HELPING OUR OWN
Coast Guard Mutual Assistance is the official relief society of the U.S. Coast Guard.
OVER $230 MILLION DOLLARS
of assistance has been disbursed to our Coast Guard community.
WE LOOK AFTER OUR OWN
We prevent short-term financial issues from becoming long-term problems by providing interest-free loans and grants to the Coast Guard community.
We serve:
We provide interest-free loans, grants, financial counseling, referrals, and other help.
Our assistance programs focus on situations requiring immediate attention for essentials and solving temporary problems.
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FIND MY REPRESENTATIVEUpdates & Highlights
10.03.2024
Help after Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene wrecked havoc across an 800 mile path in multiple states. Right now Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) is assisting members affected by the storm. Many who had to evacuate, including those stationed on our cutters which provided off-shore search and rescue coverage during the event, just returned from sea to their homes to […]
09.23.2024
Board of Directors now accepting applications for 2025
CGMA is looking for innovative Coast Guard leaders to join the Board of Directors. Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) exemplifies the Coast Guard’s commitment to supporting its own, providing financial aid to members in need. The Board of Directors plays a vital role in shaping policy and overseeing financial decisions to ensure the organization’s continued […]
08.22.2024
Former CGMA CEO, Rear Admiral Cari B. Thomas (Ret.), Honored with 2024 Spirit of Hope Award
Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) is proud to announce that its former Chief Executive Officer, Rear Admiral Cari B. Thomas, USCG (Ret.), has been selected as the recipient of the Coast Guard’s 2024 Spirit of Hope Award. This prestigious award is presented in recognition of outstanding service to the United States, honoring those whose patriotism […]
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