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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.

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Lending their Voices to The Tun Rebuild

“The Tun just represents the beginning, and every story has to have a beginning,” said Major General James E. Livingston, USMC (Ret.), in a new video that shares the history of the historic Tun and the mission of The Tun Legacy Foundation.

Marines, Freemasons, and board members of The Tun Legacy Foundation describe what rebuilding The Tun means in the three-minute video, which debuted during the 250th Marine Corps birthday celebration in Philadelphia.

It will be a key marketing tool used by The Tun Legacy Foundation during presentations and programs, for fundraising outreach, and social media engagement. 

National Defense Authorization Act

The proposed fiscal 2026 National Defense Authorization Act makes several changes to Defense Department personnel policy, including a 3.8% across-the-board military pay raise consistent with the Trump administration’s proposed budget request, as well as personnel policy alterations designed to improve troops’ quality of life. It also allows expecting parents to use their parental leave within two years after the birth or adoption of a child and aims to make improvements to military and family housing.

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) provides authorization of appropriations for the Department of Defense (DOD), nuclear weapons programs of the Department of Energy, and other defense-related activities. In addition to serving as an authorization of appropriations, the NDAA establishes defense policies and restrictions, and addresses organizational administrative matters related to the DOD. Unlike an appropriations bill, the NDAA does not provide budget authority for government activities. Nevertheless, historically it has provided a fairly reliable indicator of congressional sentiment on subsequent appropriations for particular programs.

The NDAA is an annual bill that lets Congress set guidelines for defense policy. Though funding for the U.S. military must be approved through appropriation bills, Congress uses the NDAA to establish defense priorities, make organizational changes to military agencies, and provide guidance on how funding should be used.

Some of the highlights of the proposed NDAA include:

- Restablishment and Expansion of Women's Initiative Teams
- Improved Transition Assistance
- Dependent Transition Assistance
- Deployment-Related Support

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The 1775 Club Update 

The Tun® 1775 Club has enlisted nearly 3,200 members. Help us rebuild The Tun® by sharing news of The Tun® 1775 Club with your family, friends and social networks. Click here to join.

Help Fund The Tun® - Enlist in the 1775 Club: Members of the 1775 Club support the mission to rebuild The Tun® for future generations. With membership you will receive great benefits, including a t-shirt, framed certificate, and a numbered coin. Additionally, members will receive exclusive benefits at all future events.

How it Works: For $17.75 per month for one year only (or a one-time payment of $213), you will be a lifetime member of The Tun® 1775 Club and help us get The Tun done.

Memorial Day 2025

I CAME HOME
One came home to tears of Joy
One came Home to tears of sorrow

One had a parade with cheers of Joy and Relief
One had a Procession with tears of Grief and Suffering

One felt the warm embrace of their Loved Ones
One had feelings of loss, broken dreams and loneliness

One made plans for their future lives together
One had lost dreams and fear for their future

Why did I come home when so many did not?
Those of us who served in Combat and came home have
feelings of guilt for those who will never come home

SgtMaj Joseph A Staudt
Memorial Day 2025

Predictable Budgets, Readiness, Recapitalization Top Priorities for Reserve Components

Modernizing equipment, improving readiness and securing predictable funding for the next fight remain top priorities for the reserve components of the U.S. military, senior leaders told lawmakers yesterday.

"I thank the subcommittee for its continued support, especially through the National Guard and Reserve Equipment Account," LtGen Anderson said "For the Marine Corps Reserve, NGREA is not just a funding line, it's a warfighting requirement. These funds allow us to field and sustain the platforms, communication systems and equipment that Marines need to train as they fight. READ FULL STORY    To view his opening remarks, click here.

House Armed Services Committee Testimony on Marine Corps Readiness

As part of his written testimony before the House Armed Services Committee on May 6, 2025, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Christopher J. Mahoney reaffirmed the Marine Corps Reserve’s role as a combat-ready, integral part of the Total Force.

As the Marine Corps modernizes and operational tempo increases, the Marine Corps Reserve Component remains an integral part of the total Force. Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) has increasingly activated units to provide operational relief to the Active Component (AC). In FY24, support to the AC nearly doubled over FY23 with 600 activations supporting joint force commanders in Southwest Asia, South America, Africa, Europe, and the Pacific. In FY25, activations will more than double FY24 levels, with nearly 1,500 Reserve Marines, approximately 4% of the Reserve Component (RC), activating to support Global Force Management commitments.  read here.

National Military Family Association's Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship Application

The National Military Family Association is the leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening and protecting military families. The mission of this scholarship program is to help prepare military spouses for meaningful employment and to better contribute to their family’s financial security. The second batch of scholarship checks are stamped and ready to mail to 77 hard-working military spouses! We are thrilled to be able to award almost $80,000 in donor-funded scholarships for the fall semester!

Could you use a scholarship? Applications are open through June 30, apply here.

Calling All Members! Be Part of MCRA History: Centennial Oral History Project!

Get ready to make history! As the Marine Corps Reserve Association approaches its monumental 100th Anniversary on November 10, 2026, we're embarking on a special project to commemorate this incredible milestone: an "Oral History" book, created in partnership with Publishing Concepts!

Imagine your stories, your experiences, and your memories as a member of the MCRRA preserved for generations to come. This commemorative book will be a tapestry woven from the personal narratives of our dedicated members, offering a unique and intimate look at the Association's century of service and camaraderie. CLICK HERE to learn more about the project.

 

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!

MCRA BY LAWS, effective Oct 2023

To read the current MCRA By-Laws, members should click here.

 

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MARADMINS OF NOTE

1. UPDATE TO THE ARMED FORCES CLASSIFICATION TEST RETEST REQUEST PROCESS MARADMIN 250/25

2. IMPLEMENTING POLICY ON PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND READINESS VOLUNTARY SEPARATIONS MARADMIN 239/25

3. RESULTS OF THE FY25 4TH MARINE AIRCRAFT WING (MAW) ADVERSARY SQUADRON PILOT (ASP) SELECTION BOARD MARADMIN 238/25

4. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RESERVE SERGEANTS MAJOR SLATE FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2025/2026   MARADMIN 230/25 

5. NONCOMPETITIVE CORPORAL TO SERGEANT RECRUITER PROMOTIONS FOR THE MARINE CORPS RESERVE COMPONENT MARADMIN: 229/25   

 

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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NEW MEMBER JOB PORTAL
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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