​A Community for Learning, Connection, and Empowerment​

To build a vibrant Quality of Life for veterans, military families, and the communities that support them.

Discover Our Journey
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​A Community for Learning, Connection, and Empowerment​

To build a vibrant Quality of Life for veterans, military families, and the communities that support them.

Discover Our Journey

Welcome to the Valor Institute

A Community for Learning, Connection, and Empowerment

V = Veterans A = Active Duty Military Lo = Loved ones - extended family, friends who are like family R = Reserve component & Retirees

Our Vision

A thriving, integrated, whole-person ecosystem that supports quality of life for the entire military-connected community through connection, education, innovation, and healing.

Individual health and well-being. Social well-being Organizational health Eco-Environmental well-being
Lifestyle Well-Being Community Resilience Organizational Health Healing Spaces
VALoR Legacy Library All Star Military Family Resource Library VALoR Collaborative for Arts, Crafts, Trades & Technology FEBA Stitchery VALoR Social Enterprise Catalyst Vibrance: Year of Flourishing
Valor Artisan Studios Healing Spaces Retreats LifeForce Alliance VALCOM Publishing & Communications

Our Mission

To build a vibrant Quality of Life for veterans, military families, and the communities that support them.

LEARN KNOW CONNECT & CREATE SHARE

Our Objectives

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Our Process

We follow five key steps: Know, Learn, Connect, Share, and Do.

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Know

We research and compile the best available information on quality of life for veterans and military families.

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Learn

We develop learning opportunities to ensure knowledge is accessible and actionable.

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Connect

We link individuals and organizations to foster a stronger, more supportive community

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Share

We spread knowledge through media, events, outreach, and advocacy.

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Do

We bridge gaps by developing and implementing programs where needed.

Our Centers

Our Centers drive the scholarly mission of our learning community, forming our foundation.

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Our Programs

Our programs apply insights from our Centers to advance well-being.

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