Community Partners in Healing

At HeroBrain, we’re continually inspired by the organizations working behind the scenes - and on the front lines - to uplift first responders and their families. From peer-led support networks to wellness retreats and neurofeedback initiatives, these groups share a common thread: compassion in action.

This list highlights just a few of the remarkable efforts underway, and it’s far from complete.

If you know of a program, nonprofit, or grassroots initiative doing meaningful work in this space, we’d love to hear about it. Please contact us so we can continue building this shared network of support.

Community Partners in Healing

At HeroBrain, we’re continually inspired by the organizations working behind the scenes - and on the front lines - to uplift first responders and their families. From peer-led support networks to wellness retreats and neurofeedback initiatives, these groups share a common thread: compassion in action.

This list highlights just a few of the remarkable efforts underway, and it’s far from complete.

If you know of a program, nonprofit, or grassroots initiative doing meaningful work in this space, we’d love to hear about it. Please contact us so we can continue building this shared network of support.

Honoring Quiet Pioneers

At the heart of HeroBrain are those who walk quietly but leave a lasting impact. This is a tribute to the humble pioneers — the ones who saw the need, took action, and changed lives without ever asking for recognition.

Canadian Organizations

Three Oaks Cabin (Florence, Ontario)
A peaceful retreat founded in memory of Dalles Bergsma, offering free stays and mental health support for farmers and first responders. A sanctuary rooted in compassion and healing.
Badge of Life Canada
Supports Canadian public safety personnel and their families dealing with operational stress injuries through peer support, education, and mental wellness resources.
Boots on the Ground (Ontario)
An anonymous, volunteer-run helpline offering peer support from fellow first responders— by those who truly understand.
Wounded Warriors Canada – First Responder Assist
Delivers clinical programs tailored to first responders’ psychological needs, from crisis to prevention and treatment.
First Responders First (Canada)
Provides education, strategies, and resources to help first responders navigate PTSD and other mental health challenges.
First Response Mental Health
Provides secure, app-based tools and peer support programs that connect first responders with mental health resources and crisis support.

American Organizations

First Responder Neurofeedback (Denver, Colorado)
A nonprofit offering access to NeurOptimal® sessions for first responders across the U.S., promoting focus, resilience, and cognitive well-being.
Survive First
Supports first responders and their families with education, peer support, and access to mental health care—working to reduce suicide rates and stigma.
ResponderStrong
Built by and for responders, this initiative fosters cross-discipline collaboration to improve mental health access, resources, and training.
First H.E.L.P.
Raises awareness of suicide among first responders, honors the fallen, and works to break the stigma around mental health.
First Responders Foundation
Advocates for the well-being of first responders, veterans, and their families through outreach, training, and community support.
First Responders Children’s Foundation
Offers financial support, scholarships, and aid to children and families of fallen or injured first responders.
First Responders Pack Foundation
Equips agencies with therapy dogs and mental health tools to support responders and communities during crises.

Canadian Organizations

Three Oaks Cabin
(Florence, Ontario)
A peaceful retreat founded in memory of Dalles Bergsma, offering free stays and mental health support for farmers and first responders. A sanctuary rooted in compassion and healing.
Badge of Life Canada
Supports Canadian public safety personnel and their families dealing with operational stress injuries through peer support, education, and mental wellness resources.
Boots on the Ground
(Ontario)
An anonymous, volunteer-run helpline offering peer support from fellow first responders— by those who truly understand.
Wounded Warriors Canada
– First Responder Assist
Delivers clinical programs tailored to first responders’ psychological needs, from crisis to prevention and treatment.
First Responders First
(Canada)
Provides education, strategies, and resources to help first responders navigate PTSD and other mental health challenges.
First Response Mental Health
Provides secure, app-based tools and peer support programs that connect first responders with mental health resources and crisis support.

American Organizations

First Responder Neurofeedback
(Denver, Colorado)
A nonprofit offering access to NeurOptimal® sessions for first responders across the U.S., promoting focus, resilience, and cognitive well-being.
Survive First
Supports first responders and their families with education, peer support, and access to mental health care—working to reduce suicide rates and stigma.
ResponderStrong
Built by and for responders, this initiative fosters cross-discipline collaboration to improve mental health access, resources, and training.
First H.E.L.P.
Raises awareness of suicide among first responders, honors the fallen, and works to break the stigma around mental health.
First Responders Foundation
Advocates for the well-being of first responders, veterans, and their families through outreach, training, and community support.
First Responders Children’s Foundation
Offers financial support, scholarships, and aid to children and families of fallen or injured first responders.
First Responders Pack Foundation
Equips agencies with therapy dogs and mental health tools to support responders and communities during crises.