The Alabama Marines Foundation is a non-profit, charitable corporation organized and operated under the provisions of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and applicable laws of the State of Alabama and the United States. The Foundation is a membership entity composed of Marines and others who share its interests in upholding the traditions and principles of the United States Marine Corps and the naval service and who desire to recognize and honor Marines, past and present, who have connections to the State of Alabama and who have honorably served our Country. The purpose of the Foundation is to raise funds and to make charitable contributions and grants to deserving individuals and other non-profit organizations, including veterans organizations, educational institutions, and governmental entities which support its goal of promoting the general welfare of Marines and their families.