Operation Valor is committed to empowering veterans through holistic and innovative approaches to treat PTSD and other combat-related conditions. We provide transformative therapy through art, music, and groundbreaking light therapy, while also creating pathways for veterans to rebuild their lives through education, skills training, and housing initiatives.
no veteran left behind
The PTSD Crisis Among Veterans
- The psychological toll is compounded by high rates of substance abuse, homelessness, and suicide. Veterans with PTSD are more likely to experience chronic unemployment and difficulty reintegrating into civilian life.
- Mental health services for veterans are often overwhelmed or inaccessible, leaving many veterans without the treatment they need to recover. Traditional approaches like medication often address symptoms without healing the root causes.
Veterans face an overwhelming crisis with PTSD and other combat-related injuries. Approximately 20% of veterans who served in Iraq or Afghanistan suffer from PTSD. That’s over 500,000 individuals who need support.
our solution
Holistic Treatment for PTSD
Art Therapy: Veterans can find significant healing through our art therapy program, where they can express their trauma visually. This creative intake process allows for a safe exploration of emotions, which is often more accessible for those who struggle to articulate their feelings through words. We also produce portraits of Veterans as shown who’ve died in active duty to gift to their family members
Light Therapy: Licensed from Pelon, this revolutionary treatment is a non-invasive light-based therapy that can treat PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. The therapy stimulates the brain’s natural healing processes without the side effects of pharmaceuticals. It has already been shown to treat over 100 different conditions, and we are the only organization licensed to offer it specifically to veterans. Licensed from Pelon, this revolutionary treatment is a non-invasive light-based therapy that can treat PTSD and traumatic brain injuries. The therapy stimulates the brain’s natural healing processes without the side effects of pharmaceuticals.
Music Therapy: Veterans connect to music that speaks to their experiences. We produce music in genres that resonate with veterans, such as country, blues, and rock, creating playlists that soothe anxiety and promote emotional catharsis. Ask us to hear a sample!
art therapy
Presentations are communication tools that can be used as demonstrations, lectures, speeches, reports, and more.
Innovative Healing Through Art and Music
Art Therapy Impact: We have witnessed veterans achieve breakthroughs in their mental health through visual expression. Veterans often struggle to process trauma in traditional therapy settings but find relief in translating their emotions into art. We provide individual and group art therapy sessions where veterans can explore these issues in a supportive environment. This piece was made in house by Operation Valor to help Veterans process their feelings.
Future Projects and Programs
Pitch deck
Skill Training Programs: Inspired by military structures, our rank-based system encourages veterans to learn new skills in farming, construction, and other trades. Veterans can graduate to leadership roles within these programs, helping them regain purpose and structure in their lives.
Retreats for Veterans: Our retreats combine therapy with vocational training, allowing veterans to escape stressful environments and begin healing in a supportive, focused setting. Each retreat offers comprehensive therapeutic support while teaching critical life skills. After graduation we’d like to send veterans on overseas humanitarian missions
Expanding to Retreats, Skills Training, and Housing
Housing Projects: We are building farm-based communities where veterans can live, work, and heal. These communities will also serve to rehabilitate homes in urban areas and Christian missionary posts overseas, providing veterans with hands-on experience while contributing to their community on a global level
Financials and Fundraising Goals
$17 Million Fundraising Goal
- $5 million for constructing 3 active farms.
- $4 million for purchasing a rehabilitation center in Northern California.
- $3 million for farm-based veteran housing.
- $2 million for light therapy PTSD expansion.
- $3 million for operational costs, equipment, and project administration.
- $120,000 for fifty art pieces and twenty songs in a PTSD treatment visual/audio program
Reach Goals:
- Perris, California Housing Division: A 350-unit Veteran housing development.
- Buying a 45 bed Veteran drug, alcohol and long term rehabilitation center in Northern California
- Develop a farming community in Indiana where 20 veterans can learn market garden farming
Tax Donation & Investment Options:
- Nonprofit Donations: We accept tax-deductible donations.
- Investment Opportunities: There are select opportunities to invest in the housing and community projects directly.
- Combined Investment/Donation: Contact us to learn more