Marine Corps Aviation Association Incorporated

Scholarships & Donations: Every year, the Association gives a significant amount of revenue gained to active charities that are approved under IRS paragraph 501c3. To qualify for our philanthropy, charities must serve in one of a few areas: Academic scholarships for Marines or their families, financial assistance to Marine families in need, and support for wounded or disabled Marines, preferably in the aviation disciplines. In 2024, MCAA gave $284,863 in cash grants and $1,500 in non-cash support to charitable organizations.

Squadron Support: The Association is organized under a National Office and also has 24 regional squadrons located throughout the 50 United States. Each squadron is comprised of Association members that live in the vicinity of the squadron and will hold authorized, independent events as part of the incentive to have the organized squadron. Squadrons vary in size from a dozen members to a few hundred. Each squadron operates within the governance, policies, and procedures of the National office, but is required their own set of governance documents to ensure compliance with National office policies and procedures.

Publications & Outreach: The association reaches its members and prospective members through both printed and electronic means. Each year, the Association publishes four magazines for its members and attendees of the above-mentioned Convention. The association also uses electronic social media to advertise the Association and recruit membership, keep membership abreast of current Association events and plans for future events.