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Inspired by Heroism.
Committed to Service.

Every member of the US Army Special Operations is truly exceptional. They exemplify a singular level of commitment, fortitude, character, selflessness, and courage. In honor of their service, they deserve our unfailing gratitude and heartfelt respect—and our assistance to make sure that their lives continue to be remarkable long after their service has ended.

MISSION

Our mission is to improve the well-being of US Army Special Operations veterans.

We support the healthy emotional and physical lives of the veterans we serve by creating public awareness, inspiring meaningful donations, delivering useful information, and providing material benefits.

INSPIRATION

The Sterling Promise Foundation exists to honor the life of Staff Sergeant Scott Sterling, who passed away in April 2021 after a heroic battle with colorectal cancer. Scott served in the 75th Ranger Regimental Reconnaissance Detachment and 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment–Delta.

Scott was relentless about his service. After completing basic training, Infantry AIT, Airborne School and the Ranger Indoctrination Program, Scott was assigned to 1st Ranger Battalion. Soon after his arrival, Scott attended Ranger School and earned the coveted Ranger Tab enabling him to become a team leader. He went on to successfully complete both the Military Free Fall Course and the highly demanding Combat Diver Qualification Course. Scott was later selected for assignment as a Reconnaissance Specialist in the 75th Ranger Regimental Reconnaissance Detachment (RRD). Scott excelled, and became a HALO Jumpmaster and Combat Dive Supervisor (Honor Graduate) while serving in a W9 billet (HALO/SCUBA) in RRD. He went on to successfully complete Delta Force Selection and attended the year long Operator Training Course (OTC) before being assigned to A Squadron.

Following his service, Scott had a successful civilian career with leading companies that developed and deployed world-class equipment to the next generation of soldiers serving in the military.

“Get busy living…or get busy dying” (a line from his favorite film, Shawshank Redemption) was a concept Scott lived by. The Sterling Promise Foundation keeps this idea as an ongoing internal challenge; we exist to help those who served in the US Army Special Operations—so they can keep getting busy living.

ABOUT US

The Sterling Promise Foundation is a purpose-led nonprofit dedicated to making sure that those who serve our country in the most extraordinary ways are able to live long, healthy, fulfilling lives following their careers in the US Army Special Operations.

Years of high-intensity training and deployment can take a toll on emotional, mental and physical health. We help veterans and their families by augmenting existing medical and financial benefits, covering the gaps that might exist between expenses and benefits. Our first objective is to ensure that Special Operations veterans are adequately screened for serious medical conditions early in their retirement. Early detection and diagnosis will lead to improved overall health and survivability. This will be accomplished through awareness campaigns and financial assistance.

ABOUT US

As the Sterling Promise Foundation grows, our goal is to provide assistance in additional areas important to US Army Special Operations veterans and their families, such as veteran homelessness and mental health support. Long term plans also include assisting US Army Special Operations with resources and partnerships for improved technology and capabilities.

The Sterling Promise Foundation is a purpose-led nonprofit dedicated to making sure that those who serve our country in the most extraordinary ways are able to live long, healthy, fulfilling lives following their careers in the US Army Special Operations.

Years of high-intensity training and deployment can take a toll on emotional, mental and physical health. We help veterans and their families by augmenting existing medical and financial benefits, covering the gaps that might exist between expenses and benefits. Our first objective is to ensure that Special Operations veterans are adequately screened for serious medical conditions early in their retirement. Early detection and diagnosis will lead to improved overall health and survivability. This will be accomplished through awareness campaigns and financial assistance.

As the Sterling Promise Foundation grows, our goal is to provide assistance in additional areas important to US Army Special Operations veterans and their families, such as veteran homelessness and mental health support. Long term plans also include assisting US Army Special Operations with resources and partnerships for improved technology and capabilities.

NEWS + EVENTS

19–23 July, 2021

2021 Ranger Rendezvous

The Ranger Rendezvous is a unit tradition that brings the entire Regiment together for the biannual Regimental Change of Command. Taking place at Fort Benning, Georgia, the event includes Airborne Operation and Capabilities Demonstrations, BBQs, Unit Reunions, and the Ranger Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

For additional details, please visit:
www.benning.army.mil
www.ranger.org
www.75thrra.org

24 July, 2021

The Suncoast Tarpon Roundup

The Suncoast Tarpon Roundup is a ten week, 24/7, all-release fishing tournament that promotes sportsmanship, research, and education. Since its inception in 1934, the goal of the Roundup has been to encourage family and community involvement, enhance the awareness of tarpon fishing in Florida’s Tampa Bay area, and bring the community together.

We are thrilled to announce that a new prize will be added this year: The Scott Sterling Award, which will be given to the top veteran angler.

For additional details, please visit: https://suncoasttarponroundup.org
www.facebook.com/suncoasttarpon.roundup/

DONATIONS

Please consider supporting our US Army Special Operations veterans by donating to the Sterling Promise Foundation.

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