New York Council Navy League welcomed USS New York, one of our many adopted units, to Fleet Week New York for a week of activities and public engagement © Images Courtesy of New York Council Navy League
America is a maritime nation, and strong sea services are its driving force.
Sea service personnel make sacrifices for us, and they deserve our support. The New York Council Navy League is a member-driven military support organization that supports heroes from all the sea services—the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine.
The New York Council was established in 1902 at the encouragement of Theodore Roosevelt and is now one of the largest and most active of the Navy League councils, with more than 700 members. Our members come from throughout the greater New York City area and include veterans, reserve and active-duty personnel, military dependents, and civilians from all walks of life who come together to support, educate, and advocate on behalf of the sea services.
Our events and programs serve approximately 10,000 service members and 2,000 local youth annually. From large-scale events like the New York Maritime Security Conference and Fleet Week New York to smaller gatherings like our National Security Briefings and honoring top enlisted individuals at our adopted units, our members support those who serve all year.
These activities not only provide direct support to military units, personnel, and families, but also educate the public about the crucial role of sea services in national and economic security. Our advocacy work with elected officials helps gain support for maritime initiatives like the SHIPS for America Act.
We rely on private and corporate donations to raise crucial funds for our events and programs. Our 2025 corporate sponsors—HII and Fiserv—were joined by Raising Canes, City Experiences, NYC Football Club, and the Theater Development Fund in support of our recent Fleet Week activities.
Fundraising events later this year will go toward new and developing programs that educate the public and elected leaders on the importance of sea services, foster youth leadership development, and, most importantly, support sea service heroes, their families, and their units. Our work and funding are member-driven, so we encourage everyone to visit our website, attend an event, consider donating, and become a member. Joining the New York Council Navy League means becoming part of a legacy of support and dedication to those who serve our nation at sea.
Visit nynavyleague.org to learn more and get involved.
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The New York Council was the first council established and is now one of the largest and most active of the Navy League of the United States councils. Many New Yorkers and Sailors know us as one of the founders of Fleet Week New York.