At Forging Vets, our story starts with a mission to empower veterans to lead healthier, happier lives. It all began when our founder Jason Miknuk who is a former medic in the Army decided to use his love for knife making as a way of engaging fellow veterans and building a supportive network that could help address the mental health challenges among veteran community in the US. Our nonprofit organization serves veterans from all walks of life by providing an outlet that allows them to create while simultaneously connecting them with like-minded individuals. It is our sincere hope that this connection will improve mental well-being within our veteran community and reduce depression and eliminate suicide. Our program is dedicated to helping veterans take positive action toward bettering their lives and those around them.