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Happy 249th Birthday, Marines

For 249 years, Marines have been the first line of defense for our Nation. Mission focus, discipline, resilience, and the “Esprit de Corps” are qualities passed from generation to generation, guaranteeing that Marines will always meet the complex challenges of a changing world.

As I reflect on the history and future of the Corps, I want to thank you for your commitment to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. When you invest in these scholars, you honor the service and sacrifice of all Marines and ensure our Nation’s next generation of leaders have access to the educational opportunities they need to take their place in American society. You do more than say “thank you for your service” to these Marine families—you demonstrate that their children’s education is a sacrifice they should never have to make.

Thank you for your support of our mission to Honor Marines by Educating Their Children. To the Marine Corps family, Happy 249th Birthday!

Sincerely,

General Robert B. Neller USMC (Ret.)
Chairman, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

If You Can, You Must Scholarship Initiative

More than 14 years ago, Dakota Meyer, a U.S. Marine serving in the War in Afghanistan, risked his life to bravely save the lives of U.S. and Afghan forces in the Battle of Ganjgal. For his actions, he was awarded the Medal of Honor, the first living Marine in more than forty years to receive the award. Since leaving active duty, Dakota has embraced opportunities for continued service. Through his partnership with the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the “If You Can, You Must” Scholarship will provide educational scholarships to the children of Marines and inspire the future leaders of America.

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