A Division of the Center for Suicide Awareness
We envision a future where veterans, service members, and military families have the support, resources, and connections they need to heal, build resilience, and thrive.
Check out our Warrior Response Tool Kits & Resilient Kids Resource Kits below!
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EIN# 99-3704004
119- Warrior Response Tool Kits
Gifted as of
August 21st, 2026
15- Resilient Kids Resource Kits
Gifted as of August 20th, 2026
Individual Veteran Wellness Support
Comfort & wellness items provided based on individual need
Who We Are
Fox Valley Warrior Aid Alliance (FVWAA) is a division of the Center for Suicide Awareness dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and military families through practical, trauma-informed resources, compassionate support, and meaningful community connections.
Founded by U.S. Army veteran Renee Kasuboski, FVWAA grew from firsthand recognition that many who have served our country continue to carry invisible wounds long after their military service ends. Although support during a crisis is essential, we believe care should begin before someone reaches that point. Healing also happens through everyday connection, practical coping tools, and the simple but powerful reminder that someone cares.
Our signature Warrior Response Tool Kits provide veterans and service members with thoughtfully selected items that support comfort, grounding, rest, and healthy coping. Our Resilient Kids Resource Kits offer personalized, age-appropriate support for children of military families experiencing stress, anxiety, or emotional challenges. Each kit is assembled with care and, whenever possible, tailored to the needs and preferences of the person receiving it.
As a division of the Center for Suicide Awareness, FVWAA connects those we serve with a broader network of mental health education, wellness initiatives, community partnerships, and emotional support resources—including HOPELINE™, a free, confidential, 24/7 text-based emotional support service staffed by real people. Text HOPELINE™ to 741741.
At Fox Valley Warrior Aid Alliance, we believe healing begins with connection, resilience grows through support, and no veteran, service member, or military family should have to face life’s challenges alone.
Together, we honor service by building hope, strengthening resilience, and changing lives—one person and one family at a time.
Meet the Team
As a division of the Center for Suicide Awareness, Fox Valley Warrior Aid Alliance is dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of service members, veterans, and their families. Our team includes veterans and passionate supporters who understand the unique challenges that can follow military service and are committed to providing practical tools that foster healing, resilience, and hope.
Through our Warrior Response Tool Kits and Resilient Kids Resource Kits, we equip military-connected individuals and families with resources designed to reduce stress, encourage healthy coping, and support long-term wellness.
As part of the Center for Suicide Awareness, every person we serve also has access to HOPELINE™, a free, confidential, 24/7 text-based emotional support service by texting HOPELINE™ to 741741.
💙 Together, we're ensuring those who have served—and the families who serve beside them—never have to face life's challenges alone.
Founder / Division Director
Renee Kasuboski
Renss is the Founder, President, and CEO of Fox Valley Warrior Aid Allance. As a US Army veteran, entrepreneur, and advocate, she dedicates her leadership to supporting veterans and their families, with a focus on mental health, trauma recovery, and community service.
Secretary
Michelle Leuquin
Michelle is a dedicated US Army veteran with over two decades of service, including a deployment to Iraq. As a non-profit leader and advocate, she works tirelessly to support veterans' mental health, fight for their rights, and provide essential resources for trauma recovery. She is passionate about empowering veterans to thrive.
Treasurer
Carrie Young
Carris is a long-time Veteran Advocate and supporter. She is our treasurer and also works in Accounting for one of the nation's premier providers of insurance services for worship centers, nonprofits & human service organizations, schools, senior living communities and camps.
Board Member
Leslie Morgan, Jr.
Leslie is a U.S. Army Veteran with a diverse background spanning military service, Veterans organizations, entrepreneurship, and community advocacy. He is especially dedicated to mental health and suicide prevention, bringing a wealth of experience to these critical areas.
Mission Statement
As a division of the Center for Suicide Awareness, Fox Valley Warrior Aid Alliance empowers veterans, service members, and military families by providing practical, trauma-informed resources that support mental wellness, strengthen resilience, encourage connection, and foster hope.
We recognize that many who have served continue to experience trauma, chronic stress, isolation, and other challenges that can affect their emotional well-being long after their military service ends. We also understand that military service affects the entire family, including children who may need additional support as they navigate difficult emotions, transitions, and experiences.
Through our Warrior Response Tool Kits, Resilient Kids Resource Kits, community outreach, and support networks, we strive to:
✅ Provide practical tools for grounding, comfort, stress management, and healthy coping
✅ Help veterans and service members feel seen, valued, and connected to their communities
✅ Encourage access to emotional support and additional mental health resources when needed
✅ Strengthen resilience, hope, and a renewed sense of purpose beyond military service
✅ Support military families as they navigate stress, change, and life’s challenges together
✅ Equip children with age-appropriate tools to understand their emotions and develop healthy coping skills
We envision a future in which veterans, service members, and military families have the support, resources, and meaningful connections they need to heal and thrive.
Because no one who has served—and no family who has served alongside them—should have to face life’s challenges alone.
FVWAA currently serves veterans, service members, and military families throughout the Fox Valley, Northeast and Central Wisconsin, the Oshkosh and Fond du Lac areas, and surrounding communities. Availability may vary based on location, individual needs, and current program resources.
All Standard Kits - $135.00
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Weighted Throw Blanket (8-15lb) or Cooling Blanket
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3lb Neck/Shoulder Hot/Cold Wrap
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Satin Pillowcases
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Eye Mask or Cooling Mask
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Lavender or Peppermint Essential Oil Spray
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Stress Ball
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Worry Stone
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Service Duck
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Tri-fold Brochure
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Curated literature from the Center for Suicide Awareness
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Art and Reflection Kit
- Optional med/pill kit
- Optional cooling cap for those struggling with migraines
Room in the bag to put additional clothes or items for easy travel.
Warrior Response Tool Kit
Resilient Kids Resource Kits are personalized, trauma-informed support kits created specifically for children of military service members and veterans. Each kit is thoughtfully tailored based on a child’s age, emotional needs, and sensory preferences—ensuring every item is meaningful, appropriate, and supportive.
Availability & Sponsorship
At this time, Resilient Kids Resource Kits are not part of our core-funded programs and are only available through individual and community sponsorships.
Because of this, these kits are not included on our standard request forms. Distribution is dependent on available sponsorships and funding.
As additional funding becomes available, we look forward to expanding access to more families in need.
Average Sponsorship is $125.00 per child.
What’s Inside the Kit?
Every kit is customized, but may include:
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Age-appropriate coping and resilience cards
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A weighted blanket
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Sensory tools for stress and anxiety
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Comfort items such as plush toys or worry stones
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Mindfulness and breathing activities
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Educational materials to help children understand and manage emotions
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Who Can Receive a Kit?
Children who have a parent or guardian who is a service member or veteran and who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, or emotional challenges, are eligible for a sponsored kit.
How the Program Works
These kits are available only through sponsorship. Each child’s kit is funded by a caring adult, family, or organization who donates to cover the cost of assembling a personalized resource kit designed to meet the child’s unique needs. Sponsorship ensures that every child receives meaningful, supportive items—not generic, one-size-fits-all materials.
Request a Kit or Become a Sponsor
If you know a child who would benefit, or if you would like to help support this initiative, please contact us to sponsor a child’s kit. We welcome sponsorships, donations, and volunteers to help continue providing these essential resources to families who serve our communities.
•Elementary School Kit–Youth Ages 5-12
•Middle/High School Kits–Ages 13-18
"There is no excercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up."
John Holmes
Join Us
Support our Service Members & Veterans by sponsoring a kit today!
