Battle Borne

What Battle Borne does

Battle Borne is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2018 by USMC veteran Christopher Yarnell, headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania. It provides peer-driven support services to veterans and their families—primarily in the Lehigh Valley and across 15 Pennsylvania counties—addressing mental health, trauma, substance abuse, food insecurity, housing instability, and workforce re-entry. The service portfolio is comprehensive and free of charge to beneficiaries, encompassing drop-in services at the Veterans Resource Center, case management, certified recovery specialists, 12-step and recovery fellowship meetings, trauma support, trauma-informed yoga, transportation, the Military Share Food Distribution Program, and the upcoming Battle Borne Barracks housing initiative. Recurring community events such as Walk4Wellness, Coffee & Connections, and the Battle Borne Breakfast Club drive both awareness and fundraising.

The organization operates on a donation-based model with three revenue streams: individual donations via PayPal, merchandise sales through a Shopify storefront, and corporate giving. It has no proprietary technology platform, no mobile app, and no AI/ML components; service delivery is entirely human-driven and venue-based at the Allentown Veterans Resource Center and the Palmer Recovery Center in Easton, supplemented by partnerships with Northampton Community College, Unity Bank, Crossroads, and Palmer Recovery Center. The leadership team and board include licensed social workers, certified recovery specialists, active-duty and veteran clinicians, and credentialed trauma specialists, lending clinical credibility to the peer-driven model. The organization is small (6 employees), privately held, and funded entirely by donations, sponsorships, and grassroots fundraising with no disclosed institutional investment or foundation grants above the local level.

Name

Battle Borne

Legal name

Battle Borne

Website

https://wearebattleborne.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Battle Borne is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free, peer-driven veteran support services—case management, recovery, trauma support, food, transportation, and housing—across 15 Pennsylvania counties, funded by donations, merchandise, and corporate sponsorships.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Allentown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: The organization accepts online donations through PayPal for one-time and monthly contributions. Donations may be made in honor or memory of individuals or organizations.
2. Merchandise Sales: Battle Borne operates a Shopify storefront selling merchandise to generate revenue.
3. Corporate Giving: Companies interested in supporting the mission can inquire about corporate giving opportunities through donor contact.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Battle Borne is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers free, peer-driven veteran support services to veterans, military families, and first responders across the Lehigh Valley and broader Southeastern Pennsylvania. Core offerings include drop-in services at the Veterans Resource Center, veteran housing through Battle Borne Barracks, the Military Share Food Distribution Program, transportation assistance, assessments, case management, certified recovery specialists, 12-step and recovery fellowship meetings, trauma support and therapeutic workshops, trauma-informed yoga, peer-to-peer mentoring, workforce re-entry and resume building, life skills and art expression programming, nutrition education, and sober recreational activities.

Product overview

Battle Borne is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of veteran support services in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. The organization operates as a collaborative partnership providing peer-driven support services through multiple interconnected programs. Core offerings include the Veteran Resource Center for drop-in services, Battle Borne Barracks housing, Military Share Food Distribution, Transportation Services, and Assessment & Case Management. The recovery-focused services include Certified Recovery Specialists, 12-Step Meetings, Recovery Fellowship Meetings, Trauma Support, and Therapeutic Workshops. Wellness programs encompass Trauma-Informed Yoga, Holistic Yoga and Meditation, Art Expression Programs, and Nutrition Education. Workforce development services include Resume Building, Workforce Re-Entry Preparation, Life Skills Programming, and a Computer Lab. Recurring programs include Drop-in Services (1st and 3rd Fridays), Trauma-Informed Yoga (weekly Wednesdays), Coffee and Connections networking events, and the Battle Borne Breakfast Club. All services aim to help veterans heal from mental, emotional, and physical trauma as well as substance abuse challenges.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Veteran Resource Center for Drop-In Services A welcoming physical space in Allentown, PA offering drop-in services for veterans, providing referrals to community services, case management, and peer-to-peer veteran support at no cost.
• Battle Borne Barracks (Veteran Housing) Residential housing program for veterans providing residential support and housing assistance to address housing instability.
• Military Share Food Distribution Program Food distribution program serving Lehigh and Monroe counties, providing nutritious food to veterans and their families to address food insecurity.
• Veteran Transportation Services Transportation assistance helping veterans access necessary resources, appointments, and services.
• Assessments for Services Personalized assessment services to evaluate individual veteran needs and connect them to appropriate support.
• Case Management Services Ongoing case management providing personalized guidance and support tailored to individual veteran needs across multiple life domains.
• Certified Recovery Specialists Professional certified recovery specialists providing addiction and substance abuse support for veterans.
• 12-Step Meetings Structured 12-step recovery meetings for veterans on their recovery journey from substance abuse.
• Recovery Fellowship Meetings Fellowship meetings supporting veterans in their recovery and community building.
• Trauma Support Therapeutic workshops and support services for veterans recovering from trauma.
• Trauma-Informed Yoga Weekly trauma-sensitive yoga class providing a safe, secure, and predictable environment for veterans and community members, held Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm at Palmer Recovery Center.
• Therapeutic Workshops Guided therapeutic sessions for healing and personal development.
• Holistic Yoga and Meditation Trauma-informed yoga and meditation practices promoting overall wellness for veterans.
• Peer Support and Mentoring Veteran peer-to-peer support and mentoring programs connecting veterans with shared experiences.
• Resume Building Workforce re-entry preparation including resume building services for veterans entering or re-entering the civilian workforce.
• Workforce Re-Entry Preparation Programs helping veterans successfully transition back into the workforce through skills development and preparation.
• Life Skills Programming Life skills development programs for veterans to support independent living and recovery.
• Art Expression Programs Creative art programs providing therapeutic outlets for veterans in recovery.
• Nutrition Education Education programs on nutrition and healthy eating for recovery and wellness.
• Sober Recreational Activities and Community Events Sober recreational activities and community events encouraging connection and joy among veterans.
• Family and Community Education Groups Education groups for families and community members supporting veteran recovery.
• Computer Lab Computer lab facilities for veteran use, supporting job training, resume building, and access to online resources.
• Coffee and Connections Monthly networking event bringing together providers, businesses, and community support organizations to learn about veteran resources and services.
• Battle Borne Breakfast Club Free breakfast and networking session co-hosted with community partners like Northampton Community College, designed to bring together local businesses and supporters to learn about the mission and sponsorship opportunities.
• Walk for Wellness Annual walking event promoting wellness and raising awareness for veteran support services.
• Drop-in Services (Recurring) Recurring drop-in services held 1st and 3rd Friday of each month from 9AM to 4PM at Palmer Recovery Center, offering referrals, case management, and veteran-to-veteran support at no cost.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Northampton Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-hosts the Battle Borne Breakfast Club networking event. Provides venue space for community events and educational programming.
• Unity BanksupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsors the Battle Borne Breakfast Club event, contributing to community outreach and awareness building.
• CrossroadssupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosts monthly Coffee & Connections networking events at Palmer Recovery Center to share programs and services with the community.
• Palmer Recovery CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides venue space for Battle Borne's regular programming including drop-in services and trauma-informed yoga classes. Located at 2906 William Penn Highway, Easton, PA.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Mission Continues: National veteran-led nonprofit that deploys veterans as community leaders through fellowship and service projects. Operates a peer-driven model similar to Battle Borne's veteran-to-veteran approach, with comparable focus on community reintegration.
• Headstrong Project: Nonprofit providing confidential mental health treatment to veterans at no cost. Directly comparable to Battle Borne's trauma and mental health service offerings for veterans.
• Team Rubicon: Veteran-led disaster response and community resilience nonprofit. Comparable peer-driven service model and veteran reintegration mission, operating at significantly larger scale.
• Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB): Veteran community organization focused on physical, social, and mental wellness through local chapters. Mirrors Battle Borne's emphasis on wellness (yoga, fitness) and peer-led local engagement for veterans.
• Stop Soldier Suicide: Veteran-focused nonprofit providing mental health and suicide prevention support. Overlaps with Battle Borne's trauma support, peer support, and recovery services.
• Clear Path for Veterans: Regional veteran service organization offering wellness, peer support, and reintegration programs. Closely comparable in scale, mission, and wraparound service model to Battle Borne.

Broad incumbents

• Wounded Warrior Project: One of the largest U.S. veteran service nonprofits, providing mental health, physical wellness, and career programs. Competes for the same donor pool and serves an overlapping veteran population.
• Cohen Veterans Network: National network of mental health clinics for veterans and military families at no cost. Directly comparable clinical mental health offering, though at substantially larger scale.
• Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA): Large national veterans advocacy and services organization addressing mental health, employment, and benefits. Represents an established incumbent in the same veteran-support space as Battle Borne.
• Semper Fi & America's Fund: Established veteran support nonprofit providing financial assistance, case management, and recovery programs. Overlaps with Battle Borne's case management and holistic veteran support services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@wearebattleborne9283
• Facebookfacebook.com/wearebattleborne
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/battleborne
• Instagraminstagram.com/wearebattleborne/?hl=en

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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