SUPPORT THOSE WHO REMAIN ON THE FRONT LINE

post-deployment decompression programs FOR active duty SpeciaL Operations Forces

Proactive support for activE duty special operations forces (SOF)

Over 45,000 nonprofits support America’s veterans—but far fewer focus on those still on the front lines. Active-duty Special Operations Forces (SOF) make up just 3% of the U.S. Armed Forces, yet they have endured more than half of all combat casualties in recent years. These warriors carry the weight of our freedom, safety, and the longest conflict in American history.

Founded in 2015, Big Sky Bravery offers these elite warriors a rare opportunity to escape the relentless demands of battle. Our world-class, all-expense-paid programs (Task Forces) in Montana’s restorative landscapes allow them to decompress, reclaim what war has taken, and reconnect with the freedom they fight to protect.

Understanding that sacrifice extends beyond the battlefield, we’ve expanded our mission to serve SOF spouses and families, along with a lifelong alumni program offering continued support. For those who give everything, we make it our unwavering mission to support them.

Our heroes, our responsibility.

OUR IMPACT

RECIPIENTS SERVED

TASK FORCES

success where it counts

Each year, we partner with FMG Leading to collect feedback from our recipients on their Task Force experience, as well as the overall impact of our programming. This data continues to help Big Sky Bravery asses medium term sustained impact while also serving as a touchpoint to recipients to maintain relationships. Learn more about the programming that leads to the results seen here.

Felt the benefits of the Task Force were worth the cost of being away from work, family, etc.

Felt the recreational activities helped provide a refreshing mental break.

Felt that hearing others’ responses to the Questions of the Night helped them better understand their own perspective. 

Felt a sense of rejuvenation, revitalization, and restoration during their Task Force.

  • "SIX DAYS REALLY CAN CHANGE A PERSON'S LIFE FOREVER."

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

  • "THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE COST OF OUR FREEDOM."

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

  • "I know that this experience will make me a better teammate, leader, and subordinate while I wear the uniform, not to mention giving me a great perspective for what to expect when the day comes that I put that uniform on for the last time."

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

  • "Your support provides access to a world-class experience that directly supports active duty SOF and enables us to continue to serve and strive as ‘the man in the arena.’ — Thank you."

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

  • "I believe the spouses and families take the brunt of the hardships of our lives. I have so much respect and love for people who want to give anything in support of the ones we have to leave to manage the home when we are gone."

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

  • "Thank you for supporting us the way you do. It is unmatched and truly heartwarming."

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

  • "It wasn’t just about learning a sport; it was about finding hope."

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

  • "I never expected to find a group that truly saw and appreciated the sacrifices we make as military families—until now. "

    BIG SKY BRAVERY RECIPIENT

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