The Granite Sea Society
At the heart of the United States Navy Memorial lies the Granite Sea, a vast and enduring symbol of the Navy’s legacy and commitment to service. Inspired by this iconic centerpiece, we are proud to introduce the Granite Sea Society, a prestigious major giving program designed to honor and steward our most dedicated supporters.
Just as the Granite Sea serves as the foundation of the Navy Memorial, major donors form the financial foundation that sustains our operations and upholds our mission. Their generosity propels us forward, ensuring that the Navy Memorial continues to thrive and make a profound impact for generations to come.
A Community of Commitment
We invite individuals and non-corporate groups who contribute $1,500 or more annually to join the Granite Sea Society. With recommended giving levels ranging from $1,500 to $25,000 and above, there are opportunities for supporters at every level to make a meaningful difference. Membership into the Granite Sea Society is open to all who demonstrate their commitment to our mission through ALL gift designations. As a member of the Granite Sea Society, your generosity will be celebrated and acknowledged in our annual reports, donor recognition materials, and exclusive events. Your support will not only leave a lasting legacy at the Navy Memorial but also inspire others to follow in your footsteps.
As we embark on this journey, we invite you to join us in honoring excellence and shaping the future of the United States Navy Memorial. Together, as members of the Granite Sea Society, we will continue to uphold the proud traditions of the Navy and ensure that its legacy endures for generations to come. Thank you for your steadfast support and dedication to our shared mission.
2023 Charter Members
Donors of $25,000+
Dixie Cranford
The Crown Family
Daniel D’Aniello
Dr. Jennifer E. B. London
Frederick & Diane Smith
Donors of $10,000 to $24,999
Robin Barker
Bryn and John Burke Family
CDR Harry Coker, Jr., USN (Ret.)
Harvey Deselms
Marty & Nicole Kropelnicki
Kirke Lathrop
VADM Luke McCollum, USN,(Ret.)
Frank J. Morgan Family Fund
CDR W. Michael Newell, USN (Ret.)
The Oddo Family
Brian Smith
Philip Solondz
Emilia Soltis
RDML Frank Thorp IV, USN (Ret.) & Tammy Thorp
Donors of $5,000 to $9,999
Lisa & John Barker
Nancy & Thomas Jedele
RADM Pierce Johnson, USN (Ret.)
Sgt Donald Kucharczyk, USMC (Ret.)
VADM Carol Pottenger, USN (Ret.)
William Rosenberg Family Foundation
James Skinner
Steven Sperry
RADM Gregory Timberlake, USN (Ret.)
USS Crescent City (APA-21) Association
Donors of $2,500 to $4,999
Irv & Bee Apatoff Foundation Inc
SKCM Gary Beals, USN (Ret.)
AOC John Calciana, USNR (Ret.)
Rosemary Coskey
VADM Doug Crowder, USN (Ret.)
Joseph Davis
Lawrence Di Rita
RADM Sinclair Harris, USN, (Ret)
Reverend Lynne Hundley
Cheryl Johnson
Carl Leidig
Scott D. Matirne and Jay DeVore
Virginia Nevans
Thomas Orth
BTCM(SW) Vincent Savage, USN (Ret.)
Diane S. Segal
VADM Harold D. Starling II, USN (Ret.)
Sylvia Valloric
Lt. Gen William Welser, USAF (Ret.)
Donors of $1,500 to $2,499
LCDR Lloyd Beachy, USN (Ret.)
LtCol Richard Branch, USMC (Ret.)
RADM Julius Caesar, USN (Ret.)
The Honorable William S. Cohen
Kathleen Drury
BMCM Gerald Dubois, USN (Ret.)
CMM Bernard Dunn, USN (Ret.)
CDR David Epting, USN (Ret.)
Doug & Julia Gard
The Gosen Family
Marcus Gray
Master Chief William Goines, USN (Ret.)
John Hanford
VADM Lowell Jacoby, USN (Ret.)
PSC Patrick Lemagie, USNR (Ret.)
Rebecca Levack
RADM (SC) Thomas Lilly, USN (Ret.)
LCDR Stewart Lindsay, USN (Ret.)
Kurtice Luther
CDR John Mastrocola, USNR (Ret.)
RDML James McManamon, USN (Ret.)
Iris Nelson-Schwartz
Ronald & Margarita Perlman
Matt Previts
Pam Ribbey
Janet Sargent
CAPT Thomas Scott, USN (Ret.)
RADM James J. Shannon, USN (Ret.)
CAPT Joseph Spruill, USN (Ret.)
CDR Maurice Tose, USN (Ret.)
William Tracy
Victor Trione
USS Frontier Association
Donald Workman
David Zehler
For more information regarding the Granite Sea Society, please contact Katherine McCarthy at kmccarthy@navymemorial.org or (202) 380-0782.