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Community Stories

A Thousand People, One Mission: Remembering AST2 Tyler Jaggers

Programs and Services

2026 Youth Enrichment Program Season Opens April 1

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Salute to the U.S. Coast Guard in Seattle to Honor Pacific Northwest Heroes and CAPT. Michael Inman, USCG (Ret.)

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Tribute Events

Our regional and national events bring together people from all across the country to pay tribute to the brave men and women who serve in the United States Coast Guard.

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Salute to the U.S. Coast Guard in Florida

October 22, 2021

Coast Guard Golf

New York/New Jersey Scholarship Golf Tournament

November 30, 2017

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Run To Remember

Each year, thousands of people participate in road races, memorial walks, and other types of fitness events to pay tribute to the lost members of the service.

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CG CYBER Memorial 5K

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Happy Holidays to Coast Guard Members and the Coast Guard Foundation Community

View Coast Guard Foundation President Susan Ludwig's holiday video message.

by Ron LaBrec

December 20, 2024

Cover image: The Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse in Manteo, North Carolina, provides a guiding light into the Manteo Harbor. (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Auxiliarist Andrew Winz)

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