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2 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation, in partnership with the Green Beret Foundation and Premier Lacrosse League, proudly presents the return of the Stars & Stripes Classic on September 1, 2025, at Subaru Park in Philadelphia. This exhibition lacrosse game unites former Green Berets and Navy SEALs in a powerful tribute to service and sport, airing nationally on ESPNU and ESPN+.
PDF In our Winter 2025 Newsletter, we reflect on 25 years of unwavering support for the Naval Special Warfare community. From vital health programs and scholarship opportunities to community-strengthening events, the Navy SEAL…
3 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) has received a generous $500,000 grant through the Bezos Courage and Civility Award, thanks to the support of Admiral William H. McRaven, USN (Ret), SEAL. This award,…
PDF In Fall 2024, the Navy SEAL Foundation continued delivering powerful impact across its five key pillars: Health, Education, Community, Resilience, and Strength. The Foundation invested over $23 million year to date in…
PDF In the latest edition of the Navy SEAL Foundation's newsletter, we spotlight our ongoing commitment to the Naval Special Warfare community. This summer, we've expanded our support programs, including partnerships with the…
PDF In the Spring 2024 edition of the Navy SEAL Foundation newsletter, we delve into the diverse initiatives, impactful events, and partners that continue to bolster the NSW community. Highlights include groundbreaking research…
PDF We are thrilled to share that NSF’s direct programmatic support for the NSW community last year was the most in our history, totaling $29.1 million. This level would not be possible without…
PDF On Wednesday, November 8, we celebrated the grand opening of our West Coast Warrior Fitness Program facility! Over 200 supporters, including NSW leadership, service members, spouses, veterans, and Gold Star and Surviving…
PDF The summer began with our annual camps where NSW children engage in various activities to foster teamwork, build self-confidence, nurture resilience, create camaraderie, and develop leadership abilities. It’s incredible to witness these…
PDF The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) is here to support the NSW community in times of grief. That includes helping the families and teammates left behind. In the last eighteen months, Naval Special…
PDF Happy New Year! We are pleased to report that NSF’s 2022 support for the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community was the most ever, totaling $20.3 million.Thanks so much for helping make this…
PDF Welcome to the Navy SEAL Foundation Fall 2022 Newsletter. You’ll find news and updates about program initiatives and events in this issue.
PDF There are no words to adequately honor the fallen or show our sympathy and sorrow to those left behind. This year, the Foundation created a Memorial Day video expressing this sentiment across…
PDF If you haven’t seen our new Pillars of Support videos please check them out on our YouTube page!
PDF In this issue, we bring you some updates about our Gold Star Siblings Wellness Weekend, the Warrior Fitness Program, National Warrior Call Day, scholarships, as well as SQT and CQT graduation support.
PDF Every quarter we will be providing you with some in-depth updates as to what’s been going on at NSF for the last few months.
3 min read Since its founding in 2000, The Navy SEAL Foundation has remained the premier benevolent organization serving U.S. Navy SEALs, Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen (SWCCs), and active-duty service members assigned to NSW commands.…
3 min read Thursday evening, executives, supporters, and heroes came together for the 10th Annual Denver Evening of Tribute benefiting the Navy SEAL Foundation at Modern Aviation. The event raised over $1,000,000 for the Navy…
2 min read David Herro, Chief Investment Officer, International Equities, at Harris Associates, L.P., will be presented with the prestigious award at the 10th annual Evening of Tribute event on September 14th (VIRGINIA BEACH, VA.…
2 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) is pleased to announce the launch of the TEAMWORK Fitness Challenge, a new athletic fundraising event inspired by the Navy SEAL Physical Screening Test (PST). The challenge…
3 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation is excited to announce a new collaborative timepiece by their Official Partner, Luminox. In 1992, a Navy SEAL named Nick North was given a unique mission: Cut through…
3 min read Our friends at Kill Cliff, the World’s best-selling and best-tasting clean energy drink, are celebrating their 10th anniversary and our longtime partnership by dropping a limited edition Commemorative Can. The red, white,…
4 min read This is the third watch released by Luminox in collaboration with the Navy SEAL Foundation which is now represented in each evolution of Luminox’s Navy SEAL Series. The Navy SEAL Foundation is…
3 min read March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. It’s a topic that’s very relevant to the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community and what we do at the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) to support it.…
2 min read Accomplishment Ranks America’s Premier Non-profit Organization Serving SEALs and the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Community Among the Top 3% of rated Charities; Perfect 100 Score for the Sixth Straight Year Places Them…
4 min read Fort Worth, Texas-based FBO is committed to helping SEALs become pilots and has contributed over $133,000 since its support began in 2013 Nearly 200 Naval Special Warfare (NSW) operators transition to civilian…
4 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) recently pledged one of the organization’s largest single grants in its 20-year history to support a major Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) study. The Foundation committed $50,000…
PDF Read about Navy SEAL Foundation’s programmatic offerings and the impact these programs have made on thousands of U.S. Navy SEALs, SWCCs, NSW enablers, SEAL and SWCC veterans, their families, and caregivers, and…
3 min read Last week, the Navy SEAL Foundation hosted its 9th Annual Midwest Evening of Tribute. Donors from more than 26 states and Puerto Rico showed their support for the benevolent organization and contributed…
2 min read We are incredibly honored to share that Vice Admiral P. Gardner Howe, III, USN, Ret. has joined the Navy SEAL Foundation Board of Advisors. Vice Admiral Howe retired from the U.S. Navy…
2 min read We are incredibly honored to share that retired Navy Rear Admiral Brian Hendrickson has joined the Navy SEAL Foundation Board of Advisors. Rear Admiral Hendrickson retired from the U.S. Navy in September…
2 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF), America’s premier non-profit organization serving SEALs and the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community, today announced its newest Official Partnership with the fitness-conscious winemaker FitVine. FitVine, founded in…
PDF The Navy SEAL Foundation Announces $10 Million Leadership Gift from Philanthropist Ken Griffin which will support critical programming and high-quality care for the men and women who serve this country and their…
3 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation will celebrate Independence Day by welcoming world renowned watchmaker Luminox as a new official sponsor. The Navy SEAL Foundation announced today that it will celebrate Independence Day by…
5 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation Announces $10 Million Leadership Gift from Philanthropist Ken Griffin which will support critical programming and high-quality care for the men and women who serve this country and their…
2 min read Bob and Veronica Loquercio, 2020 Chairpersons of the Navy SEAL Foundation’s Midwest Evening of Tribute, are excited to announce Miles D. White, Executive Chairman of Abbott, has been selected as the 2020…
PDF On Saturday, May 16, MISSION BBQ presented the Navy SEAL Foundation with their annual American Heroes Cup donation in the amount of $69,210!! This donation was made possible by the generous support…
PDF Although NSF is adjusting to the effects of COVID-19 like the rest of the nation, it does not stop or hinder our passion, commitment or ability to support the NSW community. NSW’s…
PDF For the ninth year in a row, non-profit evaluator Charity Navigator has awarded Navy SEAL Foundation their coveted four-star rating! Charity Navigator bases its ratings on non-profits’ financial health and their commitment…
PDF Huge thanks to everyone who participated and supported this year’s Tampa Bay Frogman Swim, held January 12th! This year’s event included 175 swimmers, 185 kayakers, 80 volunteers and close to 300 spectators!…
PDF 2020 marks our 20th year of support for the Naval Special Warfare community and its families and in that time we’ve invested over $200 million in programs benefiting SEALs, SWCCs, NSW enablers,…
PDF In October, the Navy SEAL Foundation held its 4th annual Whole Warrior Health Impact Forum. Attendees of this event engaged in a complex narrative on the topic of suicide. Leading experts in…
PDF As part of its comprehensive care for the surviving family members of NSW’s fallen, the Navy SEAL Foundation brings together surviving siblings each year at its Sibling Wellness Weekend.
PDF On September 4th, hundreds of patriots, executives, and heroes filled the Hilton Ballroom at 720 S. Michigan Avenue as friends and supporters of the Navy SEAL Foundation assembled for the 2019 Midwest…
PDF On Thursday, August 8th, hundreds of Denver’s most patriotic citizens, including local and state executives and dignitaries, gathered at Centennial Airport’s Modern Aviation for the Navy SEAL Foundation’s 8th Annual Denver Evening…
PDF The Navy SEAL Foundation understands the significance of finding meaningful employment once an operator leaves the active-duty community and generously funds several transition programs to equip and empower the operator well before…
PDF We are so excited to share that global fitness brand, Reebok, and the Navy SEAL Foundation have entered into an official partnership to support the Naval Special Warfare community. Reebok is now…
PDF On May 15th, 2019, staff from our East Coast office visited the Mission BBQ Virginia Beach location for MISSION’s annual donation check presentation ceremony. Since 2016, MISSION BBQ has been a proud…
PDF The Fourth Biennial Palm Beach Evening of Tribute benefiting the Navy SEAL Foundation and the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum, was held on April 1, 2019. The event, hosted by Kie Cundey, Ann…
PDF On March 6th, while in NYC for the 2019 Benefit, NSF closed the markets by Ringing the Closing Bell at Nasdaq! Foundation board members, ambassadors, and staff participated in the live ceremony…
PDF We are so excited to share that the NSF has once again received a 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most-referenced independent evaluator of national charities. In addition, NSF scored…
PDF The Navy SEAL Foundation is excited to welcome Vice Admiral (RET.) Sean Pybus as the new chairman of the Foundation’s board of directors, replacing Rear Admiral (RET.) Garry Bonelli who completed his…
3 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation is excited to welcome Vice Admiral (RET.) Sean Pybus as the new chairman of the Foundation’s board of directors, replacing Rear Admiral (RET.) Garry Bonelli who completed his…
PDF While attached to Task Unit Bruiser in Ramadi, Iraq in 2006, a sniper’s bullet struck SO2 Ryan Job’s rifle. Pieces of the shattered weapon tore through his face, destroying one eye and…
4 min read On the evening of November 7, hundreds of executives, supporters, patriots and heroes assembled at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel for the Navy SEAL Foundation’s 2018 Los Angeles Evening of Tribute. This Evening…
2 min read Booth School of Business Receives $1.0 Million Scholarship Endowment to Help Veteran SEALs Advance Their Education from Foundation NLC Members Steven and Jennifer Czech.
PDF On Monday, November 26th, the New York Stock Exchange welcomed the Navy SEAL Foundation to the Trading Floor to ring The Closing Bell in recognition of our important mission and the work…
PDF This month the Navy SEAL Foundation supported 48 wounded, ill and injured requests which included logistical family support, required rehabilitation equipment, veteran medical support for combat sustained injuries, casualty checks, medical board…
1 min read Valhalla's Forge is a company like no other. Run by retired Navy SEAL Jimmy Hintzke, the business specializes in custom metal and woodwork and has been doing so for over 20 years.…
PDF On September 19, the Navy SEAL Foundation celebrated the establishment of our new west coast location with a grand opening event. The official ribbon cutting ceremony and community open house were attended…
2 min read On Saturday, September 15, 2018, The IRONMAN Foundation® made a $10,000 donation to the Navy SEAL Foundation in conjunction with the IRONMAN® 70.3® SUPERFROG triathlon which was held on Sunday, September 16, in…
PDF Through our Veteran Crisis Assistance Program, NSF provides crucial resources, tragedy assistance funds, and transition support to NSW veterans in need. We work to quickly respond to the needs of our NSW…
PDF We are pleased to announce the recent hiring of retired SEAL Chris Irwin to the position of Director of Development for the West Coast Region.
PDF This month the Navy SEAL Foundation supported 17 requests under our Warrior & Family Support pillar. In one case, the infant of an active-duty SEAL experienced significant complications following birth, and because…
PDF The Foundation provides a range of programs and services to those warriors and families who have sustained injuries, illnesses or catastrophic loss during, or because of, their Naval Special Warfare (NSW) service.
PDF This month, NSF supported 56 wounded, ill and injured requests (32 SEAL, 5 SWCC, 10 Support and 9 Retired) which included logistical family support, necessary rehabilitation equipment, veteran medical support for combat…
PDF This month the Navy SEAL Foundation supported 70 wounded, ill and injured requests which included help with logistical family support, necessary rehabilitation equipment, veteran medical support for combat sustained injuries, funds for…
PDF This month, the Foundation supported 65 wounded, ill and injured requests to include logistical family support, necessary rehabilitation equipment, veteran medical support for combat sustained injuries, casualty checks, medical board stipend, respite…
PDF This month, the Navy SEAL Foundation supported 22 wounded, ill and injured requests (13 SEAL, 7 Support, 2 SWCC) to include logistical family support, necessary rehabilitation equipment and veteran medical support for…
PDF November 6-7, the Navy SEAL Foundation hosted over 500 medical professionals, Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community members, caregivers and thought leaders at our 2ndAnnual Impact Forum, held at the Manchester Grand Hyatt…
PDF This month the Navy SEAL Foundation responded to 30 individual requests for support of a Naval Special Warfare Warriors and their families. Of the 30 requests, 14 of them were in support…
3 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation, America’s premier nonprofit organization serving the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community and its families, is excited to announce its plans to open a new permanent office space in…
2 min read On Wednesday, September 27th, the Navy SEAL Foundation hosted its 6th annual Chicago Evening of Tribute to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the Naval Special Warfare community and its families. Under…
PDF This month the Foundation was excited to partner with Exum Mountain Guides and Mission Memorial Day to enable 3 active-duty SEALs to participate in the 5th annual Grand Teton Veterans Adaptive Climb…
PDF This month the Navy SEAL Foundation supported 29 wounded, ill and injured requests to include logistical family support, necessary rehabilitation equipment and veteran medical support for combat sustained injuries.
PDF Hundreds gathered on July 20th at the Virginia Beach ocean front to witness the dedication of the country’s newest Navy SEAL Monument. The project, featuring the “Naked Warrior” statue and sand from…
PDF There’s no question about it; summer is a busy time at the Navy SEAL Foundation! Between our seven specialized summer camps for Naval Special Warfare (NSW) kids and teens, our annual family…
2 min read The Boards of Directors of the Navy SEAL Foundation-Hawaii and the Navy SEAL Foundation (National) are pleased to announce the merger of these two benevolent organizations which serve the Naval Special Warfare…
4 min read An estimated 1,900 patriots gathered at the New York Marriott Marquis on March 2, 2017, for the ninth annual Navy SEAL Foundation New York City Benefit Dinner to recognize the courage, commitment,…
10 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation is fortunate to have some of the most exceptional volunteers in the country. These selfless friends of the Foundation come in all ages and from all walks of…
2 min read In July 2016, the Navy SEAL Foundation hosted the “North to the Future” adventure which brought Naval Special Warfare Gold Star & Surviving Teens to the beautiful state of Alaska for five…
3 min read Join us this November 1-2 in beautiful San Diego, California, for "Whole Warrior Health: Convene, Immerse, Learn" the Navy SEAL Foundation Collective Impact Forum 2016!
1 min read Since 2011, the Navy SEAL Foundation has been rated a 4 out of 4-star nonprofit by Charity Navigator, the top watchdog of charitable organizations. Only 6% of all rated charities have attained…
1 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation is committed to maintaining a resilient, sustainable, and healthy force into perpetuity. At the same time, this same commitment runs strong in helping those who have served this…
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4 min read The Navy SEAL Foundation and Kill Cliff, a leading provider of nutritional lifestyle recovery drinks and protein bars, have entered into an official partnership. This is the first corporate partnership of its…
1 min read Warriors in the Windy City will be an evening of tribute, celebration, and honor for our U.S. Navy SEALs, their families, and the entire Naval Special Warfare community. Tickets and tables are…
1 min read Three tremendous events. One spectacular location. Join us in Half Moon Bay, California for one, two or all three events benefiting the Navy SEAL Foundation. It all starts May 24 with the…
5 min read Foundation Names New Chairman of the Board ~ Rear Admiral Garry J. Bonelli Bonelli brings to the Foundation four decades of Naval leadership experience and expertise; Foundation also names Alison Messick as…
1 min read There's still time to make a year-end gift to support the Navy SEAL Foundation. Your gift helps our U.S. Navy SEALs and their families when and where needed most! Thank you!!
1 min read From all of us at the Navy SEAL Foundation - Happy Holidays to you and your family!
1 min read "...December 7, 1941 - a date which will live in infamy - the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan."
1 min read Check out our GoFundMe post-deployment retreat campaign! Family unity and resiliency is key to all of our nation's freedom fighters. Your support can help ensure at least four post-deployment retreats are funded…
1 min read Join us in honoring our nation's bravest. Originally approved in 1938 as “Armistice Day” to honor veterans of World War I, the Act of 1938 was amended in 1954 to proclaim November…
1 min read Watch the video to see America's team in action on the frontline and at home! Join us in honoring the U.S. Navy SEALs.
1 min read Join us March 3, 2016 for our 8th New York City Benefit. The evening promises to be exciting and memorable as we honor America's elite warrior's and their families. Tickets and sponsorship…
3 min read Light of Healing Hope Shines on Navy SEAL Veterans Information contained on this page is provided by an independent third-party content provider. WorldNow and this Station make no warranties or representations in…
3 min read Navy SEAL Foundation Names Robin King as CEO New position is part of benevolent organization’s restructuring to enhance the financial, emotional and educational support needs of the Naval Special Warfare Community. VIRGINIA…
1 min read A PGA TOUR Charities Inc. program, Birdies for the Brave provides tournament play on some of the nation’s most scenic PGA TOUR-owned golf courses while raising funds to support the specialized needs…
1 min read We directly sponsor and lend our support to a number of events across the country. Some of these events, like Birdies for the Brave golf tournaments and One Team One Fight charity…
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1 min read “Act of Valor,” a Navy-supported film featuring active duty Navy SEALs is scheduled for nationwide theatre release on Feb. 24. To view the movie trailer and to find out more about the…
3 min read National Organizations Merge to Form Navy SEAL Foundation The SEAL-Naval Special Warfare Foundation and the Navy SEAL Warrior Fund have combined to form the Navy SEAL Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization…
