Our mission is to build a supportive and empowering community for adults who grew up as military kids

Hello. My name is Imanee, and I am 28 years old and a disabled vet. I am currently in school for early education. As both a former military child and a U.S. Veteran, I have a deep appreciation for the mission and impact of Comfort Crew for Military Kids. My connection to this organization runs deep—I attended one of their camps years ago, received a Comfort Kit during my own parent’s deployment, and later had the honor of giving a Comfort Kit to my own daughter when I deployed. I’ve also had the privilege of volunteering with Comfort Crew for several years, giving back to an organization that has supported me and my family through multiple chapters of military life. Being a part of this community for so long has shown me firsthand how meaningful their work is for military-connected children and families. The Comfort Crew continues to make a lasting difference, and I’m proud to support their mission and the Alumni Crew program.

I live by treating others well and with respect, the work that I do is from within and with compassion. I've helped veterans and seniors receive healthcare and it is has made the past 12 years worth serving being a healthcare hero.

Alex Bryant is an Emmy® award-winning Project Manager at GSD&M in Austin, TX, with over a decade of experience in social media, design, and production across entertainment, advertising, tech, and nonprofit sectors. Growing up as a U.S. Air Force military kid, Alex developed a deep commitment to service and community. He’s led volunteer teams for events like the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Bid Committee, ATX TV Festival and SIGGRAPH, empowering others to lead, serve, and dream big through creativity and compassion.

My name is Jessica Neckel. I was born into the military child life and experienced it for 17 years until my dad retired. Even after retirement, the military has continued to serve a purpose in my life. I am now a student in college in the state of Colorado, and continue to involve myself with the military with my endless stories to tell. 

Alex Alejo is the daughter of an Air Force veteran. She received a Cuzzie Bear and WYATW! kit when he was deployed in 2014. Now, at 20 years old, Alex attends UC Berkeley and studies Neuroscience with the hopes of pursuing medical school.

Summer is a passionate bridge builder who truly delights in helping people connect across Austin in meaningful and uplifting ways. She happily serves as the Community Relations Manager at Consuela. Her bond with the Comfort Crew started back in 2019 at a USAA volunteer event, thanks to Glenda and Jeanah, and it has stayed close to her heart ever since.

As someone who has been a lifelong part of the military community—her dad proudly served in the Air Force for 24 years—Summer’s dedication to supporting military families runs very deep. She’s excited to take on the role of Service & Impact Chair, where she loves creating engaging in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities. She finds absolute joy in supporting military kids and empowering youth initiatives. Additionally, she is proud to serve on the boards of Dress for Success Austin and the Pflugerville Education Foundation.

Her heartfelt dedication to service has earned her exceptional recognition. In 2024, she was honored as Volunteer of the Year by Impact Austin, served as Co-Chair of Girls Giving Grants, and received the Empowering Queen of the Year award from the Women Without Limits Movement. Over the past four years, she has also received the President’s Volunteer Service Award for completing over 200 volunteer hours each year, supporting military families through Soldiers’ Angels. Summer McAfee is a Community Relations Manager at Conseula.