Basilone Memorial Foundation

10/15/2026

Where it all began! 🍻🇺🇸

When we first started our journey to create Basilone B**r, we shared a photo of the John Basilone mural by Chad Fandel at Usual Suspects while looking for leads to help bring our idea to life. Now, seeing Basilone B**r in front of that same mural makes this moment even more special!

A huge thank you to Battle Born B**r and TASK FORCE GARRISON for turning this idea into a reality.

Cheers to Basilone B**r and keeping John Basilone’s legacy alive! 🇺🇸

10/13/2026

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Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone demonstrated extraordinary bravery while defending his fellow Marines against overwhelming enemy forces during the Battle of Guadalcanal.

Basilone earned the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during World War II.

https://www.war.gov/News/Feature-Stories/Story/Article/4577016/medal-of-honor-monday-marine-corps-gunnery-sgt-john-basilone/

10/10/2026

A fitting place of honor. Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone’s brother, Donald Basilone, now rests at the foot of his brother’s statue in Raritan, right where he belongs. 🇺🇸

10/05/2026

🇺🇸⚓️ A new chapter for the USS John Basilone.

As the ship prepares to move its homeport to Rota, Spain, we wish the crew all the best in this next chapter.

Read the full story from Stars and Stripes…

10/05/2026

🇺🇸⚓️ A new chapter for the USS John Basilone.

As the ship prepares to move its homeport to Rota, Spain, we wish the crew all the best in this next chapter.

Read the full story from Stars and Stripes: 👇
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USS John Basilone will shift its homeport from Mayport, Fla., to NS Rota this fall, completing a long-wanted expansion of NATO firepower in Europe.

09/28/2026

Thank you to Jersey 1st and Americans for Prosperity for including the Basilone Memorial Foundation in Celebrate America 250 at TD Bank Ballpark! 🇺🇸

We were grateful to be part of an evening bringing the community together to celebrate our country’s upcoming 250th anniversary and to share the legacy of Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone. It was also a pleasure meeting former Yankees manager Joe Girardi and so many others throughout the evening.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, said hello, and supported our mission. ❤️🇺🇸

09/24/2026

Today, AJR103 passed the New Jersey General Assembly, bringing September 22 - John Basilone Day one step closer to becoming an annual recognition in New Jersey. 🇺🇸

We’re proud to see Uncle Johnny’s legacy continue to be honored across our state.

09/22/2026

More moments from the Basilone Memorial Foundation 5K Freedom Run! 🇺🇸❤️

Thank you again to everyone who came out and made the morning so special. We loved seeing so many of you out there!

Have photos from the race? Share them with us or tag the Basilone Memorial Foundation- we’d love to see and share your pictures!

09/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out for the Basilone Memorial Foundation 5K Freedom Run! 🇺🇸❤️

It was a special morning honoring John Basilone and his legacy right here in Raritan. We are so grateful to all of our runners, walkers, ruckers, volunteers, sponsors, supporters, and everyone who helped make the day possible.

A special thank you to Rob Jones for joining us this year, we were honored to have you with us and grateful for your support.

We also had the chance to give a special retirement shoutout to K9 Basilone and recognize his years of service. 🐾🇺🇸

Thank you for continuing to support the Basilone Memorial Foundation and helping us keep John Basilone’s legacy alive. What an incredible way to kick off Basilone weekend!

09/22/2026

Proud to see so many runners, families, and supporters come together for such a special part of Basilone Weekend. ❤️🤍💙

RARITAN, NJ - The Manila Madness 5K Freedom Run/Ruck was held Sept. 19 in honor of Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone.Participants started on Old York Road, and finished on Colle Sannita Way just before...