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"Keeping America's Army Strong"


Why Do People Join AUSA?

AUSA is the only professional organization representing all components of the Army: Active Duty; National Guard; Army Reserve; Government Civilians; Retirees; ROTC Cadets, and defense industry members. AUSA is dedicated to keeping America’s Army strong. AUSA operates on two basic levels:

National level: Focused on the entire Army.

  • AUSA addresses Army issues in the Congress (the Army is prohibited from lobbying).
    • Led the campaign for the recently received military pay raise
    • Led the campaign to ensure that at least 3% of the GNP is spent on Defense
    • Led the campaign to end the "procurement holiday" and get serious about modernization.
  • AUSA sponsors the Institute of Land Warfare (ILW)
    • Provides an assortment of professional books directly related to the art of war.
    • Sponsors a series of forums around the world providing prominent speakers on military topics.
    • Sponsors special events with noted authors of military related books.
    • Provides a forum in which military professionals can discuss all matters of mutual interest.

Chapter level: Focused on soldiers and their dependents.  Examples of George Washington chapter activities:

  • Provides $15,000 annually in college scholarships
  • Provides soldier and NCO of the quarter/year awards to Army organizations
  • Provides funding for unit Fun Runs, Christmas Balls, Organization Day activities and other similar functions.
  • Supports the MDW Family Support Group Program.
  • Contributes to other organizations supporting the Army such as the Arlington Ladies (Arlington Cemetery), Junior ROTC, and others.
  • Conducts quarterly luncheon meetings featuring prominent speakers.
  • Sponsors an annual golf tournament (fund raiser for the scholarships).

Other Membership Benefits:

Insurance:

  • Lifeplan Term Insurance coverage up to $250,000 for members and their spouses.
  • Mastercare Health Insurance is a TRICARE supplement for active duty and retired members.
  • GEICO Direct Auto Insurance: Provides discounts of 8%-10% for qualified members in 40 states and the District of Columbia.

Eyecare:

  • Vision One Eyecare: 20%-60% discounts on eyewear.

Communications:

  • CompUSA: Discounts on hardware, software, accessories, and training.

AUSA Bankcard:

  • MBNA offers low APR interest and no annual fee.

Mutual Funds:

  • AFBA Five Star Fund offers four no-load funds to choose from.

Publications:

  • ARMY Magazine (monthly) including the Army Green Book every October
  • AUSA News every month
  • ILW reports, papers, and background briefs
  • Basecamp Briefs (quarterly) for GW Chapter members.