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Holistic Support Model

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By integrating multidimensional services—such as medical, emotional, financial, housing, and social support—we produce sustainable reintegration and well-being for veterans and soldiers, because addressing interconnected needs simultaneously fosters more effective and lasting recovery than isolated interventions. This strategy is defined by a comprehensive, coordinated approach to veteran and soldier support that treats the individual as a whole person rather than focusing on isolated issues. It distinguishes itself from narrower, siloed interventions (e.g., housing-only or employment-only programs) by intentionally weaving together services across domains—physical health, mental wellness, economic stability, and community belonging—under a unified theory that long-term success depends on parallel, mutually reinforcing supports. While some organizations emphasize specific entry points (e.g., housing or recreation), the shared belief across these examples is that durable outcomes requi

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orgs running it
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activities of those orgs
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who runs it

Organizations running this strategy · 44

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what it looks like in practice

Activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Annual Scuba Diving, Travel and Adventure Exposition BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Organizes and hosts an annual exposition focused on scuba diving, travel, and adventure, providing a platform for industry engagement and public education.
  • C.A.T. Certification Program for High-Pressure Cylinder Technicians BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Provides certification and hands-on training for the visual inspection, oxygen cleaning, maintenance, and safe handling of high-pressure cylinders and valves, recognized across multiple industries. Includes in-person training and an eLearning module for theoretical instruction.
  • Community Engagement and Hospital Support BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Provides time, resources, and aquarium maintenance support to Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, contributing to patient well-being through marine life exposure.
  • Diving and Hyperbaric Science Symposium BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Hosts the Diving and Hyperbaric Science Symposium, a continuing education event approved for 5 EMT CEUs by NJ OEMS, including meal provision for attendees.
  • Marine Careers Outreach Program BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Hosts an annual free day-long event for high school and college students featuring exhibitors, college programs, speakers, and hands-on demonstrations to educate youth about marine-related careers.
  • Ocean Pals Environmental Education Program BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Delivers environmental education to children through art-based learning, including lesson plans, interactive activities, and coloring materials. The program fosters marine awareness and includes an international poster contest for children.
  • Provision of Educational Resources to Schools BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Distributes free downloadable educational materials, including lesson plans and interactive content, to schools and students in locations such as New York, the Philippines, and Anguilla, supporting marine science education globally.
  • Public Safety Diving Symposium BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Conducts a 7-hour symposium for public safety diving practitioners that includes best practices training and networking opportunities, with meals provided to attendees.
  • Scuba Dive Prize Fulfillment BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Offers a grand prize package that includes a scuba diving experience, available only to certified divers, promoting diving participation and safety awareness.
  • Sea of Tomorrow Scholarship Program BENEATH THE SEA
    direct service
    Administers and awards marine-focused scholarships to support students pursuing ocean-related careers, delivered as part of broader youth education initiatives.
  • Financial and programmatic support for IDF soldiers, veterans, and families Friends of the Israel Defense Forces
    direct service
    Provided support to over 340,000 IDF soldiers, veterans, and their families in a single year through funding and services focused on health, well-being, and education. Transferred over $325 million to Israel between 2023 and 2025 to sustain these efforts, with an additional $250 million committed for emergency well-being support and a $76 million allocation for core programs in 2025.
  • Operation of mental health clinics for veterans Friends of the Israel Defense Forces
    direct service
    Opened a new mental health clinic in Modi’in dedicated to serving IDF veterans and their families, expanding access to psychological care.
  • Reconstruction of IDF facilities Friends of the Israel Defense Forces
    direct service
    Completed a NIS 23 million reconstruction project to reopen the sports center and gym at the IDF’s Re’im Base, enhancing recreational and physical training infrastructure for soldiers.
  • Therapy dog program for soldier mental health Friends of the Israel Defense Forces
    direct service
    Provides therapy dogs to support the mental health and recovery of IDF soldiers, offering emotional and psychological assistance through animal-assisted therapy.
  • Provides financial assistance to severely wounded IDF veterans DROR FOR THE WOUNDED FOUNDATION INC
    direct service
    Offers individualized financial aid to severely wounded Israeli Defense Forces veterans for medical and psychological treatment, education and training, small construction projects, advocacy, and general financial needs, addressing gaps in government services.
  • Provides information and advocacy services to wounded soldiers and their families DROR FOR THE WOUNDED FOUNDATION INC
    direct service
    Offers comprehensive information portals and in-person support through Soldier Advocates in Israel, covering medical, legal, insurance, transportation, tax, family, education, and discount rights, including hospital admission procedures and legal recognition as a wounded soldier.
  • Raises funds for community and family support programs DROR FOR THE WOUNDED FOUNDATION INC
    direct service
    Conducts fundraising to provide soccer balls for children of wounded soldiers in Israel, supporting family well-being and community engagement.
  • Supports medical and rehabilitative care for wounded IDF soldiers DROR FOR THE WOUNDED FOUNDATION INC
    direct service
    Facilitates access to complex reconstructive surgeries in the United States and provides specialized rehabilitation support, including LEGO-based therapy to improve hand strength, coordination, visual-motor skills, and cognitive recovery for hospitalized soldiers.