How it all began

The Recon & Sniper Foundation was born from within the Marine Reconnaissance, Marine Scout Sniper, and U.S. Navy SARC communities. The men of these communities, often called ‘Cowboys’ by staff NCO’s and officers, banded together to support each other during their times of need.

Eventually, the needs of those within community required significant financial and logistical MEU life of a Recon Man support. So much so that the best way to continue to provide relief and assistance was to establish a 501c3 Non-Profit recognized by the IRS. So, on May 1, 2015, the Recon & Sniper Foundation (RSF/R&S Foundation) was officially formed.

The members of the Recon & Sniper Foundation Board of Directors are all former or current Recon Men, Snipers, or both. (Navy SARCs are also eligible) It is a requirement for a voting board position that an individual be a holder of at least one of those military occupational specialties (MOS).

The Recon & Sniper Foundation focuses its resources on emergency financial funding, professional development, career mentoring, and active network building. By partnering with former Veterans Affairs employees, veteran employment NPOs, corporations and individuals, we are able to provide accepted veteran applicants with a supporting infrastructure that accelerates their transition home. Additionally, we have an active network of over 1,000 Recon Marines, Marine Raiders, Navy SARCs, and Scout Snipers that our applicants can lean on to rekindle the brotherhood they left after service. For many veterans, losing connection to their teammates after service creates a void in their lives, and acts as an initial barrier to a successful transition home. Our members help veterans conquer the obstacles precluding them from a successful transition – empowering them to achieve excellence once again.