COAST GUARD FOUNDATION INC

Programs: Support to the united states coast guard at large:the coast guard foundation contributes to the united states coast guard by promoting the general welfare of those in the service. The foundation supports education, develops leadership potential and provides morale support to those who serve. The coast guard foundation works hand in hand with the coast guard's education grant program to supplement the tuition assistance program so enlisted personnel have access to funds for books, fees and supplies that might otherwise be out of reach. Coast guard foundation funds provide support for programs initiated on the unit level that are intended to improve morale and honor and value the coast guard members' service to the country. The coast guard foundation also provides funds for special capital projects identified by coast guard headquarters that provide support to larger coast guard communities.

support to the united states coast guard academy:the coast guard foundation provides margin of excellence funding that promotes athletics, sailing, academics and activities at the us coast guard academy to ensure a quality educational experience for its cadets. Initiatives include academic enrichment programs that bring well-known government figures to the academy to interact with cadets on an individual class-level and the cadet corps as a whole. Enrichment programs and equipment for the academic disciplines put the academy programs on a par with other prestigious colleges, universities and service academies. The coast guard foundation has collaborated with the academy to develop leadership skills through a quality waterfront program; by providing sail training vessels and coaching staff for cadets to develop seamanship skills that are second to none.

support to coast guard families:the coast guard foundation supports families of coast guard members in a variety of ways. Children and spouses of enlisted personnel receive scholarships for undergraduate education to make higher education more affordable and attainable. Through the fallen heroes fund families are supported during those difficult times when their coast guard member suffers a critical injury or loss of life in the line of duty. We are also committed to making sure the children of these fallen heroes are provided a free undergraduate college experience. In addition, the foundation works with the coast guard to provide upgrades to family housing such as safe playgrounds, recreation facilities, and swimming pools, especially in remote areas where there is little available within the communities.

public awareness:the coast guard foundation serves as a goodwill ambassador for the united states coast guard by making the public aware of how they are benefited by a strong coast guard. Through a public service announcement campaign online and on television, the coast guard foundation raised awareness for the dedication and bravery of the united states coast guard members serving our country. Receptions held on board the coast guard barque eagle allowed the foundation to promote the rich heritage of the historic ship and the coast guard's role in training coast guard cadets and officer candidates in sailing and seamanship. In honoring coast guard members at events around the country, the foundation showcased the everyday heroics of these devoted members of the service. Communication, in the form of newsletters, email messages and the web, inform coast guard foundation supporters of the foundation's programs and the role of the united states coast guard in our national story.