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Nonprofit Category: P - Human Services
Exempt Status: 501(c)(3) (IRS Form 990 Filed)

To raise money and awareness through social and athletic events to support the families of Extortion 17 and honor their legacy by funding the treatment of TBI/PTSD.

On August 6, 2011, a tragedy shook the military community and Americans everywhere. In a single instance, America lost 30 military service members, many of whom were members of the Navy SEAL community—and one military K9– when a CH-47 Chinook helicopter, call sign Extortion 17, was downed in Afghanistan.

In the wake of the unimaginable tragedy, a mission was born. Following the downing of Extortion 17, a fundraising WOD—hosted at more than 430 gyms around the country with more than 10,000 participants—raised $300,000 over a four-week period to support the 30 families affected. This prompted the organizers to create 31Heroes to remember our fallen heroes and take care of their loved ones.

Humbled by the massive response and inspired by the impact on the families of these heroes, 31Heroes recognized an opportunity to reach even more families. Soon, new events and WODs were organized with the help of a growing network of passionate volunteers.

Today, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we assist athletes and event organizers around the country with tools and resources to continue the legacy of selflessness and comradery of August 6, 2011.


Events

Memorial Beach Challenge on May 25, 2024
Barley Boys Golf Tournament on September 15, 2023
31Heroes Workout of the Day on August 5, 2023
Memorial Beach Challenge on May 27, 2023
31Heroes Workout of the Day on August 6, 2022
Memorial Beach Challenge on May 28, 2022
Shooting for 31Heroes on November 6, 2021
31Heroes Workout of the Day on August 7, 2021
Memorial Beach Challenge on May 29, 2021
Shooting for 31Heroes on November 7, 2020
Memorial Beach Challenge on May 23, 2020
Memorial Beach Challenge on May 25, 2019