Introducing the 1775 Club, a membership club for individuals interested in helping to rebuild The Tun® in Philadelphia. Membership is only $17.75 per month for one year – or make a one-time donation of $213 – and you are a lifetime member. Visit thetun.org/1775-club/ to join!

Thank you to Sergeant Major Carlos A. Ruiz for visiting The Tun Legacy Foundation booth at Modern Day Marine today to talk with us about our mission to rebuild the historic Tun in Philadelphia. Learn more about the project at thetun.org.

Thank you Greater Philadelphia Veterans Network (GPVN) for having our President and Founder Pat Dailey as a guest speaker this morning! It was an honor to share the importance of the project, our dedication to rebuilding The Tun® and the launch of our new 1775 Club.

The Tun Legacy Foundation remembers and honors the brave heroes who fought for our flag, our nation and our future. Their courage and sacrifice does not go unnoticed, and their legacy lives on forever.

Thank you America250PA for awarding The Tun Legacy Foundation a SemiQuin Grant. We are excited for everyone to learn more about the historic Tun through The Tun Legacy Tour: Secrets of The Tun coming in November!

We reached 775 members in the 1775 Club! Take a look at some of our members with their t-shirts and certificates. Want to become the newest member of the club? Visit the link to join for $17.75 per month for one year or make a one-time donation of $213. thetun.org/1775-club/

We're thrilled to announce the formation of The Tun Legacy Foundation Advisory Committee. The 11 committee members will support the mission of the Foundation by raising awareness about the project, aiding outreach efforts, and more. thetun.org/the-tun-legacy…

🎉The Tun® 1775 Club has reached 1,500 members Since our launch on April 29, the club has already enlisted 1,500 members from 48 states, Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, and five overseas addresses. Help us reach our next milestone - 1,775 members! thetun.org/1775-club/

Celebrate the Founding of the Marine Corps on November 10. Beginning on Friday, November 7 and running through Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Homecoming 250 and The Tun Legacy Foundation will host a special series of events in Philadelphia. Read more ⤵️ thetun.org/celebrate-the-…

We’ve earned our Gold Seal of Transparency with Candid! Get updates on our impact through our #NonprofitProfile app.candid.org/profile/109626…

Join us for the Marine Corps 250 Birthday Ball at the Museum of the American Revolution - just a few steps from the future site of The Tun®. 🗓️ Monday, November 10 📍 101 S. Third St., Philadelphia ⏰ 6:00 – 11:00 PM 🎟️ $250 thetun.org/250th-usmc-bir…. Photos courtesy of the Museum of the American Revolution.

The Purple Heart is America's oldest military decoration, established by General George Washington in 1782. On this day, The Tun Legacy Foundation pays tribute and remembers the brave individuals that served. 💜 #PurpleHeartDay

Join us aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia for a dinner cruise to celebrate the Marine Corps 250th Birthday. 🗓️ Sunday, November 9 📍 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. ⏰ 4:30 – 8:00 PM 🎟️ $200 thetun.org/250th-usmc-bir…. Photo courtesy of Spirit of Philadelphia.

On Aug. 8, members of our Board of Directors attended the parade at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C. They were guests of Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander, Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South. Prior, they spoke with Commandant of the MC Gen. Eric M. Smith.

We're thrilled to announce our 1,775th member of The Tun® 1775 Club, Raymond Shaban! "It's an honor and a privilege to be a member of the 1775 Club, and I'm beyond thrilled to be member number 1,775. Semper Fi," Raymond said.

Step into Philadelphia's maritime history while enjoying an evening of local flavor and community at our Welcome Dinner at the Independence Seaport Museum. 🗓️ Saturday, November 8 📍 211 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. ⏰ 5:00 – 8:00 PM 🎟️ $100 thetun.org/250th-usmc-bir…

We are honored to welcome Gerry Byrne, vice chairman of Penske Media, and General Peter Pace, USMC (Ret.), the sixteenth Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to our Board of Directors. Learn more: thetun.org/gerry-byrne-an… 1st image: Gerry Byrne 2nd image: General Peter Pace

Happy National Dog Day to Chesty XVI, Mascot of the Marine Barracks Washington! Chesty XVI is the 16th Marine Corps mascot to be named after Lt. Gen. Lewis Burwell “Chesty” Puller, one of the most decorated Marines in history. 📸: Lance Cpl. Chloe McAfee/Marine Corps.