ALCOAST 305/17 - OCT 2017 SOLICITATION FOR GEICO MILITARY SERVICE AWARDS

R 101035 OCT 17
FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC //CG-11//
TO ALCOAST
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ALCOAST 305/17
COMDTNOTE 5100
SUBJ: SOLICITATION FOR GEICO MILITARY SERVICE AWARDS
1. The GEICO Military Service Awards Program pays tribute to an active duty enlisted
service member from each branch of the Armed Forces, and one enlisted member from
the reserve or National Guard component, for his/her special achievements and
contributions to the public good of the civilian and/or military community. This
annual award recognizes achievements or contributions in the following categories:
   a. Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention
   b. Fire Safety and Fire Prevention
   c. Traffic Safety and Accident Prevention
2. Each service winner will receive a $2,500 cash honorarium and a commemorative
plaque.
3. The award will be presented in Washington, DC in April 2018.
4. Eligibility is open to active duty and reserve enlisted members. Active duty
nominees must have at least one year of obligated service remaining. Individuals
are nominated based on recent contributions or noteworthy accomplishments in one of
the areas listed above.
5. For additional guidance on the award criteria go to:
https://www.geico.com/information/military/returning-the-favor/service-awards.
6. The submission deadline is December 1, 2017. All nomination packages must be
emailed to the POC listed below.
7. The POC is: Mr. Dale A. Wisnieski, Email: Dale.A.Wisnieski@uscg.mil, (202) 475-5206.
8. RADM Erica G. Schwartz, Director of Health, Safety, and Work-Life, sends.
9. Internet release is authorized.