The loss of the U.S. Navy SEALs in Afghanistan is the kind of news the Navy SEAL Foundation fears-but prepares for in our mission to provide immediate and ongoing support and assistance to the Naval Special Warfare community and their families. When a member of the community falls, the Foundation helps the families with memorial services and defrays the financial costs of travel for immediate family members who live far away. These warriors were at the tip of the spear in the global war on terror, exhibiting extraordinary skill, courage, and commitment. It's paramount for the Foundation to support their families here at home. When a warrior falls, the Foundation is prepared to take the burden of cost away from the families and help them with planning. The families will have enough to concern themselves with during this time.

Our deepest sympathy is extended to the families of the 17 Navy SEALs and the 5 Naval Special Warfare forces who gave their lives serving their country on Aug. 6. Your loss is America's loss. Your strength and courage will continue to inspire us each and every day, and it is an honor for the Navy SEAL Foundation to serve you. Please know we hold you close in our thoughts and are here to help you today, tomorrow and in the challenging times ahead.

- Vice Adm. Albert "Bert" Calland, III, USN, Chairman, Navy SEAL Foundation

CLICK HERE to read the official Media Advisory in the Navy SEAL Foundation News Room.  

HOW YOU CAN HELP

To help the families of the fallen Navy SEALs, please consider:  

• Texting "SEAL" to 90999 to donate $10 to the Navy SEAL Foundation
• Making an online gift  
• Joining our Facebook page 

TEXT-TO-GIVE INSTRUCTIONS

In the address box of your text function on your cell phone enter 90999

In the message box enter SEAL and press send.

You will receive a text requesting a reply to confirm  your donation.  

A one-time $10 charge will be added to your wireless bill.