Invisible Wounds Project

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Invisible Wounds Project It is our mission to positively impact and enhance the lives of those who serve(d).

The Invisible Wounds Project provides therapy services and other resources to military, first responders, frontline medical staff, corrections, dispatch and their families related to mental health, PTSD and suicide issues.

You don’t have to carry it alone. 💙The Invisible Wounds Project exists for those who serve(d) and the people who love th...
10/18/2026

You don’t have to carry it alone. 💙

The Invisible Wounds Project exists for those who serve(d) and the people who love them: veterans, police, fire, EMS, frontline medical staff, corrections, 911 dispatchers, and their families.

We offer community, hope, healing, and support, and we connect you with specialized, trauma-informed therapists and resources built around your journey, not a one-size-fits-all program.

Every year, we walk alongside thousands of individuals, families, and groups right here in Forest Lake and beyond.

If you or someone you know needs support, reach out today. Our team is available five days a week, in person or virtually. One call, one message, or one visit is all it takes to start.

📞 Call us: 1-855-435-7497
📍 Stop in: 840 Lake St. S, Unit B, Forest Lake, MN
🔗 Get support: iwproject.org/get-help

Please note that we don't offer a 24-hour crisis line.

Do you know someone who’s been carrying too much? Share this post or send it to them directly. It might be the reminder they need.

You are not alone. You never were.

What's Happening This Week at Invisible Wounds Project!Another week of connection, creativity, wellness, and community i...
10/18/2026

What's Happening This Week at Invisible Wounds Project!

Another week of connection, creativity, wellness, and community is coming up at the IWP Support Center!

Whether you're looking for peer support, a creative outlet, or simply a place to enjoy a cup of coffee with people who understand, there's something for you. We encourage you to come as you are, try something new, and get connected!

Monday

7 PM AA: Vets and First Responders

Tuesday

10AM Status Check- A Peer Support Group

1PM Chalk Couture Class with Lisa

Wednesday

9AM Coffee & Conversations sponsored by Dunkin'

10AM Fall Painting with Sam

10AM Complimentary Reiki (must register)

11AM Walking Group

Thursday

1PM Rockin’ with Ray Jam Session

Friday

8:30AM Coffee and Conversations sponsored by Dunkin'

11AM The Iron Circle- A Men's Group

11AM Ember Circle- A Group for Women

New to IWP? We'd love to welcome you! Our Support Center is a place where veterans, first responders, frontline professionals, and their families can find connection, encouragement, and a community that understands.

You don't have to participate in a class or group to stop by. Sometimes the most meaningful connections start with a simple cup of coffee and a conversation.

Please note: Some activities require advance registration. Check our events page for details and to reserve your spot.

We look forward to seeing you next week! Remember, you are never alone.

We're teaming up with Thrivent for Giving Tuesday! ✨Thrivent believes money is a tool, not a goal. That's why they're co...
10/17/2026

We're teaming up with Thrivent for Giving Tuesday! ✨

Thrivent believes money is a tool, not a goal. That's why they're committing $3 million to support organizations like ours. On Giving Tuesday, December 1, gifts made through Thrivent's giving platform get a boost, so your donation can do even more for the military members, first responders and families we serve. Conditions apply.

📅 Mark your calendar: Tuesday, December 1.
https://choice-org-search.apps.thrivent.com/details/100756676674

🎶 2027 Concert for a Cause planning is already underway! 🎶But before we get too far ahead of ourselves, let's take one m...
10/17/2026

🎶 2027 Concert for a Cause planning is already underway! 🎶

But before we get too far ahead of ourselves, let's take one more look back at the incredible memories made at this year's Concert for a Cause!

From the amazing performances to the energy of the crowd, it was a night to remember, all while supporting the mission of Invisible Wounds Project!

Now we want to hear from YOU!

Who would you LOVE to see take the stage in 2027? Drop your dream headliner in the comments!

And don't forget to scroll through the photos and TAG your friends if you spot them!

Here's to another unforgettable year of music, memories, and making a difference!

Thank you Diana and Amber for helping take some great candid photos.

WOW! What an incredible Third Friday Breakfast! A GREAT BIG shoutout to Verizon Wireless for hosting and planning this m...
10/16/2026

WOW! What an incredible Third Friday Breakfast!

A GREAT BIG shoutout to Verizon Wireless for hosting and planning this month's Third Friday Breakfast at Invisible Wounds Project!

This was our BIGGEST BREAKFAST YET!

The room was filled with familiar faces, so many NEW faces, great conversations, laughter, and connections. Seeing our community continue to grow and watching new people walk through our doors is what it's all about!

We are beyond grateful to Verizon Wireless for helping make this morning such a success and to EVERYONE who joined us!

If you missed this month's newsletter in your email here is a message from our Director, Russ. -----------What a season ...
10/16/2026

If you missed this month's newsletter in your email here is a message from our Director, Russ.

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What a season it has been.

Over the past few months, our team, volunteers, and community partners have been on the move nearly every weekend, from car shows and community gatherings to our biggest day of the year, the Car Show and Concert for a Cause. If you were there, you already know. Chris Janson brought an energy to that stage that I’m still thinking about. He gave everything he had, and honestly, it’s going to be tough for any artist to top that show in the years ahead. To everyone who bought a ticket, volunteered, sponsored, or simply showed up, thank you. And a special thank you to our presenting sponsors, Running Aces Casino, Hotel & Racetrack, BFirst Industrial, and Schroeder PAC, for standing with us.

These events matter. They help make the work we do possible. But here’s what I want everyone to understand: the need doesn’t end when the stage lights go down.

Every single day, our veterans, active military, police officers, firefighters, EMS, frontline medical staff, corrections officers, 911 dispatchers, and their families are carrying weight most people never see. Right now, our team is averaging 8 su***de and crisis interventions every week. That’s nearly 2.5 times what we were doing at this same time last year. Behind every one of those numbers is a person who reached out on one of the hardest days of their life, and our team was there to answer.

Being there every day takes support every day.

That’s why I’m asking you to consider becoming a recurring monthly supporter. Monthly giving gives us something events can’t: steady, reliable support we can count on no matter what the season or the weather brings. It means when the phone rings, or the door opens, we’re ready.

Our goal for October is to welcome 100 new recurring monthly supporters. We’re calling them our 100 Heroes, and I’d be honored to have you be one of them. Whether it’s $10, $25, or $100 a month, every gift adds up to lives supported and families kept whole.

Become one of our 100 Heroes today! https://qrco.de/bgL1qH

Thank you for believing in this mission and for standing beside the people who stand up for all of us.

Our favorite day of the month is here! Join us tomorrow for Third Friday Breakfast hosted and sponsored by Verizon Wirel...
10/15/2026

Our favorite day of the month is here! Join us tomorrow for Third Friday Breakfast hosted and sponsored by Verizon Wireless this month!

We look forward to seeing what these cooks have up their sleeves!

It's almost time!!!! Two festive events, one merry day!Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 12th, because we’re br...
10/15/2026

It's almost time!!!! Two festive events, one merry day!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 12th, because we’re bringing the holiday magic from morning to afternoon, all in support of the Invisible Wounds Project!

Breakfast with Santa at Invisible Wounds Project | 10 AM – 12 PM
Santa is coming to town, and he’s hungry for pancakes! Bring the whole family for a warm, hearty breakfast and a FREE photo opportunity with the big guy himself. Snap as many pictures as you’d like, share those wish lists, and make holiday memories you’ll treasure for years. Tickets are $10/person

IWP Annual Sip & Shop Event | 1 PM – 4 PM
Then the grown-ups get their turn! Our annual Sip & Shop is back with dozens of local wines, beers, and spirits to sample, delicious appetizers and small plates from area caterers, and one-of-a-kind handmade gifts from the IWP Woodshop and Art Studio. Tickets are $20 each (recommended 21+).

Come for breakfast, come for the shopping, or come for it all! Every part of the day helps support veterans, first responders, frontline medical staff, and their families through the Invisible Wounds Project.

Tickets and sponsorships are available now. Tickets are LIMITED, grab yours at the event links!

10/14/2026

World War II Veteran was remembered and honored by his daughter through a special keepsake case, handcrafted by our talented team at the Invisible Wounds Project.

THE NUMBERS ARE IN! To every single person who came out to the Car Show and Concert for a Cause: THANK YOU! Together, we...
10/14/2026

THE NUMBERS ARE IN!

To every single person who came out to the Car Show and Concert for a Cause: THANK YOU! Together, we raised an incredible $59,000, and we couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you.

The weather looked a little drab, but you showed up anyway, and your energy made it one of the brightest days we’ve ever had. That says everything about this community and the heart behind this cause.

What a lineup it was! We were proud to welcome our IWP Ride Against Su***de riders as they rolled in. Thank you for riding for those we’ve lost and for those still fighting. Thank you Cindy Jo for an outstanding National Anthem. Ryan Sullivan then took the stage with his full band for the very first time, and what a debut it was! Hitchville kept the crowd going strong, and then the incredible Chris Janson rolled in and absolutely ROCKED the stage. What a night!

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors, who made all of this possible:

Running Aces Casino, Hotel & Racetrack • BFirst Industrial • Schroeder PAC • Trinity Auto Care • Gilmore Wealth Management • Plasti Dip • Dupont Decks. • Tito's Handmade Vodka • Custom Remodelers • Avalanche Services • Hawaiian Tan Salons • Simply Ride • Lakes Region EMS • NSU – North Starz Underground • Want A Lift Rental • All Saints Lock & Key • Republic Services • KNS Junk Removal

To the car owners, extraordinary volunteers, vendors, musicians, riders, and everyone who bought a ticket, shared a post, or simply showed up: you made a difference. Every dollar raised goes toward supporting the mental health and wellness of first responders, veterans, and their families in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.

We are so grateful. See you next year! ❤️

***de

Address

840 Lake Street S #B
Forest Lake, MN
55025

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 12am - 12am
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18554357497

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