Why fundraise with Stack Up? Because all year long we hold Spotlight Giveaways, giving those who fundraise with us a chance to win some cool games, gear and more. Support Veterans and get a chance to win.
Answer the Call to Arms and fundraise or donate today to get a chance at Dungeons and Dinos, a dungeon crawler card game from @NomnivoreGames!
https://t.co/pnbWdtRtJP
Army Veteran Jennifer reached out about receiving a Supply Crate because she's had a difficult time enjoying activities post-service due to a back injury.
I joined the Army back in 2008. I was then injured shortly after while on base. My life has been impacted due to this injury. My back injury keeps me from doing alot of physical things. I am unable to run, jump, and me active. Since not being very active I have fallen into deep depression, loss of friends, not having a normal marriage, and not having children. This is hard for me to be the person I used to be. Before the military I was very active in shooting sports, upland game hunting with my dad, being able to walk my home town with no issues. Now I can only hunt from a ground blind during deer season, I can't walk my hometown anymore, shooting sports have came to a halt since I had to have my husband lock away my guns when I sank into depression. I was being treated by the VA and I am one of the Veterans that fell through the cracks. I haven't been able to get an appointment scheduled since 2010. I keep getting passed around from department to department then voicemail but no return calls. I have been trying to battle my depression on my own with the help of my husband at times. This is hard for me since I used to be an outgoing person and now I am just a hermit. I don't like how I have just hidden myself away. I hope to make friends someday but hard for me when I don't know how too. I know my story is long maybe not as long as others. I do volunteer time to my local Legion on Monday nights helping make tacos in the kitchen. I would like to do more for my fellow brothers and sisters. But I also need to think about myself sometimes.
Thanks to the 9th Assault Corps for supporting this gaming care package through fundraising!
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Have you signed up for the Rex 5k? There will be a Virtual 5k meetup in the Stack Up Discord, Tomorrow, September 25th from 8:30-9:45 EST! Hop on the voice call and do your 5k.
Let's get movin'
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Navy Veteran Samuel reached out about receiving a console because gaming is something he's been enjoying with his children.
"Gaming has become a special way for my children and me to connect and spend quality time together. It gives us something to look forward to and allows me to truly be present with them. We enjoy teaming up, working together, and challenging others, which strengthens our bond and creates lasting memories. Receiving a Supply Crate would enhance these moments, providing us with the tools to continue sharing these experiences and building our connection through gaming."
Shout out to the members of the Stack Up Stream Team for supporting yet another Supply Crate!
https://t.co/gVKiB5jaaS
Are you spreading some positive thinking with our @LimitedRunGames Spotlight Giveaway?
This Dead Space Collector's Edition is looking pretty sick. All you have to do is fundraise $50+ to be entered and we'll do a drawing next week after we've tallied up all the names!
Sign up and fundraise by the end of September 13th.
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Navy Veteran Matthew reached out about receiving a Supply Crate because he's become isolated after his service:
"Besides work I have almost become a shut in donโt really go out anymore have no drive to go out. The most I do is take a few day trips on my jeep"
Thanks to @1CrypticFox for supporting this gaming care package through fundraising with Stack Up!
https://t.co/JOiLG4btjU
Jam out with Humble Bundle's June 2unes bundle of rhythm games supporting Stack Up! With a $12 purchase, you get a list of 10 games that we're sure will have you ready to rock.
https://t.co/tRi13RRnUx
Why video games? The numbers of gamers are growing everyday! So are the numbers of those who use gaming to cope with tough days, stress and help them better their mental health through gaming communities.
๐80% of worldwide gamers say gaming helps them feel less stressed
๐64% play to deal with feelings of isolation and to connect with others.
๐72% play for a healthy outlet from everyday challenges
๐62% play games to help them cope with difficult times in their lives.
๐More than half are playing with other people online and a third are playing with other people in person, making friends, connecting with family, and meeting new people.
Army Veteran Bo was nominated for a Supply Crate because he'd been having some struggles and had to sell his game consoles and games.
"Good morning, the supply crate request is for Bo, an Army Cavalry Scout veteran who was deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, and Africa. Due to multiple military injuries and disabilities, he is not able to do a lot of physical or outdoor hobbies, and has high anxiety when it comes to being in public and with crowds of people. He use to be an active gamer and had a lot of good friends he had met online, he fell into pretty hard times and had to sell his gaming consoles and games for money. He has desired to get back into gaming but due to the cost of gaming consoles, games and accessories, just does not have the money to purchase a system. I am making this request to hopefully find a way to provide these items to get him back into a hobby he loved and to be able to make those connections and friendships again. I appreciate you taking time to read this, and thank you for the opportunity to be able to help this veteran."
Shout out to @ChefSteve330 for supporting this Supply Crate and helping us get Bo back to gaming!
https://t.co/25voN2fxXt
Where are Stack Up's Stacks located? We have quite the list from Boston to Northern California, Dallas-Fort Worth to Chicago and now: Prince George Canada!
Meet up with local Veterans and Stack Up supporters by joining a Stack. Don't see one in your area? Gather some friends and start a Stack.
https://t.co/W2jVvOfD5V
Collaboration Announcement:
Military gaming charity Stack Up is celebrating its 10-year anniversary, supporting over 71,000 U.S. and allied veterans through gaming and geek culture! Whether sending game consoles to units deployed overseas and those struggling back home, or helping keep veterans connected with mental health game nights, Stack Up continues to support the troops, keeping smiles on the faces of the veterans who stood up and fought for this country.
Weโre proud to collaborate with Stack Up in support of the veterans within our community and to help raise awareness for the incredible work they do. As a veteran-owned business with veterans on our team, this partnership means a great deal to us. Weโre especially honored that this collaboration features dice designed by a veteran, using our Dragon Blood Jasper gemstone, making this project even more meaningful.
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