Why The 38 Challenge?

Founded in 2021 in memory of Captain Mathew Brewer, The 38 Challenge is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization established to provide support in funding and awareness for mental health in the veterans and athletes community and their families through education, fitness, and vulnerability. The 38 Challenge is the only warrior workout to honor a soldier who took his own life due to his service rather than dying on the battlefield. Due to our mission to reduce suicide and shatter the stigma, The 38 Challenge is the fastest growing warrior workout in America.

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The Event

The 38 Challenge has one common goal : To endure 38 minutes of physical suffering so that we can help those who are internally suffering. The first part of the event is to create community and trust through physical exercise. Participants will then be able to hear powerful testimonies from keynote speakers ranging from Special Operators to Professional Athletes. After hearing these vulnerable warriors speak, participants will then be able to connect with different mental health organizations, network amongst other professionals, and engage with athletes, veterans, and celebrities. Learn more about the event here.

Mission & Values

The 38 Challenge is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization established in 2021 to provide support in funding and awareness for mental health in the veterans and athletes community and their families through education, fitness, and vulnerability. We aim to change an entire culture to where no one is internally fighting themselves to the point where they lose.

Captain Matt Brewer

The 38 Challenge was created to honor the legacy of Matt Brewer – an incredible athlete, a decorated marine, and most importantly, a loving son and brother. Tragically, Matt took his own life due to the effects of suspected CTE and PTSD.

Learn more about Captain Matt Brewer here.

Mental Health Services & Partners

At The 38 Challenge we believe in an all inclusive approach to mental health. The first step in the war on mental health begins with shattering the stigma through praising vulnerability. Nothing is stronger than seeking help and having hard conversations about invisible wounds. Without the ability to show vulnerability, it is hard to know if a warrior is battling with TBI, CTE, Transition, Addiction, or a variety of other internal struggles. We must work together to preach the truth that vulnerability is strength, and the strongest warriors are those who help themselves so that they may help others. Learn more about how The 38 Challenge is providing support for those in need.