Join the Movement:
Build America’s Next Generation of Leaders
At Not A Very Good Teacher (NAVGT), we believe service begins early. Through our Pathfinder Games, we unite schools, youth organizations, communities, and corporate partners in a shared mission—to reconnect Generation Alpha with service, leadership, and physical fitness.
Partnering with NAVGT means becoming part of a national movement that strengthens minds, bodies, and communities—one mission at a time.
What Are Pathfinder Games?
Pathfinder Games are hands-on, real-world events where kids step out from behind screens and step into purpose.
Mini Missions
10-minute, on-brand activities that showcase your organization’s mission.
Leadership & Fitness Challenges
Physical tasks designed to build teamwork, focus, and confidence.
STEM Exploration
Interactive stations connecting kids to future careers in innovation and service.
Every event brings together local families, youth organizations, and mentors—creating the spark that turns curiosity into commitment.
Ways to Partner
Our Partners in Action
Together, these partners help us deliver purpose-driven play to families nationwide.
Why Partner With NAVGT
Made in America Impact
Every Mission Match deck is produced in the U.S.
Community Reach
Each event connects local leaders, families, and organizations.
Measurable Results
Kids don’t just play—they join youth programs and build resilience.
Veteran-Led Credibility
Founded by LtCol Timothy Gick, USMC (R), NAVGT carries the values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment into every partnership.
“Why can’t America build something that’s fun, meaningful, and inspires kids to serve their country?”
From Command to Creativity:
The Entrepreneurial March
Gick’s entrepreneurial path was as unconventional as his military career. He founded C4iD, a defense contracting company that won a seven-figure US Forces Europe contract and was later acquired in 2017. He co-led a blockchain firm that raised $15 million, ran one of the top-rated restaurants in Tbilisi, Georgia, and built a global customer service firm supporting Medicare and Medicaid clients.
His ventures weren’t random—they were training grounds. Each startup demanded adaptability, endurance, and leadership under pressure—the same traits the Corps had instilled in him.