United States Navy League
Philadelphia Council
Philadelphia Navy League Wants YOU!!!
The Navy League of the United States, Philadelphia Council, which serves the Philadelphia, NJ, and Delaware community is in search of additional Board of Directors and officers.
Some of our long serving Leadership team at various levels have stepped down to fully enjoy the fruits of their years of service and retirement.
We are presently conducting a search for motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking individuals to join our board and help lead our organization into the future.
The individuals we seek must have a commitment to our sea services, understand the challenges that our youth organizations face, and be willing to devote both time and energy to foster continued growth and support for these organizations as well as for the good of the Philadelphia Council of the Navy League. Interested individuals can explore this website or our social media accounts on Facebook or LinkedIn which details in depth who and what the Philadelphia Council of the Navy League is about as well as an overview of some of the roles and responsibilities within this fine organization. Any interested individuals are encouraged to contact our Board of Directors representatives or any other Board of Director.
Thank you,
Tom Metzger, President: TMetzge@aol.com
Christine Beady, Executive Director: execdir.pcnlus@gmail.com
About Us
The Navy League of the United States, founded in 1902 with the support of President Theodore Roosevelt, is a nonprofit civilian, educational and advocacy organization that supports America’s sea services: the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and US – flag Merchant Marine. Through national and local programs, the Navy League of the United States provides a powerful voice to educate the public and Congress on the importance of our Sea Services to our nation’s defense, well-being and economic prosperity. The Navy League provides support to our Sea services personnel and their families and youth programs such as the Naval Sea Cadet Corps. Junior ROTC and Young Marines, that expose young people to the values of our sea services.
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Sailors of USS Princeton CG 59 visit Philly
Sailors of USS Princeton CG 59 made time during their namesake tour to meet the leadership team of the Philadelphia Council of the US Navy League. Keeping with the city of Brotherly love, we sponsored a bus tour so they could tour and visit the Rocky statue. BZ Princeton !! Read More
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Recent Events
Pride flourishes in Bensalem, PA
The Bensalem High School Marine Corps was recently Recognized as Naval Honor School for the second straight year. This distinction is given only to Marine Corps JROTCs, considered the top 20 percent of programs nationwide. “BZ” young Marines. You make us Proud.
Delaware River Festival
The Philadelphia Council of the Navy League will be an Exhibitor at the Delaware River Festival this Saturday, September 24th from 10 am to 4 pm. We would love for you to join us! Find out more information here: https://www.delawareriverfest.org/
John Basilone Parade
The Philadelphia Council of the US Navy league was proud to attend the recent John Basilone parade in Raritan NJ. Our own Chris Baker (USMC Colonel, retired) had the honor to represent our Council and honor one of his own. The parade also featured local Sea Cadet Units, Read More
Heroic Gardens Event
Heroic Gardens: Helping veterans experience the healing power of nature Representing the Philadelphia Council of the US Navy League at this amazing event. Wow, what a night! Thank you Give Adelphia for the incredible event for Heroic Gardens last night. And to everyone that came out to support. Read More
Remembering 9-11
The 21st anniversary of 9-11-2001. The Philadelphia Council of the US Navy League joined our adopted ship, the USS Somerset LPD-25 as we joined the nation in honoring the memories of so many brave men and women on that fateful day. The Philadelphia Council spent the weekend with Read More