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This Holiday Season, Stand with Idaho Veterans

As the year comes to a close, your generosity helps veterans build brighter futures for themselves and their families. Your gift provides the support, training, and opportunities veterans need to build successful lives after military service.

Here in Idaho, 25% of veterans live below the ALICE threshold (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed). That means one in four veterans earn above the Federal Poverty Level yet still struggle to afford basic expenses. Rising housing costs, career transitions, and financial pressures make the path forward even harder.

This is where Wyakin steps in.

Wyakin meets these needs with a comprehensive, whole‑person approach. Veterans engage in education and skilled‑trade pathways, receive monthly case management, participate in monthly mentorship, and build career readiness through professional development. On average, veterans remain engaged in the program for three years, reflecting Wyakin's commitment to long-term success rather than short-term intervention.

When you give to Wyakin, you're investing in veterans, strengthening Idaho's workforce, and helping build futures filled with purpose and possibility like Liam who shared the impact of Wyakin:

"My story with Wyakin has been pivotal in my transition from boots to business. Wyakin has turned a stark introvert into a forward-thinking professional that is not afraid to meet new people. Guest speakers like Dale Stump, Scott Marker, and George Nickel have been influential in breaking out of my shell and participating in a prestigious organization like Beta Alpha Psi at Boise State University. 

Thanks to the mentor that Wyakin has connected me with, I have secured an internship with a public accounting firm that was my top-choice firm to work at. Both the financial and emotional support have enabled me to push past the old barriers I placed on myself and approach others with confidence.”

  • Liam Carrion, USAF
    • Boise State University, M.S. Accounting

Offline Giving

We are happy to help. For assistance, please contact Rachel Flachbart at 208.853.6001 ext. 103 or developmentdirector@wyakin.org.

Mail your gift to:
Wyakin Foundation
5537 N. Glenwood St., Ste. A
Garden City, ID 83714

Mail: Wyakin Foundation, 5537 N. Glenwood. St., Ste. A, Garden City, ID 83714 (Memo: Idaho Gives)

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