Grunt Style Foundation and Veterans of Foreign Wars Launch National Initiative to Support Veterans' Mental Health
In a groundbreaking move to address the mental health needs of veterans across the United States, the Grunt Style Foundation (GSF) is proud to announce its partnership with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). This collaboration is set to make significant strides in improving mental health outcomes for veterans, with a particular focus on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the promotion of alternative treatment methods.
A Unified Effort for Veterans' Mental Wellness
The partnership between GSF and VFW is centered around five key objectives, each aimed at fostering a supportive environment for veterans struggling with mental health issues:
Raising Awareness: By highlighting the importance of addressing mental health needs, the initiative seeks to bring these critical issues to the forefront of national discourse.
Promoting Alternative Treatments: Recognizing the diverse needs of veterans, the initiative will advocate for alternative treatment methods for PTSD, offering veterans more options for care.
Reducing Stigma: A major goal is to diminish the stigma surrounding mental health issues within the veteran community, encouraging more veterans to seek the help they need.
Sharing Resources and Best Practices: By pooling their resources, GSF and VFW aim to share valuable information and best practices related to mental health treatments.
Collaborative Fundraising: Both organizations will work together on fundraising initiatives to support their mental health programs, ensuring these vital services continue to reach those who need them.
A Message from VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt
"We are pleased to join forces with the Grunt Style Foundation in the fight for veterans’ mental wellness," said VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt. "Teaming up with likeminded organizations is a force multiplier, and there is no doubt that together we’ll affect real change to positively benefit those who suffer the invisible cost of protecting our freedom."
About the Grunt Style Foundation
Established in 2021, the Grunt Style Foundation is a 501(c)3 national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Members, and their families. As the nonprofit arm of Grunt Style, a veteran-operated apparel brand, the foundation focuses on mental health and wellness, military transition, and alleviating food insecurities and homelessness within military communities.
About the Veterans of Foreign Wars
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is the nation's largest and oldest major war veterans organization. Founded in 1899, the VFW is dedicated to veterans’ service, legislative advocacy, and community service programs. With more than 1.4 million members globally, the VFW is committed to the well-being of veterans and their families.
For more information on this initiative and how you can support veterans' mental health, please visit Grunt Style Foundation and VFW.
