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Our Vision We are a private, non-profit, volunteer, service organization. As a Center of Excellence, we are committed to ensure that all available resources are used to assist personnel of the Naval Services – active duty, retired, and their eligible family members – to achieve financial self-sufficiency and find solutions to emergency needs. Our Guiding Principles We are committed to providing quality service. We will meet our clients’ emergency needs and, through quality services and programs, help them develop viable and lasting solutions to their problems. Our staff will apply the Society’s policies on a consistent and compassionate basis. We will respond to emergent needs and changes.

We value our clients. We will: • Provide a non-judgmental atmosphere that encourages our clients to achieve self-sufficiency; • Preserve their dignity and self-respect; • Maintain appropriate and effective communications with commands; and • Respect client confidentiality within published guidelines of the Society.

We are committed to good stewardship. We will be responsible stewards of the financial resources entrusted to us: We will exercise conscientious and diligent management of the Society’s funds.

We value our staff. We will provide our staff – volunteers and employees – with the training, education, and other tools necessary to attain the highest levels of effectiveness and professionalism throughout the organization.

We value volunteerism. We are committed to the principle of Volunteer Service; we will empower our volunteers to administer the programs of the Society.

We believe in personal financial responsibility. By helping clients develop their own problem-solving capabilities, the Society encourages personal financial responsibility; we recognize that the best solution is not necessarily direct financial assistance.

LCpl. Michael Hintz, USMC and members of the Silent Drill Platoon pause for the bursting bomb portion of their drill sequence at the U.S. Armed Forces Joint Ceremonial Drill Competition at the Lincoln Memorial April 10. Photo taken by Cpl. Bobby J. Yarbrough, USMC. 418489.NMCRS_418489.NMCRS 6/7/12 6:37 PM Page 3

Board of Directors Foreword Chairman ounded in 1904, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is incorporated in the General James Amos, USMC, Commandant of the Marine Corps District of Columbia with its corporate headquarters located in Arlington, F Virginia. The Society is managed by a Board of Directors representing the active Members duty and retired communities of the United States Navy and Marine Corps. Admiral Steve Abbot, USN (Ret) Mrs. Bonnie Amos The mission of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is to provide, in Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Michael P. partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps, financial, educational, Barrett, USMC and other assistance to members of the Naval Service of the United Mrs. Susan Barrett States, eligible family members, and survivors when in need; and to Rear Admiral Bruce Engelhardt, USN (Ret) receive and manage funds to administer these programs. Mrs. Lauré Ferguson Vice Admiral William French, USN The Society accomplishes this mission Although sponsored by the Department of the Admiral Jonathan Greenert, USN, Chief of principally through the disbursement of Navy, the Society is a private, non-profit Naval Operations interest-free loans and grants, but it also offers organization whose programs are totally Mrs. Darleen Greenert visiting nurse services, budget counseling funded by charitable contributions. The Vice Admiral James W. Houck, JAGC, USN services, thrift shops, and infant layettes. The Society is supported by two annual fund- Lieutenant General Robert E. Milstead, USMC Society also offers scholarships and interest- raising activities: the Active Duty Fund Drive Mrs. Megan Moffit free loans for educational purposes through its conducted by the Navy and Marine Corps Vice Admiral Matthew Nathan, MC, USN education programs. Sponsored by the under the auspices of the Secretary of the Rear Admiral Mark Tidd, CHC, USN Department of the Navy, the Society operates Navy; and the Secretary of the Navy’s direct Vice Admiral Scott Van Buskirk, USN nearly 250 offices ashore and afloat at Navy mail solicitation of retired members of the General Joseph J. Went, USMC (Ret) and Marine Corps bases throughout the world. Navy and Marine Corps. Overhead expenses Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy are paid from proceeds of the Reserve Fund Rick West, USN More than 3,500 trained volunteers, both created during World War II. Mrs. Bobbi West ashore and afloat, accomplish the major Mrs. Bobbie Williams portion of the Society’s work. They are Donations to the Society are deductible under supported by a small cadre of employees. The Section 170(b)(1)(a) of the IRS Code. The Officers Society enjoys an active partnership Society is exempt from Federal income tax President, Chief Executive Officer with the Navy and Marine Corps and benefits under Section 501(c)(3) of the code. Admiral Steve Abbot, USN (Ret) extensively from the active involvement of Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer the command structure at bases where the Major General Carl Jensen, USMC (Ret) Society maintains a presence. The Vice President, Chief Financial Officer commanders themselves, as well as the senior Capt. Steve Koehler, commanding officer of the Commander Wesley Schmidt, Jr., USN (Ret) enlisted leadership, chaplains, and Fleet and multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Vice President, Chief Communications Officer Family Support Center personnel, play an Bataan (LHD 5), greets family members following Bataan's return to Naval Station Commander John Alexander, USN (Ret) important role in the conduct of the Society’s Vice President, Chief Information Officer Norfolk. Photo by Mass Communication business. Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Martie, USN. Mr. Willie Williams 3 418489.NMCRS_418489.NMCRS 6/7/12 6:37 PM Page 4

President’s “State of the Society” Report

“We make a living by what and Sailors and their families. The Society also provided financial aid to 456 wounded warriors. we get. We make a life by Retirees on a fixed income also suffer during what we give.” an economic downturn — and the Society helped 3,327 retired clients this year, providing Winston Churchill $5.5 million in financial assistance.

Acting as good stewards of the funds entrusted to the Society’s care, we continued to focus on Sheri Hummer, Chair of the 2011 Navy-Marine Corps cost containment and reducing administrative Ball, presents a check for $560,000.00 to Society uring 2011, the Society disbursed more expenses this year. I am pleased to report that President Admiral Steve Abbot. After paying all the bills Dthan $48 million in interest-free loans and our efforts were effective and only $2.2 million of and collecting payment from all the silent auction bidders, the 2011 Navy-Marine Corps Ball Committee set a new grants in response to 96,061 requests for financial the Society’s investment reserves were needed to record of $590,000! assistance. For the second year in a row we cover the cost of operations in 2011, compared helped nearly one in every five active duty with $5.5 million in 2010. Sailors and Marines. Our clients’ needs were varied: 12,500 families came to us for food, This past year was our best fund raising year in in the service of others. I am grateful for their shelter and other basic necessities, 86 widows history — $19.2 million compared to $16.6 commitment and I am proud to serve with them received monthly checks to help them live in million in the previous year. This results from as a member of Team NMCRS! health and dignity, we assisted 4,557 clients with our “family” of active duty and retired Sailors and emergency leave travel, and 1,800 families Marines who gave generously, greater support received help following the earthquake and from corporate partners, organizations and tsunami in Japan, forest fires in the southwest, individuals, and increased distributions from hurricanes Irene and Lee that tracked up the east estates and other donations. coast, and the tornado that struck near Camp Lejeune. As we have since our founding in 1904, the Admiral Steve Abbot, USN (Ret) Society continues to depend on its corps of President and Chief Executive Officer Our Combat Casualty Assistance Visiting enthusiastic, dedicated and selfless volunteers. Nurses provided long-term resource coordination Our 27 Thrift Shops, run entirely by volunteers, to more than 1,500 families in 2011, rendering helped more than 110,000 clients with low-cost health education and emotional support in clothing, uniforms and household items. Our 20,200 contacts with combat wounded Marines volunteers are exceptional people who work hard

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Greetings from the Secretary of the Navy

wish to extend warm greetings and thanks to the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society for its tireless I efforts on behalf of the entire Department of the Navy family.

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society has always stood ready to serve our Sailors, Marines and their families in times of need. In the past year, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society has provided financial assistance for thousands of Sailors and Marines, relieving some of the stress which comes with wartime operations. Time and time again, you have answered the call, helped serve our dedicated men and women and demonstrated what it truly means to take care of our own.

Somewhere in the world, everyday, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society provides a helping hand to a military family struggling with financial challenges, or a military dependent pursuing higher education, or a mother expecting a child.

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society’s work results in countless success stories for which the Department of the Navy is tremendously grateful.

On behalf of all Sailors, Marines and their families, I salute your continuing partnership and I thank you for your selfless dedication throughout this crucial time for our Navy, our Marine Corps and our Nation. Godspeed.

“Time and time again, you have Sincerely, answered the call, helped serve our dedicated men and women and demonstrated what it truly means

Ray Mabus to take care of our own.”

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A Message from the Commandant of the Marine Corps

s America’s Expeditionary Force in Readiness, the Marine Corps takes great pride in the Areadiness and performance of our Marines and Sailors. Their selfless service and sacrifice continue as we ensure national security and stand prepared to respond to any crisis. Whether training for combat, deployed in harm's way or conducting theater security cooperation missions with our partner nations, it is imperative that our service men and women are able to focus on the task at hand without worrying about their families’ well being.

With 108 years of support to Marines and Sailors, the Relief Society has epitomized fidelity by assisting families in our community experiencing economic hardship. Through emergency financial aid, scholarship loans and grants, the Visiting Nurse Program and the Budget-4-Baby Workshops, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society has given peace of mind to countless families of our Marines and Sailors. In this critical way, your organization continues to significantly contribute to the overall operational readiness of our Sea Services.

In 2011, the Relief Society provided more than $48 million in financial assistance. This remarkable accomplishment was made possible by the compassion and generosity of all who contribute time and resources to this fine organization. Thousands of volunteers freely devote their time and talents to provide for the emergency needs of our Navy -Marine Corps family, enhancing the operational readiness of our Sea Services.

“With 108 years of support to I offer my heartfelt gratitude to the employees, volunteers and donors who carry on the Navy- Marine Corps Relief Society’s tireless efforts to improve the quality of life for our service members Marines and Sailors, the Relief and families. Society has epitomized fidelity by assisting families in our community Semper Fidelis, experiencing economic hardship.”

James F. Amos General, U.S. Marine Corps

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A Message from the CNO

n behalf of the men and women of the United States Navy, I extend my appreciation to over O3,500 volunteers of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society for your continued support.

Today, our Navy has about 100 ships and over 50,000 Sailors deployed. Additionally, there are about 45 ships and over 10,000 Sailors that are underway getting ready to deploy. They are all joined by hundreds of thousands of family members supporting them, concerned about them, and taking care of them. NMCRS is right there.

Time and time again the NMCRS helps our Sailors and Marines in need, which supports one of my three Tenets: “Be Ready.” Through your patience, understanding and time investment, each and every one of you have significantly contributed to the readiness of our Navy family. For over 100 years, you have helped by providing interest-free loans, scholarships, financial education and grants. Your services have been an invaluable source to ensuring our Sailors, Marines and families are ready.

It was a great year, and I can’t thank you enough for your relentless devotion. Your service to our Navy and Marine Corps has been magnificent.

We look forward to another amazing year in 2012.

Sincerely “Time and time again the NMCRS helps our Sailors and Marines in need, which supports one of my three Tenets: ‘Be Ready.’ Through your Jonathan W. Greenert Admiral, U. S. Navy patience, understanding and time Chief of Naval Operations investment, each and every one of you have significantly contributed to the readiness of our Navy family.”

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Report of the Relief Committee

his year our Relief Committee has not missed a beat. We sadly bid Tfarewell to Liz Nosal in September and welcomed Noni Bird, who brought both sunshine and an inquisitive mind to our daily efforts to support our widows. We were pleased to have representatives brief us regarding Armed Forces Services Corporation, Navy Mutual Aid, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), TRICARE and MOAA (Military Officers Association of America). Our monthly Relief Committee meetings were rich and constructive with valuable information that will help in our efforts to support our dear widows. Hearing from this grateful group of special ladies is a continuing source of inspiration for all of us.

“Thank you all for all the kind deeds you have done. Without your help I don’t know how I could have made it. It is still bad, but I am able to pull through. I got myself into this mess, a lot of it is the house, too. The house was built in the 1950s and when my husband passed I helped kids and never thought that things would get this bad. I took care of a grandson who was in bad shape. He is no longer with me or a threat to me. It is hard but God will see me through to the end. I will be 91 in April. Again, thank you people. I will never be able to thank Mr. Bill Kampa. (Deputy Director, NMCRS Camp Lejeune). He is a wonderful, caring person. God bless you!” Members of the Relief Committee seated from left: Bobbie Williams, Lauré Ferguson; standing from left: Megan Moffit (Chair), Marianne Panter and Noni Bird. Clare, a Marine Corps widow

I am grateful for the efforts of all members of the Relief Committee who receive expert support from Caseworkers at Head-quarters and in the Society’s offices around the world.

Megan Moffit Chairman, Relief Committee

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Volunteer Awards

he Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society relies heavily on the dedication and commitment of its volunteer workforce. Meritorious Service and Superior T Performance Awards are presented to volunteers in recognition of outstanding service and unusual achievement. The following outstanding volunteers were honored for their exceptional contributions and performance during 2011:

Meritorious Service Award

Jill Beadles, Sigonella Fern Hadrosky, Little Creek Tricia Marino, Yokosuka Heather Bolm, Charleston Janie Hermon, Washington Navy Yard Amanda O’Connell, Jacksonville Martha Bowen, Mayport Mimma Hornef, Pearl Harbor Jennifer O’Neal, Norfolk Diana Burull, Everett Dorothy (Dotty) Lessard, Portsmouth NH Carey Schott, Quantico John Fenningham, Willow Grove Col Paul Lessard, USMC (Ret), Portsmouth NH FC1 John L. Trowbridge, USN, Dahlgren Roberta Garvin, Miramar Jessica McManus, Camp Lejeune

Superior Performance Award

Maria Andrews, Little Creek Christine Harris, Camp Pendleton Jeanne Billiot, Naval Base Ventura Judy Kemper, Bangor Charity Brose, Fort Worth Brenda McCarthy, Bangor Timothy Cormany, Little Creek Sabine Latosky, Whidbey Island Nora Daniel, Whidbey Island Yuko Lyons, Yokosuka Kacey Davies, Bangor Rachel Mannon, Fort Worth Gini Deets, Little Creek Kristeen Mendoza, Iwakuni Sharla Desy, Camp Lejeune Kristine Natseway, Bangor Diane Eno, Little Creek Nancy Norton, Little Creek Martha Faller, Millington Diane O’Hara, Camp Pendleton Karen Michelle Fehrle, Fort Worth Elizabeth Plot, Cherry Point Isabel Gonzalez, Miramar Kristy Preator, Whidbey Island Sally Griebeler, Little Creek Melissa Schade, Jacksonville Cora Gutierrez, Yokosuka Christina Sexstella, Yokosuka Amy Hale, Camp Pendleton CTRC (SW) Merrill R. Tilley USN, Misawa Isabel Gonzalez, Chairman of Volunteers, NMCRS Miramar, Kelly Tolliver, Bangor greets participants at a Professional Development Day involving volunteers and paid employees from offices throughout California, Nevada and Arizona.

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NMCRS Visiting Nurse Program: 90 Years of Caring

n the 1920s, command leadership in the Navy and Marine Corps reported that 90 Years of Compassionate Care The Society’s Visiting Nurses have now been Iservice members sometimes failed to report for duty, saying that they had to care for providing health education and resource information to Navy and Marine Corps a sick spouse. At that time, the Navy provided medical care only to Active Duty families for 90 years. They focus on addressing needs not currently being met in the personnel. In those days, 42% percent of all Society’s loans and grants were being local area. In some locations, the focus is on new parents and infants; in other issued to cover the civilian medical expenses of Navy and Marine Corps family locations, the focus is on helping retirees and widows learn how best to cope with members. It would be the early 1940s before the Navy officially provided medical care chronic medical conditions and end-of-life issues. They are available to visit eligible to family members in its facilities. Meanwhile, the Society was asked to come up with clients of any age, with any medical condition or concern. The Visiting Nurses provide a suggestion for helping families with their health concerns so that service members feedback to the referring physicians, closing the loop and maintaining a consistent, could concentrate on their jobs. The suggestion was to start a Visiting Nurse Program. clear picture of the health needs of each eligible family member. In 1922, the Society hired Nell Watson as our first Visiting Nurse. She was employed at Parris Island, SC. Since she had no vehicle of her own, the base hospital staff allowed Miss Watson to drive their ambulance when making her home visits.

Visiting Nurse Christie Rocks visits a new baby in Guam.

In 2006, the Society identified an unmet need among Navy and Marine Corps families. With an average of 45 new patients arriving every week at Bethesda and Walter Reed from the war zone, the military hospital staff was kept busy providing care to the wounded. They tried to keep families informed about what was happening, but the family members were often too stressed to absorb what they were being told about Visiting Nurse Marie Walters conducts a home visit in Pearl Harbor; circa 1957. their loved one’s condition, and often did not understand the military or medical

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jargon they were hearing. Frequent repetition of information was required to help the nightmares, flashbacks, anger problems, and other symptoms of PTS. The day after the family members understand and start to deal with the situation they were facing. But nurse and the Marine returned home, the case manager got a call from “Albert.” He with continually increasing patient loads, time was at a premium for hospital staff and told her that he had planned to kill himself because he didn’t think it would matter to the needs of all parties could not be met without additional resources. anyone if he did. Then he added, “But if a Marine and a nurse cared enough to come out to “God-forsaken North Dakota” just to see me, I will keep trying.” Combat Casualty Assistance To help deal with the problems faced by these families, the Society expanded its traditional Visiting Nurse Program to include nurses who No one comes home from a war zone the same person they were when they left. work specifically with Marines and Sailors returning from combat service and their Even when life is going well for the Marine or Sailor and their family, Society nurses families. We refer to them as Combat Casualty Assistance or “CCA” Visiting Nurses. stay connected so that when problems arise, they know us well enough to let us visit. The CCA nurses focus on providing health education and emotional support to these Sometimes life goes well for several years – often beyond the point at which other families. The Program provides families with a health professional who can take the agencies stop following the family. Even with the best efforts of every agency – time to listen to their questions about their injured service member’s situation, as well military or civilian – ultimately, the family is the long-term support system for as questions about other family members’ health issues that may affect the service everyone who returns from combat. We let the service member define his or her member’s recovery, and to help them get the best possible outcomes. Whenever “family.” In some cases, “family” is the traditional group - parents, siblings, spouse, possible, the CCA nurses meet the families in the hospital so that they get to know children, etc. In other cases, “family” is friends, neighbors, girlfriends, or battle each other before the Marine or Sailor is discharged. When the family has already met buddies. We help them learn what they need to know so that they can provide the the CCA nurse, they often feel more comfortable allowing the CCA nurse to make a support and encouragement to the service member and each other in the years ahead. home visit.

Currently, the Society’s CCA Nurses are the only registered nurses who make face- to-face visits, anywhere in the country, free of charge, to Marines, Sailors and their families who have been affected by combat service. Our CCA nurses stay involved with the families even if the Marine or Sailor is no longer in the military, continuing to work with the family for as long as there is a need and as long as the family is willing to allow these nurses into their lives and homes.

The importance of seeing the family in their daily environment cannot be overstated. Face-to-face meetings allow the CCA nurse to observe as well as hear what is being said. The body language of the speaker - the expression on a family member’s face when a Marine or Sailor says he is doing fine – exhaustion – pain – fear – frustration – hopelessness – all these and a hundred other emotions can be seen when you are face-to-face. But not when you are on a phone call.

Profile of Courage: Albert A discharged Marine – “Albert” – had been called by his Visiting Nurse Kimberly Woodruff makes a home visit in Yokosuka, providing the son with case manager. Afterwards, she was concerned about something she heard in his voice instruction on medication and care for his retired father. even though he denied any problems. The case manager called the Visiting Nurse Program and asked if a nurse could make a visit to “Albert,” warning us that he lived These families – whatever their composition – carry a heavy burden when their in a remote area and had no family support. A Marine from the WWR and one of our Marine or Sailor is seriously injured. No matter what the nature of the injury, life has CCA Nurses arranged to meet with “Albert” at Petey’s Bait Shop. Over the course of changed. The CCA nurses often find that as time goes on, the family needs emotional two days of visits, the Marine helped “Albert” identify what benefits he was entitled to support more than anything else. Having someone who can sit with them, in their and the nurse and “Albert” came up with a plan for getting him some help with his home, laugh with them over the day-to-day things, and cry with them over the dreams

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that may have been lost – this kind of support requires time and patience, and the nurturing and caring professional is awe inspiring. Their commitment, caring spirit skills to hear what isn’t being said as well as what is being said. Our Visiting Nurse and quiet understanding have provided comfort to countless Navy and Marine Corps Program is designed to allow families to take the time they need to talk - or to be families at the most difficult times in their lives. silent - as they come to terms with their new lives.

Profile of Courage: Jeff A Marine we will call “Jeff” was injured in Iraq. When his wife and his mother arrived at the hospital in Germany, Jeff’s wife took one look at him and walked out. He never saw her again. The doctor told “Jeff’s” mother that “Jeff” wouldn’t live. She requested her son be seen by a new doctor. It is now five years later. His wife divorced him. His father left the family three years ago. “Jeff’s” mother devotes her time caring for her son. On Christmas Eve two years ago, “Jeff’s” mother called her CCA nurse to say that “Jeff” had just taken his first steps since his injury.

His mother said, “I wanted to tell someone and you were the only one I knew who would appreciate what he has accomplished.” During a recent visit, “Jeff’s” CCA nurse asked him what made him so determined to recover. “Jeff” told her that he credits his improvement to that original doctor in Germany. When the nurse asked why he felt that way, “Jeff” said he actually remembers hearing the doctor say that “Jeff” wouldn’t live. “Jeff” then added with a twinkle in his eye, “NEVER tell a Marine he can’t do something!”

“Jeff’s” attitude is common among these service members and their families. They don’t want our sympathy, but they do deserve our respect and admiration. This may not have been what they expected in life, but they meet their challenges with a courage and strength that is nothing short of amazing.

Profile of Courage: Mark One Marine, I’ll call him “Mark,” lost one arm at the shoulder, part of his other hand and was burned over 60% of his body. When “Mark’s” CCA nurse was visiting, he told her, “People see me and say, ‘Oh, that poor young man!’ but they are wrong! I am lucky! I was the only one of my buddies who survived. So I thank God every day that I can wake up and see my family. I will have a good life –for me, and for my buddies who can’t.” During his recovery, “Mark” met and married a lovely young woman who sees beyond the scars to the person he is. He and his wife had their first child in May, and they have named him after two of “Mark’s” buddies that didn’t come home. “Mark” and his wife have said that life is very good.

Recognizing Platinum Effort: The Society’s Visiting Nurses make a difference in more lives than anyone ever realizes. They say that it is an honor and a privilege to Visiting Nurse Sue Waddingham visits a Combat Casualty patient at Brooke Army Medical work with military families. We say that working alongside these compassionate, Center, Marine Corps Barracks. She will continue to follow his progress after his discharge.

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2011 At a Glance

It Takes All Hands – Your donations make it possible

19% ■ Active Duty Donations $10M ■ Retiree Donations $2.5M 16% 52% ■ Bequests/Estates $3M ■ All Other $3.6M 13%

Taking Care of Our Own 96,061 Sailors, Marines and families in need received more than $48M in financial assistance. Your donations supported: ■ 51,389 Quick Assist Loans ■ 12,500 with food, shelter and other basic necessities ■ 4,557 with emergency leave travel ■ 1,800 families recovering from disasters such as: hurricanes, wildfires, tornados, and the Operation Tomodachi evacuation ■ 86 Widows with help to live in health and dignity ■ 456 Wounded Warriors and their families ■ 27 thrift shops offering low-cost clothing, uniforms and household items to more than 110,000 patrons

Visiting Nurses provided compassionate care 46,250 times worldwide. ■ RNs to support the needs of 1,500 Wounded Warriors and their families. These nurses reached out 20,200 times to provide resource/medical information and emotional support anywhere in the United States. ■ Home visits to mothers, new babies, elderly retirees, widows and widowers

Financial Readiness: ■ Budget-4-Baby Workshops for 6,400 new families, all of whom received a layette gift ■ Volunteer caseworkers worked with Marines and Sailors to develop a personal budget that better prepares them for financial challenges.

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2011 Financial Assistance & Fund Drive Contributions

Full Service Offices Financial Loans Grants Total Assist Quick Assist Reported Active Cases Loans Duty Fund Drive

Bangor 1,021 $404,145 $33,619 $437,765 483 $197,552 Beaufort 1,005 323,497 11,564 335,061 740 13,647 Bethesda 654 357,170 42,146 399,317 257 22,722 Bremerton 1,350 490,632 44,398 535,030 859 145,577 Camp Lejeune 7,491 2,678,129 44,783 2,722,911 4,783 217,260 Camp Pendleton 7,472 3,405,666 200,414 3,606,081 4,541 330,000 Charleston 665 352,724 34,348 387,072 309 250,600 Cherry Point 2,153 754,888 26,463 781,351 1,210 67,446 Corpus Christi 314 186,780 17,321 204,101 93 84,109 Worth Remembering Everett 1,173 540,333 37,754 578,087 654 212,078 While it is interesting to Fallon 209 144,520 4,225 148,745 98 36,477 note the number of cases Fort Worth 787 501,476 30,436 531,912 295 39,466 and total amount of Great Lakes 1,722 746,151 56,591 802,743 1,033 653,294 financial assistance at Groton 1,466 628,009 56,515 684,523 761 207,763 various sites, what really Guam 492 386,072 1,168 387,240 232 157,395 matters is that the Gulfport 1,485 603,379 35,999 639,378 896 132,070 Society is there 24/7 to Headquarters/ Retired Fund Drive 3,879 2,782,748 1,750,386 4,533,133 0 2,576,416 respond to the needs of Iwakuni 237 164,496 3,568 168,064 81 10,170 the Navy-Marine Corps Jacksonville 3,276 1,437,646 155,793 1,593,439 1,679 356,723 community. Kaneohe Bay 1,273 659,142 10,064 669,206 613 158,915 Kings Bay 1,033 433,967 64,028 497,995 470 135,004 Lemoore 1,637 649,726 16,237 665,963 1,119 139,189 Little Creek 2,808 1,461,664 119,875 1,581,539 1,255 122,447 Mayport 1,849 859,923 32,749 892,672 924 247,373 MCRD, San Diego 790 412,874 31,986 444,861 362 41,370 Millington 263 179,418 43,522 222,940 62 83,266 Miramar 2,847 1,357,730 109,372 1,467,102 1,481 186,654 Naples 182 156,087 2,881 158,968 71 80,175 New Orleans 386 237,400 16,780 254,180 145 37,078 Totals on following page

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2011 Financial Assistance & Fund Drive Contributions

Full Service Offices Financial Loans Grants Total Assist Quick Assist Reported Active Cases Loans Duty Fund Drive

New River 1,390 $511,843 $14,169 $526,012 803 $56,614 Newport 107 62,068 1,128 63,196 43 97,931 Norfolk 11,100 4,256,146 262,799 4,518,945 7,127 1,309,090 North Island 3,260 1,386,194 131,546 1,517,740 1,789 461,564 Oceana 3,056 1,404,419 73,805 1,478,223 1,572 208,535 Okinawa 973 868,185 4,902 873,087 343 461,636 Parris Island 547 193,133 10,021 203,154 277 148,861 Patuxent River 455 218,708 35,912 254,620 180 115,448 Pearl Harbor 1,341 859,477 26,819 886,296 712 502,545 Pensacola 2,376 890,753 85,904 976,656 1,181 456,784 Portsmouth, VA 1,368 475,699 31,085 506,783 648 107,045 Quantico 1,018 511,011 45,244 556,255 514 182,658 Rota 302 250,205 12,698 262,903 111 122,528 San Diego 6,361 3,062,994 250,248 3,313,243 3,493 1,115,249 San Onofre* 3,071 1,306,313 78,498 1,384,811 1,680 Sasebo 263 178,477 1,228 179,705 157 183,611 Sigonella 118 117,628 0 117,628 39 180,667 Twentynine Palms 3,997 1,494,289 57,770 1,552,059 2,564 235,177 Ventura 1,054 436,703 9,367 446,070 595 74,713 Washington Navy Yard 649 465,947 88,856 554,803 193 635,000 Whidbey Island 1,466 586,356 38,747 625,103 807 261,939 Yokosuka 656 470,052 1,805 471,857 335 451,962 Yuma 1,214 434,742 11,164 445,906 720 118,265 Totals 96,061 $43,737,733 $4,308,699 $48,046,432 51,389 $14,430,058

*San Onofre is included with Camp Pendleton for Active Duty Fund Drive donations. Note: Minor differences between individual column totals and the total assistance column are due to rounding.

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Report of the Finance Committee

he total return on the Society’s Investment Portfolio for 2011 was +0.81% and T the market value of the Society’s investments at the end of the year was $90.1 Reserve Fund Market Value million. This figure does not include $4.3 million held in the Society’s cash account (in $millions)

resulting from the sale of some of the Society’s investments. Because of the accounting 250 requirement to show the $4.3 million in the cash account, the performance of the investment portfolio is understated. Total return actually was +1.75% 200 150 During the year, $2.2 million of the Society’s Reserve Fund was used to meet administrative and fund raising expenses. A strategic redeployment of a portion of the 100 Society’s investments was implemented in December, resulting in a $4.3 million augmentation to the Society’s cash account on the last day of the year. These funds 50 were reinvested at the beginning of January 2012. 0 5 04 0 06 11 003 0 0 The accompanying charts display the value of the Reserve Fund at year end for the 2002 2 20 2 20 2007 2008 2009 2010 2 period 2002-2011, and the amount of the Reserve Fund used to cover the Society’s operating costs over the same 10-year period.

The Society’s Employees’ Pension Plan remains well funded with plan assets valued at more than $29 million at the end of the year. In the past, a discount rate of 5.5% Investment Assets Used for Administrative Expenses was used by the Society’s pension actuary to calculate future pension benefit (in $millions) obligations, but, due to recent pension legislation, the discount rate used in 2011 was 20 changed to 5.0%. This resulted in the “Pension Related Credit” loss of $9 million reflected in the Summary of Operations section on page 18. The Society plans to 15 amortize this amount in accordance with current pension regulations and continue to

fully meet its future pension obligations. 10

2 3 0 06 10 00 0 Joseph J. Went 20 2 2004 2005 20 2007 2008 2009 2 2011 General, U. S. Marine Corps (Ret) Chairman, Finance Committee

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Financial Highlights

Sources of Funds Sources of Funds The Society had inflows of $69.5 million in 2011. $42.1 million came ($69.5 million) from the repayment by the Society’s clients of interest-free loans. Interest, dividends, and cash withdrawals from the Society’s Investment ■ Loan Repayments and Portfolio provided $6.3 million. Contributions accounted for $19.2 Recoveries (61%) million*, principally from the Active Duty and Retired Fund Drives, but also from bequests, memorials, and general contributions. ■ Investment Withdrawals Miscellaneous receipts, principally from Thrift Shop operations, added (9%) an additional $.95 million. ■ Contributions* (29%) ■ Miscellaneous (1%) Uses of Funds

The Society used its inflows to conduct operations as shown on the accompanying chart. The largest use was for Program Services. The single largest program the Society has is making new, interest-free loans ($42.2 million in 2011). Loan repayment receipts and new loans are Uses of Funds essentially a “wash,” and, with the exception of loans that are later ($65.9 million) converted to grants or declared as uncollectible, these funds act as a ■ Program Services** “revolving” fund. Grants and Non-Financial Assistance are funded (96%) principally by Contributions, and, to a lesser extent, by Miscellaneous Receipts (including Thrift Shop profits) and withdrawals from the ■ Administrative (3%) Society’s Investments. Administrative and Fundraising Expenses, as well as revenue disbursed in support of the Society’s education ■ Fundraising (1%) programs, were covered by funds provided from the Investment Portfolio.

* Excludes donated HQ facility lease, costs, donated items and change in pledges receivable amounting to $.95 million ** Includes no-interest loans

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Statement of Financial Position Summary of Operations As of December 31, 2011 For the Year Ending December 31, 2011

Assets Beginning Net Assets $118,350,794

Cash $4,831,648 Revenues

Receivables, Prepaid Expenses Contributions $20,784,587 And Inventory 5,373,926 Investment Returns (977,938) Investments 91,063,403 Outstanding Loans 19,066,475 Miscellaneous 945,018

Property and Equipment 108,019 Total Revenues $20,751,667

Total Assets $120,443,471 Expenses

Assistance (Financial & Programs) $22,249,440

Liabilities and Net Assets Administrative (includes depreciation) 1,892,120

Accounts Payable $2,203,758 Fundraising 678,473

Long Term Liabilities 13,076,389 Total Expenses $24,820,033 Net Assets (See Summary of Operations) 105,163,324 Pension Related Credit (9,119,104)

Total Liabilities and Net Assets $120,443,471 Change in Net Assets $(13,187,470)

Ending Net Assets $105,163,324

Independent Audit: The Society’s Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2011 were audited by independent auditors from the firm Johnson Lambert & Co. LLP, Certified Public Accountants, of Falls Church, Virginia. Copies of the report have been provided to all members of the Society’s Board of Directors and to the Directors of NMCRS Full Service Offices. Copies of the audit report are available on our website or by contacting the Chief Financial Officer, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 N. Randolph Street, Suite 225, Arlington, VA 22203-1767.

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A Comparison of Financial Assistance to Contributions

he accompanying charts provide a picture of financial assistance by the T Society to its clients over the 10-year period from 2002 through 2011, Financial Assistance & Contributions and the amount of contributions received by the Society over that same 2002-2011 (in $millions) period. 50 45 The Society provided an average of $40.4 million annually in financial 40 35 assistance to clients in the form of interest-free loans and grants, while 30 charitable contributions to the Society averaged $16.7 million per year. 25 20 Total financial assistance increased in 2006-2010 due to a variety of 15 reasons including combat casualty assistance, help provided to Navy and 10 5 Marine Corps families who were victims of natural disasters, the Society’s 0 Quick Assist Loan Program, and the impact of the 2007-2009 recession. 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 The number of clients receiving support and the amount of financial Assistance Contributions assistance provided by the Society declined slightly in 2011.

Contributions have been fairly consistent over the decade with about 65% of all contributions coming from active duty and retired Sailors and Marines with 2006 and 2011 augmented by large bequests. Contribution Sources 2002-2011 (in $millions) 25

0 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011

Active Duty Retirees Bequests and Planned Giving General

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Clarence Dillon Society

s America entered WWII in December 1941, for the first time since 1904, the Navy-Marine Corps ARelief Society found itself in the position of not having sufficient resources to meet the increased demands of Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen. Clarence Dillon, a successful New York financier, was asked by VADM Adolphus Andrews, US Navy, Commander of the Eastern Sea Frontier, to raise $5 million to meet the increased need. In less than two years, Clarence Dillon’s public campaign raised over $10 million.

Clarence Dillon ensured the Society met the current needs of members of the Navy and Marine Corps serving during WWII, and his legacy was to financially position the Society to meet the future needs of Sailors, Marines and their families.

The Clarence Dillon Society recognizes those who have provided, or intend to provide, resources from their estate to ensure the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is positioned to meet future demands for financial assistance. Enrollment in this honorary organization is simply a matter of advising the Society of the creation of a legacy gift such as a bequest intention, a charitable trust, designating the Society as a beneficiary of a retirement plan or life insurance policy or establishing a charitable gift annuity with the Society. These gifts are vitally important to the Society’s long-term viability. For more information, please contact us at [email protected] or go to our website at nmcrs.org/legacy.

Anonymous (15) Col Will Brown, USMCR (Ret) CPO Carl Aschenbach, Jr., USN (Ret) Estate of Jerry Brunk Estate of Thomas Patrick Baldwin Dorothy Cabanillas CPO Mitchell O. Barker, USN (Ret) Estate of James C. Clegg “When I was on active duty, I admired Col John W. Beck, USMC (Ret) Trust Brian O. Connelly and donated to the Navy-Marine Corps Mozelle Behannon Trust Col and Mrs. Wade H. Cooper, USMC (Ret) CAPT and Mrs. William W. Bennett, USN (Ret) Mrs. Glenn R. Coulter Relief Society because many of my Estate of Joseph L. Bilka Estate of Gregory E. Cromwell troops needed help - and the Society Estate of Richard M. Birge Estate of Richard F. Cronin was always there to provide it. We Charles Bittenbring, III Trust CPO Byron Dahmer, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Blundell, VADM and Mrs. George Wilmot Davis, USN (Ret) weren't at war then. I'm sure the need in memory of CAPT Peveril Blundell, USN Ann Davis-Ramsey, is even greater now so I'm happy to Estate of Vern and Sara Boe in honor of my husband, MCPO Roger A. Ramsey, help in any way I can.” CPO Alvin A. Bowers, USN (Ret) USN (Ret) and my daughter LCDR Avonna S. Ramsey, Estate of Helen A. Brady USN (Ret) Col Sara J. Pritchett, USMC (Ret) Anita R. Brennan Trust Rose and Henry J. Deeks Trust Chaplain Benedict J. Brown, USN Capt Joseph Lee DeGuise, USMC (Ret), VADM Nancy E. Brown, USN (Ret) in memory of Joseph Frank DeGuise, USMM 1917-1921 and LtCol Peter M. Hesser, USMC (Ret) Mrs. K. L. “Duck” Drake

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SCPO David M. Dutcher, USN (Ret), MM2(DV/SW) Robert T. Kelly, Jr., USN (Ret), Lowell Reade Trust in memory of my father, Bernal C. Dutcher, Jr., USN in memory of my brother Stephen E. Kelly Estate of Hubert L. Reid Estate of Bobby and Gladys Elliott Lillian Jean Klepac, CAPT Richard Riley, USN (Ret) PO1 Betty Jean Ellis, USN (Ret) in memory of Frank Klepac, Jr. CPO and Mrs. Norman Robbins, USN Denise B. Emrich Trust CPO James D. Klock, USN (Ret) John and Matilda Roye Trust RADM Robert B. Erly, USN (Ret) CPO L. Mike Koon, USN (Ret) Mrs. Arthur J. Ruhle Estate of Michael N. Fedirko GYSGT Paul T. Kuras, USMC (Ret) in memory of CDR Arthur J. Ruhle, Jr., USN Michael Ficchi CDR Robert Kurz USN (Ret) and Sally Kurz William E. Schlotthauer CAPT Celine A. Finn, USN (Ret) Estate of Edward Lara Mrs. Preston L. Seard, CAPT Gregory F. Fischer, USN (Ret) CDR Dorothy K. Lins-Hanson, USN (Ret) in memory of PN2 Preston L. Seard, USN (Ret) Estate of Glenn Fisher Estate of Robert A. Lortz Estate of Benjamin A. Shaver, Jr., M.D. Richard J. Fitch Estate of Elizabeth B. Lugg PO2 Russell R. Smith, USNFR Estate of Dr. John “Jack” E. Folk George P. Lumsden Trust Sherm and Lady Smith Mrs. Earl B. Fowler,* CAPT Diann K. Lynn, USN (Ret) CPO Harold A. Soulis, USN (Ret) in memory of VADM Earl B. Fowler, USN (Ret) CWO4 and Mrs. Allen F. Manley, USN (Ret) Mrs. John Souza, Jr., Estate of Amelia A. Frank QMC Joseph C. Marlin, USN (Ret) in memory of John Souza, Jr., USN Estate of Walter Fraser Salvatore F. Martello Trust CDR Donald W. Stauffer, USN (Ret) Donna G. Fredricksen, CAPT and Mrs. Charles Martin, USN (Ret) Estate of LCDR James T. Sullivan, USN in memory of LCDR Robert A. Fredricksen, USN John V. Matyasovics Trust PO1 and Mrs. Ronald Szymonek, USN (Ret) Estate of John Fuentes Estate of John F. Maynard Betty C. Taussig Estate of Tom Garefalos Estate of Lucille McFarland Sylvia U. Tichy Trust Estate of Leon S. Geoffrey Estate of Ellen and James McKnight Elizabeth Gaye Thomas, George P. Lumsden Trust Marguerite M. Mclaughlin in memory of GySgt Theodore John Thomas, USMC PO1 Francis D. Gonterman, USN (Ret) George W. Meyer Trust Estate of Betty Tognetti LCDR Wallace D. Goodlett, USN (Ret) David M. Minter Greely and Chloe Togni Charitable Trust Estate of Franklin P. Gould CPO David J. Mitchell, USN (Ret) Estate of Robert Trentino LCDR and Mrs. Harold E. Haas, USN (Ret) CPO James A. Mosher, USN (Ret) Estate of Edward Tynen Estate of Florine Zola Hanson Estate of Kenneth Nell CWO4 Gary A. Veblen, USN (Ret) Estate of Thomas Hebert Estate of Tamman S. Nelsen Estate of James Paul Vizigian Mr. and Mrs. Robert Henshaw Estate of Maj Joel L. Neuman, USMC Estate of John Wayne Watkins Eileen A. Hintzen, MCPO John D. O’Connell, USN (Ret) Estate of Thomas C. Weinsheimer in memory of AOC Richard F. Hintzen, USN H. A. Olivey Trust LCDR Chester H. Wheatley, USN (Ret) Estate of Early Gilbert Hodges LT Peter Pehl, II, USN (Ret), CPO Philip E. Wilkinson, USN (Ret) Irma L. Ilgenfritz, in memory (honor) of CWO Thomas Leroy Wilson Family Trust in memory of my husband, Carlton E. Ilgenfritz Pehl, USN CPO Sharyn Williams, USN (Ret) CAPT John H. Irons, SC, USN (Ret) John Robert Price Trust Irving Berlin Music Company SCPO and Mrs. Tim Powers, USN (Ret) SN Henri James, USN (Ret) Col Sara J. Pritchett, USMC (Ret) *deceased Estate of Frank G. Johnson Estate of Stafford S. Pulford Estate of Vivan Claire Johnson N. Carr Stogner Wanda Z. Keene Trust Reba Burns Ransom Trust

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ore than 8,400 spectators enjoyed the inaugural Theodore Roosevelt Circle Volunteers Circle M Quicken Loans Carrier Classic, produced by Morale Entertainment, Inc., the first-ever NCAA $100,000 and up $5,000 to $24,999 basketball game played on the flight deck of an Estate of James C. Clegg Active Network operational aircraft carrier. Played on board USS Estate of John E. Folk, MD Betsy Alexander CARL VINSON (CVN 70) at Naval Air Station Karakin Foundation Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance North Island, CA, the game featured the Tar Heels Navy-Marine Corps Ball Committee American Artisans Group American Society of the from the University of North Carolina versus the Navy Exchange Service Command Estate of Maj Joel L. Neuman, USMC French Legion of Honor Spartans from Michigan State University. Quicken Loans, Inc. BAE Systems, US Combat Systems Commander-in-Chief Barack Obama and First Lady TriWest Healthcare Alliance Booz Allen Hamilton Michelle Obama attended the game. USAA Federal Savings Bank BNSF Foundation Estate of James P. Vizigian AM General Corporation American Society of the French Legion of Honor In this picture, Jay Farner, center, President and America’s Heroes First Foundation Chief Marketing Officer of Quicken Loans, Inc., Grace M. Higginson Circle Goldie Anna Charitable Trust presents a charitable donation check on behalf of Charles and Michele Barousse Quicken Loans, the Title Sponsor of Quicken Loans $50,000 to $99,999 Robert and Ali Bartholomew Carrier Classic, to Admiral Steve Abbot, USN (Ret), Bayshore Ford Truck Sales, Inc. Col John W. Beck, USMCR Trust President and Chief Executive Officer of the Navy- The Boeing Company Dallas Military Ball Foundation BecTech, Inc. Marine Corps Relief Society. Former Georgia In honor of Pvt Isaac Fevang, WWII, VA, and Mary Fevang Mozelle Behannon Trust Congressman Jim Marshall, Co-Chairman of Quicken Estate of Thomas Hebert Blackhawk Memorial Foundation Loans Carrier Classic, is shown at left. This Lockheed Martin Corporation Walter Bloedorn Foundation basketball game was played on November 11, 2011, Naval Postgraduate School Foundation Breezy Point Triathlon Navy Federal Credit Union Jay J. Buck thus the significance of the check amount. C. E. and S. Foundation Carswell Field Thrift Shop Relief Committee Circle CBC Federal Credit Union Chardonnay Foundation $25,000 to $49,999 Nicholas Chocas Choice Hotels International Services Corp. Armed Forces Families Foundation James and Amy Claxton Association of Military Banks of America The Columbia Group, Inc. California Community Foundation Davis Foundation Century Club of San Diego Debbink Family Foundation CNA Deep Sea Divers Charity Golf Classic General Dynamics Defense Orientation Conference Association Jasam Foundation DRS Technologies, Inc. Charles and Helen Martin John and Nancy Edwards Northrop Grumman Fedele and Murray, P.C. Patrol Squadron THIRTY Charity Golf Tournament CAPT Celine A Finn, USN (Ret) Pen Air Federal Credit Union Admiral and Mrs. William J. Flanagan, Jr., USN (Ret) SAIC Four Stack APD Veterans Association Sherman and Lady Smith GE Aviation Walmart Foundation Leslie H. Goldberg Warriors 4 Freedom Golf Tournament H.E. Haller Foundation Winter Family Fund LCDR and Mrs. John M. Heffley, USN (Ret)

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Mark and Barbara Helbraun WACOM Thrift Shop Belvoir Woods Protestant Mission Society Humana Military Healthcare Services Harry H. and Martha Washington-Straus Foundation Richard L. Bennett Huntington Ingalls Industries David Weiss Robert W. Benzin Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Jeffery Linden and Judith Welch Michael Bereskin Philip M. Jordain Women’s Auxiliary Commissioned Officers Mess Donald Bezdek Lakeside Foundation Wong Family Foundation LCDR Ron Birnbaum Mr. and Mrs. John Lichner Kimberly Wright-Violich Law Offices of Bert N. Bisgyer Estate of George W. Meyer VyStar Credit Union CWO Edward H. Bissen, USN (Ret) Jane O. Millar Wyle RADM and Mrs. John W. Bitoff, USN (Ret) NAS New York Reunion Association Steven and Robin Black Navy Mutual Aid Association LCDR George W. Blair, USN (Ret) Newport Officers’ Spouses’ Club President’s Circle Malcolm and Jacque Blundell North Island Credit Union in memory of CAPT Peveril Blundell, USN Oceaneering International, Inc. $1,000 to $4,999 Blyler/Thompson Family Fund Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor MajGen Charles F. Bolden, USMC (Ret) Gary Peters ADM and Mrs. C. Steve Abbot, USN (Ret) CPO and Mrs. Myron Borgerd J.R. Pina Asphalt Paving and Maintenance CDR Mark T. Ackerman, USN (Ret) CAPT Frank Boushee, USN Pratt & Whitney Advanced Communications and Presentations, Inc. CWO4 Mark S. Bovee, USMC (Ret) Raytheon Company LCDR Darwin Afdahl, USN Christopher Bowen William E. Reising AHC Media/Thompson Media Group Donald B. Boyd Religious Offering Fund - Camp S D Butler. Okinawa All Fresh Produce CDR Allen D. Boyes, USN (Ret) Religious Offering Fund - NB Coronado CAPT William H. Allen, USN (Ret) Ashley Brand and Christopher P. Clini Religious Offering Fund - Chapel of the Good Shepherd American Business Association CPOC Kevin P Braniff, USN (Ret) NAS Oceana Anchor Innovation, Inc. CAPT Neil Brennan, USN Religious Offering Fund - JEB LC-FS - Little Creek CAPT Charles K. Anderle, USN (Ret) Anita R. Brennan Trust Religious Offering Fund - Camp McTurious CAPT Martin G. Andersen, USN (Ret) Daniel P. Brenton Religious Offering Fund - USNA CAPT Jimmy D. Anderson, USN (Ret) Michael J. Brickhill, PC Rockwell Collins CAPT Thomas Andress, USN (Ret) CDR Kristine A. Bridges, USN (Ret) Rolls-Royce North American, Inc. Aloysius V. and Margaret M. Andrzejewski William E. Briscoe Arlene Ruhle CAPT Edward P. Anglim, USN (Ret) CAPT Kenneth B. Brown, USN (Ret) Sealift Inc. CDR Robert L. Arbeene, USN (Ret) SN Gary L. Brown USN (Ret) Peter Seldin Armed Forces Bank Dr and Mrs. R. A. Brown Silver Gate Yacht Club Albert Atkinson CPO Bruce D. Browne, USN (Ret) Society of Sponsors of the Navy B & C Fresh Sales CAPT Charles M. Brune, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. Robert St. George BAE Systems, Land and Armaments Bunton Ranch Stateside Associates, Inc BAE Systems Matching Gifts Program LtCol Bernard T. Burchell, Jr., USMC (Ret) VADM George R. Sterner, USN (Ret) BAE Systems Technology Solutions and Services Thomas and Christine Burnett Roger and Susan Stone Louis Baeriswyl LtCol John C. Butner, III, USN (Ret) Walter P. Stuart Col Daryl E. Baker, USMC (Ret) USS Frank Cable (AS 40) Petty Officers Association Sundt Companies LtCol Edward J. Ball, III, USMC (Ret) Brendan Callahan SunTrust Foundation LCDR Linda J. Barbour, USN (Ret) Capital Community Foundations, Inc. Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. CPO Robert R. Barkie, USN (Ret) USS Capps (DD 550) Association Mr. and Mrs. John B. Taylor CAPT James D. Barron, Jr., USN (Ret) CAPT Nevin P. Carr, USN (Ret) Tee it up for the Troops, Inc. Bayside Harley-Davidson CAPT Jan M. Carrio, USN (Ret) Clay and Kimberly Teter Beebe Beasley CAPT Eva F. Carson, USN (Ret) Textron LCDR Jerry Beckham, USN Arthur J. Casado TJX Foundation Lawrence and Mary Behm CCS Presentation Systems Estate of Betty Tognetti David and Judith Bell Cedar Creek Veterans Foundation Turner Investments Col Roy L. Belli, USMC (Ret) RADM Edward R.Chamberlin, USN (Ret) UVAS Foundation CAPT Richard W. Belt, USN (Ret) Chase Investment Counsel Corp. 23 418489.NMCRS_418489.NMCRS 6/7/12 6:38 PM Page 24

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Robert and Kathleen Cheek Dr. and Mrs. James Drake CAPT Richard F. Haas, Jr., USN (Ret) LCDR William L. Childers, USN (Ret) Dr. Thomas Duc, in memory of Thomas A. Duc, Sr. Dr. Michael Habibe James and Catherine Christiaanse LCDR Delma D. Dunn, USN (Ret) Andrew Haley CDR Brian Gordon Clark, USN (Ret) Chris and Susan Ebbers CPO Carl T. Haley, Sr., USN (Ret) Capt Vernon E. Clark, USMC (Ret) CDR Kenneth C. Eckerd, USN (Ret) David Hall MCPO Thomas Clark, USN (Ret) ECPI College of Technology CAPT and Mrs. Gary Hall, USN (Ret) Clark Associates Edwards Wildman Palmer, LLC Christopher Hammonds Jerry Clark Charles and Marja Edwards Clifford Hampton CPO Charles E. Clarke, USN (Ret) CAPT James D. Ellison, USN (Ret) LCDR Charles R. Hannum, USN (Ret) RADM and Mrs. William W. Cobb, Jr., USN (Ret) LCDR James W. Emery, USN (Ret) CAPT and Mrs. Robert Hanson, USN (Ret) CAPT Robert Cohen, USN (Ret) RADM Robert B. Erly, USN (Ret) CAPT Wayne S. Hansen, USN (Ret) Patricia Cole Wilmot and Linda Estes MCPO Carl G. Hare, USN (Ret) Columbia Partners, LLC CDR David Evans, USN VADM Alfred G. Harms, Jr., USN (Ret) Community Foundation Western Pennsylvania Falkenberg Foundation GySgt Ronald H. Harris, USMC (Ret) and Eastern Ohio ADM and Mrs. William J. Fallon, USN (Ret) Burr C. Hartman Conejo Simi Moorpark Assoc. of Realtors, Inc. CAPT and Mrs. David D. Faraldo, USN (Ret) Dr. Craig Hatch Maj Ray Connelly, USMC (Ret) Pat and Kathleen Fedor LCDR Robert C. Hatcher, USN (Ret) Philip and Suzanne Conover CAPT and Mrs. Charles D. Fellows LCDR Ray M. Hawkins, USN (Ret) RADM and Mrs. Peter Conrad, USN (Ret) CAPT Michael B. Ferguson, USN (Ret) Bucky Hazan Mark B. Constantian, MD Col Thomas Fields, USMC (Ret) Dr. John Heaton RADM Murray C. Cook, USN (Ret) CAPT and Mrs. Gregory F. Fischer LCDR John M. Heffley, USN (Ret) CWO3 Cherryll L. Cooper, USMC (Ret) CWO3 William E. Flaherty, USN (Ret) CWO David Herber, USN (Ret) Michael Cooper Richard J. Fleeson LT Jerry O. Hollingsworth, USN (Ret) Ryan Cormier Donal Fleming RADM Lowell J. Holloway, USN (Ret) Corporate Events Organizers Inc. Fresh Produce & Floral Council CDR Daniel Hooper, USN (Ret) CPO Phillip R. Couch, USN (Ret) James Fowler Mark and Mary Horner RADM Michael T. Coyle, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. Gary Freidman CDR Steven Horrell, USN (Ret) CAPT and Mrs. Barney Cramp, USN (Ret) Benjamin and Phyllis Freilich Peter M. Horvath Keith Crandall in memory of Bobbie Gerhard and Bebe Heath Sean Householder Clyde Crawford CAPT Richard H. Funke, III, USN (Ret) HQ SACT Officers Partners Club CVS Caremark Charitable Trust Allison Gage in memory of our soldiers KIA in Afghanistan Craig and Lane Huggins Alan and Carol Dahl Maj Edward W. Gallagher, USMC (Ret) Hugh Hunter The Honorable and Mrs. John H. Dalton CAPT Richard O. Gamble, II, USN (Ret) Vernon Hutton SgtMaj Kenneth L. Darden, USMC (Ret) LCPL Christopher H. Garcia, USMC (Ret) CAPT Vernon Hutton, III, USN (Ret) Davenport Electric Co. Inc. RADM and Mrs. Jan C. Gaudio, USN (Ret) SCPO Charles R. Imus, USN (Ret) Maj John W. Davenport, USMC (Ret) CDR Steven C. Gaylor, USN (Ret) CPO John D. Jackson, USN (Ret) VADM George W. Davis, Jr., USN (Ret) Col Charles R. Geiger, USMC (Ret) Joshua Jacobson LCDR Andrew R. Davis, USN (Ret) H.J. Gerhard Roland Jaeh CDR Donald J. Deda, USN (Ret) Elton Gifford CWO4 Peter C. Janney, USMC (Ret) John and Kristine Dedolph Lelon Ginn Travis Jeffers Estate of Henry J. and Rose Deeks C & L Graese Foundation CPO Donald Jefferson, USN (Ret) Barry Demchak LT Anna M. Graf, USN (Ret) 1stLt Edward N. Jesle, Jr. , USMC (Ret) Dennis Construction Co. of Yuma, Inc. Mildred L. Gralla JIAMC Craig DeWall LCDR Clifford R. Graue, USN (Ret) RADM David Johnson, USN (Ret) Diamond Hill Capital Management, Inc. LtCol Gordon E. Gray, USMC (Ret) Shawn Johnson Leo and Joan Dominique CDR and Mrs. Erik Gregory, USN (Ret) PO1 Thomas Johnson, USN (Ret) RADM Thomas Q. Donaldson, USN (Ret) Katherine Gregory RADM Michael R. Johnson, USN (Ret) VADM James H. Doyle, USN (Ret) Doug and Judy Gross MCPO Robert K. Jones, USN (Ret) CAPT Stephen Doyle, USN (Ret) H&L Accessory in tribute to Chuck Schreiber James Jones

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CAPT Maurice S. Joyce, USN (Ret) Salvatore F. Martello Trust New River Officers Spouses Club, Inc. Maj John H. Judy, USMC (Ret) Dr. and Mrs. Harry R. Maxon, III Zachary Nobinger LtCol Billy D. Kasney, USMC (Ret) CAPT Clyde H. McAllister, USN (Ret) in tribute to Matthew and Daniel Hansen from Crown Royal Ted Kayton MCAS Miramar Officers’ Spouses’ Club Roger and Donna Nolan Robert and Donna Keller LtCol Edward F. McCann, USMC (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. Roger Nolan CAPT William H. Kennedy, USN (Ret) VADM Justin D. McCarthy, USN (Ret) Norfolk Hockey, LLC LtCol Daniel Kernen, USMC (Ret) Charles and Janet McCoy NOSC Center, Raleigh Wardroom CDR Timothy Ketchum, USN (Ret) LtCol and Mrs. Michael McElwee CAPT Thomas O. Nutt, USN (Ret) Thomas Kinzler LtCol Lawarence McEnroe, USMC (Ret) CAPT Daniel Nylen, USN (Ret) Kitsap Rifle and Revolver Club CDR Robert B. McKay, USN (Ret) Oceanfirst Foundation Warren Klam Warren and Linda McLaine Officers’ Wives’ Club, MCAS Miramar, CA CDR George Kolbenschlag, USN (Ret) Mary McLendon and Bill Waters Officers Wives League, Camp Pendleton, CA Howard Koppenhaver in memory of CDR Allen “Muddy” Waters, USN O’Shea Family Foundation GySgt Paul T. Kuras, USMC (Ret) William Meade PO1 Robert Paddock, USN (Ret) CDR Robert R. Kurz, USN (Ret) Charles Melancon Mary Parthe CAPT and Mrs. Dennis Laack, USN (Ret) Kevin and Mandy Melody Pearl Harbor Submarine Officer’s Wives Club CAPT James M. Lacey, USN (Ret) Metropolitan Service Federal Credit Union CAPT Lyle Pellock, USN (Ret) CAPT and Mrs. James Lacy, USN PO1 Michael D. Meyer, USN (Ret) Edward Pepling Lakehurst Blue Claws Baseball Team CDR Mickolas Milanytch, USN (Ret) Pericle Communications Co. Mark E. Langfan Bernard Miller Gerald Permutt John D. Larson PO2 Ronnie A. Miller, USN (Ret) Lissa Perrone and Loren Mahon David and Carol Lausman CDR Norman J. Mills, USNR (Ret) in memory of Ed and Mary Mahon CAPT Theodore E. Lavoie, USN (Ret) CPO Richard P. Minch, III, USN (Ret) MCPO and Mrs. Leonard D. Pfau, USN CAPT Alan Lavoie, USN (Ret) Misawa Officers’ Wives Club James Phelan James Lawson CAPT Robert Mitchell, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. James Phillips Stephen Leaman John B. Molloy CAPT Arthur R. Philpott, USN (Ret) Susan Lee Monahan Beaches Jewelry Center, Inc LCDR Lui Phuong, USN Andra Legere in tribute to 1stLt C.R. Legere, USMC Joseph Moran CDR Charles Piersall, USN James and Cheryl Leonard Lynn Morgan and Scott Rothenbert Plantation at Ponte Vedra in tribute to Robert W. Tannler, USMC (WWII) MCPO William J. Morgan, USN (Ret) Kent Pomeroy J.F. Lehman & Company, LLC LtCol Terrence C. Morgan, USMC (Ret) Eleonore Portincasa RADM and Mrs. Daniel B. Lestage, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. Estes P. Morrow The Potomac Advocates Lester Family Trust Maj Alfred H. Mossler, USMC (Ret) GEN and Mrs. Colin Powell, USA (Ret) Jerome and Patricia Leugers Col William R. Murray, USMC (Ret) CAPT and Mrs. John H. Preisel, USN (Ret) CAPT Jerbert H. Lewis, USN (Ret) William and Maria Museler Price Family Foundation Barbara LoPresti and Frank LoPresti, Jr. NAF Marine Association Joshua Priebe in memory of Frank LoPresti, Sr. Arthur and Elizabeth Namerow Progressive Produce Robert and Debra Lowry Naval Inventory Control Point ADM Joseph Prueher, USN (Ret) George P. Lumsden Trust Naval officers’ Spouses’ Club, Bessemer, AL Pt. Mugu Gun Club Richard R. Mace Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Washington, D.C. Quakes All Star Cheer Squad Archer and Janet Macy Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club, San Diego, CA CAPT and Mrs. Edward J. Quirk, USN (Ret) CPO Jeffery L. Manley, USN (Ret) Naval Surface Warfare Center - Winter Ball CAPT Joseph N. Ragan, USN (Ret) LTJG Charles B. Manning, USN (Ret) Navy Federal Credit Union CAPT and Mrs. Craig Rankin Marine Officers’ Wives’ Club Navy Submarine School First Class Petty Officers SCPO and Mrs. Douglas Reid, USN (Ret) in honor of the Marine Corps Community Services Association retirement of Ross MacAdams, USN (Ret) Marine Thrift Shop Kaneohe Bay Navy League of the U.S. - Guam Council Capt Kim B. Reisdorph, USMC (Ret) Capt Marc A. Marrocco, USMC (Ret) Navy League of the U.S. – National Capital Council Religious Offering Fund - All Faith Chapel, China Lake Sam R. Marrone Navy League of the U.S. – NAS Patuxent River Council Religious Offering Fund - Airman Memorial Chapel, CAPT Robert P. Marston, USN (Ret) #152 NSB San Diego

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Religious Offering Fund - Camp Courtney, Okinawa David and Cindy Sepos SgtMaj William Vann, USMC (Ret) Religious Offering Fund - Chapel of Hope, Yokosuka RADM Michael A. Sharp, USN (Ret) Richard Vaswani Religious Offering Fund - COMNAVMARIANAS Paul Shitabata CDR Rebecca L. Vautier, USN (Ret) Religious Offering Fund - Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Col John D. Shoup, USMC (Ret) CAPT David A. Veatch, USN (Ret) Religious Offering Fund - Joint Forces Training Base CDR Robert L. Shultz, USN (Ret) Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1067 Religious Offering Fund - MCAS Iwakuni CAPT David E, Simmons, USN (Ret) Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7952 Religious Offering Fund - MCAS Miramar Carlo Simoni CAPT Pierre G. Vining, USN (Ret) Airmen Memorial Chapel CDR Carol Ann Skiber, USNR (Ret) CDR Deborah L. Waggoner, USN (Ret) Religious Offering Fund – MCB Quantico CAPT and Mrs. Walter S. Slocum, USN (Ret) CPO Charles W. Warren, III, USN Religious Offering Fund - NAS Corpus Christi RADM David J. Smith, USN (Ret) CDR William Warren, USN (Ret) Religious Offering Fund - NAS Lemoore Hugh Smith CAPT H. Roger Warwick, USN Religious Offering Fund - NAS North Island Joan M. Smith CAPT Mary E. Washburn, USN (Ret) Religious Offering Fund - NAS Sigonella CPL Steven D. Smith, USMC (Ret) CPO David J. Watness, USN (Ret) Religious Offering Fund - NSB Kings Bay LCDR Travis R. Smith, USN (Ret) Peter Wawro, MD Religious Offering Fund – NAS Patuxent River SML Boat Rentals, LLC Brian and Melissa Webb Religious Offering Fund - Robert Taylor Chapel, Fort Worth Thomas Snurka CPO Robert D. Weeks, USN (Ret) Religious Program - Chaplain Corps Richard and Ann Solomon LtCol Daniel Wehrle, USMC Religious Offering Fund, Walter Reed National Military MCPO Christopher Sparks, USN Robert Weir Medical Center – Pastoral Care Department St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church LCDR Billy R. Wesson, USN (Ret) Rose Renner VADM George Steele, USN (Ret) LtCol Michael E. White, USMC (Ret) LCDR William E. Resner, USN (Ret) CAPT Michael D. Stenberg, USN (Ret) LCDR Beau Wielkoszewski, USN Carl H. Reynolds CAPT Kurt F. Strosahl, USN (Ret) and Holly Wielkoszewski CDR Wayne E. Rickman, USN (Ret) Submarine Officers’ Spouses Association, Silverdale CPO Dennis W. Wight, USN (Ret) Ridgefield Park Elks No 1506 VADM and Mrs. Paul E. Sullivan, USN (Ret) CDR Terry E. Wight, USN (Ret) James and Barbara Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Swearingen CDR James Wilkinson, USN (Ret) CDR Brian D. Robertson, USN (Ret) CDR William Sybeldon, USNR (Ret) RADM William Williams, USN (Ret) Rocky Mountain Young Marines CWO4 Jaun M. Taijito, USN (Ret) CDR Edward M. Williams, USN (Ret) CDR Douglas J. Rosemark, USN (Ret) Tawani Enterprises LCDR Jim Wilmot, USN (Ret) Maj Michael L. Ross, USMC (Ret) Tayler and Friends - Camp Pendleton Wilson Family Trust Rothschild Asset Management, Inc. Paul and Luree Thomas CWO3 Jeffrey P. Woizik, USMC (Ret) RSB Vineyards, LLC CDR Marie D. Thomas, USN (Ret) CDR Randy A. Wolf, USN (Ret) MCPO John C. Ruane, USN (Ret) Dr. George F. Thompson, Jr., DDS CAPT John M. Wolff, USN (Ret) Friedman Rubin LCDR Robert S. Thorp, USN (Ret) Worldwide Pants, Inc. CAPT Tommy L. Ruffin, USN (Ret) Thrift Shop Association CDR William Wright, USN (Ret) SSGT John J. Ryan, USMC (Ret) Tidewater Officers’ Spouses’ Association CAPT David A. Wynkoop, USN (Ret) CDR Hans P. Sachse, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. Bradford A. Tingle LCDR Keith Yauger, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. William F. Saldutti Carlton and Leah Todd RADM and Mrs. Charles Young, USN (Ret) PO1 Patrick L. Salter, USN (Ret) CDR Michael J. Transue, USN (Ret) Mr. and Mrs. Joshiah Sand William and Judith Trapp Frederick and Nadiya Satkowiak Treasure Shop, Norfolk Donald Savage Paul and Elizabeth Troy CAPT Rodney Savage, USN (Ret) in memory of LT Paul Troy, USN CAPT Peter A. Scala, USN (Ret) Raymond and Janet Tyler Nathan Schatzman MCPO Kenneth A. Tyler, USN (Ret) William E. Schlotthauer United Concordia Scholl Foundation Upper Skagit Indian Tribe Scrapbook Blessings Uptick Winery RSB Vineyards, LLC Kristi Scully U.S. Submarine Veterans Jessica Selin-Williams SCPO Steven M. Valentine, USN (Ret)

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Dear Jessica and Navy Relief,

The year was 1956, a week before Christmas, I was nineteen years old, married ten months to my high school sweetheart who was a PFC, USMC, stationed at Henderson Hall and we had just been blessed with the birth of our first son, Robert, at Bethesda Naval Hospital, Bethesda, MD. We were terribly poor, but in love and happy. On the second or third day of a four-day stay, in walked a lady with a very large, gaily wrapped box….in the box was a very large baby layette consisting of a large, beautiful crib blanket, two receiving blankets, diapers, little nightgowns, undershirts, even belly-bands to cover the baby’s un-healed belly button! And topping off this complete newborn wardrobe, was a wonderfully hand-crocheted matching set of hat, booties, and sweater, all blue!!! And yes, it was a gift from the Navy Relief Society!!!

This meant so much to us, my heart cries with grateful tears in remembrance….what a great present…I’ll never forget it…the sweater set did become a family heirloom.

Thank you so much, Dear Navy Relief Society!!! You have done so much for me and my family over the years. Yes, I volunteered at the Thrift Shop for a few years, and yes, we gave through payroll deductions when it became available, and in subsequent years…but I know it will never be enough, whatever we manage to give back to you…..just simply because you are so there for the military and their families!

And now you’ve done it again!!! My heart is weeping again in gratefulness for the tremendous help you gave me when I made an appointment with your Jessica to get some help in money management…not only did she straighten out my budget and give me some names of people for further help, she gave me a check for the remainder of my husband’s funeral bill!!! I just couldn’t believe it! This bill has worried me to pieces, and you just gave me a check to pay it in full!!! Thank you, Thank you! Your help has been a true blessing to me, you have so helped me!!

Everyone I met or talked to at your office was so kind and caring, thank you for having people like that, it meant a lot to me. I cheer you all on in the work that you do, you truly help people, you have truly helped me in ways I’ll always be indebted to you for.

Sincerely and Gratefully, Cecelia M. Autorino

The Jessica in this letter is Jessica Miller, a Level III Caseworker at NMCRS Camp Lejeune. 418489.NMCRS_418489.NMCRS 6/7/12 6:38 PM Page 28

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