Welcome to the
Joseph and Gracie
Galloway Foundation
We are dedicated to breaking down barriers for military Combat Medics and Corpsmen by providing support as they transition into civilian medical careers.
Central to our mission is the belief that Post-Traumatic Stress must be addressed directly and without stigma—recognizing that those who have served are uniquely equipped to support others. Through this work, we strive to help our nation heal, one step at a time.
FOUNDATION HISTORY & LEGACY
The Galloway Foundation was established to honor the life and legacy of Joseph L. Galloway, whose courage and commitment to service extended beyond the battlefield into a lifelong dedication to truth, compassion, and public service. His wife, Dr. Grace Liem Galloway, FNP-BC, PhD, has continued that legacy for over five decades, providing free healthcare to underserved populations — beginning with her volunteer service in Vietnam under Catholic Relief Services.
Originally, the Foundation’s mission focused on supporting U.S. military medics and corpsmen seeking to continue their calling by pursuing healthcare careers after military service. The vision was to empower these veterans to return to civilian life as licensed medical professionals serving in underserved or rural areas.
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EVOLVED MISSION & CONTEMPORARY FOCUS
As the opioid epidemic and behavioral health crises have escalated nationwide, the Foundation has expanded its mission to encompass a broader community focus. Recognizing that social determinants of health (SDOH) — housing insecurity, food instability, lack of transportation, and unsafe environments — are universal barriers, the Foundation’s leadership has integrated a whole-person, community-based model that connects veterans, families, and the underserved to accessible care and recovery supports.
Under the direction of Dr. Grace L. Galloway and NP Ikram Mghazli, the Foundation now operates as both a tribute to service and a vehicle for transformation — addressing addiction, recovery, and mental wellness through integrated health access and recovery housing initiatives.
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VETERAN FOCUS & NATIONAL CONTEXT
While not all suicides among veterans can be directly linked to substance use, the tragic trend is undeniable. Recent analyses indicate an increase in veteran suicides from 22 deaths per day to 33 per day, underscoring the urgent need for coordinated care that addresses both mental health and substance use disorders within the veteran and broader underserved populations.
This expanded mission is grounded in a central principle articulated by Dr. Galloway:
“We must meet the patient — and the community — where they live.”
CURRENT INITIATIVES
Today, the Galloway Foundation’s programs include:
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Transitional housing linked with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and peer recovery supports.
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Veteran reintegration and healthcare workforce mentorship initiatives.
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Community-based SDOH stabilization programs in partnership with AYA House, Borderbelt Behavioral Health, and Cornerstone Community Health.
Through this expanded vision, the Foundation continues its founding legacy — service through healing — while responding directly to North Carolina’s most urgent behavioral health and substance use challenges.
