Support Our Mission

CyberDefense Firm is a non-profit cybersecurity service dedicated to protecting vulnerable community organizations like small private schools, churches, and veteran groups. Many of these vital groups can’t afford commercial cybersecurity support — but with your help, they don’t have to.

We’re building digital resilience where it’s needed most, right here in our community.

How You Can Help

Funding Our Mission

CyberDefense Firm operates on a volunteer-driven model to maximize impact per dollar.

Projected Year 1 Budget: $15,000

Program Delivery (80% – $12,000):

• Educational materials and resources: $2,000
• Technology tools (assessment software, secure comms): $3,000
• Liability insurance: $2,000
• Website and outreach: $1,500
• Training supplies and documentation: $1,500
• Travel to client sites: $2,000

Operations (20% – $3,000):

• Business registration and compliance: $500
• Accounting and tax filing: $1,000
• General liability and D&O insurance: $1,000
• Office supplies and administrative: $500

Current Funding Status:

• Founder contribution: $X,XXX
• Individual donations: $XXX
• Grants: $0 (applications in progress)
• Goal: $15,000 to serve 10-15 organizations in Year 1

How Donations Are Used:
Every dollar donated directly supports free cybersecurity services for non-profit schools, churches, and veteran organizations. Our board members and volunteers donate their professional time, ensuring your contribution goes straight to community protection.

Program Launch Plan

With initial funding of $10,000-$15,000, CyberDefense Firm will:

Quarter 1 (Jan-Mar 2025): ✓ Complete

• Establish 501(c)(3) status
• Recruit board of directors
• Develop assessment methodology
• Build volunteer network

Quarter 2 (Apr-Jun 2025): In Progress

• Launch website and outreach
• Identify first 5 pilot organizations
• Deliver initial assessments
• Document process and outcomes

Quarter 3 (Jul-Sep 2025): Planned

• Expand to 10 total organizations served
• Conduct staff training sessions
• Collect testimonials and impact data
• Refine service delivery model

Quarter 4 (Oct-Dec 2025): Planned

• Serve 15 total organizations
• Publish first impact report
• Apply for larger foundation grants
• Plan 2026 expansion

Success Metrics:
By end of 2025, we will have:

• Completed 15 free cybersecurity assessments
• Trained 75+ staff members in digital safety
• Prevented estimated $50,000+ in potential breach costs
• Established 3+ community partnerships
• Built case studies for future grant applications

Building Our Track Record

CyberDefense Firm is a startup nonprofit, but our leadership is not new to cybersecurity or community service.

Founder Chris Hilton brings:

• 20+ years technology and business management experience
• Military service protecting critical systems (Desert Storm/Shield)
• 7 years focused specifically on cybersecurity (since 2018)
• History of volunteer work with local schools and churches

Our board collectively brings:

• 50+ years combined cybersecurity experience
• Active industry certifications and ongoing research
• Nonprofit governance expertise
• Commitment to community service

While we’re still building our organizational track record, our team’s professional experience means the schools, churches, and nonprofits we serve receive enterprise-grade expertise—just without the enterprise price tag.

We’re documenting every engagement to demonstrate impact and continuously improve our services.

💸 Donate

Your contribution helps us provide vital cybersecurity risk assessments, conduct essential staff training, and implement crucial protection measures for organizations that can’t afford commercial support. Even a small donation can make a big difference.

🙋 Volunteer

Are you a student, retiree, or IT professional looking to give back? We’re building a dedicated network of cybersecurity volunteers who care about protecting our community’s most vulnerable organizations. We’re currently seeking volunteers with expertise in areas such as technical assessments, training delivery, administrative support, and community outreach. Your time and skills can have a significant impact.

📣 Spread the Word

Help us reach more organizations in need by spreading the word about CyberDefense Firm. Download our flyer below to share with your network, or mention us to a pastor, school principal, small business owner, or veteran organization who might benefit from our free and affordable services. You can also share our mission on your social media channels.

Share our mission with a pastor, school principal, or small business owner who might benefit from our help.

Pilot Program Opportunity

Are you a school, church, or veteran organization interested in being part of our founding cohort?

As a pilot partner, you’ll receive:

• Free comprehensive cybersecurity assessment (normally $2,500+ value)
• Customized security recommendations
• Staff training session (2 hours)
• 90 days of email support
• Priority scheduling

What we ask in return:

• Feedback on our service delivery
• Permission to use your experience as a case study (anonymized if preferred)
• Testimonial about the value received

Your participation helps us:

• Refine our assessment process
• Document measurable outcomes
• Build credibility for future grant applications
• Demonstrate community impact

Limited spots available for 2025 pilot cohort.
[Apply for Pilot Program]