TMF Community Stories

Watch the 2025 State of the Organization Webinar: TMF's Proactive Approach to Mental Health


Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) is transforming lives through leadership, service, and proactive mental health initiatives. TMF President Amy Looney Heffernan and COO Josh Jabin recently shared key highlights and future goals during TMF’s 2025 State of the Organization webinar, emphasizing the fight against veteran suicide by addressing isolation, loss of purpose, and community disconnection. 

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8th Annual "Talk Radio 1210 WPHT Radiothon" Raises More than $100,000 to Benefit Travis Manion Foundation


Audacy Philadelphia’s 8th annual “Talk Radio 1210 WPHT Radiothon” raised over $100,000 for Travis Manion Foundation (TMF), supporting veterans and families of the fallen. The live event featured station hosts and special guest Ryan Manion, with generous backing from community sponsors. Part of Audacy Serves, the radiothon highlights TMF and Audacy's commitment to creating positive community impact.

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Spartan Spotlight: TMF Veteran Mentor Shannon Kelly's Inspiring Journey of Service and Mentorship through Johnson & Johnson


As a leader of J&J’s Veteran Leadership Council and a dedicated Veteran Mentor with Travis Manion Foundation (TMF), Shannon Kelly empowers veterans and youth, spreading TMF’s mission through initiatives like Character Does Matter, The Honor Project, and Operation Legacy service projects. Learn how Shannon continues to lead, inspire, and make a difference.

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Invest in Veterans Week: How Travis Manion Foundation Empowers Veterans Through Opportunities for Renewed Purpose


Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) provides opportunities for veterans to find renewed purpose through mentorship and leadership programs. Initiatives like Character Does Matter and the Spartan Leadership Program help veterans leverage their skills to mentor youth, strengthen communities, and continue their legacy of service.

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TMF and Under Armour Are Redefining Character Education for Student Athletes in Baltimore


Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) and Under Armour (UA) are fostering leadership and character development among Baltimore's student athletes through Character Does Matter (CDM) curriculum for the Student Athlete Leadership Council (SALC).

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100th Episode of "The Resilient Life" featuring Matt Howard: You've Never Met Him, But You Won't Forget Him


Celebrating the 100th episode of The Resilient Life podcast, Marine Corps veteran and TMF Spartan Matt Howard shares his journey of service, resilience, and leadership in the face of stage IV cancer. 

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Over 200 Spartans Serve Nationwide in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service


Through Operation Legacy service events nationwide, over 200 volunteers, including veterans, families of the fallen, and community members, united to make a meaningful impact in their communities.

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SECNAV Del Toro Names Future Amphibious Transport Dock the Future USS Travis Manion (LPD 33)


Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced that a future San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock (LPD 33) will be named USS Travis Manion. Secretary Del Toro made the announcement on January 10, during a ceremony with the Travis Manion Foundation.

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TMF Community Stories 01-May-2019

Group of female mentors set out to develop character in young women.

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Press Room 01-May-2019

Travis Manion Foundation (TMF), one of the nation’s leading veteran nonprofit organizations, has been gifted a $250,000, 4-year endowment, which will be known as the “Sheriff Foundation Veteran Leadership Endowment”.

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Press Room 17-Apr-2019

For over a decade, Travis Manion Foundation has been providing best-in-class programs to families of the fallen and veterans, calling upon their strength of character and selfless service to lead our communities and inspire our youth. 

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TMF Events 29-Mar-2019

“I look forward to being alongside people who have experienced similar journeys. I think that there’s a huge amount of camaraderie there that helps propel us to do things that we didn’t think that we could do.”

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Press Room 25-Mar-2019

The Employer Support Freedom Award is the highest recognition given by the Department of Defense to employers for their exceptional support of National Guard and Reserve members.

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Press Room 22-Mar-2019

Travis Manion Foundation partners with CrossFit gyms nationwide to raise funds for veteran initiatives

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TMF Community Stories 17-Feb-2019

A sixth-grade girl growing up in Pennsylvania’s coal country and America’s cowboy boot-clad president: worlds apart, yet two sides of the same coin.

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TMF Community Stories 17-Dec-2018

When we invest in veterans, our youth, communities, and nation thrive.Samantha Schneider, a senior at Desert Ridge High School in Mesa, Arizona, knows first-hand that veterans are civic assets, and...

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TMF Community Stories 17-Dec-2018

“When you go through tragedy, you might not have the resilience to write a letter like [the one Tom Hixon wrote about his father]. For Tom and his family to go through the tragedy and still want to give back, still want to do something positive – it meant the world to me, and I could tell it meant the world to those kids.” – Jimmy White, Character Does Matter mentor

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TMF Events 17-Dec-2018

Our 7th Annual Gala, at the Philadelphia Union League, Brought Veterans, Families and Youth Together.

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