About MCL

The League is a veteran's organization of the U.S. Marines. It is composed of Marines (retired, active duty, veteran or reserves) and Navy Corpsman who served with an FMF unit with honorable service. It aims to perpetuate the traditions and spirit of the U.S. Marine Corps through the continuous association of Marines who served under the Eagle, Globe and Anchor at any time, in war or peace. There are League detachments all across the country, Regular meetings are conducted under a unified ritual, with the Marine Corps spirit and atmosphere predominating. Being a Marine is what it's all about. LtGen (Ret) John A. Lejeune, who founded the Marine Corps League in 1923, put this first above all else. Although he was a Major General and Commandant of the Marine Corps, a decorated hero of the First World War and the former Commanding General of the victorious Second Army Division, he said his first claim to fame was, "I am a Marine!" All his other attainments came farther down the list. There was nothing more important to him than being a Marine.

Mission Statement:

The Marine Corps League perpetuates the traditions and spirit of ALL Marines and Navy FMF Corpsmen, who proudly wear or who have worn the eagle, globe and anchor of the Corps.  Members of the Marine Corps League join together in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving the traditions and promoting the interests of the United States Marine Corps, banding together those who are now serving in the United States Marine Corps and those who have been honorably discharged from that service that they may effectively promote the ideals of American freedom and democracy; voluntarily aid and render assistance to all Marines and former Marines and to their widows and orphans; and to perpetuate the history of the United States Marine Corps and by fitting acts to observe the anniversaries of historical occasions of particular interest to Marines.   

Programs of the Marine Corps League:

·          Marines Helping Marines - Marines helping wounded Marines to return society.

·          Marine-4-Life - Mentors and provides support for transitioning Marines back into civilian life.

·          Scholarship program - Provides academic scholarships to children of Marines and former Marines.    

·          Veterans Benefits Legislative Program - Participates in national and state issues which impact the military and veterans programs.

·          Veterans Service Officer Program - Assist with claims resulting from active duty service.

·          Veterans Affairs Volunteer Service Program - Volunteer assistance in VA Hospitals.

Youth Programs:

·          Young Marines - A youth program emphasizing the core values of the Marine Corps.

·          U.S. Marines Youth Physical Fitness Program - For elementary thru high school students.

·          The Boy Scouts of America - Recognize Eagle Scouts for their achievements.

·          Toys for Tots - A program, started by the Marine Reserve, to collect and distribute toys to children in needed.