October 2023

Notice: Nominations for National

Board of Director Positions opens today!

Voting begins 1 January.

 
 
 

We had such a fantastic Convention.

A few fun photos can be found here!
 



Our 2024 Convention to be held underway!


Seattle to Alaska

August 23th through 30th


Ovation of the Seas: Quantum-class ships are a leap forward in vessel design with groundbreaking innovations like RipCord by iFLY, the first skydiving experience at sea. And the North Star, a jewel-shaped, glass capsule with a spectacular ocean view.


As we continue to seek innovative new ideas for our convention and location, please ensure to engage early for this event to ensure to secure your cabin.

A couple of things:


  • Ensure your passports are up to date.


  • A convention registration link will be provided soon but do not hesitate to book your cabin now; monthly payment plans are available.


 
 


Aaron Redd Foundation
Golf Tournament

The Aaron Redd Foundation will continue to honor the United States Coast Guard in memory of Seaman Aaron N. Redd, Company Delta 193, by supporting the CG Chief Petty Officers Association. The new Aaron Redd Award provides a financial award to Active Duty Coast Guardsmen, Active Duty Coast Guard Reservists, and their dependents.

 
Membership Matters Booklets Available
If you're having a CCTI, or just looking to increase your Chapter or Branch participation,
click one of the graphics below for distribution at your local unit!
 
Reach over 11,500 Coasties!
 


Membership Dues:
Action Needed

If you haven't done so already, please take the time to update your allotment by one of these 3 ways:


 Call: PPC at 1-866-772-8724 for staff assistance


  Log in: Already established as a Retiree in DA? Log in to DA
 Self-Service at Direct Access Self Service
 
Let them know that you’d like to increase your monthly allotment to $4.00 for Chief Petty Officers Association (blanket code 00066), effective 1 January 2023.
 
Questions? Please contact us at membership@uscgcpoa.org. 

Those 80 years and above in 2023 will be “Grandfathered” and not be required to increase their payment.
 


Looking for a TRICARE Supplement?


Retired military families who have TRICARE insurance can get help saving on co-pays, prescriptions, and cost shares. Supplement insurance helps reimburse you for covered expenses that TRICARE doesn't pay.
 
 
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Reconnect With Old
Service Friends
These unprecedented times are contributing to a higher level of anxiety, particularly among our Veteran population. The constant flow of often discouraging news, along with a reduced ability to mingle with others to keep spirits up, makes it difficult for some to maintain their morale. TogetherWeServed, a military heritage community website and home to over 1.9 million U.S. Military Veterans, wants to help.

A secure virtual base for Veterans

During a Veteran’s military service, their base, ship or shore station is place to call home – a safe haven to share in the company of some of the finest men and women with a mission in common. Together We Served (TWS) aims to replicate that same spirit of brotherhood and sisterhood in its own “Virtual Base” website.

With its membership containing only active serving and Veterans, TWS provides a secure platform for all Veterans to engage with other Veterans on a level that is simply not possible in most social networking environments.

 
To obtain your Free Full Membership, please go to this  special link only for CPOA/CGEA members. 
 
 Family of deceased Coast Guard members who wish to join CGTWS to create a Remembrance Profile for their loved one should email admin@togetherweserved.com.
 
 For more information on TogetherWeServed.com, please view their short informational video at: www.youtube.com/twsmilitarywebsites

Our Partners
 
 
 
Recent Legislative Activity can be found on The Military Coalitions Website here.
Looking for CPOA/CGEA Swag?
Thanks for visiting our Ships Stores! Find what you're looking for yourself or great gifts for your friends. You'll find unique merchandise with the CPOA or CGEA logos on t-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, stickers, and more. Just click on the graphic links above to enter!
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