Check out these organizations that support military, veterans and families with fitness and recreation opportunities!
AAMO (Adaptive Adventure Military Operations) provides injured veterans and active duty military the opportunity to return to the level of fitness and activity that they had prior to being wounded.
Engage: Adaptive Adventures collaborates with over 24 VA medical centers, military hospitals, WTUs, WTBs and other veteran service organizations to impact veterans and their families throughout the country.
We provide free art and comedy classes to veterans, service members, military spouses, family members, caregivers, and survivors. Taught by veterans, made for veterans
Explore your creative side and build artistic skills in a supportive, military-connected community.
Art Spark Texas champions accessibility in the arts through multidisciplinary programming, advocacy, and collaboration. We spark meaningful change in the cultural landscape by supporting the creative growth of people with disabilities, empowering them to explore, create, and lead with confidence and strength.
Art Spark Texas provides opportunities for artists with disabilities to join an inclusive community. We offer programs in all artistic disciplines – music, visual art, performance, dance, and writing. We support artists at any stage of development: beginners and amateurs using art as a hobby, emerging artists, and accomplished artists preparing to start their own businesses.
Through informal gatherings of artists, exhibitions, performance opportunities, classes, and skill-building workshops, there is something for everyone. Sign up for our Artist email list to stay informed about upcoming events. Our staff is a great resource to the larger Texas artist community.
The Combat Marine Outdoors story began in 2005 after visiting combat wounded Marines and Sailors from the 1st Marine Division at Brooke Army Medical Center for several months. The Marines, Sailors and service members there needed an opportunity to get away from the hospital, in an environment of friendship, camaraderie, and fellowship with fellow Marines to accelerate their recovery from the traumatic injuries they sustained in combat.
In every case, the service members who participated in the outings felt an enormous sense of accomplishment and a new sense of hope and belonging once the trip was completed. In 2009, we received our501(c)(3)nonprofit status and officially became Combat Marine Outdoors.The camaraderie, friendship and fellowship associated with each outing have had an incredible healing property, and many times, were a turning point in the emotional recovery of these service members. We continue to provide life-changing outdoor adventures to these brave heroes and we have approximately100 ranches who actively participate in the program. To date, we have taken over 10,000 combat Veterans on the adventure of a lifetime
Arts and crafts are a time-tested healing tool for PTSD, depression, anxiety and other conditions. They can even help relieve pain and improve mobility and fine motor skills. We offer a variety of therapeutic craft kits free of charge to our veterans, both in-home and at community craft centers. The kits use recycled and sustainable materials, promote healing and show our veterans that we remember and care about them.
Humor for Heroes hosts comedy shows for the purpose of honoring current and former military members and their guests with a stress free night of comedy while showing our appreciation for the sacrifices they and their families have made for our great nation. Humor for Heroes comedy shows also provide networking opportunities and resource information. Profits made from ticket sales, merchandise sales and corporate sponsorships are then donated to military charities to further serve and honor military members.
The mission of Intrepid Care is to provide assistance, relief and support to veterans, service members, first responders, their families and the community.
Imagine a world where every veteran finds solace in nature’s embrace, experiences camaraderie through sports, and feels the sense of teamwork and accomplishment that they experience during service.
We envision a tapestry of shared stories, laughter around campfires, and bonds forged.
Current US military and dependents, Gold Star Families, and US military veterans are eligible to receive free annual or lifetime passes which cover entrance or standard amenity (day-use) fees at national parks, national wildlife refuges, national forests, and other federal recreational lands. These free passes are a way to thank US military members for their support of our country and to encourage them to explore recreational opportunities on their public lands and waters.
Our mission is to facilitate peer-to-peer engagement and team-building individuals in fostering personal well-being and cultivating inner strength through equine activities. Our organization is dedicated to fostering meaningful peer-to-peer engagement and facilitating team-building experiences among individuals. Through our carefully crafted equine activities, we aim to create opportunities for personal growth and well-being. By connecting with these majestic animals, participants can discover new strengths within themselves and cultivate inner resilience. Our mission extends beyond simple interaction; we strive to create a supportive environment where individuals can explore their potential and develop lasting connections with both their peers and the horses. Through these transformative experiences, we believe that each participant can emerge with a greater sense of self-awareness and a deeper appreciation for the power of equine-assisted activities in promoting holistic wellness.
Stack Up supports US and Allied veterans by promoting positive mental health and combating veteran suicide through gaming and geek culture with our four pillar programs:
Supply Crates
Air Assaults
The Stacks
Overwatch Program (StOP)
Helping Veterans and their families not self-isolate through consistent physical activities and community events. 501(c)(3) founded in Boerne, Tx in Feb 2023.
SUP 4Team is a non-profit 501c3 providing (S)tand (U)p (P)addleboarding 4
(T)eachers, (E)mergency Responders (A)nd (M)ilitary/Veterans and families
We help Veterans lead healthier lives through fitness events, training, and programs.
You may qualify for a free Texas Parklands Passport. Parkland Passports reduce or waive entry fees for the pass holder. These passes are issued to people who can provide proof of meeting certain qualifications. These groups include seniors, disabled persons, veterans and gold star family members.
Vet Tix * provides tickets to events which reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. We support our troops by honoring their service and providing positive family and life experiences, during and after their years of service to our country.