The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation directly supports the historical programs of the Marine Corps in ways that might not otherwise be available through appropriated funds. In 1999, following years of research and study, the Foundation’s mission was expanded to include the planning and development of the new National Museum of the Marine Corps and Marine Corps Heritage Center.

To fulfill the mission, vision and goals for the continual development of the Marine Corps Heritage Center and completion of the National Museum of the Marine Corps, the Foundation fundraises and reaches out to government officials, philanthropists, educational foundations and other organizations and entities in order to preserve and propagate the history, traditions and culture of the Marine Corps.

The Foundation’s vision for the future includes:

• Planning, funding and completing the Marine Corps Heritage Center.
• Creating and nurturing an endowment fund which promotes continuing education focused on the culture, history and values of the Marine Corps.
• Promoting the Marine Corps’ long-term historical research and educational activities.

The Foundation’s goals include:

• Raising $85 million to complete the development and construction of the Marine Corps Heritage Center, which includes the National Museum of the Marine Corps and Semper Fidelis Memorial Park.