Be a Part of the Mission!
Join us in honoring our nation’s heroes. This May, take part in meaningful events nationwide that pay tribute to their sacrifice and keep their legacy alive. Registration for Memorial May is now open—find an event near you and be part of the mission.
Honor A Loved One
Join us in paying tribute to a loved one by creating a Storyboard to have your hero added to our Tribute Wall. These heartfelt tributes are a powerful salute to our nation’s heroes.
Memorial May Participant Shirt
Show your support and wear your commitment with the official 2025 Memorial May Participant Shirt. This exclusive shirt is a symbol of remembrance and gratitude for our nation’s heroes.
2024 Impact Report
Honoring the sacrifices of our nation's hereos while preserving the true meaning of Memorial Day wouldn't be possible without our amazing community. View the impact we were able to make together in 2024.
About Us
Carry The Load is a non-profit organization that exists to preserve the sanctity of Memorial Day through community gatherings and storytelling to unite Americans in appreciation for the sacrifices made by a few who carried the load for all. What started in 2011 as a grassroots effort by two veteran U.S. Navy SEALs has now grown into a nationwide movement with people honoring and remembering our nation’s heroes throughout the year.
Our Mission
Carry The Load’s mission is to provide active ways to honor and remember our nation’s heroes by connecting Americans to the sacrifices made by our military, veterans, first responders, and their families.
Carry The Load works to preserve the sanctity of Memorial Day through community gatherings and storytelling to unite Americans in appreciation for the sacrifices made by a few who carried the load for all.
$45,912,839
Raised Since 2011
300,218+
Participants
93%
of money raised goes towards programs
See, Hear, & Feel What It Means To Carry The Load
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Advance Carry The Load's mission with a meaningful financial contribution, and make a lasting impact.
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Shop now and show your support for our heroes with every purchase. All sales help support our mission.
Tribute Wall
Honor a fallen hero by submitting a tribute to be featured on our Tribute Wall. We invite you to share who you are carrying.
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