SAN JOSE, Calif. – The holiday season is upon us and goalkeeper Jon Busch and the Earthquakes Community Fund are kicking off the festivities with a $29,000 donation to the Navy SEAL Foundation.

Busch pledged to donate $50 per save he made in 2014 with a matching donation from the Earthquakes Community Fund. He also raised money for the charity through auctions of commemorative game-worn gear and a special ticket package from the club’s match at Stanford Stadium on June 28. Busch’s Saves for SEALs Program also accepted donations from fans.

After raising $18,000 in 2013, Busch set an ambitious goal of $25,000 in 2014. Thanks in part to a career-high 137 saves and increased contributions from the community, Busch was able to surpass that goal by $4,000.

The Navy SEAL Foundation stands behind all U.S. Navy SEALs, Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen, Naval Special Warfare (NSW) support personnel, and their spouses and children. The Foundation coordinates closely with NSW commands to support critical needs of active-duty operators while also providing resources for NSW veterans. Our work is focused on three key areas: family support services, educational programs, and legacy activities. The Navy SEAL Foundation's mission is to provide immediate and ongoing support and assistance to the Naval Special Warfare community and their families.