When we say the True Top 1%, we mean our Military not the wealthiest Americans.

Established to address the pressing mental health needs of military personnel and veterans, the True Top 1% Foundation (TT1P) is a pioneering non-profit organization headquartered in South Bend, Indiana. Since its inception, TT1P has been steadfast in its mission to revolutionize mental health support and combat veteran suicide. Through a diverse array of programs and initiatives, TT1P endeavors to provide comprehensive and innovative solutions to those who have courageously served their country.

Central to TT1P's efforts is the Arts4Vets program, which harnesses the therapeutic power of art to aid in the healing process. Through art therapy classes, workshops, and events, veterans are provided with a creative outlet for expression and self-discovery. The annual Arts4Vets Art Drive, held during Armed Forces Month, mobilizes the community to collect art supplies in support of these initiatives.

In addition to arts-based interventions, TT1P organizes large-scale events like Battle Back 24, a 10-hour concert featuring a battle of the bands format. These events serve not only as entertainment but also as platforms to raise awareness about the mental health challenges faced by veterans and active-duty personnel.

Collaboration lies at the heart of TT1P's approach, with partnerships formed with local businesses, organizations, and government agencies to amplify impact and reach a wider audience. Through strategic alliances and innovative approaches, TT1P aims to create a supportive ecosystem where veterans can thrive.

Driven by a deep commitment to serving those who have served, TT1P continues to push the boundaries of conventional mental health support. With unwavering dedication to innovation, compassion, and community, TT1P remains steadfast in its pursuit of making a meaningful difference in the lives of military personnel and veterans nationwide.

Our mission is to support, honor and empower our True Top 1%er’s (military) through Art Therapy, using art as a tool of self-expression to help our military community navigate through MST, PTS'D' and other traumas,

Our goal is to utilize art therapy as a powerful tool for emotional healing, offering avenues like painting, drawing, and sculpting to foster self-expression and reduce stress by elevating serotonin levels.

Our Core Values

• Community:

Our organization exists because we want to emphasize community and promote artists while also helping Veterans through art

• Art Therapy:

During our journey we have discovered art therapy as significant channel to aid in the healing process of our Veterans with PTS and other trauma.

• Education:

By encouraging a different perspective on what is generally advertised in the media

Our Beliefs: 

 We believe that art is a powerful tool for improving mental health. However, we recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all solution. As we grow, we understand that what works for some may not work for others. Our goal is not to confine you to a single program or assume that ours is the only correct approach to mental health improvement. On the contrary, we encourage you to explore various options and methods to enhance your well-being. While we stand behind our programs as valuable alternatives, we acknowledge that there are many paths to self-discovery and healing. Therefore, we continuously expand and enhance our offerings to provide veterans with a range of options to explore their journey through different forms of art.