activities · 48
what they do
direct service · 42
- Adaptive Equipment and Home ModificationsSupplies specialized and adaptive equipment, including adaptive beds, professional-grade icing systems, and generators for medical equipment, and provides tailored bathroom adaptations to improve safety and daily routines for injured service members and disabled veterans.
- Adaptive Equipment and Home ModificationsSupplies specialized adaptive equipment such as beds, icing systems, generators for medical devices, and installs tailored bathroom adaptations to improve safety, independence, and quality of life for injured service members and veterans.
- Adaptive Equipment and Home ModificationsSupplies adaptive beds, specialized medical equipment (e.g., professional-grade icing systems), generators for medical needs, and installs tailored bathroom adaptations to improve safety, rest, and daily living for disabled veterans and their families.
- Adaptive Sports and Physical Activity Programs Veteran Emergency and Reintegration SupportOffers sports and physical activity programs to support recovery and wellness, supporting over 4,100 wounded, ill, or injured service members through adaptive sports via Team Semper Fi.
- Arts and Music Engagement Art Programs for Veterans and Homebound SeniorsOffers arts and music engagement as part of recovery and wellness programming for service members and veterans.
- Caregiver and Family Support Services Veteran and Family Support CoordinationOffers retreats for caregivers, family support grants, and visiting nurse services to support the well-being of families and loved ones of service members and veterans.
- Case Management and Family Support Veteran and Family Support CoordinationAssigns dedicated case managers who conduct regular check-ins and ensure access to necessary resources during recovery, and provides family support grants and retreats for caregivers of service members and veterans.
- Case Management and Personalized Care Coordination Veteran & First Responder Peer Support and WellnessAssigns dedicated case managers who conduct regular check-ins and coordinate access to resources for service members and families during recovery and transition.
- Case Management and Personalized Care Coordination Veteran and Family Support CoordinationAssigns dedicated case managers who conduct regular check-ins and coordinate access to resources for service members and families during hospitalization and recovery.
- Direct Financial Assistance Rapid Direct Financial AssistanceProvides direct financial assistance to combat wounded, critically ill, and catastrophically injured service members and military families for various needs including medical crises, lost income, and general support during hospitalization and recovery. The organization processes an average of 170 grant requests per day and delivers emergency assistance within 24-48 hours, having provided over $300 million in financial assistance to more than 30,000 service members, veterans, and military families since 2004.
- Disaster Relief and Homelessness PreventionProvides disaster relief assistance and support to service members, veterans, and military families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
- Education and Career Transition Support Veteran Employment Placement ServicesOffers education support, career assistance, and apprenticeship opportunities to help injured or ill service members transition to civilian life and reintegrate into the community.
- Education, Career Support, and Transition Services Veteran Employment Placement ServicesOffers education support, career assistance, apprenticeship opportunities, and unit reunions to help wounded, ill, or injured service members transition to civilian life and reintegrate into their communities.
- Education, Career, and Transition Support Veteran Employment Placement ServicesOffers education support, career assistance, apprenticeship opportunities, and unit reunions to help wounded, ill, or injured service members transition to civilian life and reintegrate into their communities.
- Emergency and Crisis Financial Assistance Rapid Direct Financial AssistanceProvides rapid-response financial aid to service members, veterans, and their families during medical crises, hospitalization, or emergencies, including lost income support and disaster relief. Processes an average of 170 grant requests per day and delivers assistance within 24–48 hours.
- Emergency and Pandemic Response Assistance Emergency Supply DistributionProvided $5 million in financial aid during the COVID-19 pandemic and hosted 1,230 virtual events with drive-by supply deliveries in 2021 to support military families during public health emergencies.
- Family and Caregiver Support Services Veteran and Family Support CoordinationDelivers grants, gas cards, retreats, and direct support to families and caregivers of service members and veterans, including children and those attending medical appointments far from home.
- Financial Assistance for Medical and Family Needs Rapid Direct Financial AssistanceDelivers direct financial assistance to offset lost income, cover emergency expenses, and support families during medical crises, including gas cards and disaster relief; processes an average of 170 grant requests per day with emergency aid delivered within 24–48 hours.
- Housing Assistance Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportOffers housing assistance to service members, veterans, and their families.
- Housing and Home Safety AssistanceOffers housing assistance and funds home modifications such as bathroom adaptations to improve safety and accessibility for service members, veterans, and their families.
- Housing and Living Assistance Permanent and Transitional Housing SupportOffers housing assistance and home adaptations to support the safety and independence of wounded, ill, or injured service members and veterans in their daily living environments.
- Integrative Wellness and Recovery Programming Trauma-Informed Counseling for Youth & FamiliesDelivers holistic wellness programs incorporating animal therapy, arts and music engagement, sports, physical activity, and peer-led services to support healing and post-traumatic growth.
- Integrative Wellness and Recovery Programming Trauma-Informed Counseling for Youth & FamiliesDelivers holistic wellness services including arts and music engagement, sports and physical activity programs, and peer-led support to promote healing and post-traumatic growth.
- Medi-Vac Arrival Support at Camp Pendleton Veteran and Family Support CoordinationMeets returning Marines, Sailors, and their families at Medi-Vac flights to provide emotional support and comfort items during critical transitions from combat zones.
- Medical and Mental Health Support Services Veteran and Family Support CoordinationProvides visiting nurse services, post-traumatic stress support, and Medi-Vac flight reception with emotional support and comfort items for returning service members and their families.
- Mental and Physical Health Support Neuroscience-Based Cognitive TrainingProvides physical and mental health support through programs like NeuroFitness, which offers tools to improve memory, stress management, and daily resilience. This includes integrative wellness programming using innovative technologies, animal therapy, arts and music, and support services for post-traumatic stress.
- Neurofitness and Cognitive Resilience Training Neuroscience-Based Cognitive TrainingProvides neurofitness training and tools to improve memory, stress management, and daily resilience for service members and veterans through the NeuroFitness Program.
- Neurofitness and Cognitive Resilience Training Neuroscience-Based Cognitive TrainingOffers the NeuroFitness Program and neurofitness training to improve memory, stress management, and daily resilience for service members and veterans.
- Post-Traumatic Growth Resources Veteran & First Responder Peer Support and WellnessProvides video resources focused on post-traumatic growth for service members and veterans.
- Service and Companion Animal Programs Veteran Service Dog Training and PlacementProvides service-dog training, specialized support dogs, and companion animals to aid in recovery, wellness, and post-traumatic stress support for veterans and service members.
- Service and Companion Animal Support Veteran Service Dog Training and PlacementProvides service-dog training, specialized support dogs, and companion animals to aid in the recovery, wellness, and daily functioning of disabled veterans and service members.
- Service and Companion Animal Support Service Dog Provision for People with DisabilitiesProvides specialized service-dog training and offers service and companion dogs to support recovery and wellness for disabled veterans.
- Specialized Support for Vietnam-Era VeteransDelivers tailored care, financial assistance, and support services to Vietnam-era veterans who are catastrophically wounded, injured, or facing life-threatening illness due to their service.
- Support for Returning Marines and Sailors Veteran and Family Support CoordinationMeets Medi-Vac flights at Camp Pendleton to provide emotional support and comfort items to returning Marines, Sailors, and their families.
- Support for Vietnam-Era VeteransProvides tailored care, medical support, and specialized services to Vietnam-era veterans who are catastrophically wounded, injured, or facing life-threatening illness due to their service.
- Team Semper Fi Adaptive Sports Program Veteran Emergency and Reintegration SupportSupports over 4,100 wounded, ill, or injured service members through adaptive sports and physical wellness activities via Team Semper Fi.
- Transportation Assistance Veteran & Disabled Veteran Transportation SupportProvides transportation assistance, including gas cards and vehicle assistance grants, to enable attendance at essential medical appointments and reliable, adaptive transportation for disabled veterans.
- Transportation and Mobility Support Veteran & Disabled Veteran Transportation SupportProvides vehicle assistance grants and transportation support to ensure reliable, adaptive mobility for disabled veterans and families traveling to medical appointments or during recovery.
- Transportation and Mobility Support Veteran & Disabled Veteran Transportation SupportProvides vehicle assistance grants, gas cards, and transportation aid to ensure reliable access to medical appointments and essential services for disabled veterans and their families.
- Veteran and Military Unit ReunionsSupports reunions for veterans and military units as part of transition services.
- Veteran-Specific Support ProgramsProvides tailored care and support services specifically for Vietnam-era veterans who are catastrophically wounded, injured, or facing life-threatening illness due to their service, and facilitates peer support among veterans through veteran-led services.
- Visiting Nurse Services Veteran and Family Support CoordinationProvides visiting nurse services to support the health and well-being of service members, veterans, and families.
advocacy · 2
- Advocacy and Mission Visibility through SponsorshipsAdvances organizational mission and awareness through high-visibility sponsorships, events, and community campaigns.
- High-Visibility Sponsorships and Mission AdvancementUtilizes sponsorships and public campaigns to advance organizational visibility and mission through events and community initiatives.
capacity building · 4
- Corporate Partnerships and Fundraising Veteran Membership and Community SupportEngages mission-driven corporate partners in multi-year support and receives direct financial contributions from corporate and private foundations to support programs for service members, veterans, and military families. The organization also utilizes high-visibility sponsorships to advance its mission through events, campaigns, and community initiatives.
- Corporate and Foundation Partnership Engagement Veteran Membership and Community SupportEngages corporate partners and private foundations in multi-year collaborations and direct financial contributions to support programs for service members, veterans, and military families.
- Corporate and Foundation Partnership Engagement Veteran Membership and Community SupportEngages corporate partners and private foundations in multi-year collaborations and receives direct financial contributions to fund life-changing programs for service members and military families.
- Large-Scale Fundraising and Matching Campaigns Law Enforcement and Public Safety GrantmakingConducts major fundraising initiatives, including the annual Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation matching gift campaign, which raised $271 million by 2025, and has provided over $300 million in total assistance since 2004.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Anticipatory and adaptive program development anticipatory program developmentProactively identifies emerging needs within the military community and develops targeted programs to support recovery, reintegration, and long-term resilience.
- Anticipatory, needs-based program delivery anticipatory program developmentDevelops and delivers targeted support—such as adaptive equipment, home modifications, and medical devices—by proactively identifying evolving challenges to promote stability and independence.
- Anticipatory, needs-based program development anticipatory program developmentDevelops targeted interventions in anticipation of emerging challenges, delivering adaptive equipment, home modifications, medical devices, and other direct supports to promote stability and independence.
- Decentralized volunteer and community engagement decentralized_volunteer_mobilizationMobilizes supporters through low-barrier, decentralized volunteer opportunities that leverage personal passions and talents, rooted in a model initiated by military spouses to expand community impact.
- Decentralized volunteer and community engagement model decentralized_volunteer_mobilizationMobilizes supporters through low-barrier, decentralized volunteer opportunities rooted in personal passion and location, modeled on the organization’s origins with military spouses.
- Decentralized volunteer and corporate engagement model decentralized_volunteer_mobilizationMobilizes supporters through accessible, passion-driven volunteer opportunities and builds sustained impact via multi-year corporate partnerships and high-visibility event sponsorships aligned with shared values.
- Family-centered case management family-centered_supportUses a compassionate, family-inclusive case management model to connect service members, veterans, and their families with tailored support services, fostering belonging and long-term stability.
- Foundation-funded program expansion foundation_funding_modelLeverages philanthropic investments from foundations to scale programs and deepen impact for service members and military families.
- Holistic and family-centered well-being holistic_transition_supportSupports long-term recovery and reintegration by addressing physical, mental, and spiritual health alongside family needs, fostering compassion, belonging, and resilience through a holistic and family-inclusive approach.
- Holistic and family-centered well-being approach holistic_transition_supportSupports long-term recovery and reintegration by addressing physical, mental, and spiritual health alongside family needs, fostering belonging and resilience through compassionate, integrated care.
- Holistic and integrative well-being approach holistic_transition_supportSupports long-term recovery and personal growth by addressing physical, mental, spiritual, and professional dimensions of health, particularly during transition after injury or illness.
- Lifelong, individualized case management lifelong_one-on-one_careProvides continuous, personalized support through a case management model that addresses financial strain, access to care, and long-term stability for wounded service members and their families, maintaining lifelong relationships to adapt to evolving needs.
- Lifelong, individualized case management model lifelong_one-on-one_careProvides continuous, personalized support through a case management approach that addresses financial strain, access to care, and long-term stability for wounded service members and their families, maintaining lifelong relationships to adapt to evolving needs.
- Lifelong, individualized support model lifelong_one-on-one_careProvides continuous, personalized assistance to wounded service members and their families through a lifelong, one-on-one relationship, addressing evolving needs such as financial strain, access to care, and long-term stability.
- Strategic partnership funding model corporate_partnership_modelSecures sustained program impact through multi-year corporate partnerships, foundation grants, and event sponsorships aligned with shared values and mission advancement.
named programs · 15
what they call their work
America's Fund
Program extending assistance to all service branches: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard.
COVID-19 Response
Provided financial assistance, drive-by visits for supplies, and virtual events during the COVID-19 pandemic to support service members and families.
Community Athlete Team
Individuals who compete in athletic events to raise funds and awareness for the organization's mission.
Cover Me
Documentary showing OIF/OEF military leadership discussing PTSD, used as a teaching resource for combat units and first responders.
Fund Athletic Club
Local groups of athletes participating in group athletic experiences and social events to support wounded service members.
LCpl Bob Parsons Welcome Home Fund
Extends support to veterans from all service branches who were catastrophically injured during combat operations in Vietnam
NeuroFitness Program
Provides neurofeedback training to restore cognitive function, improve memory, manage pain, and address stress-related issues as part of the Wellness Program
Team Semper Fi
Recovery Through Sport program that supports over 4,100 wounded, ill, or injured service members across all branches through adaptive sports and athletic training
The Apprenticeship Program
Supports service members in preparing for meaningful trades, careers, or small business opportunities through short-term vocational education and apprenticeships
Tim & Sandy Day Canine Companions
Provides service dogs to injured and critically ill service members, covering training and care expenses, sponsored by the Timothy T. Day Foundation
Unit Reunions
Brings together members of military units in a safe environment to reconnect, remember, and recover collectively after combat experiences
Veteran 2 Veteran (V2V) Program
Peer-to-peer support network that helps service members and veterans transition to civilian life through local community resources and networking
Veteran 2 Veteran Program (V2V)
Peer-to-peer support, resources, and networking for wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans to aid transition to civilian life.
Visiting Nurses Program
Offers medical and mental health navigation support, emotional assistance, and care coordination for catastrophically wounded, ill, or injured service members and veterans
You Are Not Alone Initiative
Distributes free resource cards with suicide prevention lifeline information, QR codes to REACH to Prevent Suicide, and contact details for immediate veteran support
relationships · 13
who they work with
- Bob Parsons Partner — LCpl Parsons Welcome Home Fund was established in honor of Bob Parsons, a Vietnam War Marine veteran.
- Community Athlete Team Partner — Network of individuals who compete in athletic events while raising funds and awareness for the organization.
- Doctor / Nurse Partner — Referral source for service members and veterans seeking assistance.
- Fund Athletic Club Partner — Local groups of athletes participating in group athletic experiences and social events to raise funds for wounded service members.
- GoDaddy Partner — Partnered with The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation to host an annual matching gift campaign supporting The Fund.
- Hospital Partner — Referral source for individuals accessing The Fund's services.
- Other Non-Profit Partner — Referral partner for individuals accessing The Fund's services.
- Other Organization Partner — Referral source for service members and veterans seeking assistance.
- Paige Thomas Partner — Veteran and recipient of support whose story illustrates the organization's impact.
- Tanya Washington Partner — Director of Volunteer Services who serves as a contact for volunteer inquiries.
- The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation Funder — Provides matching funds through an annual donation challenge that has raised $271 million for The Fund.
- Timothy T. Day Foundation Partner — Sponsors the Tim & Sandy Day Canine Companions program, which provides service dogs to injured and critically ill service members.
- VA Partner — Referral partner for service members and veterans seeking assistance.