The Briefing
Our blog of events, stories, resources, & victories
Free & Discounted Tickets to Busch Gardens
WE’RE SAYING THANK YOU! To show our appreciation for those who have served our country, we are offering free tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg so you can share the experience with friends and family. U.S. MILITARY VETERANS Veterans can redeem...
Save the Date: Sat. July 30, 2022 – 3rd Annual Fundraiser at Pleasure House Brewing
You are invited to enjoy great food, fun, and craftsmanship as you support our local active-duty military, veterans, and Gold Star families at Pleasure House Brewing in Virginia Beach, 5pm - 8pm, on Saturday, July 30th, 2022. Salvage USA is partnering with several...
Irreverent Warriors Silkies Hike – Sat 9/18/21 – VA Beach
Irreverent Warrior's Silkies Hikes bring Veterans together using humor and camaraderie to improve mental health and prevent Veteran suicide. Date and time Sat, September 18, 2021 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT Add to calendar Location Aquarium Overflow Parking Lot 717 General...
Chic’s Beach Salutes America 5K – Sat 9/11/21 – VA Beach
Join Salvage USA on the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, this Saturday, 9/11, for a 5K to remember, honor, and salute fallen Americans. SalvageUSA will be present at the 2021 Chics Beach 5K and is the bib sponsor for the event. Race details,...
Hog & Deer Hunting Trip Raffle with CGTLEA
The hunt is on for 4 raffle winners to travel to N.C. Oct. 14-17th to help support CGTLEA. Support our troops who are in harms way. Win a hunting trip with the Coast Guard Tactical Law Enforcement Association. Buy a raffle ticket before they are gone! 200 tickets •...
Recap: 2nd Annual Those Who Fought Are Worth The Fight
On July 24, 2021, hundreds of supporters converged on the backlot of Pleasure House Brewing to listen to live music, indulge on yummy food from local food trucks, make new friends, catch up with existing friends, and enjoy great beer which included a custom brew made...
Marine Corps Fast Company Event
Amazing day with amazing Marines! What a day we had on June 25th with over 250 Marines at the Marine Corps Fast Company Event brought by Semper Fit! Great having everyone out there at the Yorktown Weapons Station and we are excited for our events in the future!
Semper Fit Performance Center Grand Opening
Fantastic event over at Camp Elmore celebrating the new Semper Fit Performance Center! Wonderful being able to team up with Pale Horse Coffee to show support! We loved having the chance to speak with some 2 star generals and other high ranking officers giving us the...
Daniel “Big Dan” Newell
INSERT: 25 APRIL 1990 EXTRACT: 20 MARCH 2020 https://youtu.be/hl1VRk-9Ue8 PERSONAL ACCOUNT FROM A FORMER TEAMMATE RYAN INNIS Dan was a man of integrity, a giant guy with spirit and passion. He was full of motivation. I remember after all the guys went out to have some...
Matthew “Matty Lu” Lucero
INSERT: 19 SEPTEMBER 1988 EXTRACT: 31 MAY 2019 Matthew Hilario Lucero was a warrior, patriot, and amazing friend. He passed away on May 31, 2019. A Reconnaissance Marine and Combat Veteran, Matthew was 30 years old. Since 2011, he had been battling addiction due to...
Join The Fight!
There are multiple ways that you can help us fight for those who fought for us. You can volunteer for a local community event, join us in leading an adventure excursion, be available to support a family in grief, do business with the partners who support us, and/or make a donation online.