In response to the crisis in Gaza, Veterans Rebuilding Life and Haya Washington joined forces to provide hundreds of orphaned children with food and water.
In response to the crisis in Gaza, Veterans Rebuilding Life and Haya Washington joined forces to provide hundreds of orphaned children with food and water.

SAVE A CHILD'S LIFE

2026 CRISIS RESPONSE
Join this urgent relief effort to bring food, drinking water, and life-saving medical care to thousands of orphaned children living in Gaza’s displacement camps. Stand with humanity and help save a child’s life:
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WHO WE ARE

Veterans Rebuilding Life (VRL) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to assisting victims of global conflict and humanitarian crises. Established in 2011 by American veterans of the Global War on Terror, VRL is an award winning charity that delivers direct aid and essential services to vulnerable communities worldwide.

OUR MISSION

WHAT WE DO

Explore the options below to learn more about our veteran services and humanitarian  programs:

Veteran Services

Job Placement

FT/PT Job placement for veterans seeking better employment.

Full-time positions at competitive starting salaries are available to veterans across a wide range of professions. Contact us to meet with a Veteran Employment Officer.

Vocational Training

All vocational training programs are accredited and certified with the state of NY.

Accredited training programs are available for veterans pursuing a professional career in the licensed trades. Contact us to speak with a training coordinator.

CIH PTSD Treatment

Veterans Rebuilding Life provides direct medical aid and services to victims of conflict and crisis.

Complementary Integrative Health (CIH) treatments approved by the National Center for PTSD, are available to combat veterans who suffer from chronic PTSD symptoms. Contact us to speak with a clinician today.

Project 360º

Project 360º is an evidence-based reintegration program developed for veterans, by veterans.

Project 360º is an evidence based reintegration program designed to address the diverse needs of today’s veterans.

Crisis Response

Direct Medical Aid

Emergency medical care provided to innocent children that have been severely injured in the crossfire of war. Learn more.

Direct Food Aid

Veterans Rebuilding Life provides direct food-aid in response to humanitarian crises, both locally and globally.

Emergency food distribution provided in response to humanitarian crises in the United States and abroad. Learn more.

BLS Training

American Red Cross official training provider: Veterans Rebuilding Life.

American Red Cross: Basic Life Savers (BLS) training on emergency First-Aid, CPR, and AED procedures. Trainings are provided at no cost to members of the veteran community.

Mission Impact

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View the measurable impact of our humanitarian programs in the mission archives.

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HOW WE DO IT

Veterans Rebuilding Life programs are carried out by a dedicated team of volunteers who generously give their time to support the mission. As part of our intake process, volunteers submit their resumes so we can match their professional skills and experience with programs that best fit their strengths.

TESTIMONIALS
Yoga4Vets.NYC
Yoga for veterans program, sponsored by Veterans Rebuilding Life 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 3801 23rd Avenue, Astoria, NY 11105

YOGA 4 VETS

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Join us this Sunday at: YUG Wellness located in Astoria Queens, NY for another free session of Yoga! Sponsored by Veterans Rebuilding Life, this three-month holistic program is offered at no cost to veterans or their families.

No experience needed! Each yoga class is led by an experienced instructor, and takes place in a professional studio setting. Signup today to reserve your spot:

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Veterans Rebuilding Life member: Marikay Satryano, with the NYPD division for the LGBTQIA community.
Veterans Rebuilding Life member: Marikay Satryano, with the NYPD division for the LGBTQIA community.

2026 PARTNERSHIPS

Veterans Rebuilding Life programs are made possible through strong community partnerships. Local business leaders play a vital role by contributing the supplies, services, and expertise needed to bring each program to life. These community-based collaborations ensure that veterans receive real support to rebuild their lives. Learn more about the local partnerships, and small businesses that make this work possible:

2026 PARTNERSHIPS
Veterans Rebuilding Life members and supporters come from all branches of military service.
Veterans Rebuilding Life child medical missions.
Veterans Rebuilding Life missions are accomplished through joint humanitarian collaborations with fellow nonoprofit organizations.

OUR SUPPORTERS

Veterans Rebuilding Life does not accept financial support or sponsorship from special interest groups. This independence allows us to remain focused on the mission and those we serve, without compromise. Our work is sustained by the unwavering dedication of our volunteers, and the growing support of our local community.

OUR DONORS
Team photo of Veterans Rebuilding Life members.
Veterans Rebuilding Life, team photo at Ground Zero in New York City.

RECORD OF INTEGRITY

100% of all donations made to Veterans Rebuilding Life directly support the humanitarian mission. No profits are generated, and all contributions are tax exempt under United States law. Financial compliance reports are available on Candid.

2026 TOP-RATED CHARITY