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10.04.2023

Carlie’s Story: CGMA Assists with Service Dog for USCG Family

Military life can bring significant changes for Coast Guard families. For Carlie, becoming a Coast Guard spouse meant moving far from home while also managing a serious health condition. A Challenging Move As a new Coast Guard spouse, Carlie left her beloved small hometown in Maine and moved across the country to bustling, humid Miami. […]

10.03.2023

CGMA Helps USCG Perry Family With Adoption Grant

Building a family brings meaningful milestones—and sometimes significant expenses. For the Perry family, Coast Guard Mutual Assistance was there to provide support as their family grew and their needs changed. From adoption assistance with adopting twins to welcoming a new baby and pursuing educational goals, CGMA helped the family through several important chapters. Growing Through […]

10.14.2025

Community Update: CGMA Ready to Help During Government Lapse

October 14, 2025 The Coast Guard has confirmed that military members will receive their mid-month paycheck for October 15, with deposits expected between October 15–17. Read the official announcement here. CGMA continues to review and process requests for help. If the government shutdown continues and affects the November 1 paycheck, CGMA is ready to respond […]

10.10.2025

When Pay Stops, We Don’t

CGMA Ready to Bridge the Gap As the government shutdown continues, I know many of you are anxious about what the coming weeks may bring. It’s now likely that the October 15 paycheck will not arrive on time. That uncertainty hits hard — I’ve been there, and I remember exactly how it feels. I want […]

10.07.2025

A Lifeline in Crisis: How CGMA Stepped Up for the Holmes Family

A Coast Guard Family in Crisis For PO2 Bradley Holmes and his wife, budgeting and saving had always been part of their plan. But when a sophisticated scam emptied their checking and savings accounts overnight, everything changed. Their mortgage was due. Their pantry was empty. “We didn’t know where to turn,” Bradley said. “It felt […]

10.01.2025

On Watch. Always Ready. Always Here.

If shutdown results in a pay halt, CGMA is here to help The partial government shutdown in December 2018/ January 2019 resulted in the single largest relief effort in CGMA history as the Coast Guard workforce experienced work without pay. During this 35-day period, CGMA’s incredible team delivered $8.4 million in assistance to 6,200 Coast […]

01.06.2026

Winter 2025 CEO Update

Our Coast Guard community is relying on CGMA more than ever — and we’re showing up. As of December 8, CGMA has already delivered $8.5 million in loans, a 54% jump from 2024 and another $3.1 million in grants.

09.03.2025

Fall 2025 CEO Update

As the Atlantic hurricane season reaches its peak, Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) is fully prepared for what are often the most challenging months of the year for our community. These storms can strike without warning—uprooting families, damaging homes, and creating immediate, urgent needs. Thanks to your continued generosity, CGMA stands ready to respond at […]

09.03.2025

CGMA on the Road

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance is taking its mission on the road—meeting with Coast Guard members, families, leaders and volunteers in the communities where they live and serve. These visits create opportunities to share information about CGMA assistance, answer questions and help more members of the Coast Guard community understand where they can turn when an […]

09.02.2025

Aline Knight: Finding Hope Through Mutual Assistance

When Aline Knight, a devoted civilian employee with the U.S. Coast Guard, suddenly became the primary caregiver for her grandchildren, her world turned upside down. The added responsibility brought financial and emotional strain, stretching her paycheck to its limit. Aline found herself overwhelmed supporting three growing kids who needed school clothes, personal items, and a […]

09.02.2025

Fall 2025 CGMA Assistance Update

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) has provided remarkable support to the Coast Guard community so far this year, delivering $5.4 million in aid to 2,433 members. Assistance is distributed through grants and interest-free loans, addressing vital needs such as Disaster & Emergency Relief ($2,058,342), Education Assistance ($598,741), and Day-to-Day Support ($2,828,995). Much of that assistance […]

05.18.2026

Smooth Moves Start Here: How CGMA Eases the Stress of PCS 

For military members, Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders are a part of life. But just because they’re routine doesn’t mean they’re easy. Every PCS move brings a new set of challenges—unexpected expenses and delays, temporary lodging needs, and the emotional strain of uprooting families. That’s where Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) steps in.  As […]