Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Incorporated

Education - cgma fosters our clients' long-term financial well-being through supporting their educational endeavors. We make higher education possible through various initiatives including grants for books, fees, and other related expenses. Cgma provides tutoring services, financial counseling, stafford loan fee reimbursement as well as loans for education and professional development pursuits. $341,811 in interest-free loans is not accounted for in this line item.

Family and day-to-day support- cgma recognizes the burden coasties face moving frequently and between high-cost areas. Cgma provides loans and grants to support rental assistance, closing costs, security deposits, pcs/ moving incidentals, etc. Cgma supports unexpected medical and dental expenses, elder care, costs to support family members with special needs, respite care, and family building support. Cgma helps those indebted pay off bills responsibly. Cgma also supports funeral costs and pet expenses, among others. $2,530,063 in interest-free loans is not accounted for in this line item.