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by Josh Melching and Jonathan Hodge
The Outreach Project, hosted by Joshua Melching and Jonathan Hodge, connects communities with nonprofit resources that truly matter. Through real conversations, spotlight interviews, and a curated resource hub, we highlight impactful organizations and empower people to take the next step toward support, hope, and healing. Because no one should have to face life’s challenges alone.
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- 1 weeks ago55 min
The Rivetin’ Rosie’s Project: QPR, Service & Supporting Those Who Serve | EP 26
DESCRIPTION:In Episode 26 of The Outreach Project Podcast, Josh Melching and Jonathan Hodge sit down with Courtney, Lori, and Hannah from The Rivetin’ Rosie’s Project — a pin-up service organization supporting veterans, active duty military, first responders, and their families.This conversation covers QPR suicide prevention training, support after line-of-duty death or injury, family trauma, first responder mental health, service after service, and the power of simply making people feel seen.The Rivetin’ Rosie’s Project brings the spirit of Rosie the Riveter into modern service — showing up at events, supporting other nonprofits, building community, and helping provide tools that can save lives.Guest Links:Website: https://therivetinrosiesproject.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therivetinrosiesproject/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Rivetin-Rosies-Project-61573835770010/Mission Sponsor:Gameday Men’s Health Alamo RanchWebsite: https://gamedaymenshealth.com/alamo-ranch-tx/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gameday_alamoranch/Podcast Foundational Sponsor:ROPE SolutionsWebsite: https://www.ropesolutions.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ropesolutionsofficial/The Outreach Project:Website: https://www.theoutreach-project.comNonprofit Directory: https://www.theoutreach-project.com/nonprofitdirectoryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_outreachproject/YouTube: @TheOutreachProjectHqIf you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. You are not alone.#TheOutreachProject #RivetinRosiesProject #Veterans #FirstResponders #MilitaryFamilies #QPR #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #ServiceAfterService #RosieTheRiveter
- 2 weeks ago1h 8m
Finding Purpose After Trauma with Dwayne Brown | Shepherd's Light Foundation | Episode 25
After 26 years in law enforcement, Dwayne Brown found himself battling isolation, depression, and thoughts of suicide following an officer-involved shooting.Today he leads Shepherd's Light Foundation, helping veterans and first responders find hope, healing, and purpose through faith-based retreats and peer support.This conversation explores trauma, faith, resilience, and the power of finding purpose after life's darkest moments.
- 3 weeks ago1h 7m
Ross Alewine on Trauma, Fatherhood, Leadership & Finding Purpose Again | EP 24
In Episode 24 of The Outreach Project, Ross Alewine from Rope Solutions joins us for one of the most honest and impactful conversations we’ve had to date.We discuss military transition, trauma, addiction, suicide survival, fatherhood, leadership, and what it really takes to rebuild your life after hitting rock bottom.Ross opens up about the moments that nearly broke him, the people who helped pull him back, and why purpose, accountability, and showing up for your family matter more than ever.This episode is about resilience, vulnerability, and the reality that even the strongest people still struggle.If you’re fighting battles silently right now — this conversation is for you.🪢 Rope Solutions:https://www.ropesolutions.com/📱 Rope Solutions Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ropesolutionsofficial/🌐 The Outreach Project:https://www.theoutreach-project.com📺 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheOutreachProjectHQ📱 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_outreachproject/#TheOutreachProject #RopeSolutions #Veterans #Leadership #MentalHealth #Fatherhood #Podcast #MilitaryTransition #MensMentalHealth
- 4 weeks ago45 min
Outdoor Healing, Brotherhood & Second Chances — Changed by Nature Outdoors | EP 23
Justin from Changed by Nature Outdoors joins The Outreach Project to discuss how the outdoors became a way to reconnect, heal, and build community.This episode dives into hunting, fishing, suicide prevention, mentorship, nonprofit collaboration, and the powerful role the outdoors can play for veterans, first responders, youth, and families.Powered by Apex Global Outdoors and VetNav Services.Learn more:https://changedbynatureoutdoors.org/The Outreach Project:https://www.theoutreach-project.com
- May 13, 202659 min
Helping Veterans & First Responders Find Purpose Again — Sheepdog Impact Assistance | EP 22
In this episode of The Outreach Project Podcast, we sit down with Raffy Morales from Sheepdog Impact Assistance to talk about purpose, PTSD, post-traumatic growth, and the reality many veterans and first responders face after service.From disaster response missions and outdoor adventures to Warrior PATHH and Sheepdog University, Sheepdog Impact Assistance is helping veterans and first responders get off the couch, reconnect with purpose, and realize they are not alone in the fight.This conversation dives deep into:• PTSD in veterans and first responders• Post-traumatic growth• Suicide prevention• Disaster response missions• Outdoor adventure therapy• First responder mental health• Veteran transition struggles• Warrior PATHH• Community and purpose after serviceOne of the most powerful moments of this episode comes when Raffy shares the story of a veteran who arrived with a suicide note in his pocket — and left with hope.👇 SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH THESE ORGANIZATIONS 👇🐑 Sheepdog Impact Assistance:https://sheepdogia.org/🏡 Hometown Hero Outdoors:https://hometownherooutdoors.org/🎯 Veterans Creed Outdoors:https://www.vcousa.org/🇺🇸 Say When & Remember Him Foundation:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092266125091⚔️ Til Valhalla Project:https://tilvalhallaproject.com/👇 SPONSORS 👇💪 Game Day Men’s Health (Mission Sponsor)https://gamedaymenshealth.com/alamo-ranch-t🏠 Rucking Realty Group (Impact Sponsor)https://ruckingrealtygroup.com/👇 THE OUTREACH PROJECT LINKS 👇🌐 Website:https://www.theoutreach-project.com📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_outreachproject/🎥 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheOutreachProjectHQ#Veterans #FirstResponders #PTSD #MentalHealth #SheepdogImpactAssistance #WarriorPATHH #PostTraumaticGrowth #VeteranSupport #TheOutreachProject #DisasterResponse #SuicidePrevention #OutdoorTherapy #Podcast
- May 6, 20261h 1m
Building High-Performance Teams in Oil & Gas — Rope Solutions EP 21
This week on The Outreach Project, we sit down with CJ from Rope Solutions — a veteran-led team bringing elite leadership, communication, and performance coaching into high-risk industries like oil & gas.From Green Beret experience to real-world leadership on the rig, this episode breaks down what leadership actually looks like when it matters most.🔗 ROPE SOLUTIONS🌐 https://www.ropesolutions.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/ropesolutionsofficial/💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/rope-solutions-llc/🎙️ WATCH MORE FROM THE OUTREACH PROJECT👉 https://www.youtube.com/@TheOutreachProjectHQ🇺🇸 THE OUTREACH PROJECT🌐 https://www.theoutreach-project.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/the_outreachproject🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARNLeadership under pressureBuilding trust in high-risk environmentsWhy execution beats theoryHow veteran leadership translates to industry⚠️ SHARE THISIf this episode resonates — send it to someone who needs it.#RopeSolutions #Leadership #Veterans #Podcast #OutreachProject #HighPerformance #Teamwork #MentalHealth #FirstResponders #MilitaryTransition
- Apr 28, 20261h 11m
Veteran Outdoor Therapy & Community Support — The Fallen Outdoors | EP 20
Maybe it’s not about the activity… maybe it’s about connection.The Fallen Outdoors is doing far more than outdoor trips — they’re building a nationwide community where veterans, Gold Star families, and first responders can reconnect, heal, and find purpose.With operations in over 35 states and thousands of veterans impacted each year, this organization proves that sometimes the most powerful resource… is simply being around people who understand.In this episode, we sit down with the leadership behind The Fallen Outdoors to talk about:Building connection through shared experiencesSupporting veterans beyond traditional systemsCreating real community at scaleWhy “meeting people where they are” actually works🎯 SUPPORT / LEARN MORE🌐 The Fallen Outdoors: https://thefallenoutdoors.org/📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFallenOutdoors📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefallenoutdoors🇺🇸 THE OUTREACH PROJECT🌐 https://www.theoutreach-project.com📱 https://www.instagram.com/the_outreachproject🤝 SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by The Vets VetHelping veterans navigate the VA disability process with real guidance from people who’ve been there.🌐 https://thevetsvet.com🧠 KEY TAKEAWAYThis episode reinforces exactly what TOP is about:👉 It’s not a lack of resources👉 It’s a lack of connectionAnd that’s what The Fallen Outdoors is solving.#veterans#thefallenoutdoors#veteransupport#mentalhealth#outdoortherapy#veterancommunity#ptsdrecovery#theoutreachproject
- Apr 22, 202647 min
How Horses Are Healing Veterans | Hoof to Heart Vets (EP 19)
How horses are helping veterans heal from PTSD and trauma.In Episode 19, we talk with Hoof to Heart Vets about equine therapy.In this episode we sit down with Michele Freeman, Air Force veteran and founder of Hoof to Heart Vets.After years of service including working in mortuary affairs Michele found healing through horses. Now she’s helping other veterans, first responders, and families find that same peace through ground-based equine therapy.This episode dives into trauma, recovery, and a powerful alternative approach to mental health that’s changing lives.🎧 Watch more episodes:https://www.youtube.com/@TheOutreachProjectHQ 🌐 Explore nonprofits:https://www.theoutreach-project.com 👇 Connect with Hoof to Heart Vets:https://hooftoheartvets.com/ Instagram: @hooftoheart17 In this episode:• How horses provide real therapeutic healing • Michele’s journey from service to purpose • Why female veterans need dedicated spaces • The power of connection without riding • How Hoof to Heart is making an impact #Veterans #Nonprofit #MentalHealth #EquineTherapy #PTSD #TheOutreachProject
About The Outreach Project
The Outreach Project, hosted by Joshua Melching and Jonathan Hodge, connects communities with nonprofit resources that truly matter. Through real conversations, spotlight interviews, and a curated resource hub, we highlight impactful organizations and empower people to take the next step toward support, hope, and healing. Because no one should have to face life’s challenges alone.
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