Covenant of Courage and JLBC Cadet Corps: Building Resilient Leaders and Stronger Communities

In a time when resilience, leadership, and community service are more vital than ever, Covenant of Courage and the JLBC Cadet Corps are stepping forward to bridge the gap between purpose and action. Founded by U.S. Marine Corps veteran Kirk Carlson, these initiatives empower veterans, youth, and first responders to discover their strength, reclaim their purpose, and become leaders in their communities.

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Covenant of Courage: From Crisis to Purpose

Covenant of Courage is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans, youth, and individuals in crisis move from survival to empowerment. Built on a foundation of service, discipline, and compassion, the organization provides:

• Mental health and empowerment workshops – helping veterans cope with PTSD, depression, and the challenges of transition.

• Tactical fitness and wellness programs – promoting physical resilience, accountability, and confidence.

• Advocacy and reform campaigns – including the #ReasonableRanks campaign, which fights for fair discharge policies and reassignment opportunities for injured service members.

• Community partnerships – working with organizations like the Janet Goeske Foundation to bring support programs, fitness training, and mental health services to veterans and seniors.

Through fundraising, outreach events, and storytelling campaigns, Covenant of Courage amplifies the voices of veterans and ensures their struggles and sacrifices lead to meaningful policy change and community impact.

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JLBC Cadet Corps: Training the Next Generation of Leaders

The Junior Leadership Bootcamp Cadet Corps (JLBC Cadet Corps) is a youth leadership and development program for ages 12–18. Inspired by military discipline, civic responsibility, and teamwork, the program equips cadets with the skills needed to thrive in both civilian and public service careers.

Core Training Areas:

• Physical Fitness & Endurance – modeled after Marine Corps fitness tests and tactical training.

• Emergency Preparedness – cadets complete FEMA courses, CERT training, and hands-on disaster readiness drills.

• Leadership & Teamwork – from ropes courses to field challenges, cadets learn discipline, accountability, and trust.

• Career Readiness – preparing young leaders for futures in the military, firefighting, law enforcement, and emergency response.

More than just a program, JLBC fosters brotherhood, courage, and service, creating a pathway for young people to rise above challenges and serve with honor.

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Shared Mission: Service, Discipline, and Purpose

While Covenant of Courage focuses on helping veterans and individuals in crisis rebuild their lives, the JLBC Cadet Corps shapes the next generation of leaders who will serve their communities with strength and integrity. Together, they represent a circle of mentorship—veterans giving back to youth, and youth learning from the discipline and resilience of veterans.

Both organizations share the same mission: to equip people to endure the storm, rise with purpose, and lead with courage.

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Get Involved

🌐 Learn more: www.covenantofcourage.com

🌐 JLBC Cadet Corps: www.JLBCcadetcorps.com

📬 Contact: support@reasonableranks.org

🖊 Sign the petition: https://chng.it/5yXYvkBtMR