Established in 1972 by Admirals Reider and Neumann. Rear Admiral Reider (USNR-R) was the first Commander of the First Reserve Naval Construction Brigade and served with the Seabees in the Pacific during World War II. Mr. Gerard Neumann was Chairman of the Board of a marine construction firm, Spearin, Preston, and Burrows.
Endowed Scholarships allow our investors to build a lasting legacy, impacting Seabee children and grandchildren for generations to come. Endowed Scholarships often honor or memorialize family members, Seabee leaders, NAVFAC units, organizations or corporations. Perpetual Named scholarships can be funded at three levels, $60,000, $120,000 and $150,000 and are named by the donor.
Contact Dan Miller at danmiller@seabee.org to start a endowed scholarship.