The Semper Fi Fund provides immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to post 9/11 combat wounded, critically ill and catastrophically injured members of all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families, ensuring that they have the resources they need during their recovery and transition back to their communities. We work to ensure that no one is left behind.
In 2009 Semper Fi Fund produced the “Cover Me,” video, a frank look at combat stress. It continues to be viewed. Many asked us to update the video and we listened: “In Your Corner” offers a better understanding of PTS, its causes and effects, and, ultimately, powerful reasons for hope. Suicides continue to climb. There is so much work to do.
Please help us continue the dialogue of Hope and watch more from our video series HERE.
Josh Watson set a personal goal to run a marathon before he turned 18, so in 2014, he signed up through the Semper Fi Fund (SFF) to run the 40th Marine Corps Marathon. Josh has been an active community athlete and volunteer with the Fund ever since. Now a Naval ROTC Midshipman at the College…
10.17.17
Our Mission is Critical. Our Duty is Clear. In 2009 Semper Fi Fund produced “Cover Me,” a video that was a frank look at combat stress. Tens of thousands of “Cover Me” videos were given out to service members, military units and medical personnel. It continues to be viewed from our website. Many have asked the Fund…
9.20.17
One of the most remarkable paradoxes of life is that a year can be both a very long time and something that seems to pass by in an instant. It’s an even more remarkable paradox that 16 years ago can seem like only yesterday. Our nation suffered deep and horrible wounds on September 11, 2001….
9.11.17
The Semper Fi Fund is proud to partner with USAA in assisting our nation’s post-9/11 service members. Support from USAA has directly impacted those we serve and allows us to provide programs that make a difference in their lives. In their words: “The Semper Fi Fund Apprenticeship Program is awesome,” said Charles, an Army veteran who served in Iraq,…
8.15.17
KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2 | BY TAELOR RIAN | AUGUST 11, 2017 | LINK TO ARTICLE Ashland, Ore.– A former Marine is on a journey of a lifetime. Tim Tuomey is trekking the Pacific Crest Trail to raise money for the Semper Fi Fund, but there is more to Tim’s story that keeps him pushing forward on the challenging…
8.12.17
Our Summer 2017 newsletter is here! Learn about neurofitness, meet a pair of amazing heroes and read how Team Semper Fi and Team America’s Fund are changing so many lives for the better. Plus: Don’t miss timely letters from our Founder and our Chairman of the Board. Thanks for reading, and from our family to yours: Have…
6.28.17
Josh Watson set a personal goal to run a marathon before he turned 18, so in 2014, he signed up through the Semper Fi Fund (SFF) to run the 40th Marine Corps Marathon. Josh has been an active community athlete and volunteer with the Fund ever since. Now a Naval ROTC Midshipman at the College…
10.17.17
If you find yourself near the George W. Bush Presidential Center, this weekend is your last opportunity to check out the Portraits of Courage exhibit. Our inspiring and courageous friend BJ Ganem, is featured. Listen in with BJ and Rick Roberts on WBAP talk radio HERE.
10.14.17
The Semper Fi Fund would like to say a heartfelt Thank You to USAA for its generous assistance to our Caregiver Support Program. With the support of donors like USAA, we were able to host more than 430 caregivers at 18 Retreats last year. The Caregiver Support Program is crucial for spouses, parents, siblings, extended…
10.12.17
Each year, September is designated as Suicide Awareness Month. Capping a month-long observation, governmental, non-governmental, private, public, and academic organizations and resources join to thwart this pernicious enemy. So where are we now regarding this tragic ending to so many—too many—veterans and service members? Have we “moved the needle” towards lessening the number of 20…
10.1.17
Freedom Autosport | By Beth Dolgner | September 27, 2017 | LINK TO ARTICLE SALINAS, Calif.– Andrew Carbonell and Liam Dwyer gave Freedom Autosport its eighth consecutive podium at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca on Saturday. They drove the No. 26 Semper Fi Fund Mazda MX-5 to second in the ST class during the four-hour IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge…
9.27.17
J.W. Cortes to Serve as Semper Fi Fund’s Guest of Honor at Annual Pasta Dinner FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2017 QUANTICO, Va. – Best known as Detective Alvarez in Gotham and Lieutenant Powers on The Night Shift, actor, philanthropist and Marine Corps combat Veteran J.W. Cortes announces his support of the Semper Fi Fund. “I am honored…
9.26.17
Please meet one of our beautiful Semper Fi Fund children, Bruce, and his amazing family. Bruce, at 5 years of age, was diagnosed with ALL leukemia. His dad, an active duty Sergeant in the Marine Corps, was serving at the time in Yuma, Arizona. In Bruce’s dad’s own words: “The Semper Fi Fund has helped…
7.10.17
For Michael, retired USMC Master Sergeant, discovering the Semper Fi Fund’s Apprenticeship program has quite literally saved his life. While serving in the Marine Corps as a test Crew Chief on the v22 Osprey Developmental Team, Michael experienced two traumatic brain injuries, both in 2005. These injures had long-term effects including an epileptic seizure disorder…
7.6.17
The 2016 Marine Corps Marathon, held in the fall in Washington, D.C., is far more than just the 26.2-mile marathon itself. There’s also a 10k run, which is where Army Lt. Col. Matt and his wife Megan made their Marine Corps Marathon debut. “Last year we ran the Army 10 Miler together, and it was a…
6.22.17
“I joined the Marine Corps to really get going in life,” Carlos told us. “I enlisted in 2009 — I just needed to get out of my city and do something with my life.” That “something” involved becoming a combat engineer through the First Combat Engineer Battalion based in San Mateo, California, at Camp Pendleton. Nicknamed…
6.15.17
Posted on June 1, 2017 “I want to fly.” That — along with simmering anger over the events of 9/11 — was the main motivation causing high school student, Jorge, to visit an Air Force recruiting station in May 2004. After speaking with the recruiter, Jorge bumped into a pair of Marine recruiters as he was…
6.1.17
What specific surgeries and/or treatments has Charles received for his injuries? There’s an extensive list. Just know there have been surgeries, blood transfusions, procedures, flesh-eating bacteria and a ton of fun for us. When I first heard that he had lost both legs, I was at home working on a tax return; I received the…
5.12.17
Great Clips of Jacksonville has selected Semper Fi Fund as their Sand Dollar Fundraiser Charity this year. Customers can purchase their sand dollar after their haircut in the amount of their choice. Your sand dollar will display your name as a Semper Fi Fund Proud Supporter for the entire month of October. SALON HOURS M-F 9…
10.1.17
Various Cities – Rob Jones will run 31 marathons in 31 consecutive days in 31 different major cities in America and abroad. He will wake up in a city, run a marathon, travel to the next city, and repeat until he is finished. Follow his journey as he sets out to raise awareness and $1,000,000…
10.12.17
Semper Fi Fund has helped my brother who is a Marine and our family would like to give back to the Semper Fi Fund through a candle sale on my ETSY page. Candles will be $14 with 30% of the proceeds going to SFF. The scent of the candle is Pipe Tobacco with notes of…
10.13.17
Big Mission Motorsports will be campaigning two Porsche Boxster race cars in the 2017 World Racing League Season (17 races). Big Mission Motorsports will be making a donation to the Semper Fi Fund for each car we finish ahead of, regardless of race class. We will be using our racing network and social media presence…
10.21.17
Please join us for the largest marathon in the world that doesn’t offer prize money, instead celebrating the honor, courage and commitment of all finishers. We hope that you will join our team in 2017 and help us reach our goal of $775,000! Benefits of joining the team include: a Semper Fi Fund shirt and gift bag, a…
10.22.17
Gold For Troops is the only 100 percent transparent way to donate gold, silver, platinum or an old watch. Your donation is opened and evaluated on camera for value. 90% of the Value of your donated item goes to the charity. We then send you a copy of the video with your tax deductible receipt….
10.16.17
AR500 steel shooting targets. Steel plates, and never-before-seen projects on the way. Visit the website HERE.
10.16.17
Our pure essential oils are revolutionizing the way families manage their health. We harness nature’s most powerful elements and share these gifts through our global community of Wellness Advocates. I am able to share the benefits of these oils for your health and well-being and will donate 15% of the sale of every Essential Oil…
10.10.17
NewLife Patriot is your source for garments to show your pride as a Veteran, and an American with t-shirts designed and printed in the USA. “Round Up” your purchase to the nearest whole dollar to benefit the Semper Fi Fund. http://www.newlifepatriot.com/
9.18.17
“Honor Them”- This is a song for all veterans. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps. It is a plea to respect and honor those who put their lives on the line for their country. All gross proceeds go straight to Semper Fi Fund. To purchase your copy, please visit the link.
8.31.17
From Soldier to Soldier was launched in 2009 and the bracelets made of parachute cord are worn by veterans, their relatives and all who want to support a good cause making a modern statement with jewelry. During the last decade the Danish jewelry company Aagaard has donated more than $1.5 million to different projects supporting…
8.17.17
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