Navy League of the United States
Non-profit OrganizationsVirginia, United States201-500 Employees
The Navy League of the United States is a non-profit organization based in Arlington, Virginia, founded in 1902 with an aim to support and advocate for the U.S. sea services, including the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and the U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. It operates through a broad network of councils and thousands of civilian members who work to inform the public and Congress about the importance of a strong maritime capability, while also supporting active-duty personnel and their families. The organization emphasizes education and youth programs, such as the Naval Sea Cadet Corps, Junior ROTC, and Young Marines, to expose young people to maritime service values and to sustain the longer-term readiness of the sea services. In addition to its advocacy and educational roles, the Navy League engages with the maritime community and public officials to foster awareness of the United States as a maritime nation and to strengthen the national seafaring industrial base, as reflected in its participation in events and partnerships tied to naval industry and defense sectors.