2026 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

OFFICERS, BOARD APPLICATION AND POSITION DESCRIPTION

Board Overview

The Executive Board governs the overall execution of the Marine Corps Reserve Association’s mission. Principally, the Board manages organizational finances and sets long term priorities for programs, including the development of programs for the professional development of Reserve Marines; advocacy on behalf of the Marine Corps Reserve, furthering the relevance of the Marine Corps Reserve and advancing the interests of the Marine Corps. Additionally, the Board oversees the Officers of the Association and the National President, who is responsible for the day-to-day management of the organization. Overall, the members of the Board contribute to the educational, management, legal, and financial skills needed to ensure the long term organizational stability of the Marine Corps Reserve Association mission.

Board Members Executive and Regional, responsibilities include attendance at regular monthly board meetings, as well as teleconference meetings and active electronic conversations. This could be as part of an Association’s committee and/or work group. It is expected each Board member will attend the annual “Mid-Year” and “Business” meetings. The attendance policy allows for removal if three consecutive meetings are missed without notice. Board members also hold a fiduciary responsibility for management of organizational capital and ensuring appropriate filings with federal, state, and local authorities consistent with the organization’s status as a 501(c)(19) nonprofit organization are filled by the Treasurer of the Association.

Duties of the Secretary - The Secretary shall record the minutes of all meetings of the Board of Directors, maintain records of committee meetings, oversee the maintenance of membership lists, provide for the safe keeping of all official contracts and records of the organization and publish notices of scheduled meetings as required in these Bylaws.

Duties of the Vice President – Working with the board of directors and other senior executives within the Association, the vice presidents will plan, develop and enforce policies and objectives for the organization within their specific areas of responsibility. This will be consistent with the values and established goals of the Association.

Regional Directors primary responsibility will be to serve as the face of the Association within their Region. This will be with Reserve units and the state legislative bodies. It is hoped each Regional Director will capitalize personal contacts within their home state and within their Region to increase membership of the Association and become members of any veteran’s advisory board within their home state and/or Region.

Declaration of Candidacy

Before submitting the below paperwork, remember, Board positions require a time and energy commitment that should not be underestimated. Candidates are urged to consider personal priorities for the next three years as well as the ways to contribute to the development of the organization.

Resources available to prospective members:

• Organizational Documents: Strategic Plan, Bylaws, FY Budget, Operating Principles, and others upon request
• Program Overview & Calendar of Events
• Email or call the Executive Director [Tim Dunn, 910-978-0144] or the National President [Paul K. Hopper, 214-693-6249] with any questions.

To apply:

• Submit a one-page Board Application (listed below in this document) and a single page (front and back) résumé to Paul K. Hopper, Ken.Hopper@USMCRA.org. In the subject line of the email write “NEW BOARD MEMBER APPLICATION”.
• Copies of the one-page application along with the resume will be distributed to selected Board members and will aid in understanding how you would like tocontribute to the organization’s work.

Time and Financial Considerations

Meetings:

• Board Meetings- are monthly, the second Thursday, and begin at 2030 Eastern.
• Mid-Year Meeting is held on the third weekend in March at the National HQ, Stafford, VA. This is a two (2) day meeting focused upon Professional Development, review of the CY goals and objectives; review of the budget, adjustments will be made as needed; and finalization of annual meeting.