WAYS TO GIVE

Honor Their Sacrifice

Your generous contribution helps Carry The Load provide active ways to connect Americans to the sacrifices of our military, veterans, first responders, and their families. Every gift makes a difference.

$50M+
Raised since 2011
16,810+
Miles marched
100+
Events nationwide
EVERY GIFT PROVIDES
  • Counseling and mental health support
  • Adaptive training and equine therapy
  • Suicide prevention programs
  • Service dogs and job placements
  • Scholarships for children of the fallen
  • 93% to programs
  • 501(c)(3) nonprofit
MORE WAYS TO CONTRIBUTE

Other Ways to Give

Beyond direct donations, there are many other ways to support our mission and honor those who have served.

Mail-In Gifts

Send a check by mail. We process every gift personally and send a tax receipt.

Stock Donation

Donate appreciated securities and receive a tax deduction for fair market value.

Donor-Advised Fund

Recommend a grant from your DAF directly to Carry The Load.

Employer Match

Many employers match donations dollar-for-dollar — double your impact.

HONOR A HERO

Leave a Tribute on the Wall

Dedicate your gift in memory of a loved one. Read other tributes and tell us who you are carrying.

Visit the Tribute Wall
COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Carry The Load is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID 27-4568835). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You will receive an email receipt immediately after your donation.

Approximately 93% of every dollar goes directly to programs and services that support our nation’s heroes and their families — including counseling, adaptive training, suicide prevention, service dogs, scholarships, and our memorial events.

Absolutely. During the donation process you can dedicate your gift in honor or memory of a loved one. You can also leave a tribute on our Tribute Wall to share their story.

Many employers match employee donations dollar-for-dollar (or more). Check with your HR department, or contact us and we will help you confirm eligibility and submit the match request.

You can update or cancel a recurring donation at any time by emailing give@carrytheload.org or calling our office. We will process the change immediately.

Yes. Make checks payable to Carry The Load and mail to our headquarters. Please click here for the current mailing address and dedicated tribute instructions.

FOUNDER'S BRIGADE

Carry the Legacy Forward

The Founder’s Brigade is for those who believe remembrance requires action. By pledging $5,000 per year for two years, you help secure the programs that honor our fallen and support their families.

One hundred leaders. One enduring mission.

Join the Founders Brigade
STORIES OF IMPACT

Your Generosity in Action

“The grief of losing a child does not pass, we don’t ‘get over it’ or recover. The additional pain that hits when we feel as if he is being forgotten is deep. You and your mission soothed that pain for me. I can’t thank you enough.”

Kathy Crosby-Bell

Mother of Michael Kennedy

“The event served as a tangible connection between residents and our local heroes, educating younger generations, and providing solace to families. The families of Casey and John are eternally grateful that Carry The Load, together with the City of Rensselaer were able to bring together a community-wide act of gratitude that ensures the legacies of Casey and John are never forgotten.”

Jim Frankoski

Father of Casey Frankoski

“That day back in 2012 gave me hope I wasn’t yet aware that I needed. Now here I am, every day, dedicating my life to helping and providing for my fellow veterans.”

Corena Mitchell

Army Veteran