Helping Veterans Find Success As They Define It Since 2010!
Wyakin Foundation appreciates all donations given at any level to support our program.
Educational Grants - $300 funds one veteran for one month. These grants help fund their educational expenses and needs. Wyakin Veterans are in our program for an average of 3 years. Annual support for one veteran is $3,600
Emergent Grants - $2,500 - each veteran in the Academics and Trades program is able to use up to $2,500 during the time they are a Wyakin Veteran to help with costs such as a laptop for school, an industry conference, a car repair, a house repair. We take the worry out of unexpected expenses so our Veterans can focus on their education.
Networking - $2,500 supports the annual networking event for Veterans and community partners allowing our Veterans the opportunity to expand their professional network within their industry and community.
Community Impact - $1,500 supports impactful community-wide events that connect, engage and invite the public to be part of our mission. Suicide Awareness Workshop and Mock Interview Day.
Professional Development - $2,000 Support and Advance career readiness through practical training, attire and expertly led seminars.
“Wyakin understands that every person is more than just a Veteran. They were there for me when my world was crashing down; they worked tirelessly to help get me into a career I love and into my MBA program. I’m honored to be a Wyakin alum and privileged to stay involved with the program.”
Garrett Meyer, US Marine Corps
Wyakin Alumnus, 2018
"When I first got out of the Marine Corps. I had no direction and didn't feel like I had applicable skills after deployment," he said. "After I got back from Afghanistan. I didn't resonate with civilian life, the traditional job system, and job roles. I did not know how to acclimate to that environment, and I was so used to the military."
"So every warrior is matched with a community mentor, a volunteer with similar interests in career background in what they're trying to pursue as far as their education goals,"
"Everyone is tasked with getting out of their shell for the better of their community. I enjoy that the mission of Wyakin is not only to help the Veteran succeed but that the Veteran's primary goal is to succeed and give back the same that was given to them."
Jordan Kell, US Marine Corps
Wyakin Alumnus, 2022