 Can you believe we are already in the last quarter of 2025? Our Association has experienced tremendous growth and change this year, and I want to take a moment to thank each of you for the role you have played in that progress. A special thanks goes to all the members who supported our Annual Golf Tournament in San Antonio — job well done! I would also like to recognize the Colorado Air Academy Chapter for stepping up to accept my challenge and support this year’s TAPS Stomp the Hill. The chapter members, including our Grand Knight Sir Scott L. Ytzen, NCOA Board Member Ashley R. Gardner, and her mother, made a lasting impression on TAPS leadership and the more than 150 Gold Star family members in attendance. Our Director of Government Affairs, Mr. Levi Sadi, set the stage for NCOA’s future engagement with TAPS by delivering clear, impactful legislative insights in the halls of Congress. I encourage more chapters to join us next year for this meaningful event and to gain valuable person-to-person legislative experience. As we enter the final quarter of the year, I ask that you keep the well-being of your chapter members in mind. With our nation currently facing a government shutdown, checking in on one another is vital — not only for our membership but also for the communities we serve. Finally, I have had the distinct honor of presenting several of our Medallions while at sea. Each time, I am reminded of the deep pride and joy that comes with recognizing the service of our Active Duty members and Veterans. This tradition continues to embody the heart of the NCOA. Please take some time to review the TAPS Legislative Priorities for the 119th Congress at taps.org/advocacy. Change comes when you take the time to write your congressional leader and ask for their support in these important Legislative future bills. Thank you for all you do to keep our Association strong and united. Respectfully, Garry McClure Force Master Chief (RET), USN President, Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA) [email protected]  Together with the Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), the University of Phoenix has announced Sherwin E. Gloston, a U.S. Navy veteran who served as petty officer third class, as the recipient of the inaugural full-tuition scholarship for a bachelor’s or master’s degree program.
The University of Phoenix Non Commissioned Officers Association scholarship aims to recognize military service commitment and provide opportunities for service members to further their education goals while highlighting veterans' resilience.  The NCOA Columbia Southern Learning Partner Scholarship was established in 2023 and will be given annually to a current member of the Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA). This scholarship was developed in partnership between NCOA and Columbia Southern University to provide educational opportunities and to give back to those who give so much. This scholarship covers tuition up to 60 semester hours, or the first credential obtained [associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree]. The scholarship application period will open on 01/02. Applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. on 05/03. The selection process will complete on 06/07. Applications will be evaluated exclusively by executive staff members of Columbia Southern University and verified via NCOA. Notification of selection will be made to the awardee within 7 business days upon completion of the selection process and verification by all parties that the awardee is eligible to receive the scholarship.  The NCOA is excited to announce a partnership with Firearms Legal Protection (FLP) as its exclusive partner for self-defense legal protection.
Would you use your firearm or a legal weapon to defend yourself – or others? According to a report by the Brennan Center for Justice, approximately 80 percent of criminal defendants in the US cannot afford a private attorney. Oct 27, 2023 The physical fight is sadly only the first fight. We provide the best self-defense attorneys available to protect your freedom and your financial security. The cost for not being prepared can quickly climb into the tens or hundreds of thousands. Our motto is simple: “Protect Yourself – We’ll Protect You”.
Go to Benefit!  Waldorf University is offering NCOA members and their family members exclusive discounts that include:
 Stars and Stripes provides independent news and information to the U.S. military community, including active-duty service members, DoD civilians, veterans, contractors, and their families. Unique among Department of Defense authorized news outlets, Stars and Stripes is governed by the principles of the First Amendment, keeping it free from censorship or interference.
First appearing during the Civil War, Stars and Stripes has published continuously since WWII, serving the military community by reporting on the news that matters most to them. Best known for the daily printed paper delivered to service members serving in remote and sometimes dangerous areas, Stars and Stripes is also available online at Stripes.com, updated 24/7 by our news bureaus around the world. Stars and Stripes is proud to be working with the Non Commissioned Officers Association. In honor of their important mission and to thank their volunteers, we’re offering a 50% discount on Annual subscriptions to Stripes.com Digital Access. Use the code NCOA50. Direct link for subscription code: https://www.stripes.com/?view=select&coupon_code=NCOA50  FightCamp is a connected at-home boxing gym. With FightCamp you get access to world-class boxing and kickboxing trainers, premium equipment, and performance-tracking technology - all from the comfort of your home. The ever-growing library of boxing, kickboxing, strength and conditioning and recovery workouts is designed to keep you engaged, focused, and in the zone. Take your game to the next level with punch tracking technology that calculates the speed and intensity of every strike. Get real time stats and fuel your competitive side. At FightCamp we don't just box to get fit, we box to improve our lives. FightCamp is designed to help you develop confidence and strength - both mentally and physically. Fighting is the original spectator sport that is fun to watch and even more fun to do. FightCamp combines skill-building with an addicting experience designed to make you have fun while you sweat. NCOA Members receive a 20% discount on any FightCamp equipment package. Go to Benefit.  Funeralwise Preneed Services
Veteran Service Program At Funeralwise Preneed Services, we understand that discussing our final arrangements can be an uncomfortable and sensitive topic for many. But the fact is, someone will have to make these decisions at some point. Our choices are simple. We can avoid and ignore these decisions and force our loved ones to address this issue on one of the worst days of their lives, or we can remove this burden as our final act of love towards those we care about. At Funeralwise Preneed Services, our goal is to help individuals ensure their final wishes are fully honored, while at the same time removing the significant emotional, financial, and legal burdens survivors often face with the passing of a loved one. And for NCOA members, we want to ensure that your service and sacrifice are truly honored by helping you fully utilize your Veteran Death Benefits. Funeral Pre-Planning not only provides significant cost savings by locking in your price and removing the risk of emotional over-spending by your loved ones, but it also gives you peace of mind knowing that you have provided those you love with the opportunity to celebrate your life in a meaningful and profound way. For more information, please click here. PETTABLE has announced a new scholarship for military veterans struggling with student debt and mental health issues. They are awarding $5,000 through their Pettable Vet Student Debt Grant, as well as free emotional support animal consultation through a licensed mental health professional to a deserving veteran.
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