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CALLING ALL MARINES - HELP REBUILD THE TUN TAVERN 

Tun Tavern Update

WE GOT THE LAND!!! That is correct, The Tun Tavern Legacy Foundation has secured the land. This was the biggest hurdle we were facing but that has been overcome and we are now finalizing the designs, and completing the zoning paperwork. All intentions are to break ground on 10 November 2024, with the grand opening on 10 November 2025! There is still much fund raising remaining to rebuild our beloved Tun Tavern. None of the previous attempts did this, they all failed. Read our latest update. We are now in a full court press to raise the last funds needed to purchase the land. This is where we need the help of EVERY Marine! We are requesting every Marine to make a one time $10 donation. Scan the QR code and you will be taken directly to The Tun CONTRIBUTION page. $10 is all we are asking. If every Marine donates $10, we can pay cash for the entire project. Please make that $10 donation!
 
Contact tavernkeeper@tuntavernphila.org or Ken.Hopper@usmcra.org with any questions.
 

Empowering Veteran-Owned Businesses: NVBDC Services Committee Launches Innovative Monthly Webinars

National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to announce another successful year of innovative monthly webinars.  These webinars are designed to foster collaboration between veteran business owners and supplier diversity professionals, providing crucial resources for growth and development. Led by John Taylor, the Services Committee aims to continue supporting veteran-owned businesses by providing educational resources to SD/VOBs and the ability for them to access, engage and interact with NVBDC Corporate Members through these informative series. Click here to read the full article.

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CFPB’s Office of Servicemember Affairs (OSA) works to help military families overcome unique financial challenges by providing educational resources, monitoring complaints, and working with other agencies to solve problems faced by servicemembers.

Combat-Injured Veterans Need Our Help NOW - Here's How

Bipartisan legislation designed to end an unfair pay offset for tens of thousands of combat-injured veterans has earned overwhelming support in the last two sessions of Congress. But for the 118th Congress to include the Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 1282/S. 344) in the next National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) – a move which would send a clear message of support to the all-volunteer force – advocates must overcome cost concerns. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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!

Marine Corps Reserve Association Life Membership Trust Earns $1,702.09 in 2nd Quarter

The Marine Corps Reserve Association Life Membership Trust received $ 1,702.09 in earnings during the second quarter of 2024. This is in contrast with $ 1,677.85 received during the corresponding quarter of 2023, an increase of $ 24.24. The projected total earnings total for 2024 is $ 6,634.15 compared to the total earnings of $ 6,075.57 for 2023. The market value of assets of the Trust as of the end of the day on 30 June 2024 was $ 195,022.16 compared to $ 155,840.38 at the end of 30 June 2023, an increase of $ 39,181.78. A total of $ 1,601.82 was received in Benefactor Dues this quarter.

Interested parties may make donations directly to the Trust. Make your check payable to: MCRA Life Membership Trust and mail to:

MCRA Life Membership Trust
Attn: LtCol Thomas M. Howlett USMCR(Ret)
1370 Fox River Drive
De Pere, WI 54115-2403

Questions about the Trust should be submitted to:

LtCol Thomas "LPM" Howlett USMCR(Ret)
Founder and Investment Manager
lpm.usmc@gmail.com

 

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updated 26 June 2024

 

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The deadline for filing a legal claim under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act is August 10th. If you are looking for assistance, contact MCRA’s entrusted law firm Baird Mandalas Brockstedt & Federico. Read this educational and informative article for answers to questions you may still have. To learn more click here.

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MARADMINS OF NOTE

1. MARADMIN 292/24. Subj: APPLICATION PROCESS FOR RESERVE OFFICERS APPLYING TO THE COLLEGE OF DISTANCE EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE AND EXPEDITIONARY WARFARE SCHOOL FUNDED WEEKEND SEMINAR PROGRAM WITH START DATES IN ACADEMIC YEAR 2025 click here.

2. MARADMIN 283/24. SUBJ: CHANGE 1 TO CONVENING OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 (FY25) RESERVE COMMAND SCREENING BOARD (RCSB) AND RESERVE SENIOR LEADER BOARD (RSLB) click here.

3. MARADMIN 282/24. SUBJ: JULY STAFF NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER (SNCO) PROMOTIONS FOR ACTIVE RESERVE (AR), SELECTED MARINE CORPS RESERVE (SMCR), AND INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE (IRR) AND AUGUST 2024 PLANNED SNCO PROMOTIONS FOR AR, SMCR, AND IRR click here

4. MARADMIN 274/24. SUBJ: UPDATE TO FY 2024 RESERVE (SMCR-IMA-IRR) STAFF NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER (SNCO) PROMOTION SELECTION BOARD 45 DAY MARADMIN . click here

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

       

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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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