In 2021, I made the hardest decision of my life—leaving a toxic relationship after 20 years. I was completely alone... Through [WVIF’s] Operation Safety Net program, I received emergency financial assistance that covered my first month’s rent and security deposit, along with an Amazon gift card to help me buy household essentials. That support wasn’t just financial; it was emotional, spiritual, and lifesaving.

WVIF gave me a space where I felt valued, supported, and empowered. Through their programs and powerful sisterhood, I learned to embrace my identity, own my story, and find strength in every experience—good and bad. WVIF reconnected me to my voice, gave me tools for professional growth, emotional healing, and leadership, and introduced me to a community that truly understands.

There is a language and a need where this organization and CEO goes FULL throttle to get results. It has bridged the gap for so many regardless of the circumstance, i.e., medical needs, food insecurity, domestic violence and so much more.

I found a family, a Sisterhood, a community I had been missing... I loved how the organization took care of women Veterans post military; through the many programs such as Operation Safety Net, meeting them at their point of need. The Transition Assistance Space; connecting them with resources required to acclimate smoothly back into civilian life.