Episode 57: Alexa Modero, Co-Founder/Executive Director of Backpacks For Life

This week we welcome Alexa Modero, the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Backpacks For Life. Backpacks For Life’s mission is to provide a unique and personalized support system for homeless and at-risk veterans who are struggling to reintegrate into civilian life. Through their two main programs, backpack distribution and coaching/mentoring, they are able to effectively support and empower veterans, reigniting the flame to live and succeed inside of them. For veterans who have nothing, a backpack is their most crucial asset. It is their mobile home and in some cases even a container for their only belongings. The distributed backpacks are a symbol of hope and reassurance that the veterans they work with are not alone on their path, and always have a support system there for them when they need a helping hand. This, coupled with their mentoring and outreach, creates a network that provides veterans with the tools they need to change their lives. Alexa also discusses their innovative and one of a kind veteran portal, ROGER. ROGER is an all inclusive website that helps New Jersey veterans get matched with the veteran service providers that meet their needs. ROGER is destined to be the model of how we help veterans get the care they need, without the overwhelming task of sifting through thousands of nonprofits and government programs. So dust off the 20 backpacks you have in the bottom of your closet, and enjoy this week's interview.

Our veteran owned business of the week is Dagger Defense. Dagger Defense provides high quality affordable firearm accessories. From optics to sights, Dagger Defense enables the everyday firearm owner to outfit their weapon with everything needed to give them the tactical advantage they need. Dagger Defense also offers a one-stop shop for information; including gun and gear review, training and survival, tactical DIY, SITREP, and tactical fitness. For more information and to purchase Dagger Defense products got to https://daggerdefense.com.

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