OUR MISSION
MYTVetS is on a mission to empower youth through the support of veterans who mentor, coach, and uplift their communities. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for personal growth, leadership development, and community involvement. Our focus is to create a positive impact on the lives of youth and veterans alike.
OUR WHY
We are veterans and veteran advocates who have given our time, talents, and resources to support those who mentor, coach, and teach our youth. Service doesn’t end with the uniform—it lives on in the communities we serve. Our mission is to help those who help others, building stronger youth, stronger leaders, and a stronger future.
OUR FOUNDER
DR. GARRY MILES, CHAIRMAN
Why Mentoring Youth Through Veteran Support?
Together, Felecia and I have proudly served for over 50 years in the United States military, answering the higher call of service. Throughout our careers, we were assigned around the world, dedicating our lives to complex missions with one goal in mind — making the world a better place through our service.
No matter where we were stationed or what mission we supported, one thing remained constant: our commitment to giving back to the communities where we lived. Beyond our military duties, we made it a priority to mentor the next generation of leaders through hands-on community service.
Through this work, we discovered three undeniable truths:
1. We felt a deep sense of fulfillment when guiding others toward a positive path to better themselves, their families, and their communities.
2. Sharing our story helped inspire others to better their own.
3. Often, we found ourselves personally funding efforts where community resources fell short.
After retiring from military service, we moved to an area without a strong military presence. We quickly realized there was still a deep need for mentorship and community support — but the military-connected resources we had once relied on were harder to access. Conversations with other veterans revealed a shared passion: many wanted to serve their communities but weren’t sure how, and those who were involved often had to cover costs out-of-pocket. As an educator,
Felecia saw firsthand how students and administrators were also lacking critical support.
We asked ourselves, “How can we help the community while empowering veterans who want to give back but lack the necessary resources?”
The answer was simple: We come together.
Not just with veterans nearby, but with those we've served with, those who have supported veterans, and those who believe in building a stronger future. Together, we are Mighty Vets (MYTVetS — Mentoring Youth Through Veteran Support). Mentoring Youth Through Veteran Support is a mission built on collaboration. It’s about veterans and veteran advocates coming together to uplift the next generation of leaders. It’s about strengthening our mental and spiritual health through service. And it’s about ensuring that we invest in the future — a future that will one day lead and protect us.
We are stronger together.
A veteran’s greatest strength is often shown and strongest when helping others.