Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
| Founded | 1904 |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-operating private foundation (IRS exemption status): 501(c)(3)[1] |
| Location | |
Area served | Global |
| Volunteers | 3,600+ |
| Website | nmcrs |
The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) is an American non-profit organization that was founded in 1904. The society was created "to provide, in partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps, 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."[2]
NMCRS is the oldest of the military aid societies.[3][4]
NMCRS makes interest-free loans to cover basic living expenses including utilities, housing and food.[5] It also distributes funds for funeral costs, car repairs, insurance, medical bills, and other expenses.[5] In 2020, the society helped more than 28,000 retired and active duty Sailors and Marines and their families.[5]
The NMCRS operates on a global scale, with a network of over 200 offices located on land and at sea. In 2024, they had a total of 213 locations, both onshore and afloat, operated by the NMCRS.[6][7]
In 2020, NMCRS launched an interest-free program to cover the cost of moving pets during a permanent change of station or move.[8]
In the year 2024, the NMCRS celebrated its 120th anniversary. Since its founding in 1904, the organization has distributed over $2 billion in financial assistance to more than 5 million active-duty and retired Sailors, Marines, and their families.[9][10]
In 2024, NMCRS reported total revenue of $30,153,450, total expenses of $38,487,135, and total assets of $188,138,491.[11][12]
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.[13][14][15]
NMCRS participates in the joint #missionGIVE Giving Tuesday campaign with the other military relief societies. Military Times reported that the prior year's Giving Tuesday campaign raised more than $270,000 in donations and that Lockheed Martin contributed $1 million. In addition, it was reported that Lockheed would match donations up to $1 million in 2024.[3][16]
References
- ^ FoundationCenter.org Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, accessed 2013-04-08
- ^ Military.com (2017-10-31). "Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society". Military.com. Retrieved 2021-09-06.
- ^ a b Jowers, Karen (2024-12-03). "Military aid societies seek crucial funds for troops on Giving Tuesday". Military Times. Retrieved 2026-02-02.
- ^ Jowers, Karen (2023-11-27). "Military aid societies battle for bragging rights on Giving Tuesday". Military Times. Retrieved 2026-02-02.
- ^ a b c Ress, Dave (7 April 2021). "Relief Society offers a helping hand to sailors, Marines in need". dailypress.com. Retrieved 2021-09-06.
- ^ "June2025 News From Our Partners: Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society: Programs and Services". www.dfas.mil. Archived from the original on 2025-12-18. Retrieved 2026-02-02.
- ^ "FUNDRAISING AND SOLICITATION IN SUPPORT OF NAVY MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY". mynavyhr.navy.mil. Retrieved 2026-02-02.
- ^ Jowers, Karen (2021-05-14). "It's costing more for troops moving pets overseas. Here's some help". Military Times. Retrieved 2021-09-06.
- ^ "Wayback Machine". www.mynavyhr.navy.mil. Archived from the original on 2025-03-15. Retrieved 2026-02-02.
{{cite web}}: Cite uses generic title (help) - ^ "About Us - Financial, Educational, and Need-Based Assistance". NMCRS (en-US). Retrieved 2026-02-02.
- ^ "Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax" (PDF) (pdf). Retrieved 2026-02-02.
- ^ Roberts, Andrea Suozzo, Alec Glassford, Ash Ngu, Brandon (2013-05-09). "Navy Marine Corps Relief Society - Nonprofit Explorer". ProPublica. Retrieved 2026-02-02.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ Writer, Staff. "It's that giving time of year at NMCRS". The Florida Times-Union. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ "2020 ACTIVE DUTY FUND DRIVE IN SUPPORT OF THE NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY". www.navy.mil. Retrieved 2021-09-06.
- ^ "Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Kicks Off Active Duty Fund Drive". marines.mil. 9 April 2024. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
- ^ "This GivingTuesday, one campaign aims to turn generosity into a lifeline for military families". Federal News Network. 2025-12-02. Retrieved 2026-02-02.
External links
- www.nmcrs.org—Official web site