Featured Operation
NYC SEAL Swim
2026
A 3-mile open-water mission across New York Harbor, from Flag Plaza to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Empty Sky 9/11 Memorial, on August 15, 2026, as America marks its 250th birthday.
Live Fundraising Total
$100,685.25
148 swimmers registered
Top Fundraisers
Full Board- 01
Ken Termini
$10,47502Scott Sheafe
$3,40003
Matt Thompson
$3,10004
Paul Padro
$2,42505
Tommy Michaels
$2,050Updated Jun 26, 2026
The Mission
More than a Swim.
The NYC SEAL Swim 2026 is more than an open-water swim. It is a powerful veteran-led movement built on courage, remembrance, brotherhood, resilience, and patriotism. Taking place on August 15, 2026, the NYC SEAL Swim brings together former Navy SEALs, veterans, police officers, firefighters, first responders, athletes, supporters, and patriotic Americans from across the country for an unforgettable day of purpose in New York Harbor.
Sponsored by Beyond the Brotherhood, this national event honors those who have served, those who continue to serve, and the families who carry the weight of sacrifice every day. The swim is designed to send a positive patriotic message of unity while raising awareness and support for the veteran and first responder community.
“The mission of the NYC SEAL Swim is to honor fallen heroes, support veterans and first responders, and create a visible message of national unity. The NYC SEAL Swim stands as a reminder that brotherhood does not end when service ends. It continues through community, leadership, healing, and action.”
Bill Brown · Founder, NYC SEAL Swim
On The Water, In Frame
Into The Harbor.
Scenes from the NYC SEAL Swim, open water, grit, and the brotherhood that carries every stroke across New York Harbor.
Individual Swimmers
Meet the Swimmers.
The individual swimmers leading the 2026 NYC SEAL Swim by funds raised. Every name is a story. Back a swimmer and help push the mission forward.
Teams
By Team.
The teams rallying swimmers and supporters behind the 2026 NYC SEAL Swim, by funds raised.
Engage
Join the Mission.
Register to swim, support a swimmer, or back the broader mission with a donation. Every entry honors someone.