The Navy League of the United States created the President’s Circle in 2000 to recognize and highlight the importance of charitable contributions to our initiatives on behalf of our nation’s sea services. It is a select giving society that recognizes steadfast supporters who make an annual gift of $1,000 or more to any Navy League-affiliated programs, includes gifts to the Navy League Foundation and Naval STEM Institute.
With the rollout of our newly reinvigorated President’s Circle, we will be featuring current members and the reasons why they chose to “Stand in the Circle” this year. Many have been members of the President’s Circle for multiple years. We would like to recognize them for their financial commitment, leadership, and support of our mission.
President’s Circle Spotlight: Salvatore “Tory” Bruno
Member of the President’s Circle Since 2021
Rear Admiral Level
Why did you donate to Navy League of the United States at the President’s Circle level?
I have supported the Navy personally and professionally my entire life and very much appreciate the League’s mission to support the Navy and its service men and women.
What inspired your gift?
My sense of service to those who serve our democracy.
Why you are drawn to supporting our sea services?
As a civilian contractor supporting the Navy’s Fleet Ballistic Missile Program and other systems, I spent a lot of time aboard ship and with the sailors, both young and old, who have dedicated themselves to this noble mission and I have been inspired by them at every interaction.
What does the Navy League mission mean to you?
Supporting those who sacrifice to serve all of us.
If you could solve one problem for the sea services today, what would it be?
Consistency of vision and funding from our political leadership.
Why should others consider giving to the Navy League of the United States?
What they can; financial support within their means, letters to their congressman, a kind word to a sailor they encounter…
Do you have any closing thoughts?
Thank you, Navy League, for the valuable work you do.
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