Shields and Stripes

Shields and Stripes The Shields & Stripes Program Restores the Lives of Veterans and First Responders. www.shieldsandstripes.org

At Shields & Stripes, we believe healing starts with understanding that you are not alone. Through a holistic approach t...
06/04/2026

At Shields & Stripes, we believe healing starts with understanding that you are not alone.

Through a holistic approach to brain health and recovery, we support veterans, military members, first responders, and their families as they navigate their own path forward.

But trauma does not discriminate. Our service members and first responders are not the only ones affected by it, and PTSD often looks very different than what people expect. Sometimes it shows up in poor sleep, irritability, difficulty concentrating, feeling disconnected, or simply struggling to be present.

This PTSD Awareness Month, check in on those around you, and take a moment to check in with yourself. A conversation can make a difference, and there’s absolutely zero shame in asking for help.

There’s no right way to heal.While trauma is often thought of as something carried in the mind, it is also deeply held w...
05/31/2026

There’s no right way to heal.

While trauma is often thought of as something carried in the mind, it is also deeply held within the body.

That belief is at the core of our programs. Through a holistic approach that supports both psychological and physical healing, we help our athletes rebuild confidence, reconnect with purpose, and recognize that they are part of something greater than themselves.

No matter where they are in their recovery journey, today, tomorrow, or years from now, they will always have a place within the Shields & Stripes community.

05/27/2026

This Memorial Day, our Co-Founder and Executive Director, Steven Nisbet, had the honor of joining CBN News to share Peter’s story, reflect on his career as a Special Warfare Pararescueman, and discuss the journey that led to the creation of .

We hope everyone had a safe holiday weekend spent with loved ones, and that Steve’s story serves as a meaningful reminder of those we honor not only on Memorial Day, but every day.

Thank you to all of you have served, to all of you who have stood by spouses that have served, and to those families and children who endure alongside their loved ones as they navigate and recover from their time serving. And thank you to everyone who supports these valiant members of our society and continues to help us provide our programs to them through generous donations of their money and time.

Listen to the rest of the interview at the link in our bio.🔗🇺🇸

05/25/2026

The heroes’ holiday. 🇺🇸 It’s easy to think of Memorial Day as a long weekend or simply another day away from the office, but while you enjoy the sun, the extra time off, and moments with loved ones, please take a moment to reflect on and honor the brave men and women who made unimaginable sacrifices to protect the freedom, safety, and future of our country.

Their courage, service, and sacrifice are the reason we enjoy so many of the liberties we often take for granted.

Thank you, Christina! 🇺🇸➡️ We’re getting closer to our goal of 100 dedicated monthly donors!As you gear up for pool days...
05/23/2026

Thank you, Christina! 🇺🇸➡️ We’re getting closer to our goal of 100 dedicated monthly donors!

As you gear up for pool days, beach days, and Memorial Day Weekend celebrations, consider skipping that one extra drink at the pub and putting it toward a one-time or recurring donation instead to honor the real reason for the season.

Wishing everyone safe travels and a peaceful Memorial Day Weekend.🇺🇸

Thank you, Sherry! 🇺🇸 Read Sherry’s full statement below.⬇️“I give monthly because service has always been at the core o...
05/21/2026

Thank you, Sherry! 🇺🇸 Read Sherry’s full statement below.⬇️

“I give monthly because service has always been at the core of who I am — both in my own military career and in the values that have shaped my family. Wearing the uniform is just one part of the journey. What comes after matters just as much.

This mission matters to me because I’ve seen firsthand that not every veteran’s transition is smooth. The strength we build in uniform doesn’t make us immune to struggle — it just means we’re often less likely to ask for help.

Organizations like Shields & Stripes step into that gap. They provide more than resources — they provide connection, purpose, and a reminder that no one has to navigate that path alone.

Supporting this community means honoring the commitment we all made to each other, not just while serving, but long after. It’s about making sure those who have given so much don’t feel forgotten when the mission changes.”

Thank you, David!🇺🇸⬇️ Some of us serve our country. Others serve those who serve our country by ensuring they are taken ...
05/20/2026

Thank you, David!🇺🇸⬇️ Some of us serve our country. Others serve those who serve our country by ensuring they are taken care of for their service to our country.

You don’t need a personal tie or a groundbreaking reason to give. You can simply give because you recognize that it will make some anonymous stranger’s life infinitely better.

Thank you to all of our recurring donors who continuously support us with your monthly donations – no matter the number after the dollar sign. It all adds up and helps us provide our services to those military members and first responders who need it.

This is what it’s all about, and in this moment, we felt an overwhelming sense of pride. To know we’ve played even a sma...
05/19/2026

This is what it’s all about, and in this moment, we felt an overwhelming sense of pride. To know we’ve played even a small role in helping connect our people to their next purpose, next mission, and next chapter is exactly why we wake up in the morning.💪🏽

05/16/2026

Our programs don’t just support military members and first responders. Our athletes have entire families and communities that are directly impacted as well.

Every athlete we serve has loved ones, children, friendships, and communities that feel the effects of what they carry both during and after service.

Through our programs, we help our athletes rediscover the depth of their mental and physical strength so they have healthier tools to process, cope with, and carry the experiences that come with a life of service.

For many of them, these are not just battles from the past. Some are still showing up every single day and continuing to serve despite everything they have been exposed to along the way.

Improving the quality of life for our veterans, military members, and first responders will always be our ultimate goal....
05/14/2026

Improving the quality of life for our veterans, military members, and first responders will always be our ultimate goal.

Through our partnership with , connecting with athletes during our Alumni Road Tour, and collecting self-reported data from this community, we are proud to witness the longterm results that come from giving our heroes the support, community, and resources they deserve through our programs.

We want to thank all of our donors and sponsors for your continued support and for making it possible for us to serve our athletes without placing any financial burden on them.

Please keep sharing the mission! You are helping us make a difference.

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99577

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