Free, veteran-focused community offering service-dog grants and peer support.
Sierra Delta
Sierra Delta is a nonprofit wellness network dedicated to empowering military veterans through tailored dog-training grants, exclusive educational modules, and a supportive peer community. Members can apply for the Life Buddy Program to receive basic, advanced, or medical-assisted training grants once they complete our comprehensive online education modules. Built on Circle’s intuitive platform, you’ll connect with fellow veterans, access grant resources, and participate in events across the U.S. all at no cost to you.
Our community perks include access to powerful Life Buddy stories, exclusive training content, and invitations to meetups and national events like Nantucket Week and the Abundant Joy Challenge. You’ll gain leadership exper...
Outcomes
- Secure grant-funded service-dog training
- Build lasting bonds with Life Buddy dogs
- Access veteran-centric educational modules
- Join events and peer-to-peer support groups
What's included?
Life Buddy Program Grants
Comprehensive dog-training funding after education module completion.
Online Education Modules
Step-by-step courses covering basic, advanced, and medical-assisted training.
Private Community Forum
Veteran-only Circle space for sharing stories, tips, and encouragement.
National Event Invitations
Exclusive access to gatherings like Nantucket Week and the Abundant Joy Challenge.
Life Blood Marketplace
Curated shop where purchases directly support ongoing veteran grant programs.
Who is this for?
- Military veterans seeking service-dog training support
- Caregivers and supporters of veteran handlers
- Advocates and volunteers passionate about veteran well-being
About the creator
BJ Ganem
USMC Veteran turned Nonprofit Founder | Empowering Veterans with Service Dogs
I’m BJ Ganem, a United States Marine Corps veteran whose life was forever changed after surviving an I.E.D. attack in Iraq on November 25, 2004. Facing an amputated leg, brain injury, and shrapnel wounds, I discovered my purpose in helping fellow vet...
