ALCOAST 008/26 - JAN 2026 SOLICITATION FOR COAST GUARD MUTUAL ASSISTANCE (CGMA) BOARD MEMBERS

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FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
TO ALCOAST
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ALCOAST 008/26
SSIC 5760
SUBJ: SOLICITATION FOR COAST GUARD MUTUAL ASSISTANCE (CGMA)
BOARD MEMBERS
1. The purpose of this ALCOAST is to invite Coast Guard members to
apply for election to CGMA's Board of Directors. CGMA is seeking
five dedicated volunteers to help guide the organization's mission
and strategic direction. Board members play a vital role in shaping
policy, providing strategic oversight, and ensuring responsible
financial stewardship that protects CGMA's long-term stability and
its continued ability to serve Coast Guard families. This is a
unique opportunity to gain valuable leadership experience while
contributing to the well-being of the Coast Guard community, both
today and for future generations. For more than 100 years, CGMA has
served as the official military aid society of the Coast Guard,
providing essential financial assistance to the Coast Guard
workforce in times of need. Serving on the Board offers the unique
reward of knowing your efforts make a lasting, positive impact on
the lives of those who serve.
2. The CGMA Board of Directors includes twenty elected positions
from a cross-section of various CG communities. Board members
normally serve for a period of three years. Five positions will
become vacant on 01 July 2026.
3. The 2026 vacancies are for the following positions:
    a. Retired Coast Guard Member (Senior Officer or Senior Enlisted
- O5 & Above / E7 & Above)
    b. Reserve Member (Officer or Enlisted - any paygrade)
    c. Coast Guard Auxiliary Member
    d. At-Large Member (Outside Perspective)
    e. At-Large Member (Outside Perspective)
4. CGMA is particularly interested in applicants who bring expertise
in nonprofit fundraising and donor cultivation, financial or
accounting management, legal or compliance oversight, grant and
program administration, and prior board or governance experience.
These skill sets are essential to ensuring strong stewardship,
strategic guidance, and sustainable organizational growth.
The deadline for application is 20 February 2026.
5. For additional information and to apply, please visit:
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https://mycgma.org/bod2026application/

6. Questions about these opportunities may be directed to
election@mycgma.org.
7. RDML Z. Merchant, Assistant Commandant for Workforce Management
(CG-WM), sends.
8. Internet release is authorized.