Robert Irvine Foundation "RIF"

July 01, 2022

Robert Irvine Foundation "RIF"

Mission - “The Robert Irvine Foundation’s primary focus is giving back and supporting our service members, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need through resiliency, health, and wellness programs, in addition to the financial support of top-rated military and first responder organizations.”

Since launch, the Robert Irvine Foundation has served hearty meals to thousands of service members and veterans, supported the training of PTS service dogs for severely injured heroes and first responders, provided life-changing mobility devices for wounded, aging, ill, and injured veterans & first responders, provided Gold Star Families with relief grants to assist them through trying times, distributed scholarships for military children, and improved the quality of life for veterans by renovating kitchens and dining facilities.

"Thank a veteran today. You'll never know the battles they've endured and the burdens they carry in service of this nation." - Robert Irvine

These words couldn't ring more true with Terra Arma as we continually strive to impact the lives of our nation's defenders. The insightful approach to every program the Robert Irvine Foundation fulfills brings people together in an environment that they can truly understand each other. Consequently allowing for healing, connection, and community.

You can find out more about Robert Irvine Foundation at robertirvinefoundation.org or their social accounts @robertirvinefoundation.


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