2026 PARTNERSHIPS
Veterans Rebuilding Life programs are strengthened by community-based partnerships with local business leaders, whose professional services are aligned with the needs of each program:
Veterans Rebuilding Life is the proud sponsor of the 2026 Youth Athletic Scholarship Awards, in-partnership with: Riptide Athletics. This scholarship recognizes deserving children from military families who’ve shown exceptional character and achievements, as acknowledged by their own community.
Veterans Rebuilding Life is proudly supported by the New York State Joseph P. Dwyer, Veterans Peer Support Project, a nonprofit initiative that unites veteran peer programs, military families, and community leaders to strengthen support for the veteran community. Learn more
The Collision Training Institute (CTI) is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business based in Queens, New York. The accredited institute provides essential training and employment services for professional careers within the automotive industry. Since 2019, CTI has served as the official sponsor of VRL’s training and workforce development programs for veterans.
The Dept. of Veterans’ Services helps veterans to secure employment, education, and healthcare benefits nationwide. Since 2024, the New York State Dept. of Veterans Services has trained VRL staff to become certified Veterans Service Officers, strengthening our capacity to support veterans and their families.
Tech 2 Success is an enterprise level IT service provider operating across the U.S. and Canada. With a team of experienced IT professionals and digital marketing experts, Since 2023, Tech 2 Success has proudly served as the official website sponsor for Veterans Rebuilding Life.
The Cigna Group Foundation supports registered nonprofit organizations by expanding access to humanitarian programs for people in need and strengthening their impact through donation-matching initiatives. Veterans Rebuilding Life programs are proudly supported through funding provided by the Cigna Group Foundation.
Open Door Exchange (ODE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps low-income families transition out of homelessness and into stable housing. By donating furniture and essential household items, ODE reduces the financial burden of starting over. Since 2020, Veterans Rebuilding Life has partnered with ODE supporting projects that help homeless veterans and military families.
Without Borders (WB) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in San Diego, California that delivers medical care, health relief, and educational opportunities to communities in crisis, in the U.S. and abroad. In 2021, WB partnered with Veterans Rebuilding Life to conduct humanitarian medical missions for children injured by war, accomplishing over 70 successful missions to-date.
Haya Washington (HW) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in Washington, D.C. In 2026, HW collaborated with Veterans Rebuilding Life to deliver food, clean drinking water, emergency medical care to hundreds of orphaned children living in displacement camps across southern Gaza.
The Iraqi Institute for Development (IID) is a nonprofit organization registered with the United Nations that delivers humanitarian aid to children living in war zones. In 2021, Veterans Rebuilding Life partnered with IID to provide emergency medical care to children injured in conflict in Iraq. Together, IID and VRL have carried out more than 50 successful medical missions for children.
Great Nonprofits is the nation’s leading platform for verified ratings and reviews of more than 1.2 million nonprofit organizations. Only individuals with direct experience working with the organizations listed on the site are eligible to submit feedback. Veterans Rebuilding Life is proud to have received the Top-Rated Nonprofit Award for 8 consecutive years.
Candid is nationally recognized verification authority for registered nonprofit organizations. By monitoring compliance and measuring impact, Candid identifies trustworthy nonprofits, and exposes unethical behavior. Veterans Rebuilding Life is proud to be recognized as a Platinum NGO, Candid’s highest rating for 11 consecutive years.
Charity Navigator is an assessment evaluator for registered nonprofit organizations operating across the nation. Charity Navigator provides donors with verified data on over 150,000 active nonprofits, making it the largest charity evaluator in the U.S.
Pledgeling connects donors to registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations operating globally. Their online technology platform powers secure donor transactions using digitally encrypted software, capable of accepting credit and debit cards, wire transfers, and cryptocurrency. Since 2023, Veterans Rebuilding Life has been a proud partner of Pledge.
Benevity ensures nonprofit organizations are registered with the IRS and remain in good standing. Benevity verifies NGO compliance with non-discrimination laws, anti-bribery, and secular fund usage. Veterans Rebuilding Life is proud to be on Benevity’s best charities list.
The Sweetwater Clifton City Spirit Award was presented to Veterans Rebuilding Life on behalf of the NY Knicks and HUB International. Named after basketball Hall-of-Fame legend Nat Sweetwater Clifton, the award honors those making a significant impact on their community and includes a $10,000 donation toward VRL’s humanitarian mission.
Blackbaud is an IRS authorized institution that provides donor-advised philanthropy through their Giving Fund. Blackbaud’s mission is to increase giving through partnerships with humanitarian enterprises, that connect donors to verified charities around the world. Veterans Rebuilding Life is proud to be listed among Blackbaud’s most trusted charities.
Uncommon Giving is an online community network that provides new ways for donors to find nonprofits focused on missions that matter. Uncommon Giving supports registered nonprofits expand their humanitarian reach, and helps donors to make a real difference.
Millie is a Public Benefit Corporation that connects verified nonprofit organizations to companies that are seeking worthy causes to support. Veterans Rebuilding Life is a proud Mille partner since 2022. Learn more about their corporate giving program.
The Community Impact Award recognizes those who have had an extraordinary impact on their local community. Honorees are nominated by the public and must meet the committee’s requirement of going above and beyond to make a difference in their community. VRL was honored to receive the Times Ledger Community Impact award at their annual gala held in Douglaston Manor, NY.