My Nonprofit Reviews

Being There Reaching Out has provided events for families of the fallen to come together and not only receive support during their time of loss and grieving but to bring together people so they know they are not alone. As a Gold Star Mother and board member I can say this organization has been a launchpad for many endeavors that support our military and their families as well as memorialize our fallen. They have been there in the most supportive, compassionate and respectful way. They are trustworthy and always have the interests of the families first. Volunteers are not paid for their time. This is all from the heart.

I am a volunteer board member of Being There Reaching Out. I came to this group through losing my son LCPL Travis Wichlacz in Iraq in 2005. I have watched this group grow from a fledgling group of a few families that had lost a loved one to war to a much larger group with a larger purpose. This group brings together the families of the fallen. Whether it be a death in theater or at home through accidents and even suicide. Families can find comfort and healing. The group reaches out to spouses, parents, grand parents and healing events accommodate children, grand children, nephews, nieces. All those touched by the loss are invited. Through the comfort and healing, families have gone on to do great things for others in the fallen ones name. The networking has been phenomenal for spurring ideas of scholarships, golf outings, walks and other functions raising money to benefit others in our community and state.

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