ABout the Program
Knowing that military food insecurity was at an alarming 24%, affecting families far beyond our Kansas location, we recognized the need for a solution that could break geographic boundaries while still delivering support with dignity and care. From this vision, the Stronghold Ambassador Program was born—an innovative initiative designed to extend our reach and support military families worldwide.
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We are incredibly grateful to the Uncommon Grit Foundation for believing in this vision and helping us bring it to life in 2023. We are also proud to highlight the leadership of our very first Ambassador, Ashley Gutermuth—a renowned comedian, military family advocate, and Air Force spouse. Ashley’s commitment to supporting military families extends beyond her local community, as she takes Stronghold’s mission around the world with her comedy tours.
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In 2024, Stronghold’s Ambassador Program was honored with the prestigious Fisher House Service Award for its innovation and high-impact work within the military community.
We’re excited to continue this journey of growth, empowerment, and lasting change—one Ambassador at a time.
Become an Ambassador
Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of military families? As a Stronghold Ambassador, you’ll join a powerful movement—one that combines innovation with compassion, breaking down barriers and delivering essential support to families in need wherever they serve.
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Our Ambassadors are not just volunteers—they are change-makers, building trust, creating human connection, and empowering military families to thrive. You’ll help expand Stronghold’s reach to new installations and communities, ensuring no family faces hunger alone.
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At Stronghold, we grow sustainably and intentionally, reviewing each application thoughtfully to ensure every Ambassador is set up for success and that our mission continues to serve families year after year.
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If you’re passionate about supporting military families and ready to step into a leadership-oriented volunteer role, we invite you to apply.
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Ambassador Application Deadlines:
March 1, 2026
June 1, 2026
September 1, 2026
December 1, 2026
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Applications are reviewed following each deadline, and selected applicants will be contacted with next steps.
Join us in standing in the gap. Together, we can make sure no military family faces food insecurity alone.
Meet the Ambassadors
Global Ambassador & Partner
ASHLEY GUTermuth
Camp Lejeune | Jacksonville, NC
Berlinda Castillo
Ft. Jackson, SC
Corie and Matthew Weathers
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Virginia Beach, Virginia
tonya murphy
Scott AFB, IL
Heba Abdelaal
Fort Carson, CO
the teller family
Fort Riley, KS
rob and nina wilson
Camp Lejeune, NC
Lauren Gesling
Fort Carson | Colorado Spring, CO
Amy Bingham
Fort Campbell, KY
Ashlee Sullivan
Fort Riley | Junction City, KS
Kelsey Watts
Joint Base Charleston | Charleston, SC
Jessica Edwards
Fort Carson | Colorado Springs, CO
Taylor Hester
Naval Base Ventura County | CA
Angela Litteral
Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, NC
ginger bertrand
Hampton Roads, VA
heidi dindial
MCRD Parris Island | Beaufort, SC
shelby bateman
Norfolk Hampton Roads Region | VA
Amanda Saldana
Goodfellow AFB | San Angelo, TX
Monica Poulsen
Fort Benning, GA
Lauren Fender
JBLM | Tacoma, WA
Amanda Nagle
Naval Base San Diego | CA
Jessica Barber
San Antonio, TX
Traci Ostrander
NW San Antonio & JBSA-Lackland, TX
Ally Hughes
Fort Bliss | El Paso, TX
Robyn reed
Fort Carson, CO
Sandi Erlandson
Fort Polk, LA
Samantha Soucie
Subbase New London/Coast Guard Academy
Lynnie Thieme
Peterson SFB, CO
MELISSA JONES
Colorado Springs, CO
Marilee Gasperini
Fort Hood, TX
Maria and Patrick reed
Fort Carson, CO
Laraine Kiser
JBLM | Tacoma, WA
Stephanie Curnow
Schofield Barracks | Hawaii
MICHELLE BOWLER
Fort Belvoir | Burke, VA
Sarah Hallford
Syracuse, NY
Cindy Meili