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About

Healing the Entire Veteran Family

The Special Liberty Project is dedicated to supporting Healing Veterans and Gold Star Families, including those who have lost loved ones to active-duty or Veteran suicide. We welcome and embrace these families just as we do all traditional Gold Star Families, providing a compassionate and understanding community.​Our nature-based, therapeutic programs foster camaraderie, peer support, and healing. Through outdoor retreats and meaningful experiences, we offer Gold Star Families a space to connect, reflect, and rebuild, while providing Veterans with opportunities to heal alongside others who understand their journey.

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Mission

Healing the Entire Veteran Family

The Special Liberty Project fosters and maintains a supportive community focused on nurturing our nation's Gold Star Families and healing Veterans by connecting with nature. We provide outdoor, educational experiences, spark true camaraderie and encourage strength, both emotionally and physically.
Thank you for joining us on this journey of service, sacrifice and solidarity.

Our Team.

Meet our dedicated team, composed of business-savvy professionals with a rich military background. We take pride in having a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by Veterans and Gold Star Families. Our commitment to serving these heroes is driven by compassion and a heartfelt desire to make a meaningful impact. Together, we strive to support and uplift those who have given so much for our country.

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Jessica Merritt

Executive Director 

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Shannon Hannaford

Program Director 

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Bill Swift 

Board Member 

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Jennifer Christman

Board Member 

Leigh Tabor Veteran Services Officer Special Liberty Project

Leigh Tabor 

Board Member 

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Donna Culp

Board Member 

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Ashlyn Miller

Retreat Leader 

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Cory Merritt

Board Member 

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Heather Frank

Advisory Board

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Jessica Matthews

Advisory Board 

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