2024 Progress Report
Two years in, Face the Fight has made extraordinary progress. This movement is changing the narrative around veteran mental health.
Facing the challenges together
Through a multipronged approach including charitable giving, public education, and contributions from a coalition of like-minded organizations, Face the Fight is making a marked difference.
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The Power of Storytelling
America’s Warrior Partnership Implements Holistic Screening in Rural and Tribal Communities
Face the Fight funding enables America’s Warrior Partnership’s implementation of holistic screening, including suicide risk assessments utilizing the C-SSRS, in rural and tribal communities.
Face the Fight-Funded Training From Overwatch Project / FORGE Saves Lives
With support from Face the Fight, Overwatch Project / FORGE provides suicide prevention training that prepares participants to intervene with confidence.
The Power of Coming Together: A Milestone Gathering
Over 200 representatives from corporate, nonprofit and community partners convened at USAA’s headquarters in San Antonio, Texas, for Face the Fight’s first in-person coalition meeting.
Vets4Warriors Strengthens Risk Assessment and Safety Planning
Face the Fight’s collaboration with Vets4Warriors has enhanced the use of screening tools, leading to better risk assessments and the creation of safety plans.
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Expanding Reach During VA's Buddy Check Week
With support from Starbucks, Face the Fight activated a national effort to expand veteran peer-to-peer connection during the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Buddy Check Week.
Encouragement Booth: Amplifying Messages of Support
With support from Walmart, Face the Fight launched the Encouragement Booth—an interactive experience where individuals could record uplifting personalized messages for veterans.
World Suicide Prevention Day: Face the Fight Takes the Stage
Presenting partner Humana hosted Face the Fight Night at the Grand Ole Opry—a powerful event that brought veteran suicide prevention to center stage on one of country music’s most iconic backdrops.
This movement is bigger than any one organization. And we're just getting started.
As Face the Fight grows, so does our commitment to scale evidence-informed solutions, deepen collaboration, and support veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors. This is just the beginning of a long-term movement to drastically reduce veteran suicide—one that draws strength from real stories, fosters connection, and brings hope to those who need it most.