Empowering U.S. Virgin Islands communities through holistic wellness, economic equity, infrastructure development, family support, and innovation — cultivating purpose, wholeness, and generational strength.
Who We Are
Armored Hearts Foundation, Inc. is a U.S. Virgin Islands-based nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities we call home. We believe that lasting change happens when individuals are equipped with the tools, support, and opportunity to thrive — and that no one should navigate hardship alone.
Through five interconnected pillars of impact, we address the root causes of inequity and build the infrastructure of resilience that sustains communities for generations to come. Our work is grounded in faith, driven by purpose, and accountable to the people we serve.
Five Pillars of Impact
Holistic Wellness & Resilience
Supporting mental, physical, and emotional health through accessible programs that strengthen individuals and families from the inside out.
Economic Empowerment & Equity
Building pathways to financial independence through education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship support for underserved community members.
Community Infrastructure & Capacity Building
Strengthening the organizations, institutions, and civic networks that sustain our communities and amplify local leadership.
Social Support & Family Services
Connecting families with resources, advocacy, and compassionate care during life's most challenging seasons.
Innovation & Technology for Good
Harnessing technology to expand access, improve lives, and drive equitable, community-centered solutions across the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Programs & Initiatives
CHARTED — Graduate Readiness Initiative
A structured graduate readiness program that guides students through identifying and preparing for their unique post-secondary path. Through the Pathway Discovery Inventory and five defined pathways, CHARTED equips students with the clarity, tools, and resources to move forward with intention — whether toward higher education, career, trades, entrepreneurship, or service. Launching in partnership with a local private school in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.
Our Leadership
President
VernaLyn R. Julien
Secretary
Kalyn Fahie
Treasurer
Kimberly Industrious-Ayala
Reach Us
Armored Hearts Foundation, Inc. | EIN 66-1138114 | IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity