Empowering Veterans. Training the Next Generation. Strengthening Communities.

At Covenant of Courage, we believe that purpose doesn’t end with service—it evolves. Founded by U.S. Marine Corps veteran Kirk Carlson, our nonprofit is on a mission to uplift transitioning veterans, at-risk youth, and communities in need through leadership, preparedness, and public service.

Our flagship initiative, the JLBC Cadet Corps, is a groundbreaking program where veterans lead the next generation. Youth between the ages of 12 and 18 receive structured training in:

• Disaster preparedness (CERT-aligned)

• Leadership and civic responsibility

• Tactical fitness and team-building

• Public speaking and mission-based service

Veterans, many of whom are navigating their own transitions from military to civilian life, serve as instructors, mentors, and leaders—reclaiming their purpose while instilling confidence, discipline, and resilience in the youth they guide.

Scaling with Intention and Strategy

To expand the reach and impact of our programs, Covenant of Courage has launched a series of strategic funding outreach initiatives, targeting nationally respected grantmakers and veteran-focused foundations. This includes direct communication with the Bob Woodruff Foundation, a national leader in veteran support and community resilience.

We’ve personally contacted key program officers and submitted letters of interest requesting support for:

• Training 100+ veterans as certified instructors and mentors

• Enrolling 500+ youth cadets across multiple regional hubs

• Launching mobile operational cells ready for local emergency response

• Hosting statewide summits and community service deployments

This funding would support uniforms, gear, instructor stipends, digital infrastructure, and regional scaling—ensuring we can serve more youth and activate more veterans across California and beyond.

Our Structure: Built for Mission Impact

We’ve designed a scalable, multi-tiered structure grounded in discipline, ethics, and accountability:

• A Central Command Unit leads strategy, compliance, and training oversight

• Regional Divisions execute programs with local instructors and youth leaders

• Operational Cells carry out specialized missions in emergency readiness, media, fitness, and outreach

• A dedicated Ethics Council and Community Review Panels ensure transparency and values alignment at every level

This framework doesn’t just support growth—it strengthens it.

Why It Matters Now

With climate threats, civil emergencies, and rising youth disengagement, our communities need trained, ethical, and prepared leaders—not tomorrow, but today. Covenant of Courage stands ready to answer that call.

Every cadet we train is a future leader. Every veteran we activate is a force multiplier for good. Every dollar we receive moves our mission forward.

How You Can Help

We invite you to:

• Partner with us as a sponsor, foundation, or municipal collaborator

• Volunteer as an instructor, advisor, or mentor

• Donate to help us equip cadets, train veterans, and build regional response teams

• Share our mission and invite others to join the movement

We are Covenant of Courage—and we’re building a legacy of leadership, service, and resilience.

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