Programs for Military Families
F.I.T. - Money Matters: Estate Planning
Timberwood Grill Conference Room (3311 Worth Crossing Cville 22936) Tuesday Oct 22; 6:30p-8:00p
This is a FREE financial planning workshop presented by Evan Skeen of Skeen Law. The focus of this session is Estate Planning.
Heavy appetizers are included.
Registration is required.
Ruck the Ridge
Blue Ridge School Saturday Nov 9, 8:30a-2:00p
In honor of Veterans Day, seize the opportunity to conquer RTR. The journey unfolds along professionally groomed trails, creating unforgettable memories along the way. This extraordinary event merges ruck hiking, trail running, and adventure/obstacle course races, promising an experience like no other.
The adventure doesn't end with the challenge! Gather your loved ones and head to the FREE RuckFest. Indulge in delicious delights from food trucks, groove to the music, visit the petting zoo and let the kids challenge themselves on the child's obstacle course. Engage with sponsors and local nonprofits, amplifying the spirit of togetherness and support.
Save the date - Fearless Family Weekly Fun
550 Buck Mountain Rd Mondays Oct 21, 28, Nov 4 & 11. 5:30p-7:35p
This is a FREE 4 week family centered workshop designed to help families work together as a team and create memories together.
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: military families NEED this!"
- Spouse of US Army, Retired
By the Numbers
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 2023.
Participants surveyed were willing to invite friends
and family to join.
Enrichment programs are always free to
participants. Donations go directly to programs.
Months this year that various programs were offered.
Of families plan surveyed plan to participate in other
programs.
30+
95%
100%
100%
12
Families each year are supported and loved
family enrichment
family partnership
FIT-Mental Wellness
While the other workshops strengthen families, FIT programs are designed to address topics and issues that may be keeping adult military personnel, veterans, and first responders from truly thriving. Topics addressed may include living with trauma, employment enrichment, supporting each other, financial wellness and relational wholeness.
MY LIVING FREE STORY
“This program gives us the opportunity to learn as a family about how to communicate and plan better. It provides us with the challenge to observe and identify areas where we can improve our family together. ”
— US Army, Currently Deployed