Our Mission...

 

The National Guard Association of Washington was incorporated in 1891 as a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the welfare and interests of the National Guard. Today, well over a century later, the NGAW has the same mission. The organization's primary focus continues to be petitioning Congress for the resources needed to obtain better equipment, standardized training and, ultimately, a more combat ready force.

 

We Are Your Voice...

   

Without your membership, our voice is diminished at both the State and National level. We urgently need your help and support.

 Please join the National Guard Associations and keep our Guard strong!

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National Guard

License Plates

The Washington Department of Licensing issues license plates to eligible veterans, military and family members.

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Everyone is welcome to attend a NGAW Board of Director's meeting

The NGAW Board meets at 5:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month in the AGO Conference Room, Building #1

Camp Murray


Remember the Minuteman Emergency

Assistance Fund during the this time of the year!

 

Waving Flag #3

 

Click Here to make a tax deductible donation.

 


 

 

     UPCOMING EVENTS or HAPPENINGS

 NGAW 2013 Conference

April 19-21, 2013

at Suncadia.

 

Thank you to all the attendees and sponsors at the NGAW 2013 Conference.


This year's auction at the NGAW State Conference raised over $10,000 to benefit the Minuteman Fund! Thank you to all of you who participated, and a special thanks to this year's donors:

Adriatic Grill
Trisha and Kent Almond
Anytime Fitness
Robin Blanchard
Jim Bridgman
Broadway Center for the Performing Arts
Elizabeth Cervantes
The Davenport Hotel
Hands On Children’s Museum
Kadi Hinz
Hotel Murano Tacoma
Kelli's Kakes
Lake Spanaway Golf Course
Allan Lawson
LeMay America's Car Museum
Cathleen LoCÍcero
Gary Lyscio
Metro Parks
Mike Monahan
Nisqually Red Wind Casino
The Ribbon Works
Richard Weatherly
Ronn Lucas
Sharp Shooting Indoor Range and Gun Shop
Bill and Nancy Siems
Tugboat Annies
 


 

2013 NGAW Spring

Legislative Report

 

 NGAW in cooperation with the Washington Military Department Legislative Committee worked diligently to support legislation that supports and benefits the soldiers and airmen of the National Guard.  Your NGAW Executive Director and our contract lobbyist met with state representatives and senators to discuss the vital role the National Guard plays in protecting the citizens of our state and the need to provide support in the form of increased educational and employment opportunities.

 

The bills listed have been signed into law by Governor Inslee:

 

SHB 1537 – Veterans Preference- Provides a 10 point veteran’s preference for ex-military that retire from service when applying for state government jobs.

SB 5144 – K-12 Campus Access – Allows military recruiters access to school campuses.

SB 5343 – Higher Ed/Military – It protects members who are higher education students when they participate in training or other missions that are less than 30 days in length.

SB 5797 – Specialty Courts – select criminal cases where agencies coordinate together to provide treatment for a defendant (military personnel) who has particular needs.

 

NGAW continues to also work at the Federal level collaborating with NGAUS and EANGUS. We have spent many hours tracking the potential impact of proposed budget cuts and reduced funding through Sequestration. We weighed in most heavily on the exemption of technician furloughs.

 

A major mission of NGAW is to advocate on state and federal issues that improve the quality of life for the National Guard. We invite you to become involved in our grassroots advocacy program, together speaking with one voice we will be heard in Olympia.


Recent Notices:

 

TAG Presents Distinguished Service Medal to Secretary of State Sam Reed in recognition of his support to the Washington National Guard on January 7, 2013.

 

 

 

 

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The National Guard Association of Washington (NGAW) is the State Association of the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) and the Enlisted Association of the United States (EANGUS).  NGAW advocates for Washington National Guard members and families at the state level and NGAUS/EANGUS advocate for all Guard members and families at the national level.  There have been many association accomplishments/initiatives at both the state and national level.

 

Click Here to review our accomplishments


NGAW Board of Directors

Please welcome your new NGAW Board of Directors:

 

President (2 Year Term)
Trish Almond

Vice President (2 Year Term)
Kristen Derda

Treasurer (2 Year Term)
Beth Cervantes

Chairperson Enlisted Guild (2 Year Term)
Zach Geroux

Chairperson Officer Guild (1 Year Term)
Eric Seeb

Officer Board of Directors
Timothy Gorden - 2 year
Lucas Whitehall - 1 year
Chris Blanco - 2 year

Enlisted Board of Directors (2 Year Term)
James Heaney
Wayne Parker

Retiree/State Guard Board of Directors (2 Year Term)
Robert Sweeney
 

Board meetings are the first Thursday of every month in Building 1, AGO Conference room at 1700.

 

All NGAW members are welcome to attend.

 


2013 Scholarship Awards

 

$1,000 Lowenberg Scholarship
Raphael Denman

$900 Blanchard Scholarship
Jade Wong

$750 Scholarship
Allegra Antwine

$500 Scholarships
Richard Cardenas
Amber Core
Ryc Cry
Cinthya Garbay
Andrew Kent
Todd Miller
Charles Terrell


Thanks for the Memories
1940s Era Dance/USO Style
Friday, July 19, 2013 7 - 10 pm
Museum of History & Industry

 

The USO Northwest is going back to our roots! During World War II USO’s all over the globe would hold free dances for service members, allowing them to mingle with the community who were there to show how much they supported the military.

 The free 1940s themed dance is for those 18 years old and over.
 Two no-host cash bars.
 The big band Route 66, and the USO Dance Troupe will be performing all evening.
 1940s-era costumes are encouraged!
 For our military guests, we ask you wear your uniform.
 Food trucks outside MOHAI with food to purchase.
 Free cupcakes and punch will be inside.
 Swing lessons will be offered from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
 Raffles

 

Click Here for event flyer/information


Charles Dick Medal of Merit award was presented to Senator Patty Murray and Governor Chris Gregoire for their continued support of the Washington National Guard.

 

July 3, 2012

 

    

    

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Click Here for additional photos of the event

 National Annual Conferences

 

 

135th NGAUS General Conference

September 20-23, 2013

Honolulu, Hawaii

 

Click Here for more information-NGAUS Conference

 

Click Here for the NGAUS Registration Form

 

The deadline for  NGAUS conference and hotel registration is July 10, 2013.

 


 

 

42nd EANGUS National Conference

August 18-21, 2013

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

 

Click Here for more information-EANGUS Conference

 

Click Here for EANGUS Registration Form

 

The deadline for EANGUS conference registration is July 1, 2013.

 


This month's Featured Sponsors

 

 

 

Thank You!


NGAUS Hawaii
September 20-23, 2013
Honolulu, Hawaii

Dear Friends:

You are just about five months away from PARADISE!
We are looking forward to welcoming you and our fellow guardsmen and women for NGAUS 2013.
We have some very exciting updates. Please let us know if you have any questions.


Mahalo,

K. Mark Takai
President, Hawaii National Guard Association

 

 

 

YouTube Video

Here's the link to the Hawaii video that was shown at Reno and again at NGEDA.
Here's the link: NGAUS Hawaii Video.

 

 

 

Travel Discounts

Here's the link to our special travel packages website. You can book your airfare to and from the U.S. Mainland, or you can book pre- or post-trips to the Neighbor Islands.
Here's the link: Travel Discounts Website.

 

 

 

Official Website

The NGAUS website is where all the official information is posted, including the most updated agenda.
Here's the link: Official NGAUS Hawaii Website.

 
 
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