The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) is an American

non-profit A nonprofit organization (NPO) or non-profit organisation, also known as a non-business entity, not-for-profit organization, or nonprofit institution, is a legal entity organized and operated for a collective, public or social benefit, in co ...

organization that was founded in 1904. The society was created "to provide, in partnership with the

Navy A navy, naval force, or maritime force is the branch of a nation's armed forces principally designated for naval warfare, naval and amphibious warfare; namely, lake-borne, riverine, littoral zone, littoral, or ocean-borne combat operations and ...

and

Marine Corps Marines, or naval infantry, are typically a military force trained to operate in littoral zones in support of naval operations. Historically, tasks undertaken by marines have included helping maintain discipline and order aboard the ship (refle ...

, financial, educational, and other assistance to members of the Naval Services of the United States, eligible family members, and survivors when in need; and to receive and manage funds to administer these programs." NMCRS makes interest-free loans to cover basic living expenses including utilities, housing and food. It also distributes funds for funeral costs, car repairs, insurance, medical bills, and other expenses. In 2020, the society helped more than 28,000 retired and active duty Marines and their families. In 2020, NMCRS launched an interest-free program to cover the cost of moving pets during a permanent change of station or move.

Fundraising

Every year during the month of March, the Department of the Navy hosts its annual Active Duty Fund Drive in support of the NMCRS.

References

External links

www.nmcrs.org
��Official web site Non-profit organizations based in Arlington, Virginia United States Navy support organizations Organizations established in 1904 Organizations associated with the United States Marine Corps {{USMC-stub