Chief Petty Officer Association

Elizabeth City Chapter, North Carolina

Purpose

The USCG CPOA is unique among service organizations in that it was created by the Chiefs, of the Chiefs, and for the Chiefs of the USCG.

Ever mindful of:

• the traditions, duties and purposes of the USCG,
• our duty to uphold and defend the constitution of the United States of America.
• our responsibility to assist and save distressed seaman and others,
• our responsibility in the enforcement of the laws of our Country, and

In believing that through association and mutual acquaintance, the Chief Petty Officers of the USCG may:

• best advance their professional abilities.
• enhance their value, loyalty and devotion to God, Country and Service in which they serve,
• promote its unity and morale, domestically and militarily, through responsible leadership,
• assist members and dependents in urgent need of assistance,
• assist in recruiting for the Coast Guard,
• support the aims and goals of the CPO Academy,
• assemble for social amenities,
• become involved in community affairs,
• promote social programs for those in need,
• keep informed of Coast Guard matters.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 What the CPOA Has to Offer

• A comprehensive insurance program which include: TRICARE/MEDICARE supplements, cancer, life, auto, homeowners, renters, dental, term life, etc.
• Automobile Insurance discounts through Government Employees Insurance Co. GEICO.
• The Captain Caliendo College Assistance Fund (CCCAF) to help enlisted family members with college costs.
• A magazine, "THE CHIEF", to keep you informed on what other Chiefs are doing and provide a forum for presenting ideas.
• Over fifty Chapters established in the continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.  Sharing with other Chiefs, through association and mutual acquaintance, our professional abilities, loyalty, and devotion to God, country and service, and promote unity and morale through responsible leadership.
• Affiliation with and sponsorship of the CPOA Auxiliary for family members, and the Coast Guard Enlisted Association (CGEA) for Coast Guard members E-6 and below.
• Representation with military and fraternal organizations through the National Executive Director which allows us to stay abreast of legislation that will affect our members.  The ED is a member of The Military Coalition and Council of Military Organizations (COMO).
• Join an exclusive fraternity of Chief Petty Officers: The United States Coast Guard Petty Officers Association.

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