Basecamp Beeston
Connecting families. Bridging distance. Bringing comfort.
A community initiative supporting military children and families through Comfort Critters, events, and practical partner support.
3+
Cities reached
100%
Sold-out events
5
Partner organizations
Nationwide
Expansion underway
Jacksonville Launch
See Basecamp Beeston in Jacksonville.
A short look at the families, volunteers, and Comfort Critters event that helped launch support in Jacksonville.
Our Mission
Keeping families connected across every distance.
Basecamp Beeston helps young children maintain a sense of comfort and closeness while a parent is away. The work centers on simple, heartfelt tools families can keep close.
This is about connection, comfort, and making distance feel a little smaller.
Jennifer Beeston, Basecamp Beeston
Built to travel
Local events can grow into repeatable support in new communities.
Made personal
Each effort is designed around real family connection, not just supplies.
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Comfort Critters in action.
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Volunteers moving support into place
Purple Up volunteers help bring Comfort Critters and event supplies to military families.
Core Initiatives
Support that is simple, practical, and close to home.
Comfort Critters
Stuffed companions that help kids feel close to a deployed parent or service member.
Family Workshops
Hands-on gatherings where families, volunteers, and partners build support together.
Community Partners
Local organizations help bring supplies, volunteers, and events to more military families.
Who We've Worked With
We've partnered with national organizations to reach families at installations across the country.
Stories and Audio
Follow the Basecamp Beeston story.
Business Insider MarketsBasecamp Beeston Expands Nationwide to Support Military Children with "Comfort Critters" During DeploymentJune 9, 2026Read articleWreaths Across America Radio
Jen Beeston & Aimee Selix - Basecamp Beeston Comfort Companion Program
Jennifer Beeston and Aimee Selix discuss the Comfort Companion program and support for military families.
Printable Activity
Comfort Critters Coloring Sheet
Download a printable coloring sheet for kids and families to bring a little Basecamp Beeston comfort home.
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Meet the Founders
Basecamp Beeston was founded by Jennifer Beeston and Aimee Selix, who share a belief that small acts of kindness can create lasting impact. While their paths and experiences are different, both are passionate about creating connection, expanding opportunities through education, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Together, they created Basecamp Beeston to turn small acts of kindness into meaningful opportunities for connection, encouragement, and impact. What began with Comfort Critters has grown into a broader vision focused on creating meaningful impact through programs, partnerships, and shared experiences.
Jennifer Beeston
Jennifer Beeston is an educator, author, and nationally recognized mortgage professional who has dedicated her career to helping people navigate complex topics with confidence. Through her work, she has empowered thousands through education and believes knowledge can be one of the most powerful tools for creating positive change.
Aimee Selix
Aimee Selix is a military child, military spouse, and community builder passionate about bringing people together. Drawing from a lifetime of experiences within the military community, she believes meaningful relationships, connection, and small acts of kindness can make a lasting difference during life's most challenging seasons.
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