No Barriers Warriors

America’s rural communities are home to millions of men and women who have served in our armed forces, many of whom face challenges due to service-related disabilities. CoBank has partnered with No Barriers USA and our customers to honor and support these veterans by sponsoring up to 50 rural veterans with disabilities to experience the No Barriers Warriors program.

The CoBank/No Barriers program provides an opportunity for veterans with disabilities to tackle personal challenges, stretch physical and emotional boundaries and overcome barriers, creating a catalyst for positive change.

By participating in demanding activities like rafting, rock climbing and hiking, participants become better equipped to overcome the obstacles they face in their daily lives. By sharing the experience with other veterans, they also build a network of support that can last a lifetime.

Each year we invite CoBank customers to refer deserving veterans to this challenging and inspiring program.

Expeditions take place at the No Barriers Mountain Campus in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado.

 
 

How to Apply

CoBank customers are invited to promote the program to disabled veterans in their communities and invite them to apply directly through No Barriers.

Veterans simply complete the application form. Veterans who indicate that they have been referred by a CoBank customer will be given preference as expedition teams are formed.

Once applications are submitted, No Barriers will contact the veteran directly to complete the interview and medical review process. Veterans must fully complete the application and acceptance process in order to participate.

Up to 50 veterans will be selected for the CoBank-sponsored No Barriers Warriors expeditions on a first come, first served basis.

 
 
 
 
Information for Customers

America’s rural communities are home to millions of men and women who have served in our armed forces, many of whom are living with a disability. CoBank has partnered with No Barriers to honor and support these veterans.

With the help of its customers, CoBank will identify and sponsor up to 50 veterans with disabilities from rural communities to take part in one of four, multi-day No Barriers expeditions. These experiences offer veterans more than just a mountain vacation. They provide an opportunity to challenge limitations – both real and perceived – and to create a network of support that can last a lifetime.

If selected, CoBank will cover all costs for the participating veteran, including travel expenses.

Customers are encouraged to promote the program to veterans in their community and instruct them to apply directly.

No Barriers will contact applicants directly to complete the process.

Information for Veterans

America’s rural communities are home to millions of men and women who have served in our armed forces, many of whom are living with a disability. CoBank has partnered with No Barriers to honor and support these veterans. With the help of our customers, CoBank will identify and sponsor up to 50 veterans with disabilities from rural communities to take part in the No Barriers Warriors experience which includes one of four, multi-day No Barriers expeditions. These experiences offer veterans an opportunity to challenge limitations – both real and perceived – and to create a network of support that can last a lifetime.

Is a CoBank/No Barriers Expedition for You?

  • Are you a veteran from any branch of the U.S. armed forces?
  • Do you suffer from a service-related disability, whether visible or invisible?
  • Do you have a VA disability rating?
  • Are you interested in challenging limitations and overcoming obstacles?

No Barriers Experiences Available

No Barriers experience includes focused online training to learn the No Barriers Life elements and connect with their team/rope team before the expedition as well as support to accomplish goals set on the trip after they return home.

Applications are considered on a first come, first served basis, but applicants who indicate they have been referred by a CoBank customer will be given preference. Once your application is received, you will be contacted by No Barriers who can provide additional information on the program.

You must submit your application by June 15 to be considered.

If selected for the program, CoBank will cover all costs for the participating veteran, including travel expenses.

 
 

Important Dates

March 6, 2024 Application period opens
June 15 Application period closes
June 28-July 2 Basecamp expedition (Colorado)
July 12-16 Basecamp expedition (Colorado)
July 26-30 Basecamp expedition (Colorado)
August 2-6 Basecamp expedition (Colorado)
August 13-19 Backcountry expedition (Wyoming)
August 22-28 Backcountry expedition (Colorado)
September 5-11 Backcountry expedition (Colorado)
September 15-21 Backcountry expedition (Wyoming)
NB Warriors Backcountry Expedition CoBank #3 07/27-07/30 2021