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Living 
Free
Together

Welcome, military families!
LFT values and honors the service and sacrifice of Charlottesville’s military families by offering skill-building workshops and opportunities for engaging in community to help veterans and military families grow personally and together.
Join Us At Our Next Event!

In order to attend LFT events, you must register an LFT account. You can do so here.

  • LFT Pool Party
    LFT Pool Party
    Sat, Aug 15
    Aug 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    1000 English Walnut Way, 1000 English Walnut Way, Earlysville, VA 22936, USA
    Join LFT for a splash-tastic pool party - fun, friends, and burgers await! FREE for all LFT participants! Bring a towel, your family & friends, and a side dish to share. We will have burgers (regular and veggie) and cold drinks. Walnut Hills Clubhouse; 1000 English Walnut Way, Earlysville
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    • What We Do
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    Family Support

    LFT is dedicated to supporting whole military families with their Fearless Family programs, knowing that solidarity builds resilience and community fuels strength.
    Every year, LFT hosts "Ruck the Ridge"– a can't-miss ultimate weighted hiking challenge that brings together the entire LFT community.
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    F.I.T. Program

    LFT's Fit with the Intent to Thrive centers physical and mental wellness for military personnel and first responders

    Ruck the Ridge

    Every year, LFT hosts "Ruck the Ridge"– a can't-miss ultimate weighted hiking challenge that brings together the entire LFT community.
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    4 Our Freedom 5K

    The 4OF5K is a long-time favorite event in the Cville running community.  We traverse the beautiful Panorama Farms course to honor our local veterans and military families.
    Real Lives, Real Impacts

    CULTIVATING LIFE THROUGH COMMUNITY.

    Living Free Together shares real strategies with real military families

    for restoring and strengthening relationships.

    This community is so AMAZING! It is for all ages of active duty, veterans and /or their spouses and children from all branches of service in the US Armed Forces. There is always so much to talk about and learn; 

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    - Spouse of US Army, Retired

    MILITARY FAMILIES NEED THIS!

    Support LFT

    By the Numbers
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    Our programs and events remain in forward motion year after year due to the dedication of our neighbors, friends, and countless community partners. Here are some notable numbers from 2025.

    Participants surveyed were willing to invite friends
    and family to join. 

    of donations go directly to programs. Enrichment programs are always free to participants. 

     

    Of families plan surveyed plan to participate in other
    programs.

    30+​

    91%

    100% 

    100%
     

    Families each year are supported and loved

    your contributions have a huge impact

    Invest in the future of our community of patriot families

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