Thank you for your interest in applying for an award to attend programs designed to enhance your overall wellness. The Give to Give Veterans Coalition Project proudly offers awards to U.S. Veterans and their spouses or partners, providing opportunities to embark on a journey of personal growth. Through these programs, participants will learn valuable tools and gain insights into the science and practice of self-regulation, stress management, and resilience building. These programs are designed to enhance leadership skills, optimize performance, and foster meaningful connections within a supportive community of Veterans and their spouses or partners.

Our mission is to empower Veterans and their loved ones to overcome challenges, embrace new possibilities, and unlock their full potential as they transition back into civilian life. We are honored to be part of your journey toward growth, strength, and connection.

Award recipients will receive financial assistance to participate in:

• NeuroChangeSolutions (NCS) Training: This in-person training, led by certified NCS Consultants, introduces neuroscience-based strategies for effective, sustainable personal change. Participants engage in individual and group activities, videos, skills practice, and the direct application of key takeaways.
• Progressive Online Course: This foundational course combines science, case studies, lectures, and meditations to teach participants how to overcome challenges. Dr Joe explains the science behind human transformation through neuroscience while introducing meditation techniques.
• Week-Long Advanced Retreat: This immersive in-person experience builds on the Progressive Online Course, offering deeper insights into the brain-body connection and the science of transformation. Participants practice various meditation styles, attend advanced lectures, and join a supportive community of like-minded individuals while engaging in over 35 hours of meditations and teachings.

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted between Saturday, February 1, 2025, and Saturday, February 15, 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, please review the eligibility criteria before applying.

Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for an award, all applications, including file uploads, must be submitted in English and if your original documentation is in a language other than English, please also upload an English translation. Applicants must also meet these requirements:

Military Status:
Must be a U.S. Veteran or a spouse/partner of a U.S. Veteran.
If you are not a U.S. Veteran or the spouse/partner of a U.S. Veteran and are facing financial hardship, please apply for an award through our Community Awards Program. You can access the application here.

Training Prerequisites:
For Advanced Week-Long Retreat attendance, Veterans must have completed a NCS Training and spouses/partners must have completed a NCS Training or attended a Women’s Retreat.

Previous Awards:
Only one award per applicant is permitted. If you have previously received an award from the Give to Give Foundation, you are ineligible for additional awards.

Prior Attendance at a Week-Long Advanced Retreat with Dr Joe:
Applicants who have previously attended a Week-Long Advanced Retreat will qualify for an award to attend another retreat only if at least 24 months have passed since their last retreat.

Before applying, please also note that attending a Week-Long Advanced Retreat involves the following:
• Prolonged Sitting During Extended Sessions: Many meditation sessions will require sitting for long periods.
• Lying Meditation and Self-Assisted Elevation: Some meditations will involve lying on the floor.
• Outdoor Walking Meditations: Expect walking meditations of 1 to 1.5 hours, conducted outdoors.
• Navigating Large Resort Premises: The retreat will take place at a large resort. Be prepared for walking and physical activity throughout the event.
• Early Starts and Long Days: Most days will begin early, with some sessions starting as early as 4 AM. Expect to spend between 12 to 16 hours per day at the event.