Don’t miss out on joining The Independence Fund at a concert celebrating Wounded Heroes Day in Charlotte, NC on April 21, featuring Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band!

Tickets are FREE for Veterans, First Responders, and their families!

Reserve your tickets today at: give.IndependenceFund.org/WHD24.…

Did you know the U.S. Army announced it is considering significant cuts to essential educational benefits like Tuition Assistance and Credentialling Assistance?

This could have devastating effects on already suffering recruitment goals, as well as force morale and the overall…

Our boots-on-ground liaison taking a knee at the famous «Донецька» (Donetsk oblast) sign.

The Donetsk and Luhansk Ukraine state provinces together make up the “Donbas region,” which includes cities such as Bakhmut, Avdiivka, Severodonetsk, Vuhledar, and Mariupol. These Ukrainian…

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Our April Newsletter is out. Dive into the latest updates as we continue our mission to share the ground truth from former Operators with boots on the ground around the world.

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Storytelling is as cathartic as it is entertaining. Scott Mann's all-veteran and military-connected cast delivers an eerily realistic glimpse into every service member’s three-front war; the war downrange, the war at home, and the war within. LAST OUT: Elegy of a Green Beret is exactly what this…

Meet the Chief Sergeant “Grandfather” of the Special Reconnaissance Platoon, «хаптія». «хаптія» (“Har-tee-ya”) is a Voluntary Territorial Community Formation (National Guard equivalent), formed on 19 March 2022 in response to the unjustified invasion of Ukrainian territories by…

Yet another roadblock for victims of the contaminated water supply at Camp Lejeune.

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina issued an order that strikes the right to a jury trial for these victims, despite explicit language in the Camp Lejeune…

Whether you are a combat veteran, military family member, or a civilian, you will find increased understanding, empathy, connection, and healing as you journey through the story of main characters, Danny and Lynn Patton, and the many deployments that lead to blurred lines between…

We are proud to support international units like the Delta Knights by providing non-lethal equipment to assist as they engage in courageous operations in support of Ukraine.

The Delta Knights are lead by Jerry from New Zealand, who felt the call to stand against Putin’s unjust…

'Raw. Visceral. I laughed. I mostly cried.'

All words and sentiments our Executive Director, David Cook, used to describe LAST OUT: Elegy of a Green Beret, written and performed by Scott Mann. Simply put, everyone needs to see this play!

theheroesjourney is partnering with Tunnel to Towers Foundation to present a…

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The Heroes Journey has partnered with Tunnel to Towers Foundation to present a special performance of the incredible play LAST OUT: Elegy of a Green Beret by Scott Mann to honor the heroes of 9/11.

This is going to be their biggest performance yet and we’re so proud of them!…

Happy International Women's Day!

Today, we honor the courage, dedication, and resilience of women worldwide, especially those serving in the Special Operations Community. Your bravery knows no bounds, and your contributions are invaluable. Let's also remember the importance of…

After years of waiting, we are calling on Speaker Mike Johnson to bring the #JaxAct to a vote. The Jax Act is vital legislation for the women of the SOF community to receive the medical care they need and deserve.

Read our letter to Speaker Johnson: soaa.org/jax-act-speake……

Congress must stop the Department of Defense from cutting critical USASOC personnel. Today’s tense global environment demands a strong SOF at the ready to respond decisively when the need arises.

We urge you to act immediately to ensure our military’s preeminent force remains…

The interconnectedness of global conflicts cannot be overstated. The war between Russia and Ukraine has inflicted far-reaching political, economic, and humanitarian consequences throughout Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

- Europe’s largest refugee crisis since World…