Our Story
Mission Match began in the winter of 2022 inside a Toys for Tots warehouse in Concord, CA. While serving on Active Duty with the Marine Corps, Timothy Gick had a simple but powerful idea—create a military-themed card game for kids. Fast forward to the summer of 2024, after relocating to Washington, D.C., he turned that idea into reality. Alongside a talented team, he developed Mission Match, expanding it into a game, a book (Mission Match: Adventures in Service), and an online hub connecting young minds to Leadership, STEM, and Military organizations.
Meet the Team
Spanning four continents and six countries, the Not a Very Good Teacher team brings together a unique mix of U.S. military officers, globally recognized graffiti artists, and innovative designers—all dedicated to making Mission Match a reality.
What Is Mission Match?
Mission Match is more than just a game—it’s a fun and educational gateway to understanding service, leadership, and real-world problem-solving. Designed for children ages 6+, the game introduces critical thinking, memory, and teamwork through fast-paced strategic gameplay.
Each pathway card is QR-enabled, linking to digital resources that help kids dive deeper into topics like military service, STEM opportunities, and leadership development.
Our Mission
To inspire the next generation of leaders by making - service, leadership, teamwork, and physical fitness fun, engaging, and accessible through interactive games, storytelling, and educational resources.
Our Vision
A world where kids are empowered to lead, serve, stay active, and explore career pathways in the military, STEM, and public service—developing skills that shape strong communities and future innovators.
Our Values
Service – Encouraging a mindset of giving back, teamwork, and responsibility.
Innovation – Pushing creative boundaries in game design and education.
Inclusion – Providing diverse, accessible, and inspiring role models for all kids.
Leadership – Helping young minds develop confidence, resilience, and decision-making skills.
Physical Fitness – Promoting an active lifestyle as a foundation for mental and physical strength.
Fun with Purpose – Blending excitement with real-world learning to create meaningful experiences
Join the Mission
We are currently in the pre-order phase, and we need your support! Every pre-order helps fund our first major production run. Once we meet our goal, we’ll move into full manufacturing and begin shipping orders.
Help us bring Mission Match to kids and families everywhere—and be a part of launching a movement that makes learning and leadership exciting, inclusive, and fun.
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