ALCOAST 022/18 - JAN 2018 SOLICITATION FOR 2018 MILITARY TIMES SERVICE MEMBERS OF THE YEAR

R 250858 JAN 18
FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC//CG-12//
TO ALCOAST
UNCLAS //N01650//
ALCOAST 022/18
COMDTNOTE 1650
SUBJ:  SOLICITATION FOR 2018 MILITARY TIMES SERVICE MEMBERS OF THE YEAR
1. Each year, Military Times honors five "Everyday Heroes" -- service members who
demonstrate pride, dedication and courage beyond what is expected. These Soldiers,
Marines, Sailors, Airmen and Coast Guardsmen show concern for their fellow service
members, their community and the country they serve. Nominations may be submitted
by anyone who is aware of the awards program – including parents, fellow service
members, supervisors and commanding officers; making this grassroots award unique
from any other awards given to members of our Armed Forces.
2. For history of the Service Member of the Year award, please visit:
https://www.militarytimes.com/.
3. For amplifying information and to submit a nomination, visit
https://www.militarytimes.com/.
   a. Note nominees must remain in the armed forces through August 2018 to be eligible.
   b. The deadline to submit nominations directly to the Military Times Service Members
of the Year (http://smoy.militarytimes.com/) is 16 March 2018.
4. Winners will be recognized online and in the Military Times newspapers.
This year, the winner from each branch of the military will get a VIP trip to
Washington, D.C. The VIP ceremony in Washington, D.C. is attended by officials from
the service member's command, members of Congress and senior Pentagon officials.
5. The Coast Guard POC is Ms. Brianne Alvis, COMDT (CG-12C), at 202-475-5514 or
Brianne.E.Alvis@uscg.mil.
6. Ms. Michelle R. Godfrey, Director of Civilian Human Resources, Diversity and
Leadership, sends.
7. Internet release authorized.