Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA)

Coast Guard members and families

CGMA provides interest-free loans, grants and financial counseling to Coast Guard members, retirees, civilians and families. Help can include emergency travel, PCS-related costs, and education programs.

How to use it

Contact your local CGMA representative through your unit or apply online.

Go to the official source

Last checked 2026-10. Rules and amounts change; your installation's finance, transportation or family center office has the final word.

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