What We Do

Empowering veterans and their families through entrepreneurship, creative arts, and community projects, giving them the tools and purpose to thrive.

Our Story

True Compass Veterans Foundation was born from a deeply personal journey. Our founder grew up as the child of a Vietnam Veteran who gave selflessly to his country. His story revealed how vital it is for veterans and their families to have continued support, not only for the body, but for the mind, spirit, and livelihood as well. Witnessing his battles with health, purpose, and connection inspired the creation of a place where veterans and their families can find the support, community, and healing he and every veteran deserves.

True Compass exists to ensure that no veteran or family member walks that path alone. We fulfill this mission by providing holistic pathways to growth: building economic freedom through business cohorts and a dedicated help desk, providing therapeutic expression through Recovery Through Art, fostering sustainable growth through the Garden to Table Project, and creating community connection via The Market Days Project.

We believe every person who served, and those who stood beside them, deserves the chance to live with purpose, peace, and fulfillment. Our mission is to help them rediscover connection, clarity, and renewal during and beyond their years of service.



“True Compass Veterans Foundation provides a safe place where every veteran and family member lives with purpose, wellness, and connection. I now feel grounded in resilience, guided by inner clarity, and supported by the community…”

— Beth Montoch

What We’ve Achieved

  • Helping Veterans start small businesses

  • Created community-building programs focused on connection

  • Developed partnerships with local businesses and leaders

  • Expanded opportunities for veterans to share their skills and stories

  • Began building spaces for growth, healing, and purpose

  • Introduced the Market Days Project to provide veterans with sponsored space to showcase businesses, services, and creative work