Battle Borne Walk 4 Wellness

01/23/2026

May we have your attention...
Drumroll please 🥁

We are excited to announce this year's Keystone Speaker for the 6th Annual BATTLE BORNE Walk For Wellness.

Dr. Thomas Ritter has worked in the counseling field for over 23 years. He received his Ph.D. from Capella University in Human Services, his master’s in human relations from Liberty University, his bachelor’s in criminal justice from De Sales University and associate degree in criminal justice from Lehigh Carbon Community College. Prior to providing therapy, Tom had over 25 years in law enforcement with 28 departmental commendations. Tom also has experience in Forensic Investigations with the coroner offices in Lehigh & Northampton counties. Tom is a veteran of the U.S. Army with a total of 6 years’ service (1974-1980). He served towards the end of the Vietnam war and was involved with Operation New Arrivals when Saigon was overrun, and Vietnamese counterparts and refugees were evacuated to the US. Tom has certifications as a Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor and is a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional. In addition to being a Dr., Ritter specializes in the treatment of addictions, depression, and anxiety disorders along with persons who suffer from post-traumatic stress and specializes with the first responder, healthcare professional and veteran population 🇺🇲

01/13/2026

Did you know that in 2021, our inaugural event put $9,000 back into the community?

When we sat down for our first committee meeting in 2019, the mission was clear:
• Bring our community together to combat the stigma of mental health and recovery.
• Raise money to support local grassroots non-profits like ours, and support the "boots on the ground" movements.

Looking ahead to our second annual event we set an ambitious goal and reached that one as well.

On May 16th, 2026, we will be hosting our 6th Annual Battle Borne Walk For Wellness 5K and Community Event.

Let's make this year our biggest and best year yet in the fight to stop the stigma 💜

01/06/2026

Please join us in wishing Mrs. Donna Jacobson a very Happy Birthday 🎂

Donna has been a part of our Walk For Wellness Team since it's conception. We wish her nothing but the very best for her 42nd birthday 🎂 😉

12/30/2025

12/05/2025

There's a reason we started our fight against Food Insecurities, through programs like our MilitaryShare Food Distribution, and our Veterans Resource Center Supply Pantry, back in 2023.

In 2023, 13.5% of U.S. households (18.0 million) were food insecure, a statistically significant increase from 2022, with 47.4 million people living in these households. This includes 5.1% of households (6.8 million) experiencing very low food security. Factors like race, ethnicity, and disability, can affect food insecurity rates, with higher rates observed among certain groups. Just imagine, for a second, how much higher these numbers are today in 2025 🤔

If you are a military service member or veteran in need of food, please contact us at 484-265-1262.

Here are some resources that were put together by our Moravian University Nursing Student Interns for EVERYONE who may be facing food challenges right now.

Let's join forces to continue in the fight against food insecurities in our communities 👊🏼

12/02/2025

Thank you for showcasing the work that we are doing here at BATTLE BORNE & Battle Borne Walk 4 Wellness. We appreciate the support of our friends and supporters at The Lehigh Daily 🙌🏼

12/02/2025

Check out Battle Borne Founder sharing his experience, strength and hope 💜

11/16/2025

There is still time to support our veterans for Veterans Month without leaving your home or spending $1

It just takes one simple click...
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In honor of we are kicking off our third and final nonprofit donation of the year, and we need your help.

Your support has helped turn our credit union into a thriving community. Now, YOU get to choose which incredible organization receives $7,500!

VOTE NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 26 TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE: 👇🏻👇🏻

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💛 BATTLE BORNE:
Supports veterans and their families with free resources and services for mental, emotional and physical recovery.

💛 Bloom for Women: Provides sanctuary, healing and empowerment for survivors of trafficking and exploitation.

💛 Dwell Orphan Care: Enhances the foster care experience by providing resources, guidance and advocacy to ensure every child has a nurturing home.

Members 1st Federal Credit Union

11/15/2025

EXTRA EXTRA.
WE HAVE GREAT NEWS 📰

Ink & Honor Veterans Day Flash Tattoo Event with our friends at C23ink has been extended to Saturday & Sunday open to close!!

First come - first serve. Come get some fresh ink therapy for a great cause - local veterans 🫡 🇺🇲

11/13/2025

Hey everyone...
Today is Evie's Birthday 🎂

Please join us in wishing her the best birthday ever !!

Evie is our Veterans Recovery Coordinator at BATTLE BORNE, and Battle Borne Walk 4 Wellness Committee Chair. She works closely with the many organizations we partner with to ensure our veterans have the best possible opportunities for top-notch treatment if the need arises. She also works in the field of substance abuse and recovery. She has been a huge asset to our mission of helping veterans and their families with resources and services 💜 🇺🇸