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Nov. 21, 2023

Help CGMA in the #Battle4BraggingRights on Giving Tuesday

You can help Coast Guard Mutual Assistance in the annual challenge against the other military aid societies.

When disaster strikes, CGMA's initial objective is to quickly provide emergency assistance for evacuation and cash needed to meet basic living expenses such as food, shelter and clothing.

July 13, 2023

Know where to turn

Natural disaster resources are here for you and your family.

Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathaniel Dirvin runs in the Cocodona 250 race through Black Canyon City and into the Bradshaw Mountains in Arizona in 2022.

Jan. 24, 2023

Running for a cause: how one member runs for the Coast Guard community

A Coast Guard member raises funds for CGMA through running.

Macie Rae Cook is Evans Army Community Hospital’s first baby of 2022. She was born Jan. 1, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mountain Post Birthing Center at Fort Carson. She weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounces, and measured 18.9 inches. Macie is the third child of proud parents Air Force Capt. Danielle Cook, 50th Force Support Squadron, Schriever Space Force Base, and Zachary Cook. “The staff was awesome,” said Danielle Cook. “It was a super smooth delivery.” Zachary Cook noted “It’s an easy birthdate to remember, 1-1-22.” (Photo by Norman Shifflett)

Sept. 28, 2022

There’s financial assistance for the Coast Guard workforce seeking reproductive care

CGMA offers a zero-interest loan for the workforce in need of financial assistance during their fertility journeys.

A Coast Guard military working dog was honored during a retirement ceremony held by members of the Maritime Safety and Security Team (MSST) San Francisco on Base Alameda July 22, 2022. Feco, a nine-year old Hungarian Vizsla, joined the MSST San Francisco Canine Explosive Detection Team (CEDT) in 2014. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew West)

Aug. 26, 2022

Coast Guard retired working dogs receive financial support

Celebrating National Dog Day, CGMA provides funds for retired dogs

A Coast Guard family reuniting with their loved one and demonstrating how CGMA's financial support can assist more Coast Guard families in these touching moments. (This photo is courtesy of CGMA)

June 20, 2022

Financial resources for your PCS

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance provides loans and grant resources to aide your PCS transition

Senior Chief Petty Officer Anitra Keith (far right), sits with her family in front of the Capital in Washington, D.C., with her husband Jason (far left) and their daughters: Aleesa, 10 (on the right) and Della, eight (on the left). Jon, their adopted 18-month-old son, sits on his father’s lap. Photo courtesy Senior Chief Petty Officer Anitra Keith.

Nov. 30, 2021

November is National Adoption Month: A roadmap to adopting a child

Here are some guidelines to expanding your family through adoption

Lt. Cmdr. Kirk Kalmbacher (top left), his wife Caroline (top right) and their children pose for a family picture.

Nov. 17, 2021

The Coast Guard can help lessen your fees to adopt a child

November is National Adoption Month

Seaman Nate Dirvin crosses the finish line after running 135 miles through Death Valley to Mount Whitney in California, July 19, 2021. He completed the Badwater 135 to raise funds for Coast Guard Mutual Assistance. U.S. Coast Guard photo.

Oct. 7, 2021

BZ: Bravo Zulu to member for completing several ultra-marathons raising money for Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA), and more.

BZ: Bravo Zulu to member for completing several ultra-marathons raising money for Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA); Solicitation: Black Engineer of the Year Award (BEYA) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) 2022 Conference Outstanding Achievement Award (OAA) nominations; Solicitation: Nominations for the 2021 Coast Guard Engineer of the Year (EOTY) are being accepted.

Members with the U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard connect a fallen Rear Range Light to a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter near Beaumont, Texas, May 27, 2021. The tower had become a navigational hazard after being knocked down during Hurricane Laura. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Paige Hause)

June 28, 2021

This hurricane season, be prepared to receive Coast Guard Mutual Assistance, in case you need it

Prepare yourself and your family for the next natural disaster