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About Us

Our Story & Mission

Our Story

A Legacy of
Service & Support

The 1st Lt Brian Brennan Stands Alone Foundation Inc was established by the family of U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Brian Brennan, whose unwavering commitment to his fellow service members continues to guide our mission today.

Inspired by Brian's own journey and dedication, the foundation was created to address a critical need: ensuring that severely injured service members and their families never have to face recovery alone. The everyday stresses — from financial burdens to logistical challenges — can overwhelm even the strongest families during times of medical crisis.

Based in Howell, New Jersey, we serve as a vital support network, channeling community compassion into tangible assistance that makes a real difference in the lives of those who have sacrificed so much for our nation.

Our Vision

A world where every injured service member receives the comprehensive support they need to heal, recover, and rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Our Core Values

  • Compassion

    We lead with empathy and understanding in every interaction.

  • Integrity

    We operate with complete transparency and accountability.

  • Commitment

    We are dedicated to serving those who have served our nation.

  • Community

    We believe in the power of collective support and solidarity.

No one who has served our nation should ever stand alone in their time of need. We are here to ensure they don't have to.

The Brennan Family

Our Mission

Focus on Recovery,
Not the Burden

Our singular purpose is to assist and ease the everyday stresses of severely injured service members and their families. By handling the practical burdens, we enable them to concentrate entirely on treatment, rehabilitation, and a swift recovery.

01

Identify Needs

We work closely with injured service members and medical staff to understand the unique challenges each family faces.

02

Provide Relief

From travel expenses to daily necessities, we deliver targeted assistance that directly reduces stress and burden.

03

Enable Healing

With practical worries eased, service members and families can fully focus on the path to recovery and renewal.

1st Lt Brian Brennan
Stands Alone Foundation

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting severely injured service members and their families.

EIN: 27-0368789

10 Stratton Dr, Howell, NJ 07731

joanneb@brennanstandsalone.org

(848) 333-8188

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501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization