iiizwerg

__For those who may not know you — tell us a little about yourself and how you found your way into gaming and content creation.__ 

Hai my name is [Zwerg](https://www.twitch.tv/iiizwerg) known as either the biggest thrower or the biggest Polar Bear lover in the world. I’m the short gamer that hopes to make those around me smile with my gaming fails. For my entire life I’ve always had this mission, to spread positivity and good energy to others. I want to brighten people’s days because the world can be such a cruel and negative place at times. And seven years ago I made it happen. I discovered live streaming through my brother who started streaming before me. In that moment, I knew I had found the perfect way to do what I’ve always wanted. However, it wasn’t easy. I’ve had to face one of my biggest obstacles, being shy. I’ve naturally been a shy person and even though my family supported me from the start, they didn’t think I’d stick with streaming because of that shyness. But I pushed past it, because my passion to spread positivity was stronger than any fear. I wanted to create a welcoming, safe space where people could hang out, feel comfortable, and have fun, no matter what was going on in the rest of the world.  

I’m so thankful for the community I’ve built, they’re not only kind souls to me but incredibly welcoming to anyone new who joins. Their support never stops, and their jokes always make me laugh even if mine don’t always land, because I’m admittedly not the best at being funny! I’ve been playing video games since I was very young; it was something my brother and I bonded over and later on, was family bonding because yes, my entire family plays video games. Those moments were a comfort, a place where nothing else in the world mattered except the game we were playing. That’s the same feeling I hope to bring to my streams. a space where people can escape, have fun, and just enjoy themselves. 

__Marathon is finally here! What’s been your experience so far?__

Marathon has been a breath of fresh air for me. It’s a game that feels both rewarding and chaotic at the same time. The mix of looting around every corner while always having to watch your back keeps the suspense high. You never know who’s lurking nearby. I also have to admit, I absolutely love that everyone turns into a loot gremlin (including myself). What I love most is how much control the game gives you by choosing which path you take, which fights you engage in, and how you approach them. Learning to navigate all of that has been challenging, but it’s also been incredibly fun to figure out and experience firsthand. There are endless decisions to make, each match feels unique in its own way, and that’s what keeps me coming back. 

__Which Runner shell is your favorite?__

I actually started as Assassin (Void), and honestly, it makes a lot of sense. No matter the game, I’ve always loved invisible characters because they give you so many opportunities to flank enemies and surprise them. But when Marathon dropped and I tried other characters, I was shocked to discover that Assassin isn’t actually my favorite.  

That spot went to Triage. He’s the healer, the more passive character focused on keeping the team alive, and he has the cutest little drones that attach to you and heal you. Playing Triage just feels comfortable, and he’s so important in a team. I always make sure my teammates have a smiling little drone hovering on their screen and use consumables whenever needed. So if you’re ever on my team, you can count on me to keep the heals going constantly! I just may need a reminder to put drones on myself as well because I’ll forget. And the ultimate? I haven’t mastered it so expect a lot of “oh no, I missed my ult” moments when I try to revive. 

![triage](//images.ctfassets.net/90080cu0oxhy/3VEferHATPtldtW2ZypSFk/9dab025598d3f59c6a5c6b9751729d94/2026_Marathon_Launch_Press_Kit_Compressed_014.jpg)

__Why is fundraising for the Bungie Foundation important to you?__

Fundraising for the Bungie Foundation is important to me because it’s a way to take something I love which is gaming and community, and turn it into a positive impact in the real world. Gaming has given me so much joy and comfort over the years, and I want to give back in a way that helps others access support, opportunities, and hope. 

My community is full of kind, supportive people who love to lift each other up and fundraising for the Bungie Foundation lets us channel that energy into something bigger. Together, we can have fun, enjoy the games we love, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people who need it most. I know there are many challenges people face every day, and I want to help, even in small ways. Streaming and gaming are my passion, and my community working together to support the cause makes it truly special. Fundraising for the Bungie Foundation is a way to create impact and spread positivity beyond the screen.  

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?__ 

Being a Lightkeeper means being a person of positivity and support for others. Someone others can rely on or have a shoulder to lean on. It’s about creating even small acts of kindness which can make a difference, and being a Lightkeeper gives me the opportunity to bring that energy to others every day. Being a Lightkeeper is me. Spreading kindness, positivity, and support. It reminds me why I stream, why I love gaming, and why building a strong welcoming community matters.  

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about?__

One area of the Bungie Foundation’s work that I feel close to is the focus on supporting people and creating a sense of hope, especially for those going through difficult times. I’ve always believed in the importance of having a safe, positive space where you can escape, even if just for a little while, and that’s something gaming has always been for me.  

That’s also what I try to create through my streams everyday, a place where people can feel supported, relaxed, and just be themselves. Which is why this area of the cause feels so important to me. Knowing that the Bungie Foundation is helping bring that same kind of comfort and support to others, whether it’s through health, humanitarian aid, or helping the kids, it makes it really meaningful for me to be involved.  

Seeing my entire community come together and support in such ways brings me so much joy, I believe together we can change so much in this negative world.

![ll5](//images.ctfassets.net/90080cu0oxhy/38J3QElvFdZ4VxL4jptGCV/b21b72b082711d961a3c6dc027b42904/20251013_008.jpg)

__What stands out to you about the Bungie Foundation community’s commitment to giving back? How does that shared passion turn gaming into something bigger?__ 

What stands out to me about the Bungie Foundation community is how incredible it is to see the entire gaming community come together to support a cause. It’s the players, creators and communities all around the world coming together with the same goal of giving back. And that is powerful.  

When people come together like that it shows that gaming isn’t just about entertainment, it’s about community, compassion, and supporting those who need it most.  

__What does Women’s History Month mean to you personally?__

Women’s History Month, to me, is a time to celebrate and honor the incredible achievements of women both past and present. It’s a reminder of the strength and impact women have had in the world.  

This month is very inspiring. It makes me think about the women who have influenced and supported me in my life and it motivates me to keep pushing forward, even when things feel challenging. Seeing women support each other, overcome obstacles, and succeed in many different areas especially gaming, encourages me to do the same. And support those around me through my journey.  

It’s a reminder of how important supporting each other is, whether it’s to be heard and feel included, creating a safe and welcoming space, or simply just spreading positivity, Women’s History Month encourages me to continue building something meaningful not just for myself, but for others too.  

__As a woman in gaming, what has your journey been like?__

As a woman in gaming, my journey has truly been one of the greatest experiences of my life. It’s brought me so much joy, purpose, and connection through both gaming and the community I’ve built. It’s a space where I’ve been able to be myself, share positivity, and create something meaningful with others.  

At the same time, it hasn’t always been easy. I’ve faced obstacles that made me feel stuck at times and have dealt with a lot of judgement. Those moments can be very challenging, but they also shaped me. They made me stronger and more confident in who I am today and what I stand for.  

Because of everything I’ve been through, I truly believe that any woman who wants to be in gaming should go for it. There is always a place for you and your voice matters. No matter the challenges, it’s worth doing what you love and I hope my journey can encourage others to do the same.  

__What barriers do you think still exist for women in gaming, and how can communities help break them down?__

I think there are definitely still barriers for women in gaming, especially when it comes to the feeling of not being fully accepted and comfortable being themselves. There can be moments of doubt, judgment, or pressure that make it harder for women to speak up, compete, or even just enjoy the game without feeling like they have to prove something. That can sometimes make the space feel less welcoming than what it should be.  

Gaming should be a place where anyone can show up, be themselves, and enjoy what they love no matter who they are. If you’re being judged or doubted, prove them wrong. There is no need to be a pro player, the point is to have fun. It’s your life and if gaming brings you joy then do that and don’t even listen to the doubters. As a community, the more we work together to support each other, the more we can create a positive space where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.  

__What advice would you give to young women who want to get into gaming or content creation?__ 

My biggest advice would be to just go for it and not let fear or doubt hold you back. It’s so easy to feel like you’re not ready or that you have to be perfect before you start, but you learn and grow along the way. Everyone starts somewhere and grow as they peruse their dreams. What matters most by doing want enjoy is your passion and being yourself.  

There will be challenges along the way and there may be moments where you question yourself if you should keep going, but don’t let that stop you. Instead push through those moments. It will help you grow stronger and more confident over time. Surround yourself with people who support you and don’t be afraid to take up space and use your voice. Don’t ever forget that you belong here. If it’s something you love, follow that path because you never know where it might take you. 

__Anything else to add?__

I hope I can inspire anyone reading this! Happy Women’s History Month! Remember to be yourself and don’t ever let anyone tell you different. And to my community, thank you for all your support and being the incredible gamers that you are 


Community Spotlight: iiizwerg

ItzChantall

__For those who may not know you — tell us a little about yourself and how you found your way into gaming and content creation.  __

Hello, I’m Chantal, Chan or better known as [ItzChantall online](https://www.twitch.tv/itzchantall/videos). Just a 4'11 Vegemite in a content creator world. Gaming for me started the same week Halo Combat Evolved came out, and I haven't looked back since. Gaming brings me a space of comfort, a place that feels like home, no matter how much I may be losing the match and missing those shots. I started streaming for 8 months in 2022 to try it out, took almost 2 years off, and came back in 2024. I’m so proud of where I am today and privileged to have the community, the friends, and the support of those around me! I wouldn’t be anywhere without you all. Thank you for giving me these opportunities! 

Prior to streaming and creating content full-time, I worked for 10 years as a Medical Imaging Assistant, primarily with cancer patients. Being in that industry helped build that passion to make a space that is cozy, yet sometimes pure chaos. A place that is warm and feels like a home when the world feels a little bit too heavy. No matter if you stop in for 5 mins and don’t come back for 5 months, to make it always welcoming and always there for you when you need to escape, just game or laugh while you lurk in the dark. Working in the medical field showed me so much. I’ve seen the pure and happiest moments in life, joy that makes the whole room cry; however, I’ve also seen the dark, the devastating and pure heartbreak. With that, it did make me feel lonely, cold, even in some aspects of life. I’d finish a 12-hour shift and sit in my thoughts, gaming alone. I didn’t have IRL friends who gamed. That’s where streaming saved me, honestly. 

I started streaming in hopes of making friends to game with, in hopes of brightening someone's day as much as they brightened mine. While also bringing support and vocalisation to the importance of helping those around us and giving back to things I’m passionate about, like The Bungie Foundation. You never know what anyone's going through, so if I can bring a little bit of brightness, a little bit of laughter, that’s more than I’ll ever be able to hope for. 

__Marathon is finally here! What’s been your experience so far? __

I’ve truly been loving Marathon, it’s so dynamic and requires a whole new skill set, every single run is unique, from the solo, duo to trio experience is all so vastly different. Although I don’t enjoy the solo play as much. It stresses me out, I’m on edge, but I’m addicted! Nothing has come close to this feeling of loading in with the crew, free kit or our best loot. Just no fear and fully sending it, those are the runs you never forget, win or lose, the vibes are 10/10! My favourite memories will always be the #WIG (Women in Gaming) Crew, Ilse and VioletShade! These two incredible women are two of the most wholesome, funny and intelligent Women I’m so privileged to call my friends! Every loss, tense moment or extraction, these women have my back while also having me in tears from laughing! From alpha testing to server slamming and through to full release, it's pure chaos! Like jumping into the opposition's extract and leaving Violet behind.. at least she got to get all the loot to herself, our kindness.. Right? 

__Which Runner shell is your favorite? What do you love about it  __

Originally, I was a Recon diehard. The ability to track and be more situational aware, not just for myself but for my team, to help support and coordinate team play, was really appealing, but since the server slam into release, I have been loving Assassin, and I’m hard stuck. Something about stealth, backline infiltration and being able to escape while avoiding detection to get those revives, or that rotation to repush for the team win has just been so satisfying! 

![assassin](//images.ctfassets.net/90080cu0oxhy/4YkMw8OgOYWPYv4BzJTCTh/a8fd196ca6783d878d8fdb05803354b2/2025_DEC_Marathon_Press_Kit_Compressed_014.png)

__Why is fundraising for the Bungie Foundation important to you? __ 

Fundraising for The Bungie Foundation gives us the ability to help bring a sense of normalcy during distressing situations for patients going through the toughest moments of their lives. It's an incredible opportunity for us to share awareness, visibility, and support those in need on a larger scale. It's an honour to be chosen to represent the Bungie Foundation on a formal level, but it's even more gratifying to be able to see first-hand the vital role we can play in the mental health and happiness we can bring.  

Supporting the Bungie Foundation symbolises my commitment to creating awareness while fostering a proud community that is also as committed to helping and joining as we shine a spotlight on the mission at hand and make a positive impact, extending an open embrace to all communities. Being in the position to help, I’m able to offer a different perspective, an insight into the medical field, and how important it is for us to help support those who need it so much more than we do. As a Medical Imaging Assistant working with cancer patients for the last 10 years, from infants to the elderly, navigating through their journeys with them from the day of diagnosis, performing and/ or being their support person during all procedures, up until their last appointment with me, whatever that may look like. Fundraising with the Bungie Foundation has deepened my appreciation for people, life, and the diverse paths we all travel. It’s shown me just how important emotional and mental well-being is, and gives us the opportunity to make a difference together! 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

To me, being a Lightkeeper means stepping up to support those in need, being the keeper of hope, and using my influence and platform to make a positive difference. If I have the opportunity to help change someone’s life for the better, to feel heard, to be seen and bring a smile, a laugh to someone who may be going through the worst time. To bring warmth and comfort, creating a safe space where they feel supported and always welcome. I’ll do everything in my power to make it happen. It’s truly an honour to be part of something so meaningful and to help spread that hope with all. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? What stands out to you about the Bungie Foundation community’s commitment to giving back? __

Working in Medical Imaging for the last 10 years, I feel a strong passion for all three core mission pillars that the Bungie Foundation supports: Children's health and well-being, Humanitarian aid and Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity. Helping raise funds and bring a sense of normalcy to the lives of those who need it most, and creating an inclusive and strong environment, are very important to me. It feels so incredibly rewarding to know how much of a difference we can make and help bring even the slightest bit of normalcy to sick kids by fundraising and, in turn, providing children's hospitals worldwide with joy and laughter when the world feels heavy. It’s more than just fundraising events; it’s a true testament to Bungie’s community, to our communities, and to our ability to rally together and make an impact where it matters most. That's what shared passion is, and bringing something we’re all passionate about, like gaming, that's where we have the opportunity to turn into something bigger, together. Gaming is a place where we can escape for a short while. Where we can form a bond and create a space that is beyond “the people online”, it's a family. I’m passionate about helping those in need and bringing hope and a brighter day to those who need it most, with the community right beside me. 

![littlelights1](//images.ctfassets.net/90080cu0oxhy/tTVynBFEEkH4JFRaa64mY/7cd9daa8bcd5c0268153831c147e7c62/little_lights.jpg)

__What does Women’s History Month mean to you personally?  __

Women’s History Month is a time for reflection and gratitude to the women who came before us, the women who stand with us, and those who help uplift and inspire us. It’s about honouring the past by actively working together to achieve our own goals. We celebrate the achievements of all women across all fields, races, and backgrounds. To me, personally, Women’s History Month serves as a reminder of progress made in gender equality while reinforcing the ongoing need for representation, inclusion, and the continuous growth and celebration of each other! 

__As a woman in gaming, what has your journey been like? 
__

I grew up in a male-dominated household with 6 brothers. Gaming was bonding, and if you died in the game, that's your turn done, so you had no choice but to get good at the game or wait until it’s your turn again if you threw. We rotated between the Nintendo 64 and Gameboy, Xbox, and later, around the time the Sims came out, we got a Windows 95, and I haven’t looked back since. Gaming brings me so much joy and peace. Although being a woman in gaming and livestreaming, it can be very cutthroat; you’ll have days where you’re told to get in the kitchen, and that same day you’re celebrated for 1v3 and bring the whole team back in a Marathon run. It can be incredible, but you also need some tough skin. I have loved my journey. As a kid, I lived for Kung Fu Chaos, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Halo, Pokémon Red and Blue (Charmander always), Warcraft and Sim, just to name a few. I have always been fascinated by the gaming world. I went from working a very demanding, very consuming yet rewarding job for 10 years, from seeing the best and worst sides of life and people. To full-time gaming and fully loving what I do. I feel privileged to call my passion my job. I started streaming because I wanted to make like-minded friends. I hated gaming alone, I didn’t want anyone else to feel lonely either, and I just want to bring as much laughter and joy to everything I play, even at my own expense. Life is tough, so if I can help uplift your spirits for just 5 mins, that's all I can ask for. I’ve seen a very sad and dark side of the medical industry, but on the other hand, it has helped shape me, along with gaming, into the woman I am today. 

__What barriers do you think still exist for women in gaming, and how can communities help break them down?  __

While women make up nearly half of the gaming population, significant barriers do unfortunately still exist. Online harassment, sexism, and stereotypes regarding competence are still a regular occurrence, and we, along with all of our communities, can help break down these barriers by coming together and actively fostering inclusive environments. Enforcing standards for how we speak to women, showing all women the same respect, encouragement, and celebration in an industry that can sometimes feel very lonely and unnecessarily competitive to be that “top woman”. With our community's backing, we create change and pave the way for women for generations to come. 

__What advice would you give to young women who want to get into gaming or content creation?__  

You are incredible, just the way you are. You don’t have to act like someone else to fit in. You don’t need to prove anything. Just show up, set firm boundaries where needed, and do not put up with harassment. Surround yourself with people who make you laugh and uplift you. Play what you love and what excites you. Make and post the TikTok, flood those Reels, stay goofy. Create what you want; there’s a place for everyone and all of us, together. You are not less than anyone else, don’t compromise and make yourself small, you are worth all of your dreams and more! 
The best way to learn is to do it. Try everything that inspires you, fail, learn, and try again. Keep going! Your vibe will attract your tribe! We are so privileged to have women in this industry, just like you. Remember, you can be both clever and kind. Thick skin isn’t built overnight, and we’re all human. I could say, "Don’t let those opinions affect you," but if you’re like me, some will, and it’s okay to feel that emotion. However, remember that those harsh, horrible opinions don't define you! You know who you are, and if you make a mean BLT, own it, and add that pineapple on the pizza! Together, we can provide a safe environment for women and help amplify the support of other women in the industry. 

__Anything else to add?
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Together, we set the standards for all #womeningaming. Happy Women’s History Month! 

Community Spotlight: ItzChantall

hairresearch1

*Interview with Yale computer science professor Theodore Kim, leading landmark research in hair animation funded by The Bungie Foundation.*

__What inspired this research, and what problem were you trying to solve when it comes to representing African-American hair in videogames?__

We started this research after the 2020 murder of George Floyd, as all the racial injustices during the pandemic came to the fore. In collaboration with Professor A.M. Darke at UCSC, we saw that CGI algorithms for Afro-textured hair were entirely missing. As a result, what little Afro-textured hair that did appear was often not respectful, and anything that was respectful was very difficult to make. The digital tools were all geared to help artists create and style straight hair.

__Why has afro-textured hair historically been difficult to model and animate accurately in games and animation?__

The default assumption for decades has been that straight hair is the most important type of hair, and all other types are just minor variations. As a result, decades of research has built digital tools for straight hair, whose performance gets worse and worse for curlier hair. When computer graphics was getting started in the 1980s, everything was hard. Both straight and curly hair were equally hard. Nowadays, straight hair is much easier since lots of people have developed algorithms for it. Afro-textured hair in many ways has been stuck this whole time at the 1980s starting line.

__What makes this research approach different from how hair has traditionally been handled in computer graphics?__

We have discarded the assumption that hair is just a straight rod, so we need to rewind and ask: "What if it's not a rod? What if it's a helix?" The basic math that gets pulled in to examine these questions then changes.

__Your paper introduces new ways to describe the shape and movement of coily hair—how would you explain that work in simple terms to a general audience?__

We have found three different shape classes that are unique to coily hair.
First, very coily hair forms a spongy layer near the scalp, but then coalesces into chunky coils further from the scalp. We have devised a way to model the spongy layer in a way that looks authentic, as well as a way to transition to coils. We call this "phase locking".
Second, each of these coils contain a bunch of stray hairs that occasionally leap in and out of the helix. Depending on how often they leap out, the hair can look dull and frizzy, or slick and shiny. We came up with a way to model these different looks called "period skipping".
Third, coily hair can contain staple-shaped curves at moments when the coil changes direction. Anybody who ever fussed with an old telephone cord recognizes this shape. We came up with a way of computing it, which we call "switchbacks".

![hairesearch2](//images.ctfassets.net/90080cu0oxhy/5yUQCtJy4Z8Qy5yHMOdaOV/1f469b1fd596c72120c55f55c2a553bc/shortNaturalTableau.png)

__How does improving the underlying technology change what artists and developers are able to create?__

Some of these shapes, such as the switchbacks, were simply impossible to compute before. Nobody, even the top Afro-textured hair artists in the world, knew how to get these shapes into their models. They knew it was missing, but just had to go without. Now with the help of our new algorithms, they can finally get the look they want.

__Why is it important that representation challenges like this are solved at the tool and technology level, not just through extra manual work by artists?__

There are basic questions of algorithmic equity that have been neglected for decades. To draw a painting analogy, it's like artists who wanted to paint pictures of straight hair had decades of scientists designing custom paintbrushes, air brushes, varnishes, and canvas materials just for them. In contrast, if you wanted to paint Afro-textured hair, all you got was two paintbrush types, both of which were originally designed for straight hair. You can make it work with lots of time and sweat, but there's still the basic question of fairness.

__How does this research connect to broader conversations around inclusion and equity in gaming and digital spaces?__

One of the reasons that Afro-textured hair algorithms have not been developed for so long is that Black scientists and artists have been historically excluded from the film and gaming spaces. There were no voices well-positioned to point out these glaring algorithmic deficiencies.

In the film and gaming space, it goes back to the basic question of who gets to be viewed as "human", and which version of humanity is worthy of algorithmic inquiry. If you do not qualify for such inquiries, secondhand algorithms get used to generate a lesser version of your likeness on a screen.

__Looking ahead, how could this work shape the future of character creation and player representation in videogames?__

We hope that when people look back years from now, it will be painfully obvious how narrow and limited today's character creation tools were. We hope that all the current looks and styles of Afro-textured hair become so easy to make that future developers can push the envelope and inspire all sorts of gorgeous new designs.

__What's next for your and your team?__

There's lots of work still to be done. Basic questions on how best to generate, style, and animate hair, and make it fast enough that some of our improvements can start appearing in games, still need to be answered.

__Why was support from the Bungie Foundation important in making this research possible, and what role can philanthropy play in advancing more inclusive technology in gaming?__

None of this would have happened without the support of the Bungie Foundation. The other main source of funding for this sort of research is the federal government, but that has been dramatically shrinking over the last year. For scientists who still believe that inclusion is an important ingredient for a better world, partnering with philanthropy is the only way we can keep pushing forward.

![hair3](//images.ctfassets.net/90080cu0oxhy/4eJn37wwA6BQ58YdXLYAY0/f4c4c68a72dc16a69d697361db9a2d08/opening_figure_TK.png)

Rewriting the Algorithm: Advancing Inclusive Character Creation

janpiert

__Tell us a little about yourself, where you are from and the content you create. __

My name is Janpiert. I’m a creator from Peru who focuses mainly on PvP. My goal on my streams has always been to help people get to the Lighthouse and earn the best rewards from the chest. You can usually find me playing Trials every weekend, while also hanging out and having fun with everyone in chat. I’m not really a PvE player, but whenever big challenges come out, like contest Raids or Dungeons, you’ll always see me there taking on the challenge.  

__What inspired you to become a Bungie Foundation supporter?  __

I was inspired by realizing that my content and community can be more than just playing or streaming games for fun. I find it very inspiring that we can use this entertainment to make an impact for people in need. Also, being part of something like this makes me feel very happy, because it’s not only about games, it’s about making a difference.  

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? __ 

I would definitely say the Little Lights program. Every gamer knows that video games can heal and let you escape from the world for a few hours and sometimes that’s exactly what we need. I feel like it’s the same for the kids in this program. It gives them a chance to just be kids and enjoy something fun even while they’re going through tough times.  

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?  __

To me, being a Lightkeeper means using my love for gaming to bring people together for something bigger than the game itself. It’s about community, support, and making a real impact. It’s honestly an honor, and I’m really grateful to take part in such great events as a Lightkeeper.  

__What’s your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

My favorite Destiny gaming moment has always been contest raid day one. I’m the kind of person who loves challenges, and without a doubt, running a new raid every year and trying to complete it within 48 hours is an experience I’ve never felt in any other game. Watching so many players racing the contest, competing with each other, and having an audience behind the screens supporting their favorite teams is something truly unique to Destiny 2.  

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year?__

The people. Every time I play Destiny 2, I feel like streaming. I’ve built such a strong connection with my community that even when I play off stream, I feel the need to go live. Over the years, I’ve met so many people through the game who became close friends, and some I was even lucky enough to meet in person. What really keeps me coming back to Destiny is the community I’ve built along the way.

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__What’s a moment where your community surprised or inspired you?__  

I’ll never forget the moment my community made me feel truly grateful for what we’ve built together. During my Game2Give 2022 stream, I dropped my second PvP montage. It was my second shot at winning MOTW, and the amount of support I got that week was unreal, especially during my time slot for G2G. So many people from the LATAM community supported the project I had put so much work into, and thanks to all their support, the following TWID announced we had won MOTW. I owe so much to my LATAM community, without them, I wouldn’t even be here being featured in this spotlight. 

__How does celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month resonate with you personally?__ 

To me, it’s about feeling a strong connection to my home country, Peru. My family always taught me to never forget where I come from and to be proud of my roots and everything I’ve experienced. Peru is full of culture, traditions, and history, and carrying that with me while living far from home makes me proud to represent where I’m from.  

__What does representation in gaming and streaming spaces mean to you?__  

To me, representation in gaming and streaming means always welcoming people from different communities. No matter where you’re from, your culture, or your language, there will always be a spot on the Fireteam for one more. Speaking for my community, it’s been amazing to see more and more creators from LATAM getting opportunities, especially in Destiny 2. For those just starting or who have been creating content for years, it’s really comforting to see doors opening. 

__Are there elements of your heritage that inspire your creativity or the way you approach content creation?__  

To me, it comes from the way we are as Latinos. We always find funny and creative ways to say things, and that same energy shows up in my streams. What inspires me the most is just keeping things fun, so anyone who drops by leaves with a laugh or at least a smile. That’s who we are in LATAM, we’re positive people who always try to make the best out of any situation. As a LATAM creator, I bring a lot of that vibe into my content, and in my community we even have this inside joke called “Momento Latam.” It’s something we say all the time whenever something happens that feels like it could only happen in LATAM and nowhere else. 

__If you could pass along one message during Hispanic Heritage Month to the Destiny community, what would it be?__  

My message would be that no matter where you’re from, at the end of the day we’re all one community. In LATAM, everyone is welcome, and you’d be surprised at how many amazing players we have, in both PvE and PvP. Over the past few years, I’ve seen LATAM fireteams compete at the same level as world-first teams during contest raids. If you give them a chance and support them, you won’t regret it.  

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign in support of the Bungie Foundation?__ 

I’d say just go for it. Don’t worry if your incentives or the stuff you put together to raise donations aren’t huge, what really matters is taking that first step. And even if your first fundraising campaign doesn’t hit the goal, remember that every bit of support counts and makes a difference. Stay consistent and always keep in mind the real reason we’re doing this, which is to help people in need.

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Community Spotlight: Janpiert

__Tell us a little about yourself, where you are from and the content you create.__  

Hello, I'm Alyssa, I live in Mexico, I focus mainly on the Twitch platform, I enjoy streaming and playing with my community, and I really enjoy it when funny things happen to me in the game, I focus more on PvP content but I also enjoy PvE content. 

__What inspired you to become a Bungie Foundation supporter?__  

I was very encouraged to know that we could contribute a little to this worthy cause. Although many people find it difficult to contribute, but when they do, they do it wholeheartedly. 

__What class do you main and what’s your favorite build you are rocking in Edge of Fate?__  

I play as a Hunter and use the Prismatic class. 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?__  

To be able to be the protector and Guardian of the hearts of people who need it. 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year?__  

It's a game I love and enjoy a lot. I'm very excited by PvP, and I find PvE, like Dungeon, Raids or Grandmaster activities, very relaxing and fun. I also enjoy earning triumphs and seals. For me it is an exciting game when I want to be competitive and relaxing when I just want to enjoy and have fun. 

__What’s a moment where your community surprised or inspired you?__  

The support I've had to get to where I am, the people who decided to be with me through thick and thin, offering their support, since it's difficult for us to be recognized in the LATAM community. And above all, I'm grateful to have found true friends.

__How does celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month resonate with you personally?__  

Proud to be Mexican, celebrating Mexican Independence Day in September! Proud to speak Spanish and show that Mexicans are kind by nature. Not to mention that we are very friendly and fun. 

__What does representation in gaming and streaming spaces mean to you?__  

As a Mexican, I’m proud to represent Mexico in special situations, showing that we have good players and streamers is one of the goals we have. 

__Are there elements of your heritage that inspire your creativity or the way you approach content creation?__  

It's primarily our language, which has a wide catalog of words to describe things in different situations. Many words to describe different feelings. That's why many people consider Spanish "the language of love." 

__If you could pass along one message during Hispanic Heritage Month to the wider Destiny community, what would it be?__  

Live and let live, show the kindness that we Mexicans have. The bad things of the past are over, let's move forward! Be proud of who you are! Without you the world would not be the same. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign in support of the Bungie Foundation?__ 

The first step is to start! Even if you don't have much success at first, don't give up and keep trying! Be persistent and you'll see that people will show their love and support.

Community Spotlight: Alyssa Chambers

deus

__Tell us a little about yourself, where you are from and the content you create. __

Hey everyone, my name is Felipe Lubiano, and I go by the in-game alias Deus. I am from Chile and I’ve been an active Destiny player since the launch of Destiny 2. I’ve been in the world of Twitch since 2012 and originally started by playing Diablo III. My content on Twitch has always been about my journey as a player, hunting for seals, participating on Day 1 Raids and Dungeons, helping guardians with endgame PvE and PvP content in the past, and most importantly, building a story with my community. Years have gone by, and I’m mostly centered on playing endgame and chasing seals nowadays, fatherhood kicked in 2 years ago and it has been harder to keep up. 

__What inspired you to become a Bungie Foundation supporter? __

It started as a simple one-time initiative for one of the campaigns. But later it grew a bit more on me as I understood that the work behind the Foundation was substantial. Not only that, but some of the people who have donated have reached out to me saying that these types of events have helped relatives in the past. Where I live, fundraising is mostly centered for people that need financial aid, but from my understanding, the Bungie Foundation operates on a different level, on some occasions for humanitarian causes, and on others, changing people’s lives. And one of those was particularly the case of a contributor's relative, who happens to be from my region. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? __

As mentioned before, I became a father not long ago, and this has been a complete shift of my priorities and the way of viewing some aspects of life. For this reason, I have a strong personal bias and preference for the Little Lights program. I was personally affected by health issues during the first 5 years of my life, and I can’t stress enough how distressing it can be for children and parents. So, seeing that children find relief from what the Foundation is able to provide really brings a smile to me. 

__What class do you main and what’s your favorite build you are rocking in Edge of Fate? __

I am a Hunter main, my most used build has been a prismatic melee build using Caliban’s Hand and Liar’s Handshake. But when I just need to chill and play some quick games, I personally switch to gunslinger and spam knives and tripmines. Nonetheless, I still play all 3 classes so Solar well Warlock and Arc Thunderclash Titan are my go-to when I’m not rocking my Hunter. 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

To me, this has been a chance of being in the spotlight representing my region and being able to channel resources and impressions to a cause that I fully support. A couple of years ago, it might have been unthinkable that LATAM would get any recognition behind these campaigns, especially when some programs are based locally in the US and not all of them are global. 

I’m very thankful for being picked as a fundraiser and a Lightkeeper. It has been an honor participating in events with some other fellow members of the Destiny community. I wish one day to be able within my travels to the US , to be able to visit any of the institutions or programs I've fundraised for. 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

Always and without a doubt, Day 1 Raids. To me personally, it is just the climax of what the franchise offers. Since my channel has always been about the journey as a player, Day 1 Raids are a moment for my community to gather and witness an exhibition of the best of which the game has to offer, bringing talented players and also showcasing what true endgame is about. There is nothing like it, the marathonic 24-48 hours sometimes without sleeping, all for the final last stand and the emotions behind the completion. 

I’ve showcased during every Day 1 a video about past raids with every guardian who has stood with me during those events, as a memento of this journey, and we replay this video before every event.

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year? __

Initially, the story, now life. As I’ve grown older, I’ve been grateful for having played the complete saga, meeting fellow Guardians, having learnt from very experienced players and cementing my journey in Twitch and YouTube. Every drop of content has had some special moments either within the game or with the community. Life goes by and I have less time to play games, but Destiny keeps me hooked because of the addictive gunplay, the music and some fantasy moments that occur when streaming (you just really get in the moment and the fiction). 

__How does celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month resonate with you personally? __

To me, it has always been a moment of gratitude and welcomeness. But also, a moment about honoring the richness of some traditions and regional elements that we have in Chile. I’m always surprised when hearing about what others think of our wine, or perhaps how some artists have reached prestigious galleries. These are reminders of the creativity and warmth that our culture carries, and it resonates with me because it’s about celebrating identity and sharing it with others. 

__What does representation in gaming and streaming spaces mean to you? __

For me, representation in streaming means that people can see themselves in the community, whether that’s through language, culture, or background. As a Chilean/Hispanic streamer, it’s important to me to bring that part of my identity into my content, because when I was growing up, I didn’t always see many Latin American voices in gaming spaces, more specifically in Destiny 2. Representation to me means creating room for diversity, so someone watching can feel, “Hey, there’s a place for me here too”. 

__Are there elements of your heritage that inspire your creativity or the way you approach content creation? __

I think that the closest aspect of a cultural element present in my content would be playfulness and good vibes. Over here, people are very extroverted, playful and somewhat perceived as cheerful or not so serious. I try to always set the tone in a more chill and playful manner rather than strictly bind to the main game objectives. Sure, there are moments where we are locked in, but when we are not, I love sharing memes, watching some funny game related videos and sharing some relatable moments or stories. 

__If you could pass along one message during Hispanic Heritage Month to the wider Destiny community, what would it be?__ 

Although language is always going to be a strong barrier, gaming shouldn’t be, as it is best defined as common grounds. My message would be to take the opportunity to visit different communities or content creators. You would be surprised how many here make a large effort to close that language gap. 

Outside of games, we are all people that come from different places or cultures. Getting to know each other in a more personal way and understanding each person’s origin makes this place so much better and welcoming to those who may feel a bit more insecure. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign in support of the Bungie Foundation? __

I say just do it. You can start little and there is a huge platform that makes it easy and fun for some people to do this. It doesn’t need to be something large, but keep in mind, what is being done is meaningful, and eventually it will hit you positively. 

Believe in the cause, forget about being so stiff. Be open to do silly stuff, or assume that things might run sloppy, or that communication will be troublesome with different collaborators. At the end of the day, it’s just a game, but we do this because we believe in the cause. 


Community Spotlight: DeusCL

Vurya

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create.  __

My name is Vurya, I am a creator from the US who focuses on PvP games. Every weekend that Trials of Osiris comes around, you can expect to see me in the playlist helping people get max rewards from the Lighthouse chest, all while making sure they enjoy their Trials experience as much as possible. Anytime challenging PvE content comes out, such as contest mode events, I enjoy running those as well! Overall, I'm just having a good time streaming and hanging out with everyone in chat! 

__Congrats on the Seventh Column Chaos win! What was your experience playing in the tournament and how great did it feel to come out as champs?  __

Thank you! The experience was great! I had a great time and the tournament layout really helps with that, the first two rounds being spread between multiple weeks really helps with not making things overwhelming. The semis and finals being on the same day really sets the atmosphere and makes it more exciting to play in. Coming out on top was a great feeling, my team played great throughout the whole tournament and it really showed with the undefeated run. Overall a surreal feeling knowing that the tournament is all centered around a charity I heavily support and is for a great cause. 

__We raised $320k during the livestream! What does it say about the Destiny community that they routinely show up so big for charity?  __

It really shows how generous the community can be! If I remember correctly the main goal was hit before the matches even began and that was crazy to see! The Destiny community never disappoints when it comes to charity. 

__What was the toughest match up your team had?  __

I’d personally say the first round just because I had no idea what to expect going into it! It was a coin toss to decide the rules and it was the first time ever playing with my teammates. The unknown was what made it a tough match for me and at the end of it, it was an incredible experience. The builds we prepped for each mode really pulled us through! 

__Any strats you put together that helped survive the Chaos?  __

No real strats could prepare you for the chaos, as you never know what’s coming next. My team and I were just ready to adapt to the modifiers, some classes play better with different modifiers! There’s so many different things you can use in Destiny, so to instantly begin thinking of ways to give yourself a slight advantage in whatever modifier is given was key. 

__Why do you choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation?__  

I choose to support the Bungie Foundation because of their devotion to really help children going through tough challenges. Particularly, their use of bringing entertainment to children's lives. I will always take every chance I get to fundraise because I know that everything makes a difference, even just speaking about the impact of the Bungie Foundation. 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?__  

Being a Lightkeeper to me means to brighten people's days whenever possible. As a streamer, it's a reminder to me to use entertainment as a way to make everyone’s day better. To perfectly encapsulate what it means to be a Lightkeeper, it's to be that light that people need if it ever gets a little too dark. It's very fitting for the title Lightkeeper. 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment?  __

Easily The Burnout weekend after the Witch Queen Trials rework. My bestfriend Mistreated and I went flawless 113 times that weekend! Our goal was to see how many we could do in a weekend and we actually ended up with the record! All of it was streamed from start to finish, we would stream for 20 hours and sleep for 4. We heavily prepared for this and our friends really made a difference in helping us reach this goal. Sometimes we were just too tired and needed a little bit of babysitting and our community helped remind us to keep healthy and kept us company. As you can imagine, playing for that long led to a lot of funny moments that our community heavily enjoyed and we made a lot of unforgettable memories! 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year?__  

The friendships I’ve made and the community I’ve built alongside my bestfriend. I’m a big PvP player and there’s almost no mode in any other game that excites me as much as Trials of Osiris. On the PvE side I really love the Contest mode activities as well, seeing the whole community come together and try to beat an activity all at once is always exciting. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about?__  

The Child’s Play Program. I personally feel like many people use games as an escape from the real world and sometimes as a way to truly express themselves. So to give kids something to focus on as fun as video games or even to just make new friends that share a similar interest is amazing. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day?__ 

My best piece of advice would honestly be just do it! If you even have a thought of fundraising it is worth it. Everything makes a difference no matter how much is individually raised and you never know how big of an impact you can really make until you try! 

Community Spotlight: Vurya

qHugz

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create. __

My name is Hugz! I am an FPS content creator from the UK with a focus on Destiny 2! I've been playing FPS games ever since I was 9, starting with CoD. I always loved the competitive nature of FPS games and being better than the enemy to win. I aim to create high skill gameplay with a friendly, welcoming deminer where everyone in chat can be themselves and I can too. I want to be the streamer that feels like that mate at university that you can always hang out with. 

__Why do you choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation? __

I chose to support the Bungie Foundation as I wanted to use my platform to make an impact for those people in need. What the Bungie Foundation does is such a great cause so being a Bungie focused streamer it was a no brainer to do some good. 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?__

Being a Lightkeeper to me means providing good whenever possible, no matter how big or small. 

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny community? __

I think because a lot of Destiny players are much older than most player bases. We have all grown up since Destiny 1, we have lost family, friends, loved ones. So when us players have an opportunity to help someone out there suffering, we remember those we have lost and want to do good for the next person, so another mother or father doesn't have to go through the loss we have. 

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, what would it be?__

I would add a no ability rule, no super, no grenade or powered melee. Just straight guns as the gunplay in Destiny is amazing and we should focus on that whenever possible. 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament?__

I'm feeling great! Having Omlet as my team mate as such a relief to me as we are both good friends and have played many games before so I'm confident we have a good synergy going there. 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

Probably helping carry a viewer’s 7-year-old son to the Flawless Lighthouse chest for the first time! He played really well and i remember his dad telling me how excited he was seeing his armor glow AND he also got one of the Trials ships too which he really wanted. 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year?__

What keeps me coming back is how addicting the gunplay is and how friendly the community can be at times. Trials of Osiris is one of the best game modes I have ever played in my FPS journey. It is such a unique and competitive experience that keeps me and many others coming back. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about?__

I think the Childs Play portion of the program. I grew up feeling isolated a lot in school and as a kid so I turned to video games for all my issues and used them as a way to escape from whatever the day’s problems were. So, the fact these children in hospitals can play games with others in the hospital and have fun with each other and escape what they are feeling, I resonate with that deeply. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day?__

My advice would be to just do it! There is zero downside to doing a fundraising campaign as no matter how much you raise or donate it will all add up and help support these Children in need.   

Community Spotlight: qHugz

Brotherhood

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create. __

Hey guys, I’m Brotherhood a creator based in New Zealand!! I grew up playing games with dad and brother and found Destiny after hearing some friends talk about it at school. I’ve been a massive Destiny fan since the Beta for Destiny 1 and have played ever since. I focus on providing help for harder end game content like raids, especially when a new raid is released. Otherwise, you can find me having a laugh with friends on stream and just being a goofball. 

__Why do you choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation? __

I choose to support the foundation because I believe my community has the same love and passion for the cause and can help make a positive change for those who need it the most. Knowing our community is making an amazing change in the world is an awesome feeling, so proud of this community and the things we can achieve with a bit of positivity and love  

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

Being a Lightkeeper to me means to take initiative to help make a change and brighten someone’s day by providing them with the entertainment we are fortunate to have. This community I have formed has shown that we can make a difference for those in need and seeing everyone smile shows that all this hard work we do is paying off and I’ll happily do this over and over again to help put a smile on someone’s face. I’m beyond proud to be a Lightkeeper, it’s something I will forever hold close to me.  

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny community? __

I think it resonates strongly with the Destiny community because we are all kids at heart and many know what it’s like to face hard times in life. Destiny is all about hope and has always been a platform to help others and we are carrying that from in game to the real world. Going from helping New Lights in game to helping Little Lights in real life as well. As a creator who focuses on helping people in game, it’s amazing to have the ability to carry that into the real world and share a bit of that Destiny hope with the rest of the world to help brighten someone’s day! 

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, what would it be? __

I’ve always been a massive fan of cursed modifiers like inverted aim or a low/high sensitivity. So, if I had the ability to make everyone do one of those I would 100% make them do inverted aim it makes for some amazing content watching creators try find their way around a map with an inverted aim. 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament? __

I feel pretty good, Team Exiles have been doing practice together here and there. It’s been a while since I have played PvP but it feels amazing to be back and I’m ready to take on Team Stranger Danger and give them my all. The team is in good spirits and excitement is high so we are excited to get going and will bring our all!! 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

It’s so hard to pick just one after 10+ years of Destiny. One that always stands out to me is meeting some of my first friends in the game through the tower in Destiny 1 and clearing my first Nightfall. Completing my first day one raid back in Destiny 1 as well. Moments where I can help people achieve their first clear for a raid or ever just messing around with friends will always make amazing moments in the game. 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year? __

The friendship I’ve made and this amazing community I’ve built along with having something to grind whether it be weapon rolls, DLC prep or even just helps. Seeing how much of an amazing community we have makes returning easy. This community will always keep me returning as we all continue to make fun memories together and in some cases life long friendships. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? __

Kids are bundles of joy and if we can to our part to help make a Little Lights’ day I will do whatever I can to help. We were all kids once and as a kid that grew up around video games, having the ability to help brighten someone’s day through gaming is such an amazing opportunity and I’ll do it over and over again. Bungie Foundation and our communities will always surprise me with how loving and caring they are for this cause as all our communities rally together to help the Little Lights. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day? __

Genuinely just be yourself and have fun. Celebrate every donation and milestone you reach, they all matter regardless of the amount. At the end of the day, it goes to an amazing cause and every little bit helps. Remember to always be proud of what you are doing as well as showing the community the love you have for it and it will be shown back. Don’t give up and keep grinding for the Little Lights. 

Community Spotlight: BrotherhoodIX

merj1

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create.__

Hey, I'm Germain, a 38-year-old from France, and I've been creating Destiny content on YouTube and Twitch since the game’s beta dropped back in 2014. I’m all about PvE, I love diving into those epic raids and challenges! Back in the Destiny 1 days, I was super into helping other players out and grinding for those World First completions, which was honestly such a thrill. Nowadays, my focus is on entertaining my community, bringing some smiles, and sharing a few laughs. I’ve had the chance to rep Destiny at a bunch of French events and WebTVs, and I’m really proud to have helped grow the community here. It’s been an awesome ride, and I’m just happy to keep spreading the good vibes! 

__Why do you choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation?  __

I’ve been through some tough times in my life, and honestly, I was always too stubborn to ask for help. It shaped who I am, but looking back, I think things could’ve been easier if I’d had some support. That’s why I’m so passionate about the Bungie Foundation. I get that a lot of people out there, especially kids and families, face things like disasters or serious illnesses where they don’t have a choice but to lean on others. I know how much that kind of help can mean. Supporting the Foundation through gaming is just such a cool way to make a difference. You’re playing a game you love, offering fun in-game incentives to viewers, and helping people at the same time. What’s better than that? 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

Honestly, being a Lightkeeper isn’t about the title or status for me. It’s cool, but that’s not the heart of it. What really hits home is the trust that Bungie and the community put in me. That feeling? It’s huge and means the world. Knowing we’re seen as a positive part of the Destiny community is something I’m super grateful for. 

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny community? __

I think the Bungie Foundation’s mission hits home for the Destiny community because so many of us get what it’s like to face struggles. Being a Guardian in the game is all about protecting others and stepping up to help, and that vibe just carries over into real life. The Foundation’s focus on supporting people through tough times really connects with players who see themselves as part of that “Guardian spirit.” It’s like, we’re out here saving the universe in-game, so helping out in the real world just feels right, I guess! 

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, what would it be?__  

As someone who’s been playing shooters since the late ‘90s, I’m all about that old-school vibe. If I could add a chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, I’d go for something super stripped-down: no supers, no grenades, no abilities at all. Just pure gunplay, like back in the day. It’d be a fun way to test everyone’s raw skills and bring some classic shooter chaos to the mix! 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament? __

I’m hyped to jump into this year’s tournament, even though PvP isn’t my strong suit ! Let’s just say I’m a bit rusty! I’m leaning on my partner to bring some serious skills to the table, haha. For me, it’s all about the fun and entertainment now. I just want everyone watching to have a blast and enjoy the show. Good luck and have fun to all the other teams and captains out there. 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

Oh man, my favorite Destiny gaming moment has gotta be tied to end-game content. Back in the day, I was all in on World First raid races, chasing that top spot with my team. We nabbed a few wins, but honestly, we crashed and burned a lot too, haha! These days, I get a kick out of casting the World First races instead. Watching all these awesome teams battle it out to climb to the top is so much fun! it’s intense, and entertaining. Funny thing is, my favorite moments now are when I’m not even playing, just hyping up the action! 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year? __ 

That’s a tough one to pin down, but Destiny’s been a huge part of my life. It was there for me during some really rough patches, and honestly, it’s shaped my career, both now and where I’m headed. The game gave me this boost of confidence in myself, and that’s huge. Plus, the community keeps me hooked. I see so many awesome Guardians coming back year after year, and some of them have been with me on this journey, like true friends. There’s just something special about the game, whatever the highs and lows in it, and the people that keep pulling me back. This is probably a mix of all those reasons and more! 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about?  __

Honestly, I’m not really a “kid person” in the usual sense, sometimes I joke that I’m not even sure I’m a “human person,” haha! But there’s something about the Bungie Foundation’s work that really hits me. I love how they use online charity, like gaming events, to make a difference. It feels like a way for me to stay connected to who I am while helping others. Kids especially get me, because they didn’t choose to be in tough spots, you know? They’re just starting out, and they deserve support to grow into awesome people, especially when they can’t handle things on their own. And the disaster relief stuff? That’s huge too. Nobody can control when life throws a curveball like that, and I’d want someone to have my back in those moments i bet, so I’m all about helping out there too ! 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day?__ 

If you’re wondering whether to join a fundraising campaign like Bungie Day, my advice is simple: just do it! You get to play your favorite game, have a blast, and earn some cool rewards while helping make a real difference. I mean, how awesome is that? It’s such a fun way to be part of something bigger, so don’t overthink it. Just jump in! 

Community Spotlight: merj1

ScreamQueen

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create. __

Hello, my name is Scream Queen. I've been passionate about gaming for as long as I can remember. When my Destiny journey began, I was immediately drawn to its immersive gameplay and the never-ending grind that keeps things exciting. Today, I’m fortunate to be a full-time streamer, with my content primarily focused on endgame challenges—especially low-man and solo flawless runs. I thrive on pushing my limits and tackling the toughest content the game has to offer. 

__Why do you choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation? __

I truly believe that my community and I have the ability to make a meaningful difference through charity events. Supporting the Bungie Foundation allows us to contribute to causes that improve the lives of others, and it’s incredibly rewarding to know that our efforts can have a real, positive impact. It always puts a smile on my face to see the good we can do together.  

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?  __

To me, being a Lightkeeper means stepping up to support those in need and using my influence and platform I have to make a positive difference. If I have the opportunity to help change someone’s life for the better, I’ll do everything in my power to make it happen. It’s truly an honor to be part of something so meaningful. 

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny community? __

I believe the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so deeply with the Destiny community because at its core, Destiny is about hope, resilience, and standing together in the face of adversity, values that I think align perfectly with the Foundation’s goals. 

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, what would it be? __ 

I’d love to add a modifier that revolves around heavy use of Shatterdive, something that really encourages or even requires it throughout the event. As a proud Shatterdive main, I know firsthand how chaotic (and fun) things can get when you slam down on your enemies. 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament?  __

I’m incredibly excited! There are so many strong teams ready to bring chaos this year.. and I’m definitely one of them. The energy is high, the competition is fierce, and I can’t wait to jump in. It’s time to #BunUp and go for the win! 

__Any friendly rivalries we should know about?__

There are definitely a few friendly rivalries, and I have to admit—it would feel pretty great to come out on top against them. One that stands out is Calzotron, he’s a skilled player and it would feel great winning over him.  

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

It’s tough to pick just one—there have been so many unforgettable moments over the years. Solo flawlessing my first dungeon was an incredible feeling of accomplishment. Learning how to shatterskate was also a highlight—it felt amazing to finally pull it off. And who could forget the chaos of yeeting Rhulk into the abyss? But honestly, some of my favorite memories are the simple ones, like laughing uncontrollably with a friend in the Destiny 1 Tower—no words, just pure joy. It’s those shared moments that make the game so special. 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year? __ 

Honestly, it’s the grind and the friendships. Destiny constantly challenges me to improve, experiment with new builds, and push my limits. I love how creative the game allows you to be—whether you're trying out something extremely difficult or something more accessible, there's always room to grow and explore. But more than anything, it's the community. I've made lifelong friends through this game, and that sense of connection is a huge part of what keeps me coming back. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? __

The Little Lights Program really stands out to me. Children are rays of sunshine, and the impact the Bungie Foundation makes in their lives is truly inspiring. Supporting those Little Lights means so much, not just to me, but to the entire community. I’m always amazed at how the Destiny Community rallies together during charity events. Even after all these years, it’s clear how strong, compassionate, and united this community really is. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day?__ 

Be yourself and have fun with it. Set some goals to guide your campaign, but don’t stress too much about hitting every milestone. What matters most is supporting a great cause. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. The experience is incredibly rewarding, and the Destiny community is always there to cheer you on. 

Community Spotlight: Scream Queen

KleanPlays

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create.__

Hi. I'm KleanPlays. I enjoy PVP and focus on making PVP fun for everyone. As a former Pro Coach of Halo 3, former Hockey Agent, and now a Dad, I enjoy seeing others improve and achieve their goals. 

__Why do you choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation? __

Simply put, I believe in their mission.  Everyone deserves some downtime, especially those individuals or children fighting life-threatening illnesses.  When the Bungie Foundation expanded to disaster relief, I believe in that initiative too! As long as I have an audience, even if it's just one person, I will use my voice to do good and I know the Bungie Foundation will be there to give me the resources I need to do so. 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

I think a Lightkeeper is somebody who embodies the Foundation's mission and spreads awareness even when they aren't actively fundraising.  That we are beacons scattered throughout the community that anyone can come to if they want to join the cause! 

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny community? __

Their message is relatable and that alone makes us want to be involved.  They make you feel rewarded for doing good in so many ways as fundraisers and donors.  They also do an amazing job partnering with the right individuals and charitable partners. 

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, what would it be? __

I have so many ideas! I think a double inverted snipers only modifier would be fun. But if I could have anything, I would love to see everyone have to play by looking in a mirror to see their screen.  It would be absolute chaos. 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament? __

Unprepared. Last year’s tournament I learned a lot and there is no preparing for the unexpected.  It's uncomfortable but it’s going to be so much fun! 

__Any friendly rivalries we should know about? __

No. Big Hugz to our first round opponents though.  Here's hoping Omlet and Salt don't eat us for breakfast. 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

There isn't one moment or even a group of moments.  Destiny has spanned major milestones in my life from buying a house to my kids being born and so much more.  I've grown alongside so many others and experienced their life milestones too.  When I think of Destiny it all immediately comes to mind. Thank you Devs. 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year? __

The people. The community. The charity. And no other 1st person PVP game has felt like Destiny. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? __

The Little Lights (formerly iPads for Kids) initiative for sure.  Every kid deserves to be a kid. As a parent, you think about the worst-case scenarios way more than you ever want to. Knowing if my kid was stuck in long term care, going through something terrible on a regular basis, that a program exists to give him even a moment of normalcy, I would do anything for that moment. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day?__ 

DO. IT. The Bungie Foundation campaigns are some of, if not the simplest to start. They give you incentives to get started. They reward you for fundraising. And if you still aren't sure, you can reach out to me or another fundraiser or the Bungie Foundation and we will help you become part of this family. 

Community Spotlight: KleanPlays

Snaevo

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create. __

Hi! I'm Snaevo, or Snae for short. I'm 34, I'm a jack of all trades type Guardian, and enjoy just about all Destiny 2 content, both PvE and PvP (and yes, Gambit too). I stream on Twitch and post the occasional short video if the mood strikes. I've been playing games all my life, but Destiny has taken most of my focus in the last several years. 

__Why do support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation? __

I choose to support the Bungie Foundation because they have so many different causes that I connect with. Mental health, children's hospitals, disaster relief, supporting our veterans, and so much more. I see the Bungie Foundation helping so many good causes each year and it continues to be something I want to be a part of. 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

Being a Lightkeeper to me is mostly just deciding to stand up and being active. Whether it's a community member or creator, coming together to support each other and the many initiatives happening each year.  

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny community? __

I think the mission resonates with the Destiny community because there have been so many stories and examples of people being helped through the community's engagement. We see the impact we have had and continue to have, and that goes a long way. 

__What was your experience like as a player in last years' Seventh Column Chaos Tournament? __

Besides getting knocked in the first round? But in all seriousness, I honestly had a lot of fun. The modifiers spiced things up and kept each round exciting. Definitely added some chaos. Coming together in the newly formed Bungie Foundation discord to work on our Tiltify campaigns and have some light-hearted trash talk was a great experience. I'm excited to see what sorts of things are in store this year! 

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, what would it be?__

This one's for Jarrod: Slappers Only. 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament? __

Some of these teams are like the Avengers assembling, so that's pretty frightening (looking at you BFFs and Stranger Danger) but I'm excited to get with my team and get in the ring. The tournament itself is for fun, so I plan to have fun with it! 

__Any friendly rivalries we should know about? __

Both of my previous teammates (Hugz and Djbj) are on new teams this year. So it would be interesting to have the chance to play against them this year. But my true rival is KleanPlays. He's the only person who does more dad jokes than me, so I have to show him up. 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

Getting my first day 1 raid has always been a major high point in Destiny. Deep Stone Crypt was the first day 1 I ever attempted, and was so much fun figuring out while going in blind with my team. I still have nightmares of: "Status: CALAMITOUS" 

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year? __

Mostly the world of Destiny. Even taking the short breaks I've needed to take here and there have always lead to me coming back. If nothing else, just to see where we have gone and where we will still go. It's been a major source of entertainment of mine and I'll be sad when it comes to an end. 

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? __

Having had young family members who have directly benefitted from Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and St. Jude leads me to feel closest to the Little Lights mission. I've seen how stressful and scary the hospital can be for children, so anything that can help reduce those is massively important to me. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day? __

Every bit helps. Whether you are top fundraiser, or just doing your part as a community member raising within your friends and family, every bit truly helps us as a community for the greater good. The best time to start giving back and doing your part is today. 

Community Spotlight: Snaevo

Ilse

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create. __

Hello, my name is Ilse and I have loved video games ever since I was a kid. Gaming for me was always a way to escape the reality of what was going on and immerse myself in the world of the game. Now, I enjoy streaming on Twitch whether it is normal Destiny 2 shenanigans or making a mess in my kitchen. I always hope I make someone's day brighter while creating a safe space.  

__Why do you choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation? __

I choose to support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation because when the game you grew to love over the years has the ability to help change lives for others, why not use that avenue to change at least one person's life for the better. 

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

Being a Lightkeeper to me means, the keeper of hope. Hope to live, to feel heard, to be seen. If I can provide that to someone, then that hope lives on. 

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation’s mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny community? __

I believe the reason the Bungie Foundation's mission resonates so well within the Destiny community is probably due to many factors but we are a tight-knit community. Some of us were from Destiny 1 days or joined in Destiny 2 but we share similar experiences of losing a loved one over cancer or wanting to be heard.    

What was your experience like as a player in last years' Seventh Column Chaos Tournament? 

My experience in last year's Seventh Column Chaos Tournament as a player was fun! I was nervous at first but each week had different modifiers that made for goofy and chaotic games. I was practicing my trace rifle shot, like I never thought I would be playing laser tag again in Destiny 2. 

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year’s tourney, what would it be? __

If I got to choose a modifier.. I mean I've been maining blink warlock in PvP for about a year and I love glaives in PvE. Would it be toxic to make everyone blink and glaive only? Maybe that is a little TOO extreme.. 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament? __

I am looking forward to all the crazy chaos that we are about to embark on this summer. I feel confident in Team Forget It, let’s just hope we do not forget our call outs. 

__What's your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

My favorite Destiny gaming moment has to be taking the courage to say "Yes" to two guardians in my Destiny 1 tower that wanted to do the Crota's End raid. This interaction opened a whole new world of Destiny that I never got to experience before running into them. Prior to this interaction I used to patrol Venus and would help teams open the Vault of Glass door with the hopes that one day I would enter that raid. Now, here we are.   

__What keeps you coming back to Destiny and its community year after year? __

Honestly, I do love all the space magic but my friends and memories I have created and continued too definitely influence my Destiny experience.   

__Is there a particular focus of the Bungie Foundation’s work that you feel especially close to or passionate about? __

The amazing work that the Bungie Foundation does with their Little Lights Program. The thought of making one child's day to day better with videogames is awesome. All of the charities the Bungie Foundation have introduced to the Destiny community are wonderful and doing amazing things to better people's lives. Each in their own ways are changing lives for the better. 

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie Day? __

Be ready for anything and remember to have fun! 

Community Spotlight: Ilse

__Tell us a little about yourself and the content you create. __

My name is Sam/Diffizzle I’m 24 and I primarily make Destiny 2 PvP content for a living. I started gaming when I was 4 years old playing Halo: Combat Evolved and instantly fell in love with Bungie games. Much later after that they ended up releasing Destiny when I was 13, and I’ve been playing ever since.  

__Why do you support and fundraise for the Bungie Foundation?  __

It gives me the opportunity to support great charities while also getting some cool stuff for myself and my community.  

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you? __

I see it as a incredible blessing. We have the ability to help people that are typically going through the lowest and darkest points in their lives which is usually when that help makes the most difference.  

__Why do you think the Bungie Foundation's mission resonates so strongly with the Destiny Community? __

Emblems… on a serious note I think the Destiny community at the end of the day is an incredibly empathetic, caring, tight knit community that Bungie has spent decades fostering, so helping people that are in need is par for the course at this point.  

__You were part of the winning team in last year’s Seventh Column Chaos tournament— what was that experience like? __

Well I was extremely lucky to have been given two great teammates. One of which I used to play in community tournaments with beforehand so the plot armor felt pretty strong. Regardless of that though, modifiers made what I expected to be a very smooth experience very much not smooth, which I hope made for great viewing! It was an honor to get to play in the tournament and be a part of helping causes that probably do more important work than I’ll ever do in my lifetime.  

__If you could add one chaos modifier to this year's tourney, what would it be?__ 

Hand cannon and pellet shotgun only. 

__How are you feeling heading into this year’s tournament? __

Not as confident as last year but I think guapogary, bulker and I can hopefully give it a good run! 

__Any friendly rivalries we should know about?  __

Too many if I’m being honest LOL. I’ve got Aiiygatorz saying she is going to fry my chicken, Alexape saying he is winning the whole thing and Omlet hasn’t really said anything but his team is definitely the team to beat.  

__What’s your favorite Destiny gaming moment? __

I have so many given I’ve spent almost half of my life playing Destiny at this point, but unironically I’d say it’s the friends I made along the way. Like so many dreams, interactions and experiences were possible because of Destiny. I don’t think any other game will ever be able to do that for me.  

__Any advice for someone thinking about joining a future fundraising campaign like Bungie day?  __

My advice would be to figure out some goals that are enticing for your community and have good understanding of the fundraising campaign you’re promoting so you can speak about it at a deep level. 

Community Spotlight: Diffizzle

SCA 2023

The Bungie Foundation had the pleasure to host Dr. Ted Kim's research team from Yale during our Bungie Week festivities. Dr. Kim's team came to Bungie HQ to meet with members of Black@Bungie, our Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity team, and several developers from Destiny 2 to discuss representation in games and the advances his team is making on the technology frontier.

This was Yale's first on-site visit with the Bungie team since the Bungie Foundation began its [5-year $1 million research grant](https://seas.yale.edu/news-events/news/donation-bungie-foundation-supports-anti-racist-graphics-research-yale) on Type-4 hair and to bring new tools and algorithms to the games industry. The progress the team has already made is remarkable and Bungie was able to share critical insight and challenges facing accurate representation in the digital space.

Dr. Kim will be presenting his research at the [Symposium on Computer Animation 2023](https://computeranimation.org/program/) on Aug 5th. 

Bungie Meets with Yale Research Team

PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy 
Last Updated:   May 21, 2024

# About Us and this Policy

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# Information That We Collect Or Receive
__What data we collect about you__
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__Information You Provide to Us__

We collect the information that you directly provide to us, such as when you enter it on our website, or include it in an email that you send to us. This type of collection often occurs through our business support processes, such as:

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We may also collect information from you at various points through the Website, including as follows:

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__Automatic Information Collection__ 

We may also automatically or passively collect information about your use of our Website; see the sub-sections below for a list of categories by sources of such information.

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•	__Location Data__, for example based on your IP address or data that indicates you current or recent locations.

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__Personal Information Obtained from Other Sources.__

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•	__Publicly Available Sources__. We collect information from the public domain.

__Use of Information.__

We may collect and use Personal Information as described below, including: 

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•	__Consent__ – where you have provided us consent to process your PI for a specific purpose. including to send marketing messages and personalized advertisements to you. When we process your PI on the basis of consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time. 

•	We may combine information from any of the sources explained in the “Information That We Collect or Receive” section of this Privacy Policy. For example, we may process together information we have collected from you from your visits to our website for the purposes explained in this Privacy Policy.

For information on your rights and choices regarding how we use information about you, please see the “Your Rights and Choices” section below.

__Disclosure of Information__

Depending on the way you interact with us, we may share the Personal Information we collect about you in as described in this Section:

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•	__Security and Compelled Disclosure__. We share information to (a) comply with legal process served on us, or our suppliers, and otherwise when we have a good faith belief that doing so is required by law; (b) protect and defend our rights or property or those of our suppliers; (c) protect the personal safety of our employees or agents, users of Website, or members of the public, or (d) protect the integrity of the online community on the Website. At its discretion and consistent with applicable laws, we will provide such information to law enforcement upon reasonable request directed to bngfoundation@bungie.com and does not require subpoena.

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Notwithstanding the above, we may share information that does not identify you (including information that has been aggregated or de-identified) except as prohibited by applicable law. For information on your rights and choices regarding how we share information about you, please see the “Your Rights and Choices” section below.

__Other Services.__

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# Your Rights and Choices

You may have certain rights and choices about how your information is collected, used, stored, and shared depending on your age or where you live. Most of these options can be accessed by Contacting Us through the methods provided.

•	__Request to Access and Correct__: You have the right to request that we inform you of the Personal Information we hold about you, as well as to request the correction of any inaccurate information about you.

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__Authorized Agent__

You can designate an authorized agent to submit requests on your behalf. However, we will require written proof of the agent’s permission to do so and verify your identity directly. 

__Right to Opt-Out of Sell or Share or Targeted Advertising or Limit Processing __

The Bungie Foundation never shares your information with third parties to provide ads or recommendations that are more personalized to you. This eliminates the need to opt-out of targeted advertising. 

If you have questions or concerns, email us at bngfoundation@bungie.com. 

__“Do Not Track”__

We do not process or respond to web browser “Do Not Track” signals or other similar transmissions that indicate a request to disable online tracking of users who use or visit the Website. For more information on “Do Not Track,” visit http://www.allaboutdnt.com.

__Security__

We implement technical and organizational measures designed to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk. We use a variety of security technologies and procedures to help protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. For example, we store the information you provide on computer servers with access restrictions that are located in controlled facilities. 

__Data Retention__

We take measures to delete your information or aggregate or de-identify your information when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which we collected it, unless we are required to keep this information for a longer period in accordance with this Privacy Policy or our retention of it is otherwise justified by this Privacy Policy or applicable law. When determining the retention period, we take into account various criteria, such as maintaining access to products you have purchased, the type of products and services requested by or provided to you, the nature and length of our relationship with you, possible re-enrollment with our products or services, the impact on the services we provide to you if we delete some information from or about you, mandatory retention periods provided by law, and the statute of limitations. 

__International Data Transfers__

Our Website is operated in the United States and other countries/areas/regions around the world. Please be aware that information we collect, including PI, will be transferred to, processed and stored in these countries/areas/regions and, as such, courts, law enforcement, and other authorities in these countries may, in certain circumstances, be entitled to access your PI. We ensure there are adequate safeguards in place when transferring your information outside your country by entering contracts with the recipients, European Commission Standard Contractual Clauses or otherwise that the transfer only occurs where permitted by applicable law. By using our Website or providing us with any information through them, you acknowledge this transfer, processing, and storage of your information in these countries in which the privacy laws may not be as comprehensive as those in the country where you reside or are a citizen.

__Children’s Privacy__

The Bungie Foundation does not knowingly collect personal information (as defined by the U.S. Children’s Privacy Protection Act, or “COPPA”) from children under 13 years of age in a manner not permitted by COPPA. If we learn that personal information of a child under the age of 13 years has been collected on the Website without verifiable parental consent, then we will take the appropriate steps to delete this information. If you are a parent or legal guardian and discover that your child under the age of 13 has provided personal information to us, please contact us as set out in the “Contact Us” section below and request that we delete that child’s personal information.

__Changes to this Privacy Policy__

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy. When we do, we will also revise the “last updated” date at the top of the Privacy Policy. For material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will notify you by placing prominent notice on the Website and may provide you additional notice to your email address. We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to be informed of how we are collecting, using, and disclosing your information.


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# Little Lights Mobile Application
# Privacy Statement

Last Updated: March 15, 2023

This privacy statement describes the activities of the Bungie Foundation acting on behalf of hospitals, clinics, health care providers, charitable organizations, and our other customers (“our customers” or “your organization”) in connection with the Little Lights Apps and our related services (“the services”). 

When we provide the Little Lights app and services, we process personal data of consumers or end-users (“users” or “you”) on behalf of and at the direction of organizations that are our customers – for you, that is the organization through whom you receive the service. In other words, we act as a service provider or a “data processor” to your organization for your personal data acting under agreements with your organization. 

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of your organization. Ultimately, your organization’s privacy statement describes the data the service collects, how your data is used, and the data rights you may have. This privacy statement also does not apply to third party apps that we make available through the service or the third-party provider of the iPad or device through which you access the service. You should read the privacy statement of, and direct any privacy inquiries to, your organization and those third parties.

Additionally, this statement does not apply to any of our other sites or services that display or reference a different privacy statement. Specifically, this privacy statement does not apply to the Bungie Foundation website, www.bungiefoundation.org, or activities of Bungie Foundation outside of this service. The privacy statement for the Bungie Foundation website can be found here . This statement also does not apply to Bungie, Inc., or its activities. If you leave the service to make a purchase, the service may direct you to a Bungie, Inc. site. where the Bungie Inc. Privacy Statement applies. 

__PERSONAL DATA THE SERVICE COLLECTS__
The types of personal data the service collects depend on how your organization, as our customer, configures, and how you interact with, the service, and the choices you make. Your organization may also provide the service to children. To learn how children’s data may be handled please read the specific privacy disclosures and statements of, and direct any privacy inquiries to, your organization and third parties as they are responsible for those specific disclosure, statements, and inquiries.

The service collects information about you in various ways when you use the app and services, including information you provide directly, information collected automatically, and information provided from, or associated by, customers. 

__Information you provide directly__. The app and service are designed to allow customers to collect personal data you provide through the service. For example: 

•	__Name and contact information__. If you contact us for customer support for the services, we may collect name and contact details such as email address. Your organization may also use or associate other data described here with similarly identifying name and contact data for other purposes.          

•	__Demographic data__. The app and service request that you provide an age range category to provide you with a personalized and an age-appropriate experience with the app.

•	__Content and files__. The service collects content and messages you upload to the services; and if you send us email messages or other communications, the service collects and retains those communications. 

•	__Sensitive Personal Information__. The service may also automatically collect sensitive geographic location information described below.

Information the service collects automatically. When you use the service, the service collects some information automatically. For example:

•	Identifiers and device information. The service automatically logs your Internet Protocol (IP) address and information about your device, including device identifiers (such as MAC address), device type, your device’s operating system and type and version, language, settings, and configuration. 

•	Usage data. In connection with device IDs and other identifiers the service automatically logs your activity on the app, how you interact with the service, the links you click on, the pages you viewed, how long you spent on a page, and other details about your use of and actions on the app. Third-party analytics service providers also collect and access this data to help us operate, enhance, and improve the service.

•	Geolocation data. Our customers have the ability to collect your device’s geolocation data at all times, including when you use the services. This information includes precise geolocation data, meaning data derived from a device and that is used to locate you within a circle with a radius of 1,850 feet or less, and  may be considered a type of sensitive personal information. We need this information to determine at which of our customers the device you are using is located.  Our customers may also use this information to locate missing devices and for other purposes disclosed to you and described in their privacy statements.

Information the service creates or generates. New information may be inferred from other data the service collects (“inferences”). For example, whether or not geolocation tracking is on, the service may infer your general geographic location (such as city, state, and country) based on your IP address.

__OUR USE OF PERSONAL DATA AS A SERVICE PROVIDER__
Personal data is used on behalf of your organization for the purposes described in this privacy statement or as otherwise disclosed to you by your organization or third-party apps and device providers in their privacy statement. Our services typically use personal data for the following purposes:

*Product and service delivery*.
__Purposes of Use:__	
 To provide and deliver the services, including troubleshooting, improving, and personalizing those services.	
__Categories of Personal Data:__ Demographic data, content and files, identifiers and device information, geolocation data, usage data, inferences.
Sensitive Information: precise geolocation data, and contents of communications.

*Business operations*.
__Purposes of Use:__
 To operate our business, such as improving internal operations, securing our systems, detecting fraudulent or illegal activity, and meeting our legal obligations.	
__Categories of Personal Data:__
Demographic data, content and files, identifiers and device information, geolocation data, usage data, inferences.
Sensitive Information: precise geolocation data, and contents of communications.

*Product improvement, development, and research.*
__Purposes of Use:__
 To develop new services or features and conduct research. 	
__Categories of Personal Data:__
Demographic data, content and files, and device information, geolocation data, usage data, s inferences.

*Personalization.* 
__Purposes of Use:__
To help our customers understand you and your preferences and to enhance your experience and enjoyment using the services.
__Categories of Personal Data:__
Demographic data, content and files, device information, geolocation data, usage data, inferences.

*Customer/user support.*
__Purposes of Use:__
To provide customer support and respond to your questions.
__Categories of Personal Data:__
Contact information, demographic data, content and files, identifiers and device information, geolocation data, usage data, inferences.
Sensitive Information: precise geolocation data and contents of communications

Please review your organization’s privacy statement to find out how they use data they may collect about you through the services.

__OUR DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA__
We disclose personal data as directed and agreed to with your organization. In addition, subject to agreements with your organization, we may disclose each of the categories of personal data described above to the types of third parties described below for the following business purposes:

•	__Customers.__ We provide personal data to the organization who provided you this service for the purposes described in this statement and in our agreements with that organization. 

•	__Subprocessors/Service providers.__ We provide personal data to vendors or agents working on  our behalf for the purposes described in this statement. For example, companies we’ve hired to provide analytics and customer service support or assist in protecting and securing the services’ systems and services may need access to personal data to provide those functions.

•	__Corporate transactions.__ We may disclose personal data as part of a corporate transaction or proceeding such as a merger, financing, acquisition, bankruptcy, dissolution, or a transfer, divestiture, or sale of all or a portion of the services’ business or assets. 

•	__Legal and law enforcement.__ We will access, disclose, and preserve personal data when we believe that doing so is necessary to comply with applicable law or respond to valid legal process, including from law enforcement or other government agencies. 

•	__Security, safety, and protecting rights.__ We will disclose personal data if we believe it is necessary to:
  - protect you or our customers and others, for example to prevent spam or attempts to commit fraud, or to help prevent the loss of life or serious injury of anyone; 
  - operate and maintain the security of the services, including to prevent or stop an attack on the services,  computer systems or networks; or 
  - protect the rights or property of ourselves or others, including enforcing our agreements, terms, and policies.

Finally, we may use and disclose de-identified information in accordance with applicable law.

To understand how your organization and third parties, such as third-party app and device providers, disclose or share personal data they may receive about you through the services, please visit their privacy statement or contact them directly.

__CHOICE AND CONTROL OF PERSONAL DATA__      
The services are designed to provide a variety of ways for you to control certain personal data the services collect. We do not determine if your organization or third-party app and device providers alters these controls or how they honor these choices and controls and they may provide you with additional choices and controls. 

Access, portability, correction, and deletion. If you wish to access, [copy, download,] correct, or delete personal data about you that we hold, you may submit a user support request to us in the app.  

On Apple devices, users can control the privacy of the services in the following ways: 

1.	Privacy Settings: Users can access the privacy settings on their device by going to the "Settings" app and selecting "Privacy." In the privacy settings, users can see a list of all the apps on their device and the types of data that each app has access to. Users can toggle the permissions for each app to allow or deny access to different types of data.
2.	App Permissions: When an app is installed, it may request access to certain types of data or resources on the device. Users can review and accept or reject these permissions before installing the app.
3.	App Notifications: Users can control the notifications that apps can send them by going to the "Settings" app and selecting "Notifications." In the notifications settings, users can see a list of all the apps on their device and toggle the notifications for each app on or off. 
4.	Location Services: Users can enable or disable location services on their device by going to the "Settings" app and selecting "Privacy" followed by "Location Services." In the location services settings, users can see a list of all the apps on their device that have requested access to location data, and they can toggle the location permissions for each app to allow or deny access. For example, you can disable geolocation tracking at any time.

If you would like to learn about or exercise your rights or make a request beyond the controls above, please review the privacy statement of, or contact, your organization or the third-party app or device provider. 

__RETENTION OF PERSONAL DATA__
We retain personal data for as long is directed by our customers as necessary to provide the services. Please contact your organization or the third-party app or device provider for their retention policies. 

__LOCATION OF PERSONAL DATA__
The personal data the service collects is stored and processed in the United States. We take steps with the intent of processing and protecting personal data as described in this statement wherever the data are located.

__CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY STATEMENT__  
We will update this privacy statement when necessary to reflect changes in the services, how we use personal data, or the applicable law. When we post changes to the statement, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of the statement. If we make material changes to the statement, we will provide notice or obtain consent regarding such changes as may be required by law.

__MORE INFORMATION__
If you have a privacy concern, complaint, or a question, please contact the organization through whom you received the service or the third-party app or device provider. 


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Privacy Policy - Little Lights App

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__Thank you for for opting-in to the Bungie Foundation Data Migration.__

As part of this project the below data will be migrated into Tiltify, our new donation and fundraising platform:

- Personal data, including name, email, address
- Donation history, including amounts, dates, and campaigns
- Fundraising history, including campaigns and donations received

The below data is NOT collected and will NOT be migrated:
- Billing details and credit card information
- Any data from campaigns held by 3rd parties outside our DonorDrive platform (i.e. Kilts For Kids, Gauntlet, and Malama Maui donations).

The migration of the data will take place over several weeks and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2024. Once your data is migrated, you will receive a confirmation email with next steps.

__What do I do now?__

If you have not done so yet, please create a [Tiltify](https://tiltify.com/) account using the same email on DonorDrive. Once the data is migrated, you will need to login to Tiltify to claim your donation and fundraising history.

__When will I get lifetime rewards?__

Once the data migration is complete and you have claimed all donations and fundraising history, you will be able to claim any lifetime rewards you are eligible for.

Lifetime rewards __WILL NOT__ be manually granted to accounts before the data migration is complete.

If there are any questions regarding the data migration, please visit [https://help.bungiefoundation.org](https://help.bungiefoundation.org "Bungie Foundation Help Center").

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__Bungie Foundation Terms & Conditions __

These terms and conditions apply to any individual donor, fundraiser, or supporter of a Bungie Foundation event, campaign, and/or activation, including those hosted by third party organizations through which Bungie Foundation is a partner or officially recognized participant. 

1.	All donations made to the Bungie Foundation through an event or official fundraising campaign are non-refundable once any selected incentive has been delivered. This includes any digital item codes which are provided automatically via email through the Tiltify platform.

2.	Any official donation incentive provided by the Bungie Foundation for a specified amount may take up to 30 days to be delivered from the end of the campaign. Any physical rewards provided by the Bungie Foundation may take up to 90 days to be delivered.

3.	 The Bungie Foundation will not be held responsible for incorrect fulfilment information provided by donors or fundraisers, including errors in email or shipping addresses.

4.	The Bungie Foundation is not responsible for custom incentives provided by individual fundraisers. We will not issue refunds for donations made for custom incentives from individual fundraisers. It is the donor’s responsibility to verify that any custom incentive from an individual fundraiser is legitimate. We advise all donors to contact the fundraiser directly to confirm details of fulfillment for any custom incentive.

5.	Individual fundraisers may offer custom incentives as part of their campaigns and are solely responsible for the fulfillment of any custom incentive. The Bungie Foundation will not aid in the delivery of any custom incentive. 

6.	Any fundraiser found to be providing illegitimate incentives will have their campaign removed, be banned from future campaigns, and will lose any in game rewards earned through their fundraising campaign.

7.	Any fundraiser who posts explicit, hateful, or violent content on their fundraising campaign pages or corresponding social media posts and/or streams will have their campaign terminated, be banned from future events, and may lose any in game fundraising rewards. 

8.	All donors and fundraisers are expected to follow the Bungie Code of Conduct and EULA. Any individual found in violation of these policies will have their Tiltify accounts locked, be banned for future events, and may lose in-game rewards. Additionally, individuals who break this policy may be subject to in-game bans. 

9.	Any individual found to be engaging in fraudulent donation behavior will have all in- game incentives removed, be banned from future events, may have their in-game accounts banned, and may be reported to relevant authorities. 

10.	The Bungie Foundation reserves the right to alter a donation or fundraising incentive at any time, without notice. 

11.	The Bungie Foundation reserves the right to revoke any donation or fundraising incentive from any individual at any time, without notice. 

12.	Any individual who is offered to be featured by the Bungie Foundation is subject to the rules and restrictions of the specific activation. The Bungie Foundation reserves the right to remove an individual from any featured promotion or opportunity at any time, without notice. 


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Stress Awareness Month

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Another Game2Give is in the books and we are once again in awe of the tremendous generosity of this community. THANK YOU to everyone who donated, fundraised, streamed, chatted, tuned-in to a livestream, cheered your fellow Guardians on, shared a social post and did their part in helping us raise an incredible $1,931,694!  

Throughout this year’s G2G, we shared the stories of five real Little Lights patients that the Lightkeeper community helped turn into heroes via support of the Bungie Foundation. Your donations this year will help extend that life-changing support to thousands of additional kids and communities who need it most. Game2Give may be over, but the change you have helped spark is just getting started. [Stay tuned to our social channels](https://linktr.ee/bungiefoundation) as we share more stories of impact with Little Lights, Make-A-Wish, humanitarian aid, and our partner orgs in inclusion, diversity, and equity.

The passion and dedication of this community was on full display during G2G. The positivity, creativity, and camaraderie you all shared in pushing toward this collective goal is something truly special. We are forever grateful for your dedication to our mission to change the world. Thank you again and we’ll see you soon!

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Game2Give 2026 brings in $1.9 million for kids and communities in need

SeraphimRed

__Tell us a little about yourself and your community. What kind of space do you aim to create online?__

Hello! My name is [SeraphimRed](https://www.twitch.tv/SeraphimRed), and I'm addicted to Destiny! I am a 35 year old, lifelong Alaskan, wife, mother of two amazing kids and have a B.S. in Psychology! I aim to create an open, friendly, fun-loving space where you can hang out, talk about your day, and have a laugh at our silly antics!  

__What does Stress Awareness Month mean to you personally?__  

It is very fitting that Stress Awareness Month takes place in April! It is such a busy month for our family, with school activities, wrapping up the end of the school year, snow and ice melting and we are feeling that spring fever! It is a great time to remind ourselves that it is okay to take a step back if you feel you have too much on your plate and to engage in stress relieving activities. For me, it is spending a little less time online, more time in the sunshine, building LEGO, and treating yourself to that $10 taro boba smoothie, lol! 

__Why did you choose to partner with Guardians Mental Health?__  

As a previous Mental Health Specialist and lover of Destiny, it was a no-brainer for me! I took some time and got to know the team and the ambassadors and I was incredibly impressed with the program, and the integrations of peer-reviewed mental health resources directly to your discord, stream, mobile app, and the free mental health kits. That, and I just love helping people and spreading awareness! 

__Why do you believe mental health conversations are important within gaming communities specifically?__  

Many people look to gaming as a way to relieve stress, socialize, and connect with people. In these settings, people may spend hours playing and confiding in each other. Sometimes, conversations can go beyond what one person may be able to help with. It's important that people know how to interact, empathize, and recognize when someone may need professional help. Being able to talk openly about these things also helps lift the stigma of mental health in knowing that you are not alone. <3  

__Have you seen the impact of open mental health conversations in your own community? What changes have stood out to you?__ 

Occasionally, someone will come into chat, or make a social media post expressing that they are having a hard time. It has been really incredible to see, that when you surround yourself with the right people, the overwhelming love and support that show one another! It destigmatizes mental health, empower others to share their stories and show how we are not alone.

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__Why is the work of the Bungie Foundation important to you?__  

One Bungie Foundation mission is to provide entertainment to kids that are hospitalized. As a mom, and someone who has spent a lot of time in hospitals, I know how incredibly important it is to have some kind of little escape or distraction from the stress of being in a hospital. I spent a lot of time playing on my Game Boy Color growing up, and it helped so much!  

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?__  

Being a Lightkeeper means so much to me! It’s easy to feel down about yourself and your content. During those moments, I like to reflect back to those fundraising streams knowing what a difference we’ve made as a community setting up silly goals and raising money for the little lights. The fundraising events are always some of the most fun and memorable streaming moments and biggest highlights of the year!  

__How do you see the Bungie Foundation and Guardians Mental Health working together to create positive change?__  

I love everything that Bungie Foundation and Guardians Mental Health has been able to collaborate together so far! From the special emblems, running Bungie Bounty together last year and this year an official pin!  With our combined resources, we can help spread the word about mental health resources that are available free to the community! I would love to see the momentum going with more collaborative efforts in the future via social media content, streams, paint nights and more. 

__Do you have a favorite Bungie game or universe? What makes it special to you?__ 

My favorite Bungie game has to be Destiny! My first glimpse of Destiny was through my husband who was loving the beta and I decided to play too so we could play together. As new parents, it became increasingly difficult to stay connected with friends. Through Destiny, we were able to meet and connect with so many new people who we are still in touch with today! We became known as the “whisper raid couple” because our raid callouts were always in whispers because the baby was sleeping! Lol! 

__How has being part of the Bungie community shaped your journey as a creator?__  

I have met so many amazing individuals because of Destiny and the Bungie community from all over the world! I love meeting new people. Through Destiny, I have been able to grow as a creator by collaborating with all different kinds of people doing raids, raising money for charity and by capturing and posting those silly moments together! Through our mutual love of Destiny it has been easier to connect and grow together!  

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__What’s one small habit or tool that helps you manage stress in your day-to-day life?__ 

Making small, achievable goals can help you feel happy and that you accomplished something that day. Can be as simple as “I’m going to make my bed today” and then doing it, then you have a nice cozy space waiting for you at the end of a long day!  

__For someone who may be struggling silently, what would you want them to hear right now?__ 

You are important. You are loved. You are not alone. The world is a better place with you in it. You don’t have to do it alone, you have people that love and care about you. It is okay to reach out and let people know you are having a hard time. We have resources and people that are here for you. 

__If you could challenge your community to take one action for their mental health this month, what would it be?__

Sometimes life can be overwhelming and we forget how to manage our stress or remember what is effective for us. Take a few moments to write down things that help you manage your stress and share with a friend. Maybe they can help you think of a new way to manage stress that you hadn’t tried before!  

__Anything else to add?__ 

Alaska has among some of the highest rates of suicide and depression in the nation. Because of this, I know many loved ones who have been affected and this is why I take mental health so seriously. I always aim to show love and kindness to everybody because you never know what someone may be going through or what they’re secretly battling. It is my hope that more people can do the same. We are stronger together, and we need each other.  

Thank you for the opportunity to share with you all today, I warned that I could write a novel about all of this! :) 

As I always tell my community, do something special for you today! 

Much love and hugs to you all! 

<3 SeraphimRed

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__Tell us a little about yourself and your community. What kind of space do you aim to create online?__

My name is Jorge but most people in this space know me as [Mex](https://www.twitch.tv/mexplays_). I’m a proud father and husband, 3D Designer, and life-long gamer. I’ve been fortunate enough to have found some incredible people through gaming/streaming who have helped me carve out a little corner of the internet that we refer to as our Digital Dive Bar. Whether you want to banter about anime, find chill people to game with, cry about sports, or need somewhere to share what’s going on in your life, we’ve got room for you.  

__What does Stress Awareness Month mean to you personally?__ 

Having a month that focuses on something we’re all going through is an opportunity for discussion. Sometimes that discussion is an outlet for us to get things off our chest. Other times, it’s a chance to get some much-needed perspective. Regardless, it’s easier to do when everyone is a bit more aware. 

__Why did you choose to partner with [Guardians Mental Health](https://guardiansmh.org/)?__ 

My own journey with mental health began a little before I got into content creation, and GMH was immediately on my radar once I started getting more involved in this space. They were always doing things I was happy to support. It wasn’t until a couple of years ago that Joe and I were able to connect, and I was able to start helping out in a more official capacity.

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__Why do you believe mental health conversations are important within gaming communities specifically?__ 

We need our outlets and gaming is as good as any other, but it’s easy for us to self-isolate and get stuck in a cycle of social anxiety and impostor syndrome. We don’t always know how to articulate or even identify what we’re going through. Keeping these conversations going allows us to have a moment of vulnerability where we can talk about what’s going on. Sometimes that’s all it takes to break us out of that cycle. 

__Have you seen the impact of open mental health conversations in your own community? What changes have stood out to you?__ 

Our community has a space where we can talk about the heavier stuff. None of us are mental health professionals so you can’t go into it expecting us to solve the problem, but you can at least verbalize what's on your mind and let your brain mentally sweat it out. Similar to keeping a journal to get your thoughts on paper.  

We also try to dedicate some time on stream to have raw conversations about our highs and lows. Over time, people get more comfortable expressing themselves and sharing their own experiences. 

__What role do you think gaming can play in supporting mental wellness?__ 

For a lot of us, gaming is our main avenue for socialization, (yes, even gamers need the occasional human interaction.) It’s also a great way to disassociate for a couple of hours when we’re able to get lost in a good story. Sometimes we just need something to fixate on to keep our minds moving. 

__Why is the work of the Bungie Foundation important to you?__ 

It means a lot to me, as a parent, to be able to provide any comfort to families going through an unimaginably difficult time. I can’t fathom how hard it is to navigate situations like theirs, but I know how much it means to see your kid smile through it all.  

__What does being a Lightkeeper mean to you?__ 

I love supporting the cause in any capacity, but being able to do it as a Lightkeeper and with other Lightkeepers helps us take it further. It’s easier to maximize our efforts when we can share ideas and resources. 

__Do you have a favorite Bungie game or universe? What makes it special to you?__ 

I’m totally hooked on Marathon and have so many memories with Halo, but Destiny will always have a special place in my heart. I’ve met some of the best people I know through that world and I wouldn’t be here talking to you guys today if I hadn't gotten into Destiny. 

__How has being part of the Bungie community shaped your journey as a creator?__ 

I wouldn’t have any kind of platform if it weren’t for this community. I started streaming to document the silly Leviathan runs with my old White Claw clan. Things started taking more shape when people like Danfinity and Nathinsane took it upon themselves to give me some direction. Now I’m lucky enough to hang out with Chrizmo and LoveRachael every Friday doing Trials or Marathon. So many other people I could name that helped me get to where I am, and the Bungie community is the common denominator between us all.

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__What’s one small habit or tool that helps you manage stress in your day-to-day life?__ 

Take a moment to talk about one high in your life and one low in your life. There’s always going to be one of each. Sometimes it helps slow things down and gives me some perspective.  

__For someone who may be struggling silently, what would you want them to hear right now?__ 

There are years of my life I won’t get back because I wasn’t ok with the idea that there might be something wrong with me. I probably wouldn’t be here today if I hadn’t finally talked to someone about my own mental health. Don’t do what I did and wait until it's almost too late. You owe it to yourself to make that move. 

__If you could challenge your community to take one action for their mental health this month, what would it be? Anything else to add?__ 

Social media cleanse and touching grass. You don’t need 8 different ways to hear about how bad everything is while simultaneously taking in so many different thoughts and opinions. Getting outside as much as possible is an easy way to put some space between you and all that noise. 

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The Bungie Foundation is the nonprofit charity organization of video game publisher and developer, Bungie. We are passionate about giving back to our community not only through our hospital-based Little Lights program, but also by partnering with humanitarian aid organizations in times of natural disaster and crisis.

We believe that entertainment plays a vital role in the health and well-being of our world and the children in it. We believe that technology can bring us together and connect us to those we could not otherwise reach.

The Bungie Foundation provides pediatric patients with age-appropriate and therapeutic entertainment for distraction, play, and a sense of normalcy during distressing situations. We have grown and will continue to grow our program into children's hospitals across the United States to reach more children in need of emotional support.

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