MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII – On October 30, 2025, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment hosted a professional development seminar focused on translating historical lessons into actionable items for the regiment’s future. The seminar was led by 3rd MLR’s commanding officer, Col. Gabriel L. Diana, featured naval historian Trent Hone, and was sponsored by the Marine Corps…

Quantico, VA – Combat Development and Integration, Headquarters, Marine Corps presented the 2025 Expeditionary Warfare Excellence Awards to two Marines and two sailors at a dinner hosted by the Marine Corps Association Aug. 27.The awards recognize those whose exceptional performance while serving in an expeditionary warfare assignment have significantly influenced the future of naval expeditionary…

QUANTICO, VA. (Sept. 16, 2025) – The Marine Corps Association, in partnership with Naval Health Clinic Quantico and MCCS Behavioral Health, hosted the 2025 Mental Health Symposium on September 4 at Marine Corps Base Quantico. Titled “I Don’t Want to Talk About It: Leadership Edition,” the event brought together Marines, mental health professionals, educators, spouses and…

QUANTICO, Va. (Aug. 13, 2025) — On August 7, the Marine Corps Association hosted the 2025 Training and Education Awards Dinner, honoring outstanding Marines and civilians who shape the force through exceptional instruction and leadership across the Marine Corps’ educational institutions.  Held in partnership with Training and Education Command, the event recognized 13 award recipients…

QUANTICO, VA. (July 23, 2025) — On July 21, 2025, the Marine Corps Association Foundation hosted its 7th Annual Golf for the Marines Tournament at Creighton Farms in Aldie, Virginia. The event raised nearly $30,000 to support vital programs that benefit active-duty Marines and their families, marking another successful year of community-driven impact. This tournament…

QUANTICO, VA. (July 11, 2025) — The Marine Corps Association hosted the annual United States Marine Corps’ Manpower & Reserve Affairs (M&RA) Awards Dinner in Alexandria, Virginia. The purpose of the event was to recognize 10active-duty Marines and offices, three civilians, two reserve Marines and one unit that provided essential manpower and administrative support during 2024. …

Quantico, VA, Jun 28, 2024: The Marine Corps Association released its first video series and feature length film on the Battle of First Manassas. The project, part of the Association’s professional military education initiative, completed the production to augment one of a number of battle studies offered by the non-profit organization for use by Marines…

Quantico, VA, Jun 10, 2024: The Marine Corps Association, in conjunction with III Marine Expeditionary Force hosted a Professional Leadership Conference on Risk Mitigation, on June 3, 2024, at Marine Corps Base Butler, Okinawa Japan.   The conference highlighted the importance of rigorous planning, risk assessment, and clear communication to ensure the well-being of personnel and…

Quantico, VA, May 10, 2024: Today the Marine Corps Association proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking initiative, the “Behind the Camouflage” campaign, dedicated to empowering and supporting Marine Corps spouses and families. Timed to coincide with Military Spouse Appreciation Day, this campaign marks a significant step in recognizing the invaluable contributions and sacrifices of…

Alexandria, VA Mar 25, 2024: On 22 March 2024, Gunnery Sergeant Bradley J. Schwartz of Bowman, North Dakota was awarded the Financial Management Resource Analyst Staff Non-Commissioned Officer of the year at a ceremony hosted by the Marine Corps Association for the United States Marine Corps Deputy Commandant for Programs and Resources during an award…