Coast Guard Federal Credit Union
The Coast Guard Credit Union provides all the services of a bank, but returns profits to the members instead of the stockholders. From savings and checking accounts to home equity lines of credit, the Credit Unit has a lot to offer.

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance
Mutual Assistance provides an emergency fund that can provide fast financial relief when a member faces an unexpected or "impossible" financial burden that would cause personal hardship if no assistance were provided.  Auxiliarists may apply for such a loan and are considered as "Sponsor Members" under the program. If approved, the emergency loan is interest free.

Coast Guard Work-Life Programs
Auxiliarists can take advantage of certain Coast Guard Work-life Programs such as:

Insurance
A variety of insurance programs benefit the Auxiliarist operating under Coast Guard orders. This includes medical, hospitalization, disability and death benefits should an accident occur in the performance of your duty.  If your boat, aircraft or other authorized Auxiliary facility is damaged or destroyed while legitimately engaged in Auxiliary operations, coverage for repairs or replacement would be provided. Government liability coverage protects the Auxiliarist from third party claims made as a result of actions that occur when the Auxiliarist is performing authorized missions and has been properly assigned to duty.

In order to maintain this coverage, all incidents and accidents must be reported to your issuing authority for the mission. As a caution, there must be strict adherence with the terms of all Coast Guard regulations and orders, as well as the Auxiliary Manual or the claim will be denied.

Boat U.S. Marine Insurance
Boat U.S. Marine Insurance is now available online at www.boatus.com/insurance/. Boat U.S. Marine Insurance has just made boat insurance buying easier. Auxiliarists can obtain a free quote for boat insurance online and, in most cases, get immediate insurance coverage on four different policies: total protection, bass boat, personal watercraft, or basic protection. Boat U.S. Marine Insurance can also be reached by phone at 800-283-2883. Boat U.S., with 520,000 members, is the world's largest organization of recreational boaters. Boat U.S. is also a Partner in Strategic Alliance for Recreational Boating Safety with the CGAuxA. More news will be forthcoming from the Department of Boating concerning Boat U.S. and its annual Grassroots Grants and Clean Water Grants.

Exchange Privileges
Auxiliarists in uniform, with proper identification, can purchase anything sold in the Coast Guard Exchange Stores except liquor and cigarettes. Dependents may accompany Auxiliarists to the Exchange, but may not make individual purchases. Members of the Auxiliary are also welcome at Department of Defense Exchanges, but only uniform items or accessories may be purchased.

Publications
Members receive the Auxiliary National publication, The Navigator, The Beacon, their own District publication, and other bulletins to keep abreast of Coast Guard, Auxiliary, CG Auxiliary Association, Inc. and general boating information.

Uniforms, Training and Awards
The pride of wearing the Auxiliary uniform is amplified by awards and advancement, with ample opportunities to receive recognition by completing Auxiliary training courses and participating in programs authorized by your Flotilla leadership.

Tax Deductions
Uniforms, their cleaning and maintenance, and reasonable out of pocket expenses incurred in the performance of your duties are "considered" contributions for tax purposes. The foregoing is not intended to be advice on deductibility. You should consult your professional tax advisor.

Fellowship
One of the Auxiliary's trademarks is good old-fashioned hospitality. Friends, neighbors and interested members of the public are always welcome to attend one of our flotilla meetings. In addition, you will find a special camaraderie among Auxiliarists that is hard to beat. Along with our missions we find time to relax and have fun at Auxiliary outings, training sessions, patrols, Vessel Safety Checks, classes, and conferences. Auxiliarists make lasting, meaningful friendships.

Coast Guard Auxiliary Association Credit Card
Experience all the benefits of the MBNA Platinum Plus Master Card credit card. The Platinum Plus Credit Card offers more premium benefits, all in a credit card that comes with no annual fee. You will also appreciate the availability of higher credit line up to $100,000.

ShopAuxiliary.com

Adobe
Members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary are now eligible for special member pricing of Adobe Systems products including Acrobat, Approval, Photoshop and Illustrator. You may go to the ShopAuxiliary.com link and click on “Adobe”. That link will allow you to preview the products. You may then enter the password to go to the on-line site to select your products and place your order using a secure site. This is a tremendous opportunity to receive a significant savings on the products. Acrobat and Approval both allow you varying degrees to fill-in, print, transmit and save/file electronic forms eliminating needless paperwork, mailing and postage. The password you need to enter the ordering page is being passed through the elected leadership to your flotilla commander. Ask your elected officers for the password and see what is available to you as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Act now to receive your significant savings!

Amazon.com
What many of our members probably don't realize is that Amazon.com, now available through ShopAuxiliary.com, goes far beyond books! Here are just some of the other things you'll find by clicking through the ShopAuxiliary.com link:

So, whatever you're shopping for, follow the ShopAuxiliary.com link and see if you can get a better price than what you're planning to pay. Doing business with Amazon.com will help grow programs right down to the Flotilla level.

Chelsea Clock Products:
Auxiliary members may now receive a special member’s price on Chelsea Clock products. You may order direct on-line from the Chelsea Clocks Company through the Chelsea Boutique. Go to ShopAuxiliary.com and click on “Chelsea Clocks” to go directly to the Boutique site. You may also reach the site through the Chelsea Boutique site at http://www.chelseaclock.com/orders/Boutique.ASP then click on the CHELSEA BOUTIQUE button. You may choose the state you reside in and then scroll down the listing of dealers and click on Coast Guard Auxiliary. You must choose Coast Guard Auxiliary as your dealer to obtain the special discounted prices.

Government and Armed Forces Travel Cooperative
GovArm.com provides leisure and vacation travel services for government and military personnel, including retirees. With services ranging from condominium rentals, cruises, vehicle rental, and hotel reservations, to golf discounts and vacation packages, there is something for everyone.

Armed Forces Vacation Club
Armed Forces Vacation Club members can choose from 1 of 9 national hotel chains and save up to 20% and more off their next stay at thousands of locations in the US and Canada. Just call the toll-free number for the hotel of your choice and give the operator the AFVC member I.D. number to receive your discount.

Avis Car Rental Discount
Members of Coast Guard Auxiliary can now get 10% off Super Value daily and weekly rates in the U.S. on car rentals at Avis through a new alliance between the company and CGAuxA. In addition, Avis is offering 5% off promotional rates in the U.S., and 10%-20% off rates in other countries. To make a reservation, simply call your travel agent or Avis. When reserving your vehicle identify yourself as a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary Association and give them your Avis Worldwide Discount Number.

Alamo Rent-A-Car Discounts
Auxiliarists can get up to 15% off the cost of car rentals through Alamo by calling the nationwide toll-free reservation number 1-800-354-2322. Be sure to give the reservationists the CGAuxA group identification number and request rate code plan. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. These year-round discounts are available for business or leisure travel.

Hertz Rent-A-Car Discounts
Members can receive discounts any time on car rentals from Hertz. To make reservations or receive additional information on the available discount, call the toll-free numbers below and give the special member number.

Gateway Computers
Gateway Computers is offering members of the Auxiliary a 2% discount off the base price of computers available from their web site. This offer includes a flat $50 shipping charge. The discount is the same as is offered to federal government employees. Gateway is one of the largest computer manufacturers, and does most of its business by mail order. 

Nextel Equipment and Service Plans
Special discounts are available to members of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary on NEXTEL equipment & service plans. For additional information on these discounts, call NEXTEL at 888-394-3999 and specify the discount code.