VA benefits advocacy & coaching through the same process the founder walked himself Canes built by a veteran, for veterans. The Veteran Promise Project began with a simple belief: every veteran who needs a cane should carry one that honors their service — not a generic aluminum pole from a medical supply catalog. Shanon Ryan handcrafts each cane from premium hardwoods, adding custom details like brass fittings, laser engravings, and finishes chosen by the veteran. Every cane is built at no cost to the recipient. Beyond the workshop, the project helps veterans navigate the VA benefits system — walking alongside them through claims, appeals, and the maze of paperwork that too many veterans face alone.