Debbie Lee and America’s Mighty Warriors Need Support Now

Debbie Lee’s journey began 19 years ago when she lost her son, Marc, the first Navy SEAL killed in Iraq. His final letter inspired her to make a difference, leading to the creation of America’s Mighty Warriors. Since then, Debbie has worked to provide support and cutting-edge therapies to veterans and their families. Many of these therapies are not covered by insurance, but thanks to generous grants like the $50,000 from The Rosendin Foundation this month, she can help veterans access these essential services. This grant will cover the costs of therapies for two veterans and their families for one year.

Why This Matters:

Highlighting this story ahead of Veterans’ Day emphasizes the critical work of nonprofits like America’s Mighty Warriors in honoring military service and providing essential support for those who have served. This time of year is especially important as Veterans Outreach Center found 43% of veterans experience a noticeable increase in mental health challenges during the holiday season. Additionally, recent cuts to federal funds are hitting veterans hard, affecting healthcare, SNAP, and Medicaid benefits, making grants and donations even more crucial.

• 1.2 million veterans received aid through the federally funded supplemental nutritional access program, or SNAP.
• Over the past decade, nearly 10 percent of veterans use Medicaid for at least some of their health care benefits, and 40 percent of those veterans rely exclusively on Medicaid for all their health care.
• Approximately 400,000 veterans are uninsured.

All of these factors contribute to the additional stresses put upon our Mighty Warriors.

Expert Insight & Story Ideas:

• Interviews are available with founder Debbie Lee and a representative from The Rosendin Foundation, whose grant helps make treatments accessible to veterans.
• Discover the therapies that are not covered by VA benefits, but have proven to help alleviate PTSD, including brain imaging, 40–60 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) sessions, medical evaluations, blood work, and a full year of hormone and vitamin supplementation tailored to each veteran’s needs.
• America’s Mighty Warriors’ goal is to restore hope, improve mental and physical health, and strengthen family support systems. This program includes EmRes (Emotional Resolution) therapy and family retreats that offer vital support and connection for immediate family members.
• Learn about how nonprofits like America’s Mighty Warriors rely on grants and corporate donations that have an immediate impact on veterans in need, and how they’re getting help from nonprofits like The Rosendin Foundation.