About Us
Carry The Load is a non-profit organization that provides an active way to connect Americans to the sacrifices made daily by our military, veterans, first responders and their families. What started in 2011 as a mission to restore the true meaning of Memorial Day has now grown into honoring our nation’s heroes 365 days a year.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide active ways to honor and remember our nation’s heroes by connecting Americans to the sacrifices made by our military, veterans, first responders and their families.
$32,900,000
Raised Since 2011
158,000+
Participants
93%
of money raised goes towards programs
Impact Story
Inspiring Patriotism
Brendan Corcoran of McKinney, Texas credits Carry The Load and its collaboration with the Boy Scouts for leading him to the U.S. Naval Academy.
Non-Profit Partner Spotlight
How A Memorial Day Journey Sparked Freedom
By inspiring fellow Americans to join Carry The Load, we have become a force multiplier – making a greater impact together. This also gives us the privilege of sharing inspiration through storytelling. Below is an example of a story that reminds us why we do what we do every day.
Ways to support #carrytheload
Lessons From The Front
Join us for stories of service and sacrifice as we learn the Lessons From The Front with host Todd Boeding.
Shop & Giveback
All shop sales benefit our non-profit and go towards supporting veterans, first responders, and their families.
Tribute Wall
Honor a fallen hero by submitting a tribute to be featured on our Tribute Wall. We invite you to share who you are carrying.
A big thank you to our sponsors
