Veterans Helping Veterans Through Community, Connection, and Hope
LWFI is devoted to building genuine communities for veterans and their families through peer-to-peer interactions.
The heart of LWFI is found not in a place but in a way of living that empowers people to change. The broken foundations of our fast-paced and fragmented society have left many people feeling isolated and alone.
We believe that people were never meant to walk through life's struggles alone. Through pastoral counseling, peer support, and community, we help veterans and their families find strength, healing, belonging, and freedom.
All tournament proceeds helped support local veterans and their families. Thank you to our sponsors, participants, volunteers, and community members who made this event a tremendous success.
LWFI originally began with the vision of creating a farm-based gathering place for veterans. However, when the COVID-19 pandemic changed how people connected, we realized our mission needed to focus less on a physical location and more on meaningful relationships.
Today, our primary focus is helping veterans build connections through weekly peer-to-peer support groups. These relationships create opportunities for healing, personal growth, and long-term support.
As an extension of these connections, veterans participate in activities such as fishing trips, hunting excursions, mountain retreats, and community events that foster belonging and purpose.
Our mission is simple: build bridges that help veterans and their families move toward peace, freedom, and renewed hope.
"The morning sun burned through the last wisps of autumn fog and the promise of a new day unfolded with every curve on Runion’s Creek Road."
Katie Mitchell — Downtown Harrisonburg"They are a group of guys out there that genuinely know what they’re dealing with, what they went through and can actually help them."
Kyle McQuillian — Beards and Broads"The 24-acre property became a home away from home for healing veterans seeking connection and support."
Kathleen Shaw — The Daily News-RecordWhether through peer support groups, outdoor activities, or meaningful conversations, LWFI exists to help veterans and their families find connection and freedom.