Because everyone needs a place to call home.

 

Growing up "Military Brat" or "TCK" has a profound effect on an individual's life. It shapes the way one thinks, feels, and behaves; as a child and as an adult. For over 15 years, Brats Without Borders has been a voice for this invisible subculture, whose numbers are in the millions. We were the first 501(c)(3) nonprofit run by brats and for brats of all ages and branches of service, and in many ways, we still are.

Welcome to our site! Explore the life of brats and TCKs. Find out ways you can give back to your tribe. You may not be "from" a particular geographical location, but you do belong to a wonderful, global, borderless nation of individuals just like you.  Welcome home.
 

 

About

Find out about our organization and mission. Learn our history. Meet our volunteers and supporters.

BRATS film

The award-winning feature documentary about growing up military. Narration and songs by Kris Kristofferson.

BRATS & Race

Truman’s Kids: Truth & Reconciliation Project - the first study of military brats and race relations.

ART institute

Art camps & workshops for serious military brat art enthusiasts. Make art, while exploring the Brat Culture.

brat life

The strange, but interesting life of Military Brats and Third Culture Kids and how it affects their adult lives.

brat liBRARY

Films, books, music, and art that explore brat/TCK life. Alumni and other brat/TCK organizations.

art show

The first contemporary art exhibit exploring the American Military B.R.A.T. from 1950-present.

battlefield

A documentary work-in-progress about healing the inter-generational effects of war and PTSD.

workshops

Educational workshops teaching parents, teens & professionals about Military Brat Culture.

brats cluBS

A safe place for military brats and TCKs to gather, grow, and support each other. For kids and adults.

brats raw

The uncut BRATS film interviews of songwriter Kris Kristofferson and General Norman Schwarzkopf.

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Banner photo courtesy of the Daniel LeValley Family.