SEAL Family Legacy Events

Fourth Annual legacy gala

Join us on Friday, July 10, 2026 for the 4th Annual SEAL Family Legacy Gala at the Starlite Ballroom at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds for an unforgettable evening of remembrance, advocacy, and community.

We are honored to welcome Keri Mills-Dias as this year’s guest speaker. Keri, one of our previous beneficiary families, will share her journey as a Gold Star widow, the growth she has experienced through life’s challenges, and the importance of unity within the Gold Star Family community. Her story is one of resilience, hope, and the power of carrying forward a legacy.

This year’s gala will honor the lives and legacies of:
Navy (SEAL) Chief Petty Officer Michael Thomas Ernst
United States Marine Corps Corporal Christopher John “CJ” Boyd

Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Social Hour: 5:00–6:00 PM
Program Begins: 6:00 PM

Come join us for a night filled with love, laughter, inspiration, and the stories of the heroes who gave everything for our freedom.

Tickets are available now! Grab yours before they’re gone!

mississippi valley fair

We’re proud to share that SEAL Family Legacy will be at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds all week long, from August 4th to August 9th! Stop by our booth to learn more about our mission, meet some incredible volunteers, and discover how you can help support the families of our nation’s heroes.

And don’t miss Sunday, August 9th — Military & First Responders Day!

We’ll be taking the grandstand stage to honor and share the powerful stories of our beneficiary families this year. It’s a moment you won’t want to miss.

Let’s celebrate freedom, community, and the heroes who make it all possible. See you at the fair!

fancy creek 2nd annual golf outing

Registration is Live!!

Signup today for the 2nd Annual Fancy Creek Golf Outing. This year’s event will be held at Palmer Hills Golf Course on Friday, September 11th.

Join us on this day of remembrance as we honor fallen heroes. SEAL Family Legacy is our beneficiary for the event. Their mission is to support Gold Star Families. 🎖️

Looking forward to another great outing an as always, Make It Fancy! ⛳️