MCRA News

The Tun Update

Philadelphia, PA

Monday, April 21, 2025 / BlogNewsMarine Corps/DoD News

Exciting news! We're celebrating the progress of The Tun November 7 - 10th 2025! While our official grand opening will be delayed due to securing the remaining funding, we've achieved remarkable milestones thanks to incredible Marine enthusiasm and support. This isn't a setback; it's a steppingstone! 

Medal of Honor Recipient Dakota Meyer Reenlists in Marine Corps Reserves After 15 Years

Medal of Honor Recipient Dakota Meyer Reenlists in Marine Corps Reserves After 15 Years
Sunday, April 20, 2025 / BlogNews

 Dakota Meyer, a Marine who was awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism in the Afghanistan War but later became a sharp critic of the Biden administration over its chaotic withdrawal from that conflict, is reenlisting in the military and will serve in the Marine Reserves. 


VA Secretary says his goal is to increase efficiency

Washington, DC

Sunday, April 13, 2025 / NewsVA News

Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins is proposing significant changes to the Department of Veterans Affairs, including a potential reduction of up to 80,000 jobs, as part of a broader plan to increase efficiency and focus on the agency’s core mission.


MCRA Board Member Honors Blackman High School Cadets and JROTC Leadershi

Blackman High School, Murfreesboro, TN.

MCRA Board Member Honors Blackman High School Cadets and JROTC Leadershi
Sunday, April 13, 2025 / BlogNews

This week, MCRA Board Member, Andrew Ferrar had the honor to award certificates and medals from the Military Order of the Purple Heart and Sons of the American Revolution to a couple of Cadets from Blackman High School,  Murfreesboro,  TN.


Tun Legacy Foundation UPDATE

Philadelphia, PA

Tun Legacy Foundation UPDATE
Friday, March 14, 2025 / Marine Corps/DoD News

Here's a quick recap of our progress: We've purchased the land, finalized construction designs, navigated all city documentation and public hearings, held a ceremonial groundbreaking, and – amazingly – received two $1 million donations from individual Marines! 

Granbury High School MCJROTC has been selected as a Naval Honor School for the 10th consecutive year

Granbury, TX

Granbury High School MCJROTC has been selected as a Naval Honor School for the 10th consecutive year
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 / News

The GHS Battalion has received the Marine Corps Reserve Association (MCRA) Outstanding Unit Award for the third year running. This award is the highest recognition an MCJROTC unit can receive, and only four are given out worldwide each year. It is a great honor for GHS, as this is only the third time in the program's 23-year history that they have earned this prestigious designation.

 


Haverhill High School

Haverhill, MA - Region 1

Haverhill High School
Monday, February 10, 2025 / BlogMarine Corps/DoD NewsJunior ROTC Award

Oorah to our HHS MCJROTC! For the 2nd year in a row, they have been selected as Best Unit in Region 1 by the MCRA!

Daniel Boone High School

Gray, TN - Region 2

Daniel Boone High School
Monday, February 10, 2025 / NewsJunior ROTC Award

The Marine Corps JROTC program at Daniel Boone High School has received the prestigious Marine Corps Reserve Association designation as one of the top four programs in the nation in 2024! This incredible accomplishment is a testament to their dedication and hard work, marking the 11th time Daniel Boone has earned this honor!

After the award ceremony, they celebrated the Marine Corps’ 249th Birthday in style! The Senior Marine Instructor is Major Steven M. Sessis, USMC(Ret).


The Association Steps Up to Support "Carlos" Company, 1/23

Corpus Christi, TX

The Association Steps Up to Support "Carlos" Company, 1/23
Sunday, February 9, 2025 / NewsMarine Corps/DoD News

The Association's mission is "To be the premier support organization for the Marine Corps Reserve," and recently, we lived up to that mission in a big way, answering a unique call for assistance from "Carlos" Company, 1/23 out of Corpus Christi, TX.


Honoring Robert Middleton: A Lifetime of Dedication and Achievement

Honoring Robert Middleton: A Lifetime of Dedication and Achievement
Monday, January 6, 2025 / BlogNews

The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) proudly celebrates Robert Bernard Middleton II, our esteemed Treasurer, on receiving two monumental accolades: an Honorary Doctorate and the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Gold Medal Award from the White House.

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