About #Buddy Check
What do we do?
#BuddyCheck's mission is to provide pro-active education, support and connections to local and national resources for first responders and military communities along with their family members to reduce the long term effects of Vicarious Trauma.
Who am I?
My name is Stephen Powers. I am the executive director here at #BuddyCheck. I served 4 years in the United States Marine Corps and 22 years in the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department. During my 25+ years in these fields I was exposed to various incidents and trauma which affected both my professional and personal life. Now in retirement my goal is to educate and help ensure no other first responder or military personnel suffer the negative effects of job-related trauma.
Meet the rest of our team
Kelly Powers: President
Donna Osborne: Treasurer
Donna Osborne: Treasurer
Kelly Powers is a compassionate advocate dedicated to the well-being of spouses in the first responder and military communities. At the heart of her mission is a profound commitment to nurturing the mental health of those who stand beside our everyday heroes.
Kelly Powers is a spouse of a veteran and first responder who experienced these h
Kelly Powers is a compassionate advocate dedicated to the well-being of spouses in the first responder and military communities. At the heart of her mission is a profound commitment to nurturing the mental health of those who stand beside our everyday heroes.
Kelly Powers is a spouse of a veteran and first responder who experienced these hardships first hand. She passionately believes in fostering a supportive environment for spouses, recognizing the unique challenges they face. With a keen understanding of the stressors that come with the vital roles their partners play, she champions the cause of mental health awareness and support for this often-overlooked group.
Donna Osborne: Treasurer
Donna Osborne: Treasurer
Donna Osborne: Treasurer
With over four decades of dedicated service in the financial industry, Donna has demonstrated expertise in operations and technology within the realm of consumer banking. Leveraging her extensive experience, she has transitioned into a role as a consultant, passionately imparting her wealth of financial knowledge to others.
Help Our Cause
Hashtag BuddyCheck is a recognized 501(c)(3) organization with the approved tax identification number 85-1900207. All contributions made to Hashtag BuddyCheck are eligible for tax deductions. To support our cause, donations can be made through Venmo at @Hashtag-BuddyCheck and PayPal at hashtagbuddycheck@gmail.com. Your generosity is appreciated and contributes to our mission of promoting mental health awareness and support.
