Fun for Our Troops was started in October 2007 by Stefanie Shea. Stefanie’s husband, SSG Michael Shea, had just left for his second tour in Iraq with the 101st Airborne Division (1-75 CAV). Stefanie wanted to do something unique for her husband and all of the deployed troops. After speaking to Mike, she learned that what the troops truly need is fun, relaxation and an overall way to decompress. Luckily, the high-tech gaming systems of the 21st century can provide just that! Stefanie embarked on a grassroots campaign to raise money to buy and send these systems overseas to deployed troops. Stefanie approached Dana Brady to ask her to lend her expertise to the cause. Dana was excited to be involved and the two worked together to establish Fun for Our Troops, Inc., a nonprofit organization.
Stefanie Doctor Shea
Founder & Executive Director, Operations
Stefanie is a Council Rock High School and Drexel University graduate who currently works full-time for a top defense contractor. She is currently pursuing a MBA and will probably never be completely finished with school. She loves chai tea, Haribo gummy bears, and the Nintendo Wii.
SSG Michael Shea
Jack-of-all-trades
Mike is a Council Rock High School graduate and former full-time soldier. Mike left active duty in February 2009 after 4 ½ years of service and two combat tours with the 101st Airborne Division. He is now serving with the Army Reserve. Mike is currently taking advantage of the Post-911 GI Bill and is in pursuit of his Bachelors degree. When he is not in class or doing homework, Mike is usually playing World of Warcraft with his brothers. Mike joined up with FFOT in Feb. 2009
Dana Blackman Brady
Executive Director, Communications & Development (retired)
Dana is the owner of Blackman Brady Communications and is a Council Rock High School and American University graduate. Dana’s husband, Jason M. Brady, served in the 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Dana was the original partner in FFOT though she has recently stepped down from the organization. She remains an avid supporter of FFOT and she is missed!