accident.
Sarah Garasz, Air Force Analyst: Healing and Hope After Loss
Sarah Garasz is an analyst in the United States Air Force and had a difficult time dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Ray Hoelscher, Navy Corpsman: Reclaiming Strength and Purpose
Ray Hoelscher served in the United States Navy and upon returning to civilian life, he recognized pretty quickly he had PTSD.
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 Inaugural Las Vegas Charity Gala
A Night to Remember We hosted an inaugural Las Vegas Charity Gala at the iconic Virgin Hotels Las Vegas presented by Christopher Ward. This event brought together national leaders, decorated military heroes, celebrated athletes, talented musicians, and supporters for a night honoring our nation's...
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“You’re investing in their children.
You’re investing in the next generation.
You’re investing in communities.
You’re changing what can happen even for healthcare because now you have these generations who don’t have as many adverse childhood experiences...”
Candid conversations from our first Alumni Road Tour | Part One
Behind the scenes from our first Alumni Road Tour stop. 🙌 Team members and alumni athletes of @shieldsandstripes gathered at @sevillegolfandcountryclub to reconnect, reflect on progress, and continue the conversations that matter.
Healing is not linear. It does not begin or end on a schedule. Our commitment is to stay connected long after our alumni leave the physical program so support never feels out of reach.
Together, we had honest conversations about what PTS really looks like, celebrated meaningful milestones, and focused on lasting impact over quick fixes.
If you are part of this community, you are part of this conversation.
If you are fighting to improve your mental health and quality of life, you are not alone.
If you have been where someone else might be right now and understand how hard it can be to keep moving forward, leave a few words of encouragement in the comments.
Our mission to ensure life-saving programs are always available to our heroes at zero cost to them is ongoing and unwavering. ⬇️
Here are four ways you can get involved right now and directly help fund these programs while making a real impact on someone’s life:
🇺🇸 Help us reach our goal of 100 committed members giving just $10/month to make this possible.
🇺🇸 Pre-order the C63 Sealander GMT x Shields & Stripes watch in collaboration with @chriswardlondon by April 27th. 10% of all sales is donated directly to Shields & Stripes.
🇺🇸 Shop our online store. Every purchase directly funds our programs, and every time you wear our apparel you help carry the mission forward.
🇺🇸 Share this post. Tag someone. Spread the word.
There is a myth that time is infinite, and for those who have it in abundance, it may feel that way. But for many, time is sacred and never promised. A single second can change a life.
This watch represents those who have given their time selflessly to protect others. It honors those who were not given enough time and whose memories we continue to carry forward. It also represents those who have served their communities and are now rebuilding, working to create a new normal where the time ahead is meaningful, purposeful, and filled with peace and happiness.
To learn more about our collaboration with @chriswardlondon, please visit our website.
