Tragedy struck a year ago today when insurgents shot down a Chinook helicopter in Afghanistan, killing 31 American military service personnel. 17 of them were Navy SEALS. To honor those men and women who gave their lives in combat, follow any of the links below:

A city in Connecticut built a memorial to honor Chief petty officer Brian Bill. A city in CT built a memorial to honor Chief Petty Officer Brian Bill, special forces warrior, and to inspire young people to serve.

To donate to the Brian Bill Memorial Fund:

http://brianbillmemorial.org/

Navy SEAL Chris Campbell wanted to help those injured in combat through the Wounded Warrior Project.

To donate to the Wounded Warrior Project:

https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/default.aspx?tsid=72&campaignSource=WEBSITE&company=&source=ONLINE

"Joggin' for Fromen" is a 5k run taking place this Sunday to honor those Americans who died in the August 6 helicopter crash. Proceeds will go to the foundations Navy SEALS and Special Operations.

To donate, register, or learn more, go to:

http://jogginforfrogmen.com/donate/