Verified leadership credential
Supporting Veterans, Families, First Responders, and Communities
DonateWellness · Advocacy · Recovery
Supporting Veterans, Service Members, First Responders, and Families Through Wellness, Advocacy & Recovery
FAVS connects veterans, service members, first responders, and families with trusted mental health resources, peer support, advocacy, education, and recovery services. Our mission is to remove barriers to care and empower people as they move forward in confidence, purpose, and hope.
Transparent reporting
Leadership Impact & Community Reach
Impact Statement
The figures below represent the combined professional impact of FAVS leadership through direct service, training, education, advocacy, and community engagement. These historical accomplishments were achieved by FAVS leadership across previous professional roles and partnerships before and during the formation of FAVS. Beginning in 2025, FAVS independently tracks and reports all organizational services, programs, outreach, and community impact delivered under the FAVS name.
Leadership Experience (Historical Impact)
Verified leadership credential
Verified leadership credential
Verified leadership credential
Verified leadership credential
Verified leadership credential
FAVS Organizational Impact (Since 2025)
Individuals Served
Veterans & Military Families Assisted
Mental Health First Aid Participants Trained
Recovery Support Services
Advocacy Cases
Community Outreach Events
Volunteers Engaged
Community Partnerships
How we serve
Built for real people, real needs
Our programs +Care +Compassion +Connection = Our Community
Mental Health Peer Support
Compassionate, lived-experience support that helps people feel heard, understood, and connected.
Learn More →Mental Health First Aid
Evidence-informed training that builds confidence to recognize and respond to mental health challenges.
Learn More →Advocacy
Helping veterans, service members, first responders, and families navigate barriers and find their voice.
Learn More →Recovery Support
Hope-centered education, encouragement, and connections that support sustainable paths forward.
Learn More →Resource Navigation
Trusted connections where local, state, and national services are equipped to respond to every person’s unique needs.
Learn More →Veteran & Family Support
Encouraging resilience and recovery while connecting veterans, service members, and military families with trusted resources that help improve quality of life.
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Leadership with compassion
Susie Clarke
FounderSusie Clarke leads FAVS with a vision rooted in compassion, purpose, and service. She is dedicated to expanding awareness, access, and advocacy so veterans, service members, first responders, families, and communities can find hope, healing, and lasting resilience.
“Compassion is where healing begins. My mission is to lead with heart, serve with purpose, and ensure every veteran, every family, and every community feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.”in Connect with Susie on LinkedIn
Why FAVS…
✓Authentic lived experience
✓Compassionate support
✓Evidence-informed education
✓Community-centered action
✓Responsible partnerships
Voices of hope
What People Are Saying
“FAVS gave me hope when I needed it most. They truly care.— Veteran
“The Mental Health First Aid training changed how I support my family.— Family & Community Member
“FAVS approaches community service with compassion, professionalism, and purpose.— Community Partner
A Message From Leadership
Welcome to FAVS
Feeding American Valors & Servicemembers (FAVS) is a veteran-led nonprofit dedicated to advancing Wellness, Advocacy, and Recovery (W.A.R.) through education, peer support, leadership development, strategic partnerships, and evidence-informed programs. Our leadership team is committed to responsible stewardship, measurable impact, and serving veterans, service members, military families, and others in need with integrity and purpose.
Veteran-Led Leadership
Evidence-Informed Programs
Certified Mental Health Training
Strategic Partnerships
Accountability & Responsible Stewardship
Connections Yield Collaboration
Veteran Service OrganizationsHealthcare ProvidersCommunity NonprofitsSchools & Faith CommunitiesCorporate Partners
Upcoming Event
Don’t Miss Our Next Major Event
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Evidence-BasedTraining
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Expert-LedSessions
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Mental HealthFocused
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Veteran & MilitaryFamily Focus
2025 WAR Conference Highlights
Experience the impact of the WAR Conference through this short highlight video featuring veterans, military families, mental health education, leadership, wellness, advocacy, and recovery.
Serve with purpose
Volunteer With FAVS
Opening doors to create pathways that offers help, healing, and hope
Become a VolunteerYour generosity in action
Help | Hope | Honor
Donations help FAVS expand mental health education, peer support, resource navigation, outreach, and recovery-focused programs for those who serve and the families who stand beside them.
Donate Securely Through ZeffyOne-Time Donation
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Monthly Giving
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Corporate Sponsorship
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Memorial Gifts
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Find trusted support
Resource Library
Crisis Support
View the Full Resource Center988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988. Veterans can press 1.
Open resource →Veteran ResourcesVeterans Crisis Line
Call 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
Open resource →SupportRequest FAVS Assistance
Connect with FAVS for guidance and resource navigation.
Open resource →EducationMental Health Training
Learn about Mental Health First Aid and QPR training.
Open resource →Together, We Serve. Together, We Make a Difference.
Whether you need help, want to volunteer, partner, or give, FAVS is here.