Mission: Boots to Briefcases — Empowering RI Veterans and Their Families

Veteran confidently transitioning to a professional civilian career

Rhode Island’s Veterans Nonprofit

Mission: Boots to Briefcases

Empowering veterans and their families with the resources, referrals, and support they need to thrive in civilian life.

Serving those who served

Opening Doors for RI Veterans and Their Families

"To empower veterans and their families by providing tailored assessments, referrals, and services that help them navigate the challenges of transitioning to civilian life and thrive beyond their military experience."
Veterans & their families make our services their top priority
Fees for transitioning are highly competitive
MISSION: Boots to Briefcases is a veteran-founded and led RI Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation
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Veteran professional meeting and career transition

Founded by a family with a proud legacy, serving in every war since WWI, we understand the challenges veterans face and are committed to standing by them — and their loved ones — every step of the way.

The Mission

Veterans community support group

Our Purpose

We provide the single-source assistance to the military community during their transition. Services may be delivered by our staff, our partners, or a combination.

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Military family welcoming nonprofit community

The Mission

Our mission is to create a place where veterans and their families experience warmth and feel like they belong. We are here for them.

Meet Our Team
Career transition workshop for veterans

Our Programs

We offer a variety of programs and services for RI veterans & families. From career help to community events, we are here every step of the way.

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A Special Thanks and Support

“The service of these women didn’t stop when they took off the uniform. It continues every day. It is the way they lead, serve, and strengthen our communities.”

U.S. Senator Jack Reed — on the lasting impact of women warriors and the importance of supporting their continued leadership today and every day.

What drives us

Our Core Values

Teamwork

Together, as a team, we can achieve what individuals cannot. Our individual strengths complement and amplify the strengths of the group. We are individually and collectively responsible to act right and to hold others accountable. We are committed to each and every individual.

Accountability

We hold ourselves personally and collectively responsible to act right and to hold others accountable in an open and ethical process.

Communication

We are committed to the clear and transparent exchange of information and ideas. We model respectful interaction through listening, understanding, and appreciation of opposing views.

Customer Service

We strive for the highest standards of service to and seek continuous improvement through feedback from our veterans and their families.

Our story

Who We Are

We embrace the national No White Ribbon Campaign

We are a nonprofit with a vision to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Defense. We are committed to standing with our veterans and their families — not just during transition, but throughout their lives.

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Patriotic celebration with sparkler and American flag

The gift of giving

Our military community continues to make tough decisions and sacrifices for us. Please contribute to providing them with the tools they need for a successful military-to-civilian transition.

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Voices from our community

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED: Career Transitions & Events That Work!

“I just wanted to say thank you for putting on such an awesome event. The ping pong tournament was so much fun, I had a great time playing, meeting everyone, and being part of something that supports a great cause.”

— RMCJ, RET (USNI-ER)

“I just want to say how much I appreciate all that you do. I am so very grateful for the assistance and guidance you provided me.”

— MSU, RET (USAF), CPRW

“I just wanted to say thank you for putting on such an awesome event. The ping pong tournament was so much fun, I had a great time playing, meeting everyone, and being part of something that supports a great cause. Everything was well-organized, and I'm glad I had the chance to participate. I look forward to more events like this in the future. Keep up the great work!”

— Eric Pigeon

Our Partners

Trinity Rep
Rhode Island FC
Revolution American Bistro
Not Your Average Joe's
Urban Air Adventure Park

Reach out

Contact Us

Better yet, meet us in person! Our community offsite work is considerable. All programs and services are by appointment. Evening and Saturday appointments are also available.

Address

623 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886

Appointments

Evening and Saturday appointments available