“Strength In Unity, Saving Veterans.”
About Combat 22 And Our Mission Plan
Uniting Hearts to Prevent Veteran Suicide
At Combat 22, we are more than just a veteran owned and operated non-profit organization – we are a passionate community on a critical mission to combat and drastically reduce veteran suicide. Our driving force is restoring the value of life and empowering veterans and their families, ensuring they find hope and support in their darkest moments.
As veterans ourselves, we understand the unique challenges faced by those who have served our nation. Through our wide range of services and resources, we aim to provide our fellow veterans with the essential tools they need to successfully reintegrate into society after their service.
We firmly believe in the power of community and the impact of generosity. With the support of our communities and donors, we strive to achieve long-term, tangible results for veterans and their families, helping them not just survive but thrive in their civilian lives.
Our ultimate goal is to put an end to veteran suicide. Through advocacy, awareness campaigns, and comprehensive assistance programs, we are determined to make a lasting difference. By fostering resilience, mental well-being, and social connections, we offer a lifeline for those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.
Every life matters, and no veteran should ever feel alone in their struggles. At Combat 22, we stand united, embracing the spirit of camaraderie, and working tirelessly to ensure our heroes receive the care, compassion, and respect they deserve. Together, let us combat veteran suicide, restoring hope, and empowering veterans to live fulfilling lives in honor of their service to our nation.
Command And Control
Board Members And Founders
Discover the visionary leaders shaping Combat 22’s mission. Meet our passionate Board of Directors dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and promoting mental well-being.
JOHNNY VALDEZUSN AW/NAC (SCDV) Service time: 2001 – 2011
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Johnny Valdez is native San Antonion and graduated from Sidney Lanier High School. He joined the US Navy in 2001 till 2011 and served as a Naval Aircrewmen, Naval Recruiter and Aviation Mechanic. He then left the service in 2011 and began his civilian Career are a Human resource Recruiter – Throughput that time Johnny has lead many companies to develop military transition programs to assist transitioning veterans. He continues to serve the veteran community by being boots on the ground.
Maria EscamillaUSN LN1 Service time 14 years
SECRETERY
After serving active duty in the U.S. Navy for ten years, Maria (Tori) Escamilla made the decision to go
reserves and make her way back to her hometown of San Antonio to be back with her family. Her
experience being stationed across the U.S. and passion for Mexican American history inspired her to
start a podcast, Chicana Chisme. Tori has a Bachelors in Multidisciplinary Studies from UT El Paso, and
BA in Psychology from Our Lady of the Lake University, and is currently pursuing her Masters in Clinical
Mental Health.