The war in Iraq and Afghanistan has certainly illuminated America's commitment to freedom. We are reminded that freedom is not free. The price is great. No one knows that better than the left behind sons and daughters of America's fallen heroes.

Through the continuous support of our donors, we have distributed aid with a value of more than $33,000,000 to eligible children. This assistance was primarily rendered to children of Marines or federal law enforcement personnel who were killed on duty or died under extraordinary circumstances while serving our country at home or abroad. These funds enable us to provide these children with scholarships for their higher education. When a child of a United States Marine is afflicted with a physical or mental disability and requires special medical equipment or tutoring, our Foundation may grant financial assistance to that family if their personal insurance does not cover the complete cost of treatment for this child.

In addition to the regular program, our Foundation granted support to all American and Coalition Forces in the invasion of Iraq and taking of Baghdad from 3 March 2003 to 16 July 2003. The Foundation also provided assistance to the children who lost parents from all agencies killed in the murderous attack on the Pentagon on 9/11.We also provided scholarship bonds to children who lost parents on the USS Cole; the children of Air Force personnel killed at Khobar towers; and the twelve children who lost a parent on the space shuttle Columbia disaster.

This assistance has had a positive, life-changing effect on many children. We are thankful for the commitment and support of our many members and volunteers. Because of their dedication, no administrative costs of any type are charged to our Foundation-100% of the donations received are used to fund programs for the children we serve.

The Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation receives the highest rating of Four Star Charity from Charity Navigator, and is certified as one of America's Best Charities by Independent Charities of America. For additional information on the Foundation please visit www.mclef.org.

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