Vets4Warriors® Program - Veterans Rutgers University Foundation

Vets4Warriors® Benevity Causes Portal Description

Vets4Warriors® is a 501(c)(3) (through the Rutgers University Foundation) public-private organization and the nation's leading 24/7 military peer support program, staffed by veterans who truly understand the challenges of military life.

We provide immediate, confidential, and ongoing peer-to-peer support to every member of the U.S. military community—active-duty service members, veterans of any era, National Guard/Reserve personnel, and families—so no one faces struggles alone.

Our Mission

To deliver transformative, veteran-led connection that helps individuals navigate challenges including mental health concerns, transition difficulties, relationship issues, financial stress, PTSD, isolation, and more—before they become crises. Peers listen without judgment, offer practical guidance, connect to resources, and provide follow-up support until challenges are resolved.

Milestone Achievement

Vets4Warriors surpassed 1,000,000 connections in the Fall of 2025—a powerful testament to growing trust in peer support, reduced mental health stigma in the military community, and our proven role in enriching and saving lives and preventing crises.

History

Founded in December 2011 by Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care, to support increasing suicides in the Army, we’ve grown into a trusted national lifeline through strategic collaborations and partnerships, including with the Wounded Warrior Project, USAA’s Face the Fight Coalition, Comcast/NBC Universal, Boeing Corporation, Bob Woodruff Foundation, and other partners focused on suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and providing the military community with the resources they need to thrive.

Services

● 24/7/365 access via phone (855-838-8255) or chat at vets4warriors.com
● Connection to a trained veteran peer live in 30 seconds or less
● Empathetic listening, advice, resource referrals, and ongoing follow-up
● Crisis referrals to the Veterans Crisis Line when needed

Who We Serve

All who have served or supported: active duty, veterans, National Guard/Reserve, and families—no issue too small or too big. We believe there is no physical, mental, or social challenge that we can’t help find a solution for.

Impact

Our veteran-led peer support model reduces isolation and promotes well-being. We’ve created a growing network of ambassadors, sponsors, and partners amplifying our reach.

How to Get Involved

Partner with us to support military heroes:

● Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): We provide toolkits, awareness resources, and direct peer support access for your veteran employees.
● Workplace giving/fundraising: Enable employee donations (tax-deductible) and matching gifts to sustain 24/7 operations.
● Corporate sponsorships, grants, or joint initiatives focused on veteran mental health, reducing the stigma, family support, and/or veteran well-being.

Every dollar supports our mission. Donate securely at vets4warriors.com/donate or contact us for customized partnership discussions. 100% of all donations go to Vets4Warriors.

Contact

● Immediate peer support: 855-838-8255 (24/7) or vets4warriors.com
● Partnerships/inquiries: Via website contact form.
● Follow us @vets4warriors on social media for stories, resources, and updates

We're committed to evolving with the needs of our community, ensuring that peer support remains accessible, stigma-free, and effective. Our partnerships form a united front against isolation, proving that together, we can turn challenges into triumphs.

Join us in honoring those who serve by supporting Vets4Warriors® today. Your involvement can make a lasting difference.