TMF Community Stories

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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TMF Community Stories

Travis Manion Foundation Adapts Character Does Matter Program to Include Visually-Impaired Mentors and Youth


Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) is expanding Character Does Matter powered by Under Armour to include visually-impaired Veteran Mentors and youth. In partnership with the Metrolina Association for the Blind, TMF has launched an 8-week character course for students in the Charlotte area, ensuring character and leadership development is accessible to all. With hands-on training and mentorship, veterans like Ben Lochary and Keith Robinson are inspiring the next generation, proving that leadership is about mindset, not physical ability.

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TMF Events

Annual Manion WOD (Workout of the Day) Returns to Honor 18th Anniversary of Marine Fallen Hero 1stLt Travis Manion in April


The Manion WOD is more than a workout—it’s a tribute to the courage and sacrifice of 1stLt Travis Manion, USMC, who gave his life on April 29, 2007. Taking place April 26-28, 2025, this annual CrossFit Hero WOD unites veterans, families of fallen heroes, and supporters worldwide. Participants complete a 400-meter run and 29 back squats for 7 rounds to honor the legacy of 1stLt Travis Manion. Register now to participate in person or virtually and receive the official 2025 Manion WOD t-shirt.

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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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Press Room

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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TMF Community Stories

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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TMF Community Stories

Travis Manion Foundation Adapts Character Does Matter Program to Include Visually-Impaired Mentors and Youth


Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) is expanding Character Does Matter powered by Under Armour to include visually-impaired Veteran Mentors and youth. In partnership with the Metrolina Association for the Blind, TMF has launched an 8-week character course for students in the Charlotte area, ensuring character and leadership development is accessible to all. With hands-on training and mentorship, veterans like Ben Lochary and Keith Robinson are inspiring the next generation, proving that leadership is about mindset, not physical ability.

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OpEd
Press Room 24-Apr-2020

The following OpEd was written by Ryan Manion for Thought Catalog, and released on April 24th, 2020.America is still weeks, if not months, away from coming out of the worst...

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Ryan Good Morning AZ2
Press Room 23-Mar-2020

Veteran Mentors have answered the call to serve, yet again, and have adapted the Character Does Matter mentorship program to be available to parents and children across the country for...

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Brew Preview
TMF Partners, Press Room 10-Mar-2020

The hero-inspired beer that should be on your radar (and in your hand) for 2020.

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UA Blog Category
Press Room, TMF Partners 04-Mar-2020

As we accelerate this journey in strengthening and furthering this commitment we have made to the veteran community, we revisit two stories of Character Does Matter mentors who have been impacted by this program.

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Gala Preview
TMF Events 20-Dec-2019

Military leaders, veterans, families of fallen heroes, inspired civilians, and corporate partners gathered on December 12th to celebrate all those who have served and who continue to serve a cause greater than themselves and, by doing so, inspire others through Travis Manion Foundation.

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Hunter at Army Navy2
TMF Community Stories 16-Dec-2019

The Army-Navy football game is so much more than a game. This year, I took my sons for the first time.

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EOY Blog Featured Cards
TMF Community Stories 04-Dec-2019

We believe it is our duty to preserve their legacies of character and service for this generation and the next.

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Survivor Expedition to Gold Star Peak in Alaska
Press Room 03-Dec-2019

Travis Manion Foundation (TMF), one of the nation’s largest veteran nonprofit organizations received a commitment from a private donor to match donations starting on Giving Tuesday through December 31st, dollar...

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TMF Community Stories 27-Nov-2019

In all of 2019, nearly 8,000 Spartans of all ages organized, led, and participated in more than 200 community service projects as part of Operation Legacy. 

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