Our Mission

The Navy League of the United States is the foremost citizens’ organization to serve, support and stand with all the sea services of the United States.  Founded in 1902, the Navy League has three missions: to enhance the morale of active duty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the American public on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth through programs such as the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, Junior ROTC and Young Marines that expose young people to the values of our sea services.

Our National Capital Council is one of the 265 Councils across the globe. We take care of all of the organizations listed above in the National Capital Area, and since we are a large and vibrant organization, we help out the men and women of the sea services and their families beyond our geographical area by being actively involved in all matters regarding the Sea Services in the power centers of Washington DC, to include the Pentagon, the Coast Guard Headquarters, the Capitol and the White House. Our Council’s board of directors are comprised of citizen volunteers and many are in senior leadership positions with the largest companies in the US.

The objective and purpose of the our National Capital Council of the Navy League is twofold.

To this end, the Navy League works closely with the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and US-flag Merchant Marine through a network of 265 councils in the U.S. and around the world. The Navy League has more than 65,000 active members.

The Navy League supports America's young people through its youth programs, including sponsorship of the US Naval Sea Cadet Corps and the Navy League Scholarship Program. Individual councils are also involved in promoting youth-oriented activities in their communities such as NJROTC, MCJROTC, and ROTC units along with other recognized youth programs. Local councils and national headquarters provide over $200,000 in scholarships and awards every year.

Navy League councils support active duty military personnel through "adoption" of ships, installations, and units; commissioning ceremonies; award programs; and other recognition programs.

Over the years, the Navy League has compiled an impressive record of accomplishments. Today the Navy League is widely respected by citizens, community and industrial leaders, and public officials. Navy League programs are welcomed in communities throughout the nation, and members are recognized for their integrity and patriotism.