About the Campaign
Each and every person touched by military life has a heavy weight to carry – from deployed troops to the spouses at home, to the children and siblings missing their mom, dad, brother or sister. And someone needs to help "Lighten the Load."
The Armed Services YMCA has spent the last 150 years doing just that – making military life easier – and with your help, we can do even more for those who dedicate their lives to protecting the freedoms and way of life that we enjoy every day.
About the Videos
Watch the stories of America's service members and military families who carry the load of repeated deployments and military life, in general. They are stories of hope, strength and sacrifice that show just how great their commitment is to our country
— and just how much they need and deserve the support of their neighbors, communities and organizations like the Armed Services YMCA.
Share Your Story
Are you an active or retired service member, or military mom, dad, child or sibling? We want to hear your story! Upload a video and tell us what military life is like for you, and how the programs and services of the Armed Services YMCA help to “Lighten the Load.”
Perhaps you’re a volunteer or supporter of our cause? Tell us why you’ve made a commitment to help “Lighten the Load.”
