Need A Light; Be A Light
Your light can change someone’s day. Even the darkest storms pass. My story isn't over; the light inside me still shines for me and for those around me.
If you find yourself in the dark today, reach out. If you are strong today, be the light someone else needs. Together, we shine brighter.
Post a photo, share your light, and inspire others by tagging @SeaWavesInc and using #NeedALightBeALight.
The Lighthouse Project
The Lighthouse Project™
A Beacon of Hope. A Path to Support.
No one should have to navigate life’s storms alone.
The Lighthouse Project™ is SEA WAVES’ community outreach initiative, connecting service members, veterans, and military families with life-saving resources, trusted care, and hope. Through outreach, resource navigation, education, and community connection, we help individuals find support before a crisis occurs.
At the heart of the Lighthouse Project is a simple belief: connection saves lives.
Shining a Light on an Overlooked Crisis
Eating disorders are among the most misunderstood mental health conditions in the military community and carry one of the highest mortality rates of any mental illness. Suicide is a leading cause of death among those living with an eating disorder, making early intervention, connection, and access to specialized care essential.
The Lighthouse Project exists to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and ensure no one has to face these challenges alone.
What We Do
The Lighthouse Project brings the military community together through programs that inspire connection, education, and hope, including:
- Care Navigation & Resource Connection to vetted eating disorder and mental health providers
- Wellness Resource Fairs connecting military families with trusted organizations and services
- Beacon Buddy Check™, encouraging meaningful conversations and connection throughout the year
- Need a Sister; Be a Sister™ self-care events that foster belonging, wellness, and support among women veterans
- Community Awareness Campaigns that reduce stigma and shine a light on eating disorders, mental health, and suicide prevention
- Partnerships and Community Events that strengthen collaboration across the military and veteran community
All Lighthouse Project programs and services are provided at no cost to the military community.
Need a Light; Be a Light.
Everyone deserves a light to guide them, and everyone has the ability to become a light for someone else.
Whether you share resources, check in on a friend, volunteer, partner with us, or make a gift, every act of compassion helps build a stronger, healthier military community.
Need a Light; Be a Light.
Together, we can ensure no one has to navigate life’s storms alone.
