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Strong Roots Network: The Military and Veteran Mother Network

"Grounded in Service. Growing Together"

Core Programs & Initiatives

Empowering military and veteran mothers through support.

Roots of Sisterhood

Local and virtual support groups designed to connect military and veteran mothers across bases and communities.
Activities include:

  • Monthly sisterhood circles (support discussions, goal setting, shared experiences)

  • Moms’ Night Out gatherings

  • Playdates and family meetups

  • “Welcome Home” and deployment support circles

Roots of Service

Community service initiatives rooted in the spirit of giving back.
Programs include:

  • Operation Full Plate: Feeding military families in need through community food drives and gardens.

  • Adopt-A-Military Family: Holiday and back-to-school support for families experiencing hardship.

  • Base Beautification Days: Partnering with installations for volunteer service projects.

  • Community Gardens for Healing: Establishing therapeutic gardens for families and children.

Leadership development for women transitioning from military to civilian life and for veteran mothers seeking professional growth.
Programs include:

  • Career transition coaching

  • Resume and LinkedIn workshops

  • Entrepreneurship and small business mentorship

  • Public speaking and leadership training

  • Annual “Strong Roots Leadership & Wellness Retreat”

Roots of Leadership
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selective focus photo of woman lifting child during daytime
Roots of Youth

A program for the children of members—fostering civic duty, leadership, and service among youth.
Programs include:

  • Junior Roots (K–8) and Teen Roots (9–12) leadership clubs

  • College readiness workshops and mentorship

  • Volunteer service projects and community engagement

  • Annual scholarship fund for graduating seniors

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a group of young people sitting next to each other
Roots of Wellness

Promoting holistic well-being for mothers and families.
Programs include:

  • Mental health and mindfulness workshops

  • Fitness and nutrition challenges

  • Gardening for health and therapy initiatives

  • Self-care and stress management series

Focused on improving the lives of military and veteran mothers through awareness, education, and advocacy.
Efforts include:

  • Supporting policy that enhances VA benefits for women veterans

  • Advocating for maternal health care access for military families

  • Hosting community roundtables and speaking events

Roots of Advocacy
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the word mental health spelled with scrabbles next to a green leaf
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