Duval Times

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Rick Scott and his wife, Mrs. Ann Scott, have announced their intention to donate a portion of Senator Scott's Senate salary to the Navy SEAL Foundation. The Navy SEAL Foundation is an organization that provides crucial support to warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare.

Senator Scott has been donating his Senate salary since taking office in 2019. In a statement, Senator Scott expressed his pride in supporting an organization whose mission holds great significance for both him and his wife, stating, "Ann and I are proud to support an organization whose mission means so much to us, the Navy SEAL Foundation. Ann and I both come from military families, and I was proud to serve in the U.S. Navy."

The senator further emphasized the sacrifices made by men and women in uniform and their families, stating, "We know well that our men and women in uniform and their families make so many sacrifices on behalf of our nation. That's why it's a top priority of ours to give back to those who dedicate their lives to this nation and defend our freedoms."

Senator Scott acknowledged the Navy SEAL Foundation's commitment to supporting special forces members and their families during their time in service and when transitioning into civilian life. He expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the foundation's efforts, saying, "We're glad to support the Navy SEAL Foundation and its commitment to helping special forces members and their families succeed during their time in service and when transitioning into civilian life."

Bill Strong, the Navy SEAL Foundation Evening of Tribute Chairman, expressed his delight at Senator Rick Scott and Mrs. Ann Scott's continued support for the foundation's Naples Evening of Tribute event. He noted that their generosity, along with that of other leading patrons, would contribute to raising a record amount of money in support of the Navy SEAL Foundation.

The announcement of Senator Rick Scott's salary donation to the Navy SEAL Foundation highlights his ongoing dedication to supporting the men and women who serve in the U.S. military. The senator's personal connection to the military, as well as his understanding of the sacrifices made by service members and their families, underscores the importance of organizations like the Navy SEAL Foundation in providing critical support to those who defend our nation's freedoms.

To learn more, click on this link: https://www.rickscott.senate.gov/2024/1/sen-rick-scott-announces-salary-donation-to-navy-seal-foundation