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The mission of the MCRA is to serve members of the Marine Corps Reserve through promotion of professional development, advocacy for the Marine Corps Reserve, furthering the relevance and value of the Marine Corps Reserve and its individual members, and advancing the interests of the total United States Marine Corps in order to preserve the security of the United States

 

CALLING ALL MARINES - HELP REBUILD THE TUN TAVERN 

Tun Tavern Update

In the event you are unaware, there is an effort to rebuild our beloved Tun Tavern. Yes there has been previous attempts to do the same, they all failed. Why will this one succeed? Great question, the difference this time is the six organizations who trace their roots to The Tun have teamed together to make this happen. Read our latest update. We are now in a full court press to raise the last funds needed to purchase the land. This is where we need the help of EVERY Marine! We are requesting every Marine to make a one time $10 donation. Scan the QR code and you will be taken directly to The Tun CONTRIBUTION page. $10 is all we are asking. If every Marine donates $10, we can pay cash for the entire project. Please make that $10 donation!
 
Contact tavernkeeper@tuntavernphila.org or Ken.Hopper@usmcra.org with any questions.
 

2024 MFR/MCRA CWO4 VERN LEUBECKER ESSAY CONTEST NOW OPEN

In coordination with Marine Forces Reserve, the MCRA is now opening the 2024 essay contest. The question this year is:

How does the Reserve Force continue to refine programs and systems in order to create an agile and dynamic operational capability in order to maintain relevancy?" 

Instructions
The contest is open to all Marines, active and reserve, as well as Marine Corps veterans and retirees. Send your entry to INFO@USMCRA.ORG as an attachment. The cover page should be included identifying the manuscript as a Prize Essay Contest entry and include the title of the essay, name(s) of the author(s) and include email address(es). Repeat the title on the first page. There will be a 1,800-word limit on all entries, exclusive of title page and reference page. Multiple entries are allowed, however only one may receive an award. Manuscripts will only be accepted digitally. 

Prizes
First place is $1000, second place is $500, and third place is $250. Each winner will also receive an engraved plaque. All entries are eligible for publication.  

Deadline for submissions: May 15, 2024

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Combat-Injured Veterans Need Our Help NOW - Here's How

Bipartisan legislation designed to end an unfair pay offset for tens of thousands of combat-injured veterans has earned overwhelming support in the last two sessions of Congress. But for the 118th Congress to include the Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 1282/S. 344) in the next National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) – a move which would send a clear message of support to the all-volunteer force – advocates must overcome cost concerns. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

USMCRA Benefactors

The Association would like to acknowledge those who have committed to supporting The Association at the Benefactor level. Their support will fulfill our promise to the men and women who sacrifice for our freedom - Today - Tomorrow. Become a Benefactor Today!

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The deadline for filing a legal claim under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act is August 10th. If you are looking for assistance, contact MCRA’s entrusted law firm Baird Mandalas Brockstedt & Federico. Read this educational and informative article for answers to questions you may still have. To learn more click here.

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MARADMINS OF NOTE

1. MARADMIN 082/24. Subj: UPDATE TO ACTIVE RESERVE (AR) FISCAL YEAR 24 TOTAL FORCE INTEGRATION STAFF TRAINING (TFIST) CONTINUUM COURSE DATES click here.

2. MARADMIN 083/24. SUBJ: MAGTF COMMUNICATIONS PLANNERS COURSE 1-24 AND 2-24 click here.

3. MARADMIN 078/24. SUBJ:CALL FOR PARTICIPATION IN MODERN DAY MARINE 2024 click here

4. MARADMIN 070/24. SUBJ: CALL FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE 2024 OFFICER WOMEN LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUMclick here

MCRA LATEST PODCAST 

The MCRA latest PODCAST focuses on the career ofCol David Leighton, USMCR (Ret). In this PODCAST we will hear why Dave joined the Marine Corps; his training to become a Marine and a Naval Aviator. Listen to what Vietnam was like during the Corps' first "Advisory" mission in 1961. We hear about the Corps build-up and flying combat missions in 1966. Dave will also discuss the Association from the 1970s to today. This is a PODCAST you do not want to miss, from an American warrior who has served his country for over 60 years. Col David Leighton PODCAST

       

We now have 11 new PODCASTS for your enjoyment. Please listen and leave a comment to improve our content. Best, we would appreciate it if you were to share. 
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The Association has joined forces with Bluu Kazi to provide a job placement platform. This platform is now live. This platform is dedicated to assisting Marines in finding new opportunities, building connections and discovering educational opportunities. Members will be able to upload resumes, search current opening positions, and receive educational assistance to prepare you for your transition to civilian life or to prepare you for a transition to a different line of work. Simply click on the photo above and begin your new journey.

 
 

 

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