Executive Brief • September 1, 2025

PatriotChat — Veteran-Verified Community & Resource Hub

Built by Vetted Patriots Inc. to restore trust, reduce noise, and route veterans to real help.

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PatriotChat
patriotchat.org • vettedpatriots.org
Problem
  • Stolen valor and unverified identities erode trust.
  • Algorithmic political noise buries camaraderie.
  • PTSD/toxic exposure topics face stigma on public feeds.
  • Fragmented resources (VA/DoD/nonprofits) are hard to navigate.
Solution
  • Veteran verification (ID.me/VA APIs) + Ally badges.
  • Anonymous mode for sensitive topics, vet-led moderation.
  • Benefits matcher, mentorship, mental-health & crisis tools.
  • Events & reunions, geo-based local groups (opt-in).
Privacy-first Verified members Resource hub Family & allies
MVP Snapshot (Top 20)
  • Verification at signup • secure profiles • granular privacy
  • E2E encrypted DMs • groups • customizable feed (politics filter)
  • Notifications • global search • anonymous posting
  • Mental-health resources • job board • benefits matcher
  • Events & RSVPs • mentorship • resource library
  • Mobile apps • vet-led moderation • media sharing • live chat
Why Now
  • Millions of veterans seek trusted, utility-focused spaces.
  • APIs & mobile let us bridge social connection with practical support.
Technology
Python 3.10 • Flask • Gunicorn/Eventlet • MySQL (SQLAlchemy) • NGINX • WebSockets (Socket.IO)
  • Signal Protocol for 1:1 & group E2E encryption (phased MLS).
  • API-first REST/WebSocket; shared multi-tenant DB across both domains.
  • S3-compatible object storage, EXIF strip, signed URLs.
  • Feature flags for sensitive rollouts (anon posts, mentoring).
Trust, Safety, Governance
  • Veteran-led moderation with escalation playbooks (self-harm, threats).
  • Data minimization, encryption in transit/at rest, export/delete tools.
  • Clear TOS/Privacy (GDPR/CCPA aligned). No clinical PHI stored.
Impact KPIs
Verified %
Mentor matches
Benefit matches
Safety KPIs
Flag response time
False pos/neg rates
Engagement
WAU/MAU • D30
Events • Library use
Get Involved
Pilot partners • Veteran orgs • Donors • Counselors/mentors
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