At SoldierStrong, our mission has always been clear: to help our nation’s heroes – those who have sacrificed so much in service to our country – take their next steps forward in life after service. We are deeply committed to providing cutting-edge medical technologies to injured veterans, helping them regain independence and hope. We are honored to join forces with Patriot Mobile, a company that shares our dedication to supporting veterans and their families.

Patriot Mobile has long been a strong advocate for our military, veterans, first responders, and their families. As the nation’s ONLY wireless provider with a deep commitment to conservative values, Patriot Mobile has proven time and again that it is more than just a company – it’s a force for good. Since its founding in 2013, Patriot Mobile has not only provided reliable cell service across the nation but has also committed a portion of its proceeds to support organizations that defend our freedoms.

We are thrilled to have Patriot Mobile by our side in this important mission. Their support will help SoldierStrong continue to provide medical technologies that are transforming the lives of veterans living with severe spinal cord injuries, paralysis, and post-traumatic stress (PTS).

Thanks to the generous contributions from Patriot Mobile, SoldierStrong will be able to expand access to two groundbreaking technologies that are changing the lives of injured veterans: the SoldierSuit and BraveMind virtual reality systems.

• SoldierSuit: These wearable robotic exoskeletons are designed to help paralyzed veterans regain the ability to walk, helping veterans regain a level of mobility and independence that many thought impossible after their injuries.
• BraveMind: This virtual reality system is used to treat post-traumatic stress (PTS) by allowing veterans to confront and process traumatic experiences in a controlled, therapeutic environment. BraveMind has been proven to significantly reduce the symptoms of PTS in over 65% of users, providing veterans with the opportunity to heal and reclaim control of their lives.

Since its inception, SoldierStrong has donated over $7 million worth of medical technology, including 30 SoldierSuits and 30 BraveMind systems, directly benefiting veterans across the country. However, the journey doesn’t end here. With Patriot Mobile’s continued support, we will be able to expand these efforts and reach even more veterans in need of life-changing medical advancements.

Glenn Story, CEO of Patriot Mobile, expressed the company’s excitement about supporting SoldierStrong’s mission: “We are excited to help SoldierStrong be the hands and feet of Jesus to our nation’s heroes. The men and women who are injured in service to our country deserve access to the best medical care available, and Patriot Mobile is proud to help SoldierStrong in this effort.”

This collaboration exemplifies Patriot Mobile’s unwavering commitment to honoring and supporting our veterans. Their dedication to ensuring that injured veterans receive the best care possible aligns perfectly with SoldierStrong’s goal of providing innovative solutions that promote healing and recovery.

Dr. Chris Meek, co-founder of SoldierStrong, expressed his gratitude for the support: “The same integrity and dedication that Patriot Mobile’s people devote to their work and in service to others will make a difference in the lives of veterans living with severe spinal cord injuries and paralysis, as well as the debilitating impacts of post-traumatic stress. Without the support of organizations like Patriot Mobile, SoldierStrong would be unable to benefit the lives of so many deserving veterans.”

At SoldierStrong, we know that relationships like this one are key to making a lasting impact. With Patriot Mobile’s support, we are able to amplify our efforts to restore mobility, independence, and hope to those who have given so much for our country and freedoms.

To learn more about Patriot Mobile and shop their phone plans and devices, visit patriotmobile.com. 

Together, with the help of those like Patriot Mobile, we can continue to empower veterans and provide them with the tools they need to lead fulfilling, independent lives! 

Happy Women’s History Month! This month SoldierStrong acknowledges and pays respect to the tens of thousands of Women Warriors who have cemented the place of women in both military and American history.

Women are not only the next generation of fighters, but perhaps more importantly, are the next generation of leaders. At SoldierStrong, we are proud to donate revolutionary medical technologies which better the lives of countless female veterans across the country and are honored to uplift the experiences of Women Warriors. 

Meet U.S. Navy Veteran and SoldierStrong Ambassador Laura Cowen.

Laura was preparing to deploy to the Pacific when she was involved in a hit and run that left her paralyzed. But when she was told she would never walk again, she used those words as motivation and decided to stay positive. 

With the help of the SoldierSuit, her optimism paid off. She IS able to walk again, which she calls a “life-changing improvement.”

We encourage you to not only celebrate the contributions of our female service members, like Laura, but to find ways – both large and small – to contribute to a society that emboldens women to serve. 

To learn more about the history and role of Women Warriors in the United States, we encourage you to check out the Military Times article “Celebrating International Women’s Month: Emboldening the Next Generation of Women Warriors” penned by former SoldierStrong vice-chairwomen COL. Kimberly Moros and SoldierStrong Advisory Board member Meaghan Mobbs.

If you are inspired by Laura’s optimism (and the stories of the many other female veterans who have served our nation!), we invite you to contribute to SoldierStrong throughout the month of March to honor their bravery in answering the call to service and to help ensure that we can continue to positively impact the lives of injured and paralyzed female veterans for years to come. 

A contribution of $5, $25, $50 or even $250 dollars can make a tremendous difference today! 

The Bobby Rahal Automotive Group today announced a $35,000 donation to SoldierStrong to assist military veterans in taking their next steps forward in life after service.

This is the seventh consecutive year that the 13-dealership group in central and western Pennsylvania has donated a share of the revenue from every new and used vehicle sold at its central Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh region dealerships during November in recognition of Veterans Day. To date, the group has donated more than $260,000 to SoldierStrong’s mission.

Founded in 1989, Bobby Rahal Automotive Group represents the Acura, BMW, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, and Volvo brands. The group is also extensively involved in community programs and charitable organizations within the communities they serve, contributing over $1 million in charitable funds and sponsoring and staffing upwards of 75 charitable events to date.

“Bobby Rahal Automotive Group is delighted to increase awareness of the SoldierStrong organization and the care they provide to our country’s veterans,” said Harrisburg Area Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Brian Buehler. “Throughout the month of November, we did so by highlighting SoldierStrong on showroom displays, on our websites, on our social media pages and on email campaigns to our clients. We are honored to not only build awareness but also to donate a portion of the proceeds from every vehicle sale in November directly to SoldierStrong. On behalf of Bobby Rahal Automotive Group and through the transactions of our loyal clients, we are proud to support SoldierStrong so they can assist veterans who’ve sacrificed so much for us.”

Dr. Chris Meek, chairman and co-founder of the Stamford, Conn., organization, noted the Rahal family’s commitment to America’s veterans extends beyond its most recent generous gift. Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing shows its support for SoldierStrong through its NTT IndyCar Series race team’s program, Turns For Troops. For every lap that Bobby’s son, Graham Rahal, completed in the 2024 season, sponsor United Rentals donated $50 to SoldierStrong.

Additionally, Graham Rahal serves on the SoldierStrong Advisory Board, a role in which he has used to raise broad awareness and significant material support for the organization, particularly through the philanthropic efforts of the Graham and Courtney Rahal Foundation.

“On behalf of SoldierStrong and the brave men and women we serve, we extend our deepest gratitude to the Bobby Rahal Automotive Group for their generous contribution to our mission,” said Meek. “Their support is instrumental in helping us fully realize our goal to provide revolutionary medical technology to injured veterans. It is an honor to partner with an organization that has such a long-standing tradition of excellence, like Bobby Rahal Automotive Group, to empower those who have sacrificed so much for our country. Their unwavering commitment to our heroes is truly inspiring, especially to other businesses across the country seeking to make a similar meaningful impact in their communities.”