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Resource Guide

Area USCG Ombudsman

Coast Guard Ombudsman at Large - https://www.facebook.com/cgombudsmanatlarge 

Coast Guard Base National Capital Region
Jenna Hall - ombudsmanncr@gmail.com or 301-944-2867

Follow U.S. Coast Guard Base National Capital Region on Facebook for resources from our Ombudsman during the government shutdown.

Coast Guard Cyber Command
Jaime Johnson - ombudcgcc@gmail.com or 202-538-4549

USCG Station Washington
Jaime Billert - stawashingtonombudsman@gmail.com 

Financial Resources

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Fund (CGMA)
CGMA is here to support you! They are offering interest-free loans to Coast Guard members and their families. You are eligible to borrow up to your monthly BAH as needed. Learn more here - Shutdown Loan - Coast Guard Mutual Assistance.

Coast Guard Foundation
CGF is working closely with CGMA and USCG to provide support to our members. You can find out more about the resources and assistance they offer here - Coast Guard Foundation | Get Assistance

USAA
USAA offers interest-free loans for qualifying members equal to the amount of your net pay. Learn more here - Government Shutdown Program | USAA

Navy Federal Credit Union
Navy Federal offers the Paycheck Assistance Program to its qualifying members. You can learn more about how to enroll here- Government Shutdown Assistance | Navy Federal Credit Union

FirstCommand
First Command is offering interest-free loans for clients who qualify. To find out more here - Cover Federal Pay | First Command

Operation Homefront
Operation Homefront has a Critical Financial Assistance Program for eligible service members. You can learn more here - Critical Financial Assistance Program® - Operation Homefront

PennFed Credit Union
Qualifying PennFed members may be eligible for an interest-free loan equivalent to your current paycheck. For more information and eligibility requirements visit - Furlough Relief Assistance

Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund (FEEA)
The Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) is the only independent, nonprofit 501c3 organization devoted solely to providing emergency financial assistance and scholarships to our dedicated civilian federal and postal public servants and their families. Find more information on their website at feea.org 

Local Resources

JBAB Food Pantry
Located on Joint Based Anacostia Bolling, the Food Pantry is open to all military members and their families. The pantry is open on Tuesday and Thursdays from 10:00am - 2:00pm. To learn more and for updated hours and information visit their Facebook or Instagram pages.

Capital Area Food Bank
Capital Area Food Bank partners with several community organizations to assist in distributing food to those in need. They also host Community Marketplaces providing fresh produce to families. For dates and locations of upcoming Community Marketplaces visit Food Assistance through Community Markets | Capital Area Food Bank

Maryland Food Bank
Maryland Food Bank partners with pantries across the area to provide support to families. Visit Find Food Near Me | Maryland Food Bank to locate the pantry closest to you. 

Army Community Services - Fort Belvoir
The Fort Belvoir ACS offers several services, including a monthly Mobile Market. You can follow them on Facebook here for more information - https://www.facebook.com/share/17Hsjvu1MT/ 

Washington DC Department of Parks & Recreation
The DC DPR hosts weekly veggie giveaways at communal farms in the area. You can find more information on their website and below.  

Feeding America
Feeding America helps you find food banks local to you. They provide information on the hours of operation, location, and services. Click here for more information - Find Your Local Food Bank | Feeding America

Andrews Attic
Andrews Attic is a free thrift store offering donated items to E-6 and below families on JBA and the surrounding NCR area. Visit their Facebook page for more information - https://www.facebook.com/groups/113953313108/user/100066732565107/?__cft__[0]=AZXnXYyqNprzhowUJyDg15Ae_idQQRZZxQTDHaC6ZNYLgO4B2Bd3pnRLjej_i9KxUmA_3H4Ms-kMsChiwRPA2yPIGtSZAN6iom2Y2399AAa6_QXyOUNkoZpCoV_iO01tYqL_dpAjE1ROtIlM8xoLX-ob&__tn__=R]-R

211 Maryland
211 Maryland offers information on food pantries in the area and the services they provide. It also gives information on food assistance programs specific to the Maryland area. Visit their website for more information - Free Food Near Me | 211 Maryland

Federation of Virginia Food Banks
Federation of Virginia Food Banks is a great resource for food banks specific to the Virginia area. Click here for more information -https://vafoodbanks.org/find-assistance/ 

Fort Meade Spouses' Club Food Pantry
Open each Thursday from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Open to all ranks and status with a valid ID. Can be used twice per month.

Soldier's Angels
Soldier's Angels offers military and veteran food distribution programs in the D.C. area. For more information on this possible resource visit Washington DC | Register - Soldiers' Angels

Additional Resources

Military OneSource
Military OneSource offers a variety of services, including counseling support. You can find out more about their support services for the Coast Guard here - Coast Guard Information & Support | Military OneSource

Five & Thrive
Five & Thrives mission is to bring together military leaders, community partners and military families. Their website provides resources focused on childcare, education, healthcare, housing, and spouse employment. Learn more about Coast Guard specific resources here - Coast Guard – Five and Thrive

National Resource Directory
The NRD connects service members and their families to vetted resources and support. Click here to learn more - NationalResourceDirectory.gov

Progressive Insurance
Progressive Insurance is providing support to customers impacted by the government shutdown. Visit their website for more information - An Insurance Company You Can Rely On | Progressive.

Blue Star Families
Blue Star Families has created a resource center for those impacted by the shutdown. New information is being added as it comes available - Government Shutdown Resources | Blue Star Neighborhood

211
211 is a free, nationwide helpline that connects people to local community resources. By dialing 211 - or visiting 211.org - you can get connected to help with things like food, housing, utility assistance, mental health support, healthcare, and more. It's confidential, available in most areas 24/7, and designed to make finding help simple and accessible. 

Stronghold Food Pantry
Stronghold Food Pantry is focused on providing military families with care and dignity through providing good, resources, and necessities. They are able to offer support nationwide. Visit Support Overview | Stronghold for more information. 

FeedingAmerica
Feeding America provides a directory of food banks in your local area - Find Your Local Food Bank and Holiday Food Boxes | Feeding America.

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