This nonprofit was there for me during my military transition and was so instrumental in supporting my mental health and helping me find community again.
I am a disabled vet and have found a home with Stack Up! This group does so many good things for Veterans that I can't encapsulate them all here.
I am a civilian who has been volunteering for Stack Up for over three years as part of the Stream Team and more recently as a group lead. While I am not a veteran, a lot of my family served, and I wanted to help in a way I was able. I chose Stack Up because of the people; both those working for the organization and the ones that they help. Stack Up has a real community in the Discord where members come together to play games online, share life's frustrations, or even make plans for local meet-ups. I recommend them to anyone I know who is a veteran, is a gamer, or is looking for ways to volunteer or donate to mental health organizations.
Stack Up is more then just a charity, its a community, its a place for being to share what ales you and find solace in the fact that you are not alone and there are those who are there to help you up in your times of strife. Even though I'm a civilian I've been welcomed with open arms by this community, and in all honesty, I don't know where I'd be today without them.
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Helped introduce me to magic the gathering and reconnected with people. Love chatting and gaming with everyone!
Stack up is a wonderful veterans non-profit. I've had the pleasure of working with them for the past 3 years and they've always been helpful and kind they're wonderfully transparent and i am excited to continue working with them in the future
This has absolutely changed my life allowing me to reach out to those who need us. Using gaming and geek culture is a way to help save people and help them with their mental health.
I am proud to have been touched by this organization.
Stack up has been essential in helping groups of veterans and other non profits reach the people that need to be reached.
Stack Up is hands down one of the most genuine and impactful nonprofits supporting veterans and active duty service members. Their mission to bring veterans together through the power of gaming is not only unique, but incredibly effective in building community, promoting mental health, and reducing isolation.
Whether it’s through their Supply Crates program sending games and gear to those deployed, the Air Assault program flying veterans to major gaming events, or the Overwatch Program mental health game nights, Stack Up puts in the work where it matters most. You can tell this organization is run by people who truly care.
As someone who's seen their work firsthand, I can confidently say Stack Up saves lives. If you're looking for a cause worth supporting, or you're a veteran looking for connection, this is the organization to check out.
I’ve volunteered with Stack Up before. They do an amazing job bringing together veterans from all generations and creating a safe space where everyone feels welcomed. Whether you’re fresh out or served decades ago, they treat everyone with the same respect and understanding.
What stood out to me most was how inclusive and down to earth the community was. They really get the different challenges veterans face. Steve is easy to talk to and communicate with, you can tell he loves what he does here. Volunteering with them showed me how powerful being around other veterans can be for a cause.
was part of this org for over a year n all i really learned was that steve is a misogynistic, racist, dishonorably discharged vet who make a gaming org that doesnt actually have mental health professionals. givin my combat ptsd a run for its money with how poorly this is run. theres much better vet charities with actual certified professionals with degrees that will help you get thru your ptsd. donate somewhere better than putting money in steves pocket. dont be fooled by this clown
I've finally found a home with these group of veterans. I have attending a few events like summer fest, fleet week and IGN live. It seems like everyone knows the red shirts when we show up as a group. They are have a gaming house which is located in Van Nuys which meets most Sundays to play games or relax.
I found StackUp around 2018. I loosely hung around for a few years, but when my dad passed to cancer in 2020, I really hit rock bottom. I had plenty of support at home, but they just don't understand my background like the folks involved in StackUp do. I became super active in the chat, built great friendships, and was able to use our common ground as veterans and active service members as well as our love of gaming culture to find a place I could really be myself and always have support. I never got to that dark place, but I'd like to think StackUp had something to do with that. I recently went to hang out with some fellow vets at Phalanx House and was able to visit Blizzard Studios because these folks really know how to network and enrich vets lives. This charity is worth every penny and every minute of your time and support. I know they have changed my life in major ways.
I've worked with StackUp for several years, and the folks continue to amaze me with their willingness to help other members. I wouldn't want to donate my time and energy to another non-profit.
The Stack up Veterans are great community and the veterans are good
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Vets for Vets. Making things better through gaming and community. Check them out today. You need this.
I have been a civilian volunteer for years and have always been amazed by how much they actually care. If you want to support a charity that actually does good for our Military and is very transparent about it all, this is the one. The mission is incredible, the programs actually help, and the community and members are the absolute best.
I have volunteered for this group and been a recipient of their help for years. They have helped me with a lot of my post military mental health struggles and dealing with life in general. Its one of the rare military mental health groups that actually cares and understands the nuance of being part of the LGBTQ community. They don't do lip service and are very straight forward.
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As a veteran I expect mouth service on the best of days. This org. has provided mental health services quickly and efficiently. Their additional veteran specific services are exceptional and I was beneficiary of their Air Assaults program. I was surrounded by fellow veterans that understood where I came from, while enjoying the first time I was able to relax in over a decade. This has helped me more than the VA has been capable of.
Stack Up has been one of the best charities I have had the pleasure of working with. With an amazing mission and a great group of people at the helm it has served to be one of my favorite groups to support.
Amazing charity that is actively combating Veterans' mental health issues through gaming. They have a great support network and are always sending out care packages to Service Members both past and present!
From the moment I joined the discord, to the moment they took me to PAX South, to the moment they brought their group to my area for more local meetups, I have never felt more included, seen, or helped, from any other charity or organization, than when I joined Stack Up's community.
As a veteran, sometimes it is very hard to find people that I can connect with and have great (and consistent) interactions with but Stack Up is filled with people that have similar lives, and events in those lives, as I have. Their teams have welcomed me in, and they promote mental health awareness and support through gaming which is absolutely my passion.
Their constant game nights, their fun events, and the great people that all are around to help each other and help others, is amazing!
Any veteran who loves gaming should definitely find their way to this charity's community!
I have seen this org go thru various trails and tribulations throughout the years. They always seem to have their community and veterans they serve in mind.
In 2022, we had the great honor of raising $7000 for Stack Up and creating a tremendous friendship with the folks on the team & Steve that continues to this day. Stack Up does incredible work for both veterans and communities alike. When we ran our #CalltoArms campaign, the team was quick to answer our questions and offer incentives, even letting us choose a veteran from our own community to send a supply crate to. Steve and his team are phenomenal, selfless people. Getting to visit the Phalanx House and meet veterans that were actively experiencing the benefits of Stack Up is a memory I will cherish forever.
I learned about Stack Up and joined their veteran Stream Team several years ago. I was initially excited to join and be part of a larger community that focused on gaming. What I was met with silence and no one. They didn't provide the "comradery" they touted so much. The face of the company was a Senior NCO acting like a junior enlisted.
I had followed the CEO of Stack Up on social media and saw posts that degrade people who were different, like taking pictures of people in public places that were seemingly unaware the CEO of a non-profit would be making fun of their haircut on a public forum. I stopped raising money for the organization when the CEO made a year end post for 2022 where he pointed fingers for "a financial deficit the likes of Stack Up had never seen before" towards all of the sponsors and organizations that had helped in the past. He even went as far to name a few of the organizations. It had become clear that this was an organization that was not grateful for the help of sponsors, but rather expected money in their outstretched palms. At PAX East I had the chance to meet the CEO, who was more interested in showing off his cosplay than having a real conversation. He told me they had this really awesome stream team for Veterans. The stream team I had been part of for several years now. He was so out of touch with this team he was trying to sell to people. I told him I was on the team and he said great and immediately disengaged from our conversation. It hurt.
When Regiment GG came on board everything just got worse. They welcomed into their already struggling community a culture of toxic "bro gamers" that take every single person off the street regardless of how poorly they treat other members of the community. The "largest military gaming community" seems to be beyond the ability to moderate. I felt isolated. I reached out to some other members. I was served with the old school toxic mentality of "change your socks and drink some water." As a Veteran that suffers from PTSD and suicidal ideations this wasn't the answer. They push their mental health programs and outreach, yet they were driving me to a place that, if gone too far, I'd never return from. The CEO of Regiment has only shown why Regiment and Stack Up are a match made in heaven. Abandoning the "one team, one fight" messaging for one of bitterness and self-proclaimed pettiness. Spreading messages to team members to not support other Veteran organizations because he was turned away for a job. Maybe rightfully so by the looks of it. Commenting on social media posts of streamers fundraising of other Veteran organizations publicly bashing their choice to fundraise for someone different.
I have been lucky enough to find a loving home in the Veteran gaming community elsewhere that has positively contributed to my mental health and healing as a disabled Veteran.
As a veteran, there are days where my mental health suffers, or when things weigh heavy on the mind, Stack Up is always there for when I need them most. Never judgmental, but always willing to help. The gaming support crates that they send out, are a GODSEND to many that have fallen on hard times, or got deployed. They realize gaming is a powerful tool to help combat depression, and gives us service members friends that we can relax around. 15/10 would recommend again.
As a veteran, after my service in the Army, I’ve always felt like I lacked purpose. StackUp gives me purpose!! Living close to StackUp’s Phalanx House has allowed me lots of opportunity to see the hard work on the backend that’s put in by the team at StackUp! Their mission is Veterans and they are damn good at it.
I was going through a rough time. My PTSD was really bad and it got to the point I felt useless and really in my head that no one wanted me around. Having a daughter I knew that I couldn't just unalive myself. I needed someone to talk to hear me out and not judge. Then I remembered Stackup had 24/7 help. I was able to talk to someone and they listened and helped me through it. Its not easy to admit that something was wrong with me or to talk to a complete stranger about it. They were so professional and made me feel way better. I can't thank StackUp enough. This is truly an amazing NP and please never feel weak like I did. IF you do know that they are here and will be able to help.
There are so many resources to use being a veteran. and nothing is better than being around your fellow battle buddies who understand, especially a community who understands. with StackUp, they have someone available 24/7 in their server, which is an amazing opportunity and not a lot of places provide. I'm thankful to know I can have a space to talk to someone who needs a friend, but also to talk to others who understand my own internal problems. we all can support each other and that's what it's all about.
While deployed overseas my unit had little to no morale as far as entertainment went. I then one day saw a post on twitter talking about this company(StackUp) who was providing systems, games, etc. to those overseas and so I sought after them. As all things start I figured it was just another attention grab through the form of doing a good deed until one day I received an email from StackUp asking what we needed to better assist my troops. About a month later I received an Xbox Series X, six video games, t-shirts and a few other things. Immediately after opening the box up word got around to all the soldiers in the company and I was putting together tournaments every weekend. Thanks to StackUp they not only helped to boost company but for future units to come.
As a Veteran there are so many places to turn to when I need to talk to someone, it can be a bit overwhelming at times. But with StackUp, I feel comfortable turning to their Overwatch program for help if I need it. They have someone available 24/7 in their server, which not a lot of places provide. I'm glad to know I can have a place, not only to talk to someone when in need, but to talk to others who understand my problems and can relate to what I have been through.
Stack up is hands down the best nonprofit for the veteran community. Their 24/7 crisis support is staffed with trained professionals in helping veterans in crisis. The number 1 aspect that sets them above other vet resources, is their staff are veterans themselves. I can't count how many vets have been saved by this resource alone. To top it off, they have several other programs that help donate PCs to vets in need as well as sending vets to conventions where they can socialize with others like them. I can't say enough good things about StackUp, they simply are the best
I love being able to work with a group of people that cares so much about vets and takes care of them! There Overwatch Program has helped out numerous vets that has needed someone to talk to. They give back to the community and are a great group of people!
Seeing how much this charity has impacted veteran and service members all across the globe is a breath of fresh air. I can't wait to see what is in store for the future of this org.
They have the best vision for taking care of veterans, I wish other organizations would learn from them!
This Org is full of fantastic people that really do care. The interaction I've had with every member has been positive and it is such a relief knowing that an org like this exists. Communities like this one are what make an Air Force vet like myself feel at home, even when being out for so many years. I can't say enough good things about this org.
One of the best US veteran non-profit organizations out there today. From the top leadership to the community, everyone is so accepting of our vets no matter their background. They hold weekly community meetings Wednesday via Discord, covering all the latest happenings within the organization and allowing the community to take part in showing support - be it through game and movie nights, to volunteering time at local community events across the US. They also provide 24/7 mental health access via their Discord server that they call the Overwatch program. 10/10
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Your Rating: 5 stars
Role: Volunteer
June 29, 2022
I have been a volunteer for stackup going on three years. You cannot find a more passionate and dedicated organization. The variety of programs available from stackup allows the organization to reach as many as possible on different levels. The need continues to increase and stackup has continued to grow and be creative to be able to continue supporting as many as possible while having fun during so many events. I am proud to be a part of such an amazing organization
I have been fundraising for this organization for the last 4 years. I am a veteran, most of us in BTU are. This organization takes our love of the Military, those who serve and Video games together in a way that resonates. We know gaming helps with PTSD we know playing can relax you and pull your mind elsewhere. We know playing with friends and family helps and we know our time working with this organization is time well spent. We look forward to many more years helping and hope to do more in the future.
I discovered Stack Up about 3 years ago. I thought they were pretty cool, and I signed up to help support one of their programs. What a whirlwind experience. I was privileged to meet everyone on staff up to the CEO. They changed the way I viewed the non-profit world and my own mental health. My wife is a veteran that struggles with some mental health disorders, and I am a disabled veteran. Stack up has been gracious enough to share their lives and experience with me. They are one of the best non-profits I've experienced, and they really work hard to put themselves out there and help veterans as much as they can. Their leadership participates in every program they run as volunteers on top of doing their staff jobs. They really are an incredible group that changed my life, as well as the lives as hundreds/thousands of others.
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Stack up has helped changed the way we engage with our community. Their support, the opportunities we've been given, and the global impact they push for are really life changing.
Their staff are more dedicated than any we've had the pleasure of working with!
As a streamer and a veteran I can't speak highly enough about Stack Up. I was given the opportunity to go to LA last year as an Air Assault to Comic Con which is a trip I would never be able to pay for myself. Seeing not only the effort by stack up but the events and doors they open are second to none. As a streamer I can say their support is unreal and they are extremely easy to work with. I love this organization and will continue to work with them going forward.
I have worked with this charity for about two years now. They are a great group of people who are doing their best to support and help veterans. I was even a member of one of their programs called Air Assault, where a group of Veterans get to join the Stack Up crew at convention/expo. It was a wonderful time, and a great blessing for my mental health. I have since joined the local volunteer chapter to help out in the Dallas area.
I have worked with Stack Up for a few years now. They genuinely care about helping veterans and active duty military.
As a veteran with Mental health problems it can be difficult to find somoeone who will listen and understand but the people with StackUp which includes myself there is always someone who will listen and understand no matter the day of the week or time of day
I volunteer as a Game Lead and Stack Up is a second home to me. The people i have met and stories I have heard while helping Stack Up promote positive mental health through gaming is amazing. I will stay in this community for as long as its around, the people in there are my second family and being able to be a part of their mission is awesome.
I work as a peer counselor for student veterans at LSU-Alexandria as well as the director of the university veteran's lounge. In an effort to give our student veterans more ways to relax and recoup from the stress of student life, Stack-up shipped up a gaming system, games and other supporting equipment.
Every day I have students come into my office and tell me how much they enjoy being able to decompress with some friendly competitive gaming with fellow veterans.
The pretty much told me to go kill myself when I was suicidal stay far far away also very few people that actually served.
I'm a 100% disabled veteran and was a part of this charities discord. I was communicating with other members about different resources that are available to veterans and soldiers. Because I was helping other veterans and military members with resources that weren't StackUp, I was removed and placed on a no admit list. I believe this is elitist, selfish, and can lead to the detriment of those in need.
As gamers, we know the crucial role that gaming plays in our lives. Gaming has both physical and mental benefits. It encourages exercise in adults with lower mobility. It relieves pain symptoms in participants with syndromes such as fibromyalgia by offering cognitive distraction. Video games have been demonstrated to be acceptable psychotherapeutic tools to assist in mental health recovery. And of course, I personally have experienced the stress relieving properties of video games.
I've also been married to a disabled veteran with PTSD and saw what benefits gaming gave to him. When the rest of the world seemed overwhelming, or when he felt helpless to accomplish everyday tasks, he could immerse himself in a game to gain some of that feeling of self worth back.
Fantastic organization, have be fortunate to discover them in 2018 and have been in their community since then. They are crushing for our active military and veterans.
Great organization,
Love their programs and hear a lot of awesome experiences from veterans as well! :D
In December 2020 my husband came home to see a box outside. And asked if I’d ordered something (lol) to our surprise we’d been gifted with a Xbox box filled with a new Xbox, headset, games etc it was a huge surprise because we’d never heard of the organization before. But we’re forever grateful as it was an extremely tough time for our family and my husband is a fully disabled Army vet with severe PTSD and gaming really helps him with coping and stressful situations. So thank you stack up from the bottom of our hearts.
I have been a volunteer for Stack-Up for over 5 years and I still impressed with the way the organization has grown and evolved over that time. I have seen firsthand how the Stack-Up mission positively impacts the troops and their families, contributes to their mental wellness and is actively fighting the epidemic of Veteran suicide.
The transparency of this organization IS WITHOUT EQUAL! Every Wednesday, an open and PUBLIC meeting is held with all the CEO and Staff, allowing literally anyone to contact and interact with the leadership. Ask questions, make suggestions, get information, volunteer time, address issues – all these things can be done EACH WEEK. Just join their Discord server and talk to them. What other organization allows you to directly interact with their leaders and CEO on a regular basis?
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Stack-Up puts their money where their mouth is. These folks are helping our vets through gaming, overcoming PTSD issues, re-integrating and reconnecting with civilians and having a great time doing it. Take a look at some of their videos and if you don't put a lot of stock in online reviews, then let these vets tell you themselves. They send gaming care packages to folks currently deployed to help relieve the stresses associated with combat operations, organize and support groups of civilians and veterans who come together for camaraderie and fun and bring wounded and deserving vets to awesome gaming conventions for once in a lifetime experiences.
I was, and am still struggling with mental health. Stackup's STOP program was able to help me out when I was feeling low and lift me back up on my feet when I need it. Their donations to veterans and active duty personnel are fantastic, they are focused on their mission and doing what they can to ensure soldiers and veterans are taken care of.
An amazing charity with an amazing mission. I've served in the US Navy for 20 years and my husband served in the Army before receiving a serious injury during combat in Iraq. Stack Up has been extremely instrumental in helping me support my husband's mental health as he combats post-combat depression and PTSD. Their crisis support services are AMAZING and available 24/7! I can't recommend this charity enough!
Working with Stack Up and Liz, the community manager, has been lots of fun and a learning experience. As a stack lead, I am looking forward to being a part of the organization for a long time.
Such a great cause and such a fun bunch to help out!
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It’s been another awesome year supporting these guys and girls. The STOP programme has exploded like the flash bang and the leadership have openly and transparently grown the influence it has in the community building a positive force for vets, active servicepersons and gamers in general!
My son lost an eye and his left hand in service. He started adapting... getting back to gaming....in the hospital within weeks if not less. I thank God for this "hobby" that has helped him in so many ways!
I was in the receiving end of an IED in Afghanistan in mid-2019. I lost a few fingers and a lot of my palm on my left hand. When Stack Up found me, I was alone and rotting in the hospital doing rehab and recovery. They flew me to a game convention in Texas, all the way from Maryland, to connect with people who understood what I was going through.
It was three days, expenses paid, of hanging out with other vets and the video game community getting reacquainted with gaming and gamer culture.
I thought I would never game again after my injuries. Since hanging out with Stack Up, I’ve beaten half a dozen games and I am going through a few more now.
On the surface it just looks like gaming, but it’s more than that. It gets me out of my own head. Gaming gives me a goal to focus on and an entertaining way to rehab my hands. Stack Up gave me that.
The people over at Stack up are awesome, caring individuals who go above and beyond to give back to our Service members and veterans! Their programs are unique and work to meet the community they are serving where there are needs in a way that aims to promote mental health! FANTASTIC organization! 5 Stars!
as a vet i was in a down and deep dark place as a friend recomended me to stack up now i am enjoying the company of vets and program available to me and now i am in a program that allows me to be a volunteer for stack up to others as well
I am just a general member of the public, not a veteran at all. And I live up in Canada. I was told about the group through a member and their Twitch channel. Even if you are not a member of the military, this group is one of the most honest, friendly, and funny groups I have ever been a part of. They do regular game / movie nights on their Discord. Open weekly meetings ANYONE can listen in on. And do LOTS of charity work for veterans (and not just in the US either). Find them on twitch, say hi. and join their Discord. Amazing group.
Being part of Stack-Up allows me to reach out and interact with Veterans like me instantly with Discord, in-game chat, on stream. They have game nights and more. A great group doing great things.
This was an amazing experience. StackUp is a wonderful team to be a part of. I loved finding, and encouraging streamers to make things they thought impossible happen in their communities and raise funds for StackUp. The Team, and everyone involved all share the same passion, raising awareness of the importance of mental health, and making sure our Veterans are taken care of in our own little way, sharing our love of gaming and the sense of community it invites.
Came across Stack UP a few months ago while watching a Call to Arms stream, delved straight into exploring who they were and what they did. The Overwatch Program stood out to me as something I really wanted to get involved in so I jumped at the chance! Using lived experience and qualifications to support those who come into Stack Up. I recently jumped at the chance to further my work with Stack Up and secured a paid job. They are really dedicated to veterans and the community, very down to earth and lovely people - who are an absolute joy to work with! Their determination and passion for their work is amazing. I am blessed to be a part of something so awesome and meaningful!
I found Stack Up during a bad time in my life. They helped me out tremendously, offering advice, resources, and just empathy in general. Their selflessness and effectiveness inspired me to contribute to their operations, and I have been consistently impressed with how professional and robust their programs are.
Really grateful for this organization and how hard they work to support veterans. I'm happy to have been a member of the community for a few years and see all the great stuff these folks do.
I found Stack-Up last year when I was working on trying to find ways to connect with more vets in the gaming community. I absolutely love what these guys do and how much they provide for the community. Their Overwatch Program has provided so much support for so many people, veterans and civilians alike.
Stack Up has been a pillar of my support system for several years now, especially through their StOP Overwatch Program. It’s hard to find the words... But I’ll try.
I was recently able to attend E3 2019 as an Air Assault guest. It was a pleasure to finally meet everyone in person, and great venturing outside of my comfort zone. I returned home tired yet refreshed for the daily battles against PTSD and TBI.
Without Stack Up watching my six an event like this would have never been attempted. A fun opportunity is nice and all, but it was more than that. I needed that morale boost to kickstart getting myself out there and involved with other veterans and civilians after a year of isolation.
Found them through an old friend, seemed like a really great non-profit organization and wanted to join in on the support of fellow veterans, military personnel and show others how gaming benefits them.
These guys are amazing! They are truly doing something wonderful and amazing. I have learned quite a bit about what they do and it is amazing! This organization is absolutely amazing, look them up yo!
I volunteer for StackUp, an awesome Org. I believe in what they do. I am a Nam era vet and have always believed in what John Nash had said.. "In helping others, we help ourselves".
I constantly volunteer for Stack Up, they are such an amazing charity organization. They have help me more than words can describe. They have helped me break out of my "social bubble" and helped me learn that I can do more then what I thought I could. They really make me feel like part of a family.
I was very lucky and was chosen to be an Air Assault - a veteran who gets flown out to geek culture events, in my case PAX East 2019. It was an amazing trip to say the very least! While I was there, I had the opportunity to hang out with some members of the organization and I can tell you: there is a genuine passion for what they're doing.
For instance, their Stack Up Overwatch Program or StOP, an initiative to bring awareness to suicide prevention and promote positive mental health, has been recognized by the CDC. (By the way, did you know that you don't have to be a veteran to pop in if you're having a hard time? It's open to *anyone*)
They work hard to get Supply Crates - think "Christmas for gamers" - out to active duty folks that are deployed, so they can use some of their precious downtime to relieve stress, laugh and bond instead of making less-healthy choices, both physically and mentally.
This is just a small example of the time, energy and other resources this team has dedicated to the cause of helping veterans, and it is just the tip of the iceberg!
Thank you for taking the time to read my feedback, and I hope you take just a few more moments of your time to read more about Stack Up and what they do, and possibly how you can support them.
Stack Up is probably one of the greatest resources I've found in dealing with PTSD. We lose 22 Veterans to suicide a day in America alone. PTSD is a serious issue, and it takes all types of approaches to combat it. I love volunteering for them.
A very small team with a giant impact on soldiers all over the world. They continue to deliver and are branching out to find new ways to help soldiers. Their new mental health program is amazing.
I am a Disabled Vietnam Combat Veteran that has played some sort of video game since 1981. I started to play PC Online games in 2001. For whatever reason, video gaming has helped me basically stay out of trouble and deal with my disability. I am not sure where I would be if I did not have video games to occupy my time, especially now that I am retired. I just recently heard of StackUp and am so happy that someone is supporting video gaming for Current and former Military Personnel to help them in anyway that is required. Speaking with the members of StackUp has given confidence that they care very much about what they are doing. So I have decided to help them continue their efforts in ways that I am able to do.
Had the pleasure of meeting the team at Twitch Chicago MeetUp and quickly knew i had to be involved and help out. The experience was impeccable and I can't wait for the next time
This is honestly one of the best nonprofit organizations I've ever come across. They focus 100% on helping our veterans. They provide assistance, community, brotherhood, fun and a positive environment. They give our veterans a safe and fun place to meet with others that have similar likes and interests and have this entire gaming community so that everyone feels right at home, from the first minute that they arrive. Their programs have helped so many veterans all across the country and I can't wait to see what other great things they do, in the years to come!
They are highly involved in everything that their name is apart of. Constantly going out of their way to ensure things are being taken care of. It's a real family friendly feeling and a place veterans can call a home or a great place to get help or help out. Amazing org.
Stack up has help'd me as a veteran, They made my experience great and showed me an entirely new world as well help coupe with medical issues! AMAZING GROUP!!!!!!!!
Being part of Stack-Up enables me to reach out and interact with Veterans like me instantly with Discord, in-game chat, on stream, etc. They are constantly active (gaming & in the community) and always welcome a helping body. They are an amazing organization
Found these guys through a post on PC Part Picker and I dropped into their discord. Nice folks who help out veterans and just hang out with you so you're not at a loss for finding someone to play games with and talk about things that not many other folks will understand.
StackUP is a great charity that completely believes in their mission of helping deserving Veterans, and Active-Duty Servicemen and Women through video games.
Been working with these guys as a volunteer for a while after seeing firsthand the support they give to our veterans. As a veteran myself it has been a blessing in disguise of the support they give and showing others how to pay it forward
These guys are so amazing. They have helped me so much, my words cannot describe what they have done for me. They welcome everyone with open arms and treat everyone fairly.
Being part of Stack-Up allows me to reach interact with other veterans on Discord. They are constantly active and are more than welcoming to new people who are willing to help. The Stack-Up community is awesome, they send, what they call, Care packages to troops and veterans.
when i needed them most, they were there. when i called, they answered. when i reached, they touched.
Stack up is whats for dinner, lunch and breakfast
they are the standard for mental health and suicide prevention training
I have supported this organization since its founding, but I became very actively involved when they started offering non-clinical crisis intervention and suicide prevention. The need for mental health in the veteran community is at an all time high and having a new and different way to reach out is a wonderful thing.
I met these guys as they worked with Critical Role to bring to light their work with Veterans and service members. They send veterans to industry events and send care packages to veterans and service members.
These folks have accepted me and keep tabs on me.
The people with Stacked-Up have been amazing, they go above and beyond what i expected when i reached out trying to get help for a personal friend of mine who was suffering after his separation from the service. They have really made a difference in his life and i CANNOT repeat how much their help has ment to me and him
As I started my transition out of the military I became involved with Stack Up, doing so has allowed me to link up with other veterans! Because of Stack-Up I have met some awesome people and get to spend time with them gaming and decompressing from the day to day stress.
These guys are awesome! They put a lot of effort into making things happen for veteran gamers all over the globe. Care packages to troops sending veterans to big-game events and just hosting a great community.
As a veteran I struggled to come to terms with being back. Feeling like I was stuck between two lives. Military. And civilian. Running into Stack-Up at PACEast was a surprise. They felt like family. From there I learned about their efforts to help veterans and active duty service members. All over the globe. It is truly inspirational, and I am proud to be a part of their community. The aid they give is truly beyond measure. Both publicly and behind the scenes.
I'm one of the team leads for the DFW stack. I'm also a combat veteran who believes that video games can be a tool to help people struggling with PTSD cope. When I found stack up, I fell in love with the community. I felt like I belong. It was the same feeling when I was apart of the military family. This organization is GREAT.
Being part of Stack-Up enables me to reach out and interact with Veterans like me instantly with Discord, in-game chat, etc. They are constantly active (gaming & in the community) and always welcome a helping body. They create opportunities and give purpose to some of us who have lost our way.
my name is Daniel I am from the island of Puerto Rico. i've always been a gamer but video games never was, what it became about a year ago. Never had I needed video games more than I do, now. Couple years ago I was going through a crisis existential and otherwise. Spent a week or so in suicide watch due to attempted suicide. After a few weeks of recollecting myself and looking for new purpose in life, I came across Stack-Up.org through a game call Squad last year during a charity event. I am no soldier just a volunteer but some might say I've earned my stripes. During that time conventional medicine was not working for me. Till I seen a video of Stephen talking about how "video games saved his life" I was moved by his message and found new purpose in life, being alone since I had lost a lot of my family and friends due to my mental state, what I had left I lost, due to previously being into the music business and being so focused in that. Stack UP or SUDO for short is an amazing community of volunteers, gamers, military personnelle and veterans from across the world. Joining to together to help each other and most importantly, raise awareness and help out veterans in need, through the power of video games.