The Team
People who've been through the water, helping others find their way out.
Founders
Dewey Gaedcke
Founder, Donor, Survivor
After experiencing a profound personal transformation, Dewey discovered tools for growth and healing that he never knew existed—and that the establishment clearly didn't want him to find. Rather than keeping those tools to himself, he's dedicated his life to making them accessible to others who are stuck in the same water he once was. Through Thrive Grant, he wants to give people what he received: a fighting chance.
Matt Ball
Founder, Veteran, Survivor, Evangelist, Org-Lead
A veteran who served his country and came home to fight a different battle. After navigating his own path through the system—often with the establishment working against him—Matt understands firsthand what it means to seek help when the world tells you to figure it out alone. He leads Thrive Grant's operations with a simple mission: get real help to real people who need it.
Board Members
Board formation in progress
We're assembling a board committed to mission over optics.
Advisory Board
Advisory board forming
We're connecting with credentialed allies who believe in our mission.
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