About Us
CGMA is the official relief society of the US Coast Guard. While CGMA works closely with the Coast Guard, it is an independent nonprofit charitable organization. Established and operated by Coast Guard people for Coast Guard people, CGMA provides a way to extend compassion to one another in times of need. It serves as a vital financial safety net, promoting financial stability and general wellbeing, fostering high morale, and encouraging a sense of loyalty to the Coast Guard.
Mission
CGMA amplifies the voices of our Coast Guard community to harness strengths and address needs. We leverage our network to foster a culture of financial security, ensuring no one walks alone. Through proactive collaboration and tailored support, we are the go-to resource that turns today’s financial challenges into tomorrow’s stability.
Vision
Guiding Principles
All actions of Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Board of Directors members, Representatives and staff members are governed by the following principles:
- To help members of the Coast Guard family achieve autonomous financial well-being.
- To foster self-respect and self-worth.
- To assure applications for financial assistance are treated confidentially.
- To treat all members of the Coast Guard community in an honorable and respectful manner.
- To provide assistance in a timely manner.
- To consistently apply our guidelines and principles fairly and equitably to all.
- To make decisions based on the merits of individual cases.
Diversity
CGMA believes in and strives to practice absolute adherence to a policy of fair treatment. At all times, we will provide an environment that promotes dignity, respect, fairness, equity, and inclusion. These are essential ingredients to the sustainment of operational excellence, a positive office climate and a healthy work environment. All CGMA personnel and representatives will comport themselves in accordance with all Coast Guard civil rights and equal opportunity policies at all times.
02.05.2025
2025 Winter Newsletter
2024 Assistance Recap Thanks to the generosity of our donors, in 2024, CGMA delivered $8.5 million in assistance to over 6,000 clients… that’s the power of us! This support is categorized into three different buckets: Disaster and Emergency Assistance, Day to Day Support, and Education Assistance. CGMA delivered over $4 million in Disaster and Emergency […]
01.16.2025
Back by Popular Demand: Tutor.com/Military: Free Tutoring Services
We are thrilled to announce that CGMA has renewed the highly requested Tutor.com/military services for eligible members of the Coast Guard community, starting immediately! Thanks to your feedback and support, CGMA is once again funding free tutoring services, providing an invaluable resource to Coast Guard Active Duty, Reserve, and Civilian members and their families. Free […]
01.07.2025
Bridging the Gap: The Launch of the AUX-CGMA Ambassador Program
For a century, Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) has stood as a beacon of hope and support, providing essential financial aid to the Coast Guard community in times of need. As we celebrate 100 years of dedicated service, we are proud to announce an exciting new initiative: the AUX-CGMA Ambassador Program. This innovative partnership between […]
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