Memberships
Monthly memberships
Become part of something bigger!
Monthly supporters help Resilient Defense Institute provide positive opportunities, mentorship, education, and personal development for youth in our community. Members also receive access to exclusive discounts and special offers from partnered local businesses that support our mission.
Monthly Membership
$10
Membership fees directly support local children in need and help grow youth-focused programs throughout the community, while your member ID connects you with discounts from participating businesses.
Personalized Member ID
Members receive a custom ID card with their unique member number to present at participating businesses.
Stickers & Thank-You Card
Receive RDI stickers and a heartfelt card signed by youth participants.
Partner Business Discounts
Use your member ID to access exclusive discounts and benefits from local businesses that partner with RDI.
First participating business
Karen O’Hara joins as our first membership partner!
Karen O’Hara, MS, LCPC, LCMHC is located at 172 N. Main St., Suite 203, Barre, VT. Resilient Defense Institute members may contact Karen at karenoharalcpc@gmail.com or 802-441-6833 to schedule a complimentary consultation and ask about the $25 first self-pay therapy session discount.
Karen O’Hara
Special recognition is extended to Karen O’Hara, the first participating business in the Resilient Defense Institute Membership Discount Program. Partnered businesses help reward members while standing behind youth mentorship, education, and resilience.
Members are eligible for a complimentary consultation and $25 off their first self-pay therapy session in support of the emotional well-being of children, teens, and families.
Participating business
Barslow Construction supports RDI members.
Barslow Construction is offering RDI members free quotes and discounts on select services, including construction, renovations, roofing, doors, windows, siding, and related home improvement work.
Location: Williamstown, VT 05641
Website: barslowconstruction.com
Phone: (802) 249-3276
Email: thompson_rx@yahoo.com
Barslow Construction
Barslow Construction is a participating business in the Resilient Defense Institute Membership Discount Program. Members may ask about free quotes and available discounts on select construction and home improvement services.
Participating business
Aired Out supports RDI members and local outreach.
Aired Out, a podcast by JD Green, is offering RDI members discounts for podcast advertising and studio rental.
Location: 185 North Main Street, Barre, VT 05641
Website: airedoutvt.com
Email: beyondthedog97@gmail.com
Instagram: airedoutvt
YouTube: airedoutvt
Aired Out
Aired Out is a participating business in the Resilient Defense Institute Membership Discount Program. Members may ask about advertising discounts and studio rental discounts through JD Green.
Why your support matters
Every membership helps create lasting positive change!
- Expand youth programs and outreach
- Provide training opportunities and educational resources
- Support mentorship and leadership development
- Build confidence, discipline, and resilience in the next generation
Thank you to our monthly supporters
These members help keep Resilient Defense Institute moving forward by supporting youth mentorship, member benefits, and community outreach every month.
Helping strengthen youth mentorship and community outreach.
Helping strengthen youth mentorship and community outreach.