About Us

22Mohawks Corp was founded to address a critical gap in suicide prevention for veterans and first responders: the lack of upstream, culturally competent prevention that reaches people before crisis.

Research shows suicide risk is driven by the intersection of trauma exposure, moral injury, brain injury, chronic stress, sleep disruption, and social isolation. Many individuals at risk are not engaged in traditional mental health services. 22Mohawks was built to reach them.

Our theory of change is simple and evidence-informed: when identity, purpose, belonging, and physiological regulation are restored and pathways to care remain accessible, suicide becomes preventable at scale.

All 22Mohawks programs are veteran and first responder-led and community-based. From companion dog partnerships to airborne retreats and performance training, we focus on rebuilding protective factors proven to reduce suicide risk. We do not replace clinical care; we complement it by intervening earlier.

Transparency, accountability, and sustainability guide our work. Through research partnerships, data collection, and continuous evaluation, we ensure our programs are ethical, effective, and responsive to evolving needs.

At its core, 22Mohawks exists to ensure that no veteran or first responder fights alone and that prevention begins long before crisis.

Our Team

Senior Leadership

  • Dave Campisano

    Dave Campisano | Founder & CEO

    Dave Campisano is the Founder of 22Mohawks, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing suicide among veterans and first responders through purpose-driven community and action.
    He also serves as CEO of X35 Airborne School, providing values-based leadership and resilience training.
    A U.S. Army veteran, Dave brings operational experience from high-pressure environments into his work.
    He holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Management, and Organizational Leadership.
    Dave is also a professor at Suffolk University, teaching in the Sociology and Criminology Department and focusing on leadership, service, and social impact.

  • Stacey Ann

    Stacey Ann | Co-Founder & COO

    As Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of 22Mohawks, Stacey leads daily operations, strategic execution, program oversight, and fundraising in support of the organization’s mission to end suicide among veterans and first responders. A Certified Coach through the Institute of Social and Emotional Intelligence, NLP Practitioner, QPR Instructor, and energy worker, she leads with compassion and heart-centered intention, weaving empathy, love, and care into every aspect of the organization’s work.

    Her work is deeply personal. In 2009, Stacey lost her father, a veteran, to suicide an experience that reshaped her purpose and fuels her commitment to providing awareness, connection, and hope to others. Above all her titles, the role she values most is being a mother to her 15-year-old daughter, who inspires her daily.

  • Erin Colligan

    Erin Colligan | COS

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    Strategic Advisor | Grant Writer

  • Winston - dog

    Winston | Senior Pup

X35 Leadership

  • Dave Campisano

    Dave Campisano | CEO

  • Graham Jones

    Graham Jones | President

  • Stacey Ann

    Stacey Ann | 22Mohawks Liaison

  • Julia Mendes

    Julia Mendes | Executive Assistant

Board Members

  • Dave Campisano

    Dave Campisano | President

  • Erin Colligan

    Erin Colligan | VP

  • Kristina O’Connell

    Kristina O’Connell | Treasurer

  • Stacey Ann

    Stacey Ann | Director

  • Mike McGee

    Mike McGee | Director

22Mohawks was deeply honored to receive the 2025 Massachusetts Coalition for Suicide Prevention Leadership Award.

This recognition belongs not to any one person, but to the entire 22Mohawks community: our team, volunteers, dog trainers, jumpmasters, advocates, and supporters who show up every day for veterans and first responders. This award is a reminder of the responsibility we carry and the work still ahead. We remain relentless in our commitment to protecting life, strengthening connection, and honoring both the fallen and the living. Together, we will continue to move forward. “Deeds Not Words”

Thank You to Our Supporters

As a veteran and first responder suicide prevention nonprofit, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. Your unwavering support makes a profound difference in the lives of those we serve. Thanks to your contributions whether through donations, volunteer hours, or simply spreading the word we are able to provide essential resources, support programs, and community. Your commitment not only honors the sacrifices of our veterans and first responders but also recognizes the challenges faced by their families. We believe that no one should face their struggles alone, and with your help, we are making strides toward that goal every day. Thank you for standing with us in this vital cause. Together, we are fostering hope, healing, and a brighter future. With deepest gratitude, The 22Mohawks Family.