Warrior GMR Foundation

What Warrior GMR Foundation does

Warrior GMR Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2021 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, with operations anchored at Scott Air Force Base. The organization's mission is to promote physical, psychological, and social wellness for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families by leveraging gaming as a therapeutic and community-building platform. Its core product suite includes the Veteran Resilience Support System (VRSS), a three-tiered mental health platform combining self-directed tools, peer support, and professional resources with a stated goal of serving 100,000 veterans by 2028; the Recon C.A.R.E Companion Program, an AI-powered Discord bot that detects signs of distress and routes users to trained peer supporters; and the Bella chatbot integrated through a partnership with Clever Health. Supporting offerings include a Discord-based community hub, the Warrior GMR HQ Podcast, the Operation Sentinel leadership training initiative, and a multi-city summit series (Mental Health and Gaming Summit, National Defense Summit, Veterans Day Invitational). The foundation maintains a strategic partnership with the US Department of Veterans Affairs Center for Minority Veterans, enabling direct distribution of programs to VA-connected veterans.

The organization operates on a nonprofit revenue model funded by individual donations (via funraise.org), corporate sponsorships from companies including Verizon, Walmart, Microsoft, Meta, Sony PlayStation, and SHI, and event-related revenue. All programs and services are provided free of charge to veterans and service members. The organization employs 1-10 staff with an Executive Board and Advisory Board totaling approximately 20+ individuals including retired senior military officers (Generals Garrett, Votel, Martin), clinical psychologists, and AI specialists. Technology partnerships with Clever Health (Bella chatbot) and HomeTeam (Recon C.A.R.E AI enhancement) provide core AI capabilities, while academic partnerships with Harrisburg University, Howard University, Shenandoah University, and Purdue University support research validation, venue hosting, and HBCU engagement. The foundation addresses a stated problem of veteran suicide (22 per day cited) and isolation during military-to-civilian transition through its integrated gaming-community-technology model.

Name

Warrior GMR Foundation

Legal name

Warrior GMR Foundation

Website

https://warriorgmrfoundation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Warrior GMR Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that uses gaming, AI-powered peer support tools, and a national summit series to address veteran mental health and suicide, serving veterans, active-duty service members, and military families free of charge.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Mental Health Services

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Other Similar Organizations (except Business, Professional, Labor, and Political Organizations) (813990)

akta.pro primary industry

Game Server Hosting & Community Infrastructure (private servers, matchmaking communities) (MPAFAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community Safety, Moderation & Trust Tools (UGC moderation, anti-toxicity) (MPAFAIAJ)

Keywords

• Veteran mental health
• Community support services
• Gaming therapy programs
• Esports tournaments veterans
• Peer support network

Headquarters

HQ city

Scott Air Force Base

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: Individual donations accepted through the organization's website via funraise.org platform. Mail check donations also accepted at the Scottsdale address.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors including Verizon, Walmart, Meta, Microsoft, SHI, Sony PlayStation, and others provide financial and in-kind support for events and programs.
3. Event Revenue: Revenue generated from summit registrations, tournament entries, and associated sponsorship packets for events like Mental Health and Gaming Summit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Warrior GMR Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides free veteran mental health and community support programs built around gaming culture. Its core offerings include the Veteran Resilience Support System (VRSS) three-tiered platform (self-directed, peer, and professional support), the Recon C.A.R.E Companion Program featuring an AI-powered Discord bot for crisis detection, in-person summit events, esports tournaments, a Discord community hub, and the Warrior GMR HQ Podcast.

Product overview

The Warrior GMR Foundation is a nonprofit organization operating as a unified platform that combines community, technology, and events to support veteran mental health through gaming. The core offerings include the Veteran Resilience Support System (VRSS), a three-tiered support platform, and the Recon C.A.R.E Companion Program featuring an AI-powered peer support bot. These are supported by the Discord community hub, the Warrior GMR HQ Podcast, Leadership Brief platform, and various event programs including summits, the Veterans Day Invitational esports tournament, and Operation Sentinel leadership training. The organization aims to serve 100,000 veterans by 2028 through this integrated ecosystem of peer support, professional care, and community connection.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Warrior GMR Mental Health and Gaming Summit: Flagship event series focused on mental health awareness, peer support, and career development for veterans through gaming culture.
• Veteran Resilience Support System (VRSS)
• Recon C.A.R.E Companion Program
• Warrior GMR HQ Podcast

Products and services

• Veteran Resilience Support System (VRSS) A three-tiered mental health support platform for veterans that combines self-directed tools, peer connection, and professional mental health resources. It targets serving 100,000 veterans by 2028.
• Recon C.A.R.E Companion Program A peer-to-peer support initiative featuring an AI-powered Discord bot that detects signs of distress and immediately connects individuals to trained peer supporters. Extended to veterans, military, first responders, and civilians.
• Warrior GMR Summit Series A series of in-person and virtual events dedicated to mental health awareness, peer support, and career development for veterans, featuring gaming tournaments and keynote panels.
• Warrior GMR HQ Podcast A podcast exploring gaming's impact on mental health and personal development, featuring stories of unity between veterans and youth, mentorship culture, and the transformative power of gaming.
• Operation Sentinel A leadership training initiative that uses gaming to teach resilience, teamwork, and life skills for veterans and service members.
• Veterans Day Invitational Annual esports tournament featuring Rocket League Invitational with Military and Veteran Division, Collegiate Division, and Youth Division, including scholarship awards.
• Leadership Brief A platform featuring senior leader perspectives on veteran mental health, transition, community, and suicide prevention.

Quantifiable outcome

• Veterans engaging with Warrior GMR community report profound sense of belonging and camaraderie
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• US Dept of Veterans Affairs Center for Minority VeteranscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 July 2024Key partner hosting VA Secretary at Mental Health and Gaming Summit. VA staff participate in Warrior Wednesdays townhalls on Discord, providing direct outreach to veterans. VA Secretary Denis McDonough spoke at July 2024 summit.
• HomeTeamcoreTechnology or Integration · 5 January 2024Strategic partnership to bolster Recon C.A.R.E Program through advanced training modules and AI technology integration. CEO Sam Dorison leads the partnership, bringing targeted resources for mental health and crisis management.
• Harrisburg UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Research partnership revealing that veterans engaging with Warrior GMR community experience profound sense of belonging and camaraderie, fostering hope and improved health outcomes.
• UKnightedXPminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2022501(c)(3) charity nonprofit providing strategic consulting services to amplify Warrior GMR's mission of health, wellness, and community-ship through gaming. Led by retired Army Veteran Mitchel Reed.
• Clever HealthcoreTechnology or Integration · 17 August 2021Health tech partnership providing AI-driven Bella chatbot offering 24/7 mental health chat support and RX savings for veterans and gamers. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona with 92% user recovery rate (Johns Hopkins study).
• VerizonminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Corporate sponsor providing support for Warrior GMR Foundation events and programs. Listed as a sponsor in the organization's partnership section.
• WalmartminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Corporate sponsor supporting veteran mental health and gaming initiatives.
• MetaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Corporate sponsor supporting the foundation's mission through gaming and mental health programs.
• MicrosoftminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Corporate sponsor providing technology and support for esports events and programs.
• SHIminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Technology sponsor supporting Warzone Warriors charity tournament and other events.
• Sony PlayStationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Corporate sponsor supporting gaming events and veteran community programs.
• Transcend FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Foundation sponsor supporting the foundation's charitable mission.
• A-G AssociatesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Corporate partner supporting veteran initiatives.
• Howard University EsportscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Host venue partner for Mental Health and Gaming Summit at Howard University Blackburn Center. Collaboration on HBCU student engagement and esports programs.
• Purple Heart FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Veteran service organization partner supporting mutual missions.
• CANA AdvisorsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Advisory partner supporting foundation initiatives.
• Patriot PowerUpminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partner organization providing veteran inpatient treatment resources.
• CAMS-careminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partner providing evidence-based suicide treatment training using the CAMS Framework for treating veteran mental health drivers.
• The Rugby FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partner using rugby sport to provide guidance through education, training, and mentorship in veteran communities.
• United Heroes LeagueminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partner ensuring children of military service members have opportunities to participate in athletics.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Wounded Warrior Project: Large established veteran service organization with mental wellness, physical health, and career transition programs — a scaled incumbent operating in the broader veteran wellness space Warrior GMR also addresses.
• Hire Heroes USA: Nonprofit providing veteran career transition and employment support — comparable veteran post-service transition focus, with different delivery (employment vs. gaming community).
• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led disaster response and community service nonprofit that engages veterans post-service — comparable veteran-reintegration mission at larger scale.
• Blue Star Families: Military-family-focused nonprofit supporting service members, veterans, and their families through research, programming, and community — adjacent on military-family and transition support.
• The Mission Continues: Nonprofit focused on veteran transition through service, leadership, and community impact programs — overlaps on veteran post-service identity, purpose, and community-building.

Direct peers

• Stop Soldier Suicide: Veteran suicide-prevention nonprofit providing direct clinical support and connection to resources for service members, veterans, and families — directly aligned mission on veteran mental health and suicide.
• Operation Supply Drop: 501(c)(3) that builds gaming communities and care packages for veterans and active-duty military, including an esports program — closely aligned veteran-gaming nonprofit model.
• Stack Up: Veteran-focused nonprofit that uses gaming and esports to support active-duty service members and veterans with PTSD and other challenges — directly comparable mission, target audience, and gaming-as-therapy thesis.

Others

• US Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Minority Veterans: Federal government partner that hosts Warrior Wednesday townhalls and co-develops programming — a strategic distribution and ecosystem partner rather than a competing nonprofit.
• Clever Health: Health-tech partner providing the Bella chatbot that powers Warrior GMR's 24/7 mental health chat support — an enabling technology and integration partner rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

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Funding overview

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