Are IRR/ASL members eligible to receive Coast Guard Mutual Assistance?
Yes, CGMA is available to Active Duty, Retired Military and Coast Guard Reserve (SELRES and Standby Reserve-Active Status). Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) is a non-profit charitable organization established to provide financial aid to the entire Coast Guard family. While CGMA works closely with the U.S. Coast Guard, it is an independent corporation. Its mission is to promote the financial stability and general well being of Coast Guard people through interest-free loans, grants, and financial counseling. CGMA is Coast Guard people helping Coast Guard people! It is the only assistance organization truly dedicated to providing assistance solely to all members of the Coast Guard family. With few exceptions, anyone associated with the U.S. Coast Guard may seek help in one form or another from CGMA for themselves or on behalf of their immediate family members. ISL members are not entitled to Mutual Assistance. Remember, there are many benefits not listed here that you may be eligible
