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Featured Military Association: Non Commissioned Officer Association

Greetings!

Wow! It’s hard to believe it’s already October! As we move into the Fall and Winter months, I hope we end this year on a very successful note. I want to thank Chapters and Life Members that recently made Donations to support NCOA Programs. Also, thank you, Magnum Force, Chapter 357, for the Donation to support the initial order of Korean War Medallions. We truly appreciate this kind of support to sustain and enhance our programs.

2022/2023 Membership Focus: Recruiting new members and retaining existing members will always be a priority. Our Goal will remain in signing up 1000 New Members. However, our focus will be on making as many people as possible aware of who we are, what we do, and why it is important to join a Military Service Organization like ours. Chapter Leaders, please host membership drives in your areas. In many cases, all it takes is taking the time to talk about our Association and then “just ask” the prospective member to join - try it.

NCOA Medallion Recognition Programs: WWII Legacy Medallion Program and Korean War Recognition Medallion Program. If you or a member wish to donate funds for a Medallion or get involved, please get in touch with me at jterry@ncoausa.org or visit our NCOA website for details on how to order. These Medallions were designed to recognize those who served during either or both of these Wars or a family member of someone who served.

NCOA Total Force Challenge Coin: The initial order for these Coins has been placed. The minimum Donation per Coin is $16. The Goal is for every member to have at least 1 Coin. Don’t get caught without your Coin!

New Affinity Partners/Resources: Welcome to our newest partners – Walden University, Waldorf University, Patriot Military Automobiles (Germany), Dell Computer, and Women Veterans Alliance. We will be announcing others very soon.

2023 Conference: Tentative date is 17-21 July 2023, with the location to be determined. I encourage Chapters to plan now, well in advance, to get more participation from your members. We will make a deliberate effort to encourage more active duty members not only to attend but also in planning and participation.

Here are some areas I ask you to consider supporting through your actions and financial support:

  • Membership Development Program and General support
  • WWII Legacy Medallion Program (Ongoing) - Minimum $15.00 donation per Medallion
  • Korean War Recognition Medallion Program - First Delivery expected this month. Minimum $23 Donation per Medallion
  • NCOA Total Force Challenge Coin - First delivery expected this month. Minimum Donation $16 per Coin

In addition, here are a few things I ask you to continue to support:

• As soon as a member joins, get them involved in the Association immediately.
• Reward/Recognize members and sponsors.
• Make it a habit to regularly visit our Social Media outlets, Website, Facebook, ADVOCATE, etc.
• Make it a goal to sign up at least one new member each month, “Just Ask”!
• Get involved with your local Chapter, reach out to your Chapter Leadership, and ask how you can help.

I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as your Executive Director. Thank you for your support in our Goal to be the Professional Military Service Organization of Choice! There is Strength in Unity™.


Joseph Terry
SGM, U.S. Army (Ret)
Executive Director
www.ncoausa.org