STRENGTHENING
ACTIVE-DUTY NAVY SEALS
AND THEIR FAMILIES
OUR MISSION
The C4 Foundation was created to provide resources and support available nowhere else to active-duty Navy SEALs and their families. Through neuroscience-based programs recognized by Naval Special Warfare, we strengthen relationships and support networks for our nation’s most elite warriors, their immediate families and the broader SEAL community.
The mission of the C4 Foundation and fortitude-building programs at the C4 Ranch is to significantly reduce stress, strengthen family connections and nurture feelings of optimism and gratitude.
Charlie’s Legacy
A love of country, devotion to his family and Navy SEAL brothers, a zest for life: this is the legacy of Charles Humphrey Keating IV, or “C4.” On May 3, 2016, he heroically gave his life in Iraq defending our freedom. We created the C4 Foundation to preserve C4’s spirit of family, friendship and community. Every SEAL family that shares the beauty and meaningful experience of the C4 Ranch honors C4’s legacy.
OUR VALUES
Every dollar
makes a difference
The C4 Foundation fills a critical gap that has gone unaddressed for far too long. While many organizations support veterans, C4 is uniquely dedicated to strengthening resilience, connection, and long-term family stability within the active-duty Navy SEAL community. Because supporting the operator also means supporting the family behind them.
Become a partner in what’s possible
The C4 Foundation is proud to partner with businesses and individuals that share our commitment to supporting the families behind America’s most elite warriors. Their partnership strengthens our mission and expands what is possible for the active-duty Naval Special Warfare community. Learn how your organization can become a partner here.
why your donation matters
Neuroscience tells us that nature is the heart of healing, accelerating the healthy transition and decompression from combat to home by 10x. We rely solely on donations like yours to fund the C4 Foundation, C4 Ranch and our F.R.O.G. Programs (Families building Resilience through Optimism and Gratitude).
