BENEFITS OF AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP Saving Lives - Patriotism - Fellowship
Above and beyond the satisfaction of volunteering our time and talents, auxiliarists enjoy benefits unavailable to other volunteer organizations. The Coast Guard and the Coast Guard Auxiliary Association provide these benefits to enhance our volunteer service.
COAST GUARD FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
The Coast Guard Credit Union provides all the services of a bank, from savings and checking accounts to equity lines of credit and credit cards, but its profits are distributed to members instead of stockholders.
For your Convenience in shop in person or online at these Auxiliary shopping affiliates: Target, Bose, Office Depot, Macy's, Avis, Hickory Farms, Auxcen District Stores, ID Cards Plus, Boating World, International Marine, P2W, Adobe, iBoats.com, Chelsea Clocks, Bennet Marine Video, Amazon.com, CompUSA and many more.
This is an emergency interest-free loan which provides financial relief when a 'sponsor member' faces an unexpected or impossible financial burden.
COAST GUARD WORK-LIFE PROGRAMS
Auxiliarists can take advantage of certain Coast Guard Work-life Programs such as:
Family, Wellness, Dependent Resources, Employee and Relocation Assistance.
INSURANCE
Auxiliarists under mission orders are protected by a variety of insurance programs which include medical, hospitalization, disability and death benefits. If your auxiliary facility boat or aircraft is damaged or destroyed, coverage for repairs or replacement is provided. Government liability coverage also protects auxiliarists from third party claims.
EXCHANGE PRIVILEGES
Auxiliarists in uniform with i.d. can purchase anything sold in the Coast Guard Exchange stores, except liquor and cigarettes. Dependents may accompany auxiliarists. Members are also welcome at Department of Defense Exchanges for uniform or accessory items.
PUBLICATIONS
Members receive Auxiliary National publications, The Navigator, their own District publication,
and other bulletins to keep abreast of Coast Guard, Reserve, auxiliary and boating information.
UNIFORMS AND AWARDS
The pride of wearing our uniform is amplified by awards and advancement. We are recognized with certificates, bars and medals for completing training courses and participating in programs authorized by local flotilla leadership.
TAX DEDUCTIONS
For tax purposes, uniforms, their cleaning, maintenance, and reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of auxiliary duties are considered contributions, but you should consult your personal professional tax advisor.
FELLOWSHIP
One of our trademarks is good old-fashioned hospitality. Friends, neighbors and interested members of the public are always welcome to attend our meetings. We relax and have fun at outings, classes and conferences with a special camaraderie that is hard to beat and form lasting relationships and friendships.
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