The Marine Corps Association is the professional organization of the United States Marine Corps, founded more than 100 years ago by General John A. Lejeune. A member based organization, The Marine Corps Association is dedicated to professional development, recognition of excellence, and building awareness of the rich traditions, history and esprit of the United States Marine Corps. We accomplish this in a variety of ways including providing two iconic publications, the Marine Corps Gazette and Leatherneck Magazine of the Marines, and by hosting professional dinners and award ceremonies for Marines and friends of the Corps.
Marine Corps Association Memberships
Premium Membership
With a Premium Membership, you receive full access to everything MCA offers —including options for both print and digital issues of Leatherneck and The Marine Corps Gazette, our complete library of professional development resources, and discounted admission to MCA events across the Corps. Premium members are also eligible for exclusive group insurance benefits tailored to the military community.
Associate Membership
A limited membership, the Associate Membership includes access to select MCA programs, podcasts, and a limited collection of digital articles from Leatherneck and The Marine Corps Gazette. Members also qualify for our exclusive group insurance offerings.
Active / Reserve Membership
As part of our Total Force Program, Active Duty and Reserve Marines receive a complimentary Premium membership. This includes digital access to Leatherneck and The Marine Corps Gazette, plus over a century of archives for research and study. Members also gain unlimited access to MCA’s robust library of professional development tools and resources.
Military Spouse Membership
This complimentary membership is for spouses of Active Duty or Reserve service members. This membership includes access to MCA Spouse and Family resources through Behind the Camouflage, digital access to Leatherneck and The Marine Corps Gazette, and professional development resources that provide a range of tools to support growth, development, and education.
Unit Subscription
Complimentary subscriptions to Leatherneck and The Marine Corps Gazette, exclusively for USMC Units.