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MARINES HELPING MARINES
- WOUNDED MARINES PROGRAM
The program was created to support injured Marine Corps personnel
located at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland,
Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC, Brooke Army hospital
in San Antonio, as well as the Naval Hospitals at Balboa, Camp
Pendleton and elsewhere. The Wounded Marines Program works closely with
the Wounded Warrior Regiment. The scope of support encompasses;
financial support, visits from Marine Corps League members, off site
day trips to include family outings, dinners, short trips in support of
the individual Marines’ needs and professional sporting
events as
tickets and opportunities present themselves.
U. S. MARINES YOUTH PHYSICAL FITNESS PROGRAM
The League developed and administers a program that
provides a physical
fitness regimen that promotes a healthy, drug free life style for
elementary and high school students.
YOUNG MARINES OF THE MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
A youth program emphasizing honesty, courage, respect, industry,
loyalty, dependability, and a sense of devotion to God, country,
community and family. The Young Marines program receives funding from
Congress and the United States Marine Corps primarily because of their
drug interdiction focus on drug education and prevention.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Members of the Marine Corps League fund scholarships through donations
from individual members and subordinate units of the Marine Corps
League and Auxiliary. Children and former Marines are eligible for
academic scholarships for attendance at accredited colleges and
universities.
MARINE MILITARY EXPOSITIONS PROGRAM
The Marine Corps League sponsors three Marine Military Expositions each
year. “Modern Day Marine” is held aboard MCB,
Quantico and
is the premier military equipment, systems, services and technology
exposition. “Marine West” is held aboard MCB, Camp
Pendleton and showcases the latest technology and prototypes aimed at
preparing today’s Marines for the opportunities and
challenges of
the 21st century. “Marine South” held at MCB, Camp
Lejeune,
serves Marine commands from Camp Lejeune, MCAS Cherry Point and New
River, showcasing the latest innovative displays, trailblazing computer
simulations and state-of-the-art technology systems and equipment
designed specifically for the U. S. Marine Corps.
LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM
The Marine Corps League is a member of The Military Coalition and
participates in National and State legislative issues that affect
military readiness, benefits and entitlements of active duty personnel
as well as Veterans Benefits programs effecting former and retired
Marines.
VETERANS SERVICE OFFICER PROGRAM
The National Headquarters retains a full-time staff member who assists
veterans in adjudicating claims against the government as a result of
active duty service. Claims are processed through the Department of
Veterans Affairs or other appropriate agencies of the federal
government.
VETERANS AFFAIRS VOLUNTARY SERVICE PROGRAM (VAVS)
Marine Corps League members contribute thousands of man-hours each year
supplementing staffs at VA Hospitals and facilities in providing
morale, comfort and assistance to institutionalized veterans.
MARINE CORPS LEAGUE AUXILIARY
The Marine Corps League Auxiliary was chartered on September 4, 1937 as
a subsidiary organization of the Marine Corps League. The Auxiliary was
formed: To Preserve the traditions and promote the interests of the
United States Marine Corps; To maintain true allegiance to American
institutions; To hold sacred the history and memory of the men and
women who have given their lives to this Nation; To perpetuate the
history of the United States Marine Corps and by fitting acts, to
observe the anniversaries of historical occasions of particular
interest to Marines; To create a bond of comradeship between the
Auxiliary and the Marine Corps League; To aid voluntarily and to render
assistance to all Marines and former Marines as well as to their
families; To help decorate the graves of all deceased Marines whenever
and wherever possible.
MILITARY ORDER OF DEVIL DOGS
The fun and honor society of the Marine Corps League.
TOYS-FOR-TOTS
Marine Corps League Detachments in nearly every community take part
annually in the United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys-For-Tots
campaign to raise funds and collect and distribute toys to needy
children. In communities where there is an existing Marine Corps
Reserve Unit, the League works hand in hand supporting their campaign.
In other communities, the Marine Corps League takes the lead, ensuring
a successful campaign.
ANNUAL CONVENTIONS
Members find the Marine Corps League’s National Convention an
opportunity to be a part of the decision making process, attend the
several training classes offered at Convention, learn more about the
operation and functions of the League as well as ideal vacation venues
for themselves and family members. Held in a different city each year,
many families attend year after year and particularly enjoy the many
planned activities and tours related to these get-togethers. Members
find the camaraderie offers them the chance to meet new people and
renew old friendships. Attendance at National Conventions has grown to
an average of between 800 and 1500 members and their families.
The Marine Corps League is a charter member of The Military Coalition,
The National Marine Corps Council, AdHoc Committee, Navy and Marine
Corps Council, the National Veterans Day Committee, and is represented
on countless committees and programs serving the military and veteran
community.
The League participates in patriotic functions such as the National
Memorial Day Parade and the National 4th of July Parade in Washington
as well as countless statewide and community parades around the
country. We provide representation to the U.S. Congress in legislative
matters affecting the United States Marine Corps, national security and
veteran’s benefits through our National Legislative
Committee.
Most importantly, Marine Corps League Detachments are actively involved
in Community based programs throughout the country.
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