Supporting Our Sea Services and Families: A Conversation with Former MCPON and Current Navy League CEO Mike Stevens

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Stevens—former Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) and current CEO of the Navy League of the United States.

Mike shares insights from his time as the Navy’s senior enlisted leader and reflects on his transition into leading the Navy League, an organization dedicated to supporting America’s sea services and their families through advocacy, education, and community programs.

From scholarships for military children to the Navy League’s global network of councils, we explore how this 120+ year-old organization continues to serve those who serve at sea.

• Founded in 1902: The Navy League has supported Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, Merchant Mariners, and their families for over a century.
  

• Advocacy in Action: The League educates Congress and the public about the importance of a strong maritime force.
  

• Global Reach: With 176 councils worldwide, the Navy League brings local communities and service members together.
  

• Programs that Give Back:
  

• • Unit Adoption Program – Connecting Navy League councils with active-duty units.
    

  • Scholarship Foundation – Offering annual scholarships to children of sea service members.
    

  • STEM Institute – Promoting innovation and STEM education among military families.
    

• Celebrating Navy 250: This fall, councils across the country will honor the Navy’s 250th anniversary with events and balls, including the National Capital Region’s Navy Ball, where new CNO, Admiral Daryl Caudle will keynote.
  

• Why It Matters: Our maritime domain is critical to America’s security and commerce—and the Navy League ensures those who serve are never forgotten.
  

• Partnerships: Navy League proudly supports Naval Services FamilyLine, strengthening resources for military families.

Resources & Links:

• Navy League of the United States

• Navy League Scholarships

• Join the Navy League

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