The Mission Continues
After returning from Iraq, Greitens used his combat pay and the disability pay of two friends to start The Mission Continues. The mission of the organization is to "challenge veterans to serve and lead in communities across America."
The organization's fellowship program places post-9/11 wounded and disabled veterans in community-based nonprofit organizations for 14–28 weeks. The organization also matches each fellow with a mentor who assists the veteran in developing his or her professional and educational goals. Additionally, the Mission Continues facilitates volunteer-led service projects that encourage civilians and veterans to serve side by side through community service. Greitens currently serves as Chairman and CEO of The Mission Continues.
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