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Living 
Free
Together

Welcome, military families!
LFT values and honors the service and sacrifice of Charlottesville’s military families by offering skill-building workshops and opportunities for engaging in community to help veterans and military families grow personally and together.
Join Us At Our Next Event!

In order to attend LFT events, you must register an LFT account. You can do so here.

Click on the event listing below for details!

Click here for more information on the event.
What We Do
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Family Support

LFT is dedicated to supporting whole military families with their Fearless Family programs, knowing that solidarity builds resilience and community fuels strength.
Every year, LFT hosts "Ruck the Ridge"– a can't-miss ultimate weighted hiking challenge that brings together the entire LFT community.
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F.I.T. Program

LFT's Fit with the Intent to Thrive centers physical and mental wellness for military personel and first responders

Ruck the Ridge

Every year, LFT hosts "Ruck the Ridge"– a can't-miss ultimate weighted hiking challenge that brings together the entire LFT community.
Real Lives, Real Impacts

CULTIVATING LIFE THROUGH COMMUNITY.

Living Free Together shares real strategies with real military families

for restoring and strengthening relationships.

This community is so AMAZING! It is for all ages of active duty, veterans and /or their spouses and children from all branches of service in the US Armed Forces. There is always so much to talk about and learn; 

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- Spouse of US Army, Retired

MILITARY FAMILIES NEED THIS!

Support LFT

By the Numbers
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Our programs and events remain in forward motion year after year due to the dedication of our neighbors, friends, and countless community partners. Here are some notable numbers from 2025.

Participants surveyed were willing to invite friends
and family to join. 

of donations go directly to programs. Enrichment programs are always free to participants. 

 

Of families plan surveyed plan to participate in other
programs.

30+​

91%

100% 

100%
 

Families each year are supported and loved

your contributions have a huge impact

Invest in the future of our community of patriot families

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