Take the Battle Call Challenge

Patriotism Starts With You. Show Your Support For Military Service Members and Their Families By Joining the #BattleCallChallenge.

1. CHOOSE A BATTLE CALL

Battle calls are used in the military to build morale. Pick your favorite:

The Navy and Coast Guard “Hooyah”
The Marines “Oorah” or
The Army and Air Force “Hooah”

2. SHARE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Post your battle call (Hooyah, Oorah, or Hooah) on social media with your own picture, video, or tribute to the military or a military service member. Add the hashtags #ASYSD #BattleCallChallenge to your post.

3. INVITE 3 FRIENDS

Challenge three (3) of your friends or business connections to do the same. Let them know about the proud traditions of the calls and why we need to support our U.S. military.

Finally, learn more about the day-to-day challenges faced by our military families and consider a donation to Armed Services YMCA San Diego to support local San Diego military families.

DONATE

What’s a Battle Call?

Battle calls are used in the military to boost morale, motivate, and build solidarity.
Hooyah, Oorah, and Hooah battle calls are also used as greetings.

Feel free to download (mouse over and right-click to save) one of these badges for your social media post.

Now Share

Facebook
Share a short story, a photo or both – it’s OK to get personal – Facebook users prefer those posts
Twitter
Use those hashtags and we’ll help spread your Battle Call all across the world

Instagram
Use the Battle Call hashtags but add a few of your own and you’ll be certain to make new connections
LinkedIn
Let your LinkedIn connections know you support our military families

Armed Services YMCA San Diego supports local active-duty service members and their families.

The city of San Diego is home to more than 170,000 active-duty military personnel and their families.

These patriots face immense challenges as they provide for the safety and security of our nation on the front lines — and when we welcome them home. When one person enlists, the whole family serves.

Armed Services YMCA San Diego (#ASYSD) provides no-cost or low-cost counseling services, educational programs, and special events to help local military families cope, connect, and thrive. We’ve served the military community in San Diego for nearly 100 years.

Day-to-Day Challenges Faced by Military Families

Financial Distress

Monthly enlisted military starting salary is just $1,449. Nearly half of active duty military families have under $5K in savings. 28% of military spouses are unemployed and those who are employed face a 25% wage gap compared with civilians.

Food Insecurity

An estimated 25% of active-duty military families experience food insecurity. 6% of military families have sought emergency food assistance through a food bank or charity.

Family Separation

40% of military families had a 6+ month family separation in the last 18 months. 30% have had 4+ years of family separation since 9/11. 50% of military families report that they lack support for their children during these long deployments.

Childcare Shortage

66% of military families cite accessible, low-cost childcare as a critical need. 67% of female service members and 33% of male service members can’t find or afford childcare services.