Merging Vets and Players (MVP) was created in 2015 by Jay Glazer and Nate Boyer to address the similar challenges that combat veterans and former pro athletes face when the uniform comes off. In creating a new team, MVP works to help them find new purpose, meaning, and identity as they face the challenges head-on together rather than alone. By staying connected beyond the weekly peer support sessions through various events, communication, and trusted resources, members experience an ecosystem of support.