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A Community-Driven Nonprofit

Restoring dignity,
one family at a time.

The Sacred Vale Foundation exists first to honor Veterans and First Responders — and to walk beside every family, uplift Native youth, and strengthen every community we are blessed to serve.

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Who We Are

Standing with families in their moments of greatest need.

The Sacred Vale Foundation is a community-driven nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that individuals and families have access to the basic necessities that sustain dignity, stability, and hope.

We serve those facing hardship, uplift those who serve our communities, and stand with Tribal Nations, families, and disaster-impacted communities in their moments of greatest need — guided by the principles of service, honor, equity, and community resilience.

Every program is designed to meet people where they are, restore stability, and strengthen the communities we serve.

Our Mission

To provide essential resources, emergency relief, and educational opportunities that strengthen families, honor service members, and empower Tribal communities across the nation.

Our Vision

A future where every person has reliable access to food, water, shelter, household essentials, and the support needed to rebuild, recover, and thrive.

What We Provide

Four programs. One purpose — stability for every household.

Four connected programs serve Veterans, First Responders, Native students, families, and communities with equal dignity, care, and purpose.

Veterans & First Responders

  • Transitional housing, up to 24 months
  • A fully free program — no cost to residents
  • VA benefits navigation & job placement support
  • A guided path toward permanent housing

Basic Necessities & Household Support

  • Food, water & hygiene items
  • Clothing & shoes
  • Diapers & baby formula
  • School supplies & medicine

Native Student College Program

  • Last-dollar tuition & fee support, after FAFSA & other aid
  • Free private student housing
  • Meals, school supplies & a laptop provided
  • For enrolled members of federally recognized Tribes

Community Support & Disaster Relief

  • Natural disaster relief
  • Emergency supply distribution
  • Clean-up support
  • Partnerships with local & Tribal agencies

To every Native youth and every community that calls on us — you are seen, you are valued, and you are never alone.

Retail & Mall Partnerships

Turn everyday commerce into lasting community impact.

Retailers, malls, venues, businesses and community partners can help The Sacred Vale Foundation move useful goods and financial support directly toward people and programs in need.

Donate New & Excess Inventory

Contribute new merchandise, overstock, returns, discontinued products and other usable inventory for community distribution and Foundation programs.

Host a Donation Site

Welcome a Sacred Vale collection bin or giving point on your property and make it simple for shoppers, employees and guests to participate.

Partner With Purpose

Corporate gifts, sponsorships and community partnerships help strengthen support for Veterans, First Responders, Native youth, families and communities.

Make a Financial Gift Partner With Sacred Vale

People helping people  ·  Service  ·  Honor  ·  Community

Core Values

The principles behind every program.

I.

Service

Meeting people where they are with dignity and compassion.

II.

Community

Strengthening families and neighborhoods through unity.

III.

Honor

Supporting Veterans, First Responders, and Tribal Nations.

IV.

Equity

Ensuring access to basic needs and education for all.

V.

Resilience

Helping communities rebuild after hardship.

Who We Serve

Every program is built around a person, not a statistic.

Veterans & First Responders Families in financial hardship Federally recognized Tribal Nations Disaster-affected communities Children, elders & vulnerable households
Every program is designed to meet people where they are, restore stability, and strengthen the communities we serve.
The Sacred Vale Foundation — Our Commitment
Partner With Us

Corporations, Tribes & venues making an impact together.

The Sacred Vale Foundation partners with businesses, casinos, hotels, universities, colleges, arenas, and Tribal Nations to fund housing, our college program, and relief across Michigan and beyond.

Where Your Support Goes
Veterans Housing Program Native Student College Program Community Pantry & Closet Expanded Donation Center Donation Pickup & Transportation

To Corporations & Venues

  • Sponsor a program or campaign
  • Host a donation drive at your location
  • Feature Sacred Vale at your events
  • Offer in-kind goods or services

To US Tribes

  • Co-fund the Native Student College Program
  • Partner on Tribal community relief
  • Support veteran housing for Tribal veterans
  • Join us at Tribal & community events

To Our Community Partners

  • Refer families & veterans who need support
  • Volunteer time or expertise
  • Spread the word in your network
  • Host a donation bin or collection point
Become a Partner
Donate Goods

Turn what you no longer need into real impact.

Retailers, businesses, and individuals can donate gently used goods — every item helps fund our programs or goes directly to families in need.

Clothing & Shoes Accessories Beauty & Personal Care Electronics & Accessories School & Office Supplies Toys, Games & Books Sports & Fitness Gear Home Essentials

We make it easy.

  • Free porch pickup & service
  • Flexible scheduling
  • No cost to you, ever
  • Donation receipt provided

Drop-off bins are also available throughout Mount Pleasant & Rosebush, MI.

Schedule a free pickup

Call or text our donation line and our team will come to your porch — no cost, no hassle.

Call/Text 864-990-8757
Leadership & Governance

Guided by people rooted in the communities we serve.

Meet the people entrusted with the Foundation's mission, stewardship, and commitment to service.

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Clarissa Tahmahkera

President & Board Chair
clarissa@svf.life
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Aiman Kawas

Board Member
svfadmin@svf.life
SF

Sam Fawaz

Board Member
sam@svf.life
Get Involved

There are many ways to stand with us.

Whether you want to give, volunteer, apply, or partner — here's where to start.

Donate

Support essentials, emergency relief, and our college program with a one-time or recurring gift.

Volunteer

Help distribute essentials, support drives, or assist with community & disaster relief efforts.

Apply for the College Program

Native students who are enrolled Tribal members can apply for tuition, book, and tech support.

Partner With Us

Businesses, Tribes, venues & agencies can partner with us on funding and outreach.

Donate Goods

Clothing, shoes & household goods — schedule a free pickup or drop at a bin near you.

Reach the Foundation

Tell us how you'd like to help, apply, or partner, and the right person on our team will follow up with you directly.

PO Box # 13
Rosebush, MI 48878
864-990-8757
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  • Volunteering
  • Applying for the College Program
  • Partnering with the Foundation
  • Requesting assistance
  • Question/Inquiry
  • Something else

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