1. Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the U.S.
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Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the U.S.
EANGUS is your professional association. It’s the only association that has as its focus the enlisted men and women of the Army and Air National Guard. It has no divided loyalties. The Chiefs of Staff of the Army and Air Force have encouraged members to belong to professional associations. EANGUS should be your association of choice.

2. Who We Are Largest enlisted reserve component association
Organized in SD in 1970 by Senior NCOs; incorporated in MS in 1972
Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia
Our mission is to give a voice on Capitol Hill for Enlisted National Guard men and women, their families, and retirees
Longstanding member of
The Military Coalition
EANGUS was started in 1970 by a group of senior noncommissioned officers who met in South Dakota and decided to put together an organization to represent the interests and concerns of the National Guard enlisted force on Capitol Hill and in each state. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia with a small full-time staff, EANGUS has state associations or chapters in every state and territory, as well as one that represents those at NGB.

3. Organizational Structure
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Past President
Executive Director
Parliamentarian
Sergeant at Arms
Chaplain
Historian
Memorial Book Chairman
State Presidents
Area Chairmen
Area Directors
This slide shows the officers of the organization, and the committees that make the organization work. The officers of EANGUS can be found on our web site. The President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer are elected to two year terms.

4. Committees Air National Guard Army National Guard Awards Building Fund
By-Laws
Conference Coordinator
Continuity and Retiree Affairs
Credentials and Rules
Distinguished Guests
Emergency Relief Fund
Finance
Junior Enlisted
Legislation
Membership
Nominations
Publications
Public Relations
Resolutions
Scholarships
Strategic Planning & Oversight
Time & Place
Veterans Against Drugs
Ways & Means
“We Care For America” Foundation

5. President’s Message Dear EANGUS Member:
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you on behalf of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) for your interest in becoming an annual member of the association.
For over 36 years, EANGUS has worked hard to be the leader on issues that affect the enlisted men and women of the National Guard, their families and retirees.
Your commitment to the association is evident by joining its elite ranks. Your support of the mission of EANGUS is greatly appreciated. I want to assure you that EANGUS has also made a commitment to YOU. Our commitment is to provide benefits to enhance the quality of life of enlisted National Guard members, retirees and their families for their lifetimes.
Again, thank you for believing in what we do.
Respectfully,
CMSgt. (Ret) John Harris
Our elected presidents come from the membership, and have served our association with dignity and distinction.

6. EANGUS Auxiliary Supports EANGUS: Must be a spouse of an EANGUS member
Especially in grassroots legislative work
By providing support and fellowship among National Guard families
Must be a spouse of an EANGUS member
Holds annual conference in conjunction with EANGUS
“Side by side, we stand with pride.”
Judy Wood
EANGUS Auxiliary
President
Our Auxiliary is no less important, standing side by side with EANGUS members in fighting for benefits and privileges.

7. Auxiliary Organizational Structure & Committees
Officers & Appointees
Committees
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Past President
Sergeant at Arms
Chaplain
Historian
Webmaster
Area Directors
Awards
Constitution
Distinguished Guests
Family Affairs
Fundraising
Legislative/Philanthropic
Membership
Nominations
Public Relations
Resolutions
Scholarships
Ways & Means (Silent Auctions)
The Auxiliary is made up of the spouses and significant others of members of EANGUS. They stand “side by side” with EANGUS. This slide shows the officers of the Auxiliary, and the committees that make the Auxiliary work. The officers can be found on our web site.

8. EANGUS National Office
National Headquarters
3133 Mount Vernon
Alexandria, Virginia
10 minutes to National Guard Bureau
10 minutes to Pentagon
15 minutes to Capitol Hill
EANGUS National headquarters is located in the Del Ray area of Alexandria, Virginia. The building is 4 stories tall with no elevator. The building was dedicated on March 11, 2003, at which time EANGUS moved from its offices in Old Town Alexandria. NGB offices are about 10 minutes north of the building, and Capitol Hill is a short 15 minute drive (depending on traffic).

9. Director of Operations Director of Government Affairs
National Office Staff
Bryan Birch
Acting Exec. Director
Joan Gardiner
Director of Operations
Cheryl Garner
Comptroller
Ulysses Pratt
Member Services
Our National Office consists of 6 full-time staff and 2 part-time.
Scott Bousum
Legislative Director
Daniel Elkins
Director of Government Affairs
Steve Fink
Director of
Business Development
Lavonia Banks
Admin Assistant

10. Senior Leader Involvement
Our senior enlisted leadership in the National Guard actively supports EANGUS. Will you?
CMSgt Mitchell Brush
Senior Enlisted Leader
National Guard Bureau
Life Member
CCM James Hotaling
Command Chief
Air National Guard
Life Member
CSM Brunk Conley
Command Sergeant Major
Army National Guard
Life Member

11. Events Legislative Workshop Annual National Conference February 2016
Washington, DC
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Annual National Conference
August 21-24, 2016
New Orleans, Louisiana
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EANGUS hosts an annual conference and various events throughout the year. Check our website to see upcoming events.

12. The Military Coalition
Formed to work on compensation and benefits issues for service members, veterans, and their families
Speaks with one powerful voice to lawmakers
35 member associations, representing almost 6 million members
EANGUS fully participates with TMC
EANGUS has been a long time member of The Military Coalition (TMC). TMC is an collaboration of 32 military service and veterans service organizations, united in one effort—to influence Capitol Hill on behalf of military members, their families, veterans, and retirees. Influence on Capitol Hill is all about the number of members that are represented, and TMC represents over 5.5 million members (voters). EANGUS is represented on almost all of the subcommittees in TMC.

13. Legislative Goals
Each year, EANGUS works with legislative issues to benefit National Guard members
Legislative goals come from the membership
See the Point Papers on our website for more details
Each year, legislative goals are set by the membership of EANGUS. These goals are the marching orders for the National Office. The goals come from the members in state associations, through the Area Legislative committees, to the Resolutions Committee at the national level. At our annual conference, the Resolutions Committee considers each resolution, and then presents the resolutions to the delegates in large session. Once the delegates approve the resolutions, the National Office Legislative Department uses them to develop plans to address them on Capitol Hill by your legislators.
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14. State Accomplishments
Education scholarships and tuition waivers or reimbursements
State income tax advantages
Group life insurance
Distinctive vehicle license plates
Low cost home loans
State bonus for combat zone service
Monetary award for enlistment referrals
Free toll passes on bridges and highways
Exemption from arrest while going to/from duty
Interest free emergency loans
State retirement income for NG service
Limited exemption of property taxes
Burial rights in state cemeteries
These are some benefits that the state associations lobbied their state legislatures and received. Not all of these benefits are in all states. Sharing legislation across state lines, from states that have “cracked the code” to helping other states pass meaningful legislation, is a valuable membership benefit.

15. Membership As of December 2014, there were 41,976 EANGUS members
Types of membership:
Annual – members of the National Guard and retirees, dues are paid every year
Life – members of National Guard and retirees, one-time fee payment for life
Honorary – bestowed by EANGUS leaders
Associate – individuals who aren’t members of the National Guard, dues are paid every year
Associate Life – lifetime membership for associates
Corporate – Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Platinum Plus membership levels
There are 5 categories of members of EANGUS. When you pay your dues, you belong to the state as well as the national organizations. Anyone can be an associate member—no National Guard affiliation is necessary. Delegates at the annual conference are determined by the number of members (not to include associate).

16. Membership Benefits Awards to individuals who support EANGUS
Grants & Scholarships
Health & Vision Care Plans
New Patriot quarterly magazine
Travel discounts
Vendor discounts with Apple, Dell, Silvertowne Mint, FTD Flowers
…and much, much more!
EANGUS offers a myriad of benefits to its members including scholarships, health care plans, retail discounts, and much, much more.

17. Join Today! Why should you join today?
Your membership dues help EANGUS lobby for the following benefits for you:
Pay! We lobby for pay raises to reduce pay equity
Money! Hazardous duty pay was increased
Benefits! $300 per weekend for IDT travel
Education! New GI Bill with stipends and benefits
Affordability! Held TRICARE fees at today’s level instead of 350% increase
Healthcare! Extended 5-year VA care eligibility
Retirement! Retirement points of 130 per year, up from 90
Earlier Retirement! Deployment time counts for earlier retirement
EANGUS is always fighting for you, whether it be better benefits, salaries, or insurance. Join today to support us in giving you a voice on Capitol Hill!

18. New Patriot Magazine Quarterly magazine free to all members
Keeps all members updated on events within EANGUS and the National Guard
Some of the tangible benefits of being an EANGUS member. Discounts! We also publish a quarterly magazine, “The New Patriot”, free to all members. Check out our web site for changes in member benefits as new discounts are added.

19. National Guard Almanac
We are pleased to introduce the 2nd Edition of the National Guard Almanac & Education Guide. Our Affinity Partner University of Phoenix, once again, sponsored the full production of publication for the benefit of EANGUS membership. The Almanac is filled with information sorted by State, Benefits & Entitlements, and an Education Guide. The Almanac can serve as a quick reference guide for everything National Guard related.
Some of the tangible benefits of being an EANGUS member. Discounts! We also publish a quarterly magazine, “The New Patriot”, free to all members. Check out our web site for changes in member benefits as new discounts are added.

20. How to Join Visit our website at www.eangus.org
to register online or contact your state representative.
Or contact us at
EANG (3264) for more information!
EANGUS is the only association that looks out for your interests on Capitol Hill and provides increased benefits for your military service. You can join or renew online on our web site.

21. EANGUS “We Care For America” Foundation
Emergency relief fund for EANGUS members
Emergency grants for financial hardship
501(c)(3) non-profit charity
Over 400 grants have been approved since Katrina, totaling over $500,000
The EANGUS “We Care For America” Foundation is the charitable arm of EANGUS, providing grants for those in financial distress. It is part of the Combined Federal Campaign.

22. Questions General Member Services
Member Services
Ulysses Pratt at
Bryan Birch at
EANGUS “We Care For America” Foundation inquiries
Joan Gardiner at

23. Questions Accounting Legislative Operations Business Development
Cheryl Garner at
Legislative
Daniel Elkins at
Scott Bousum at
Operations
Joan Gardiner at
Business Development
Steve Fink at