U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association

What U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association does

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered at 47 Mohegan Avenue, New London, Connecticut, serving approximately 6,068 members comprising USCGA graduates, non-graduate attendees, Officer Candidate School alumni, parents of cadets, and friends of the Academy. The Association operates on a membership-fee and philanthropy-driven revenue model, with annual dues ranging from $90 to $407 across Alumni, Joint, Associate, and Lifetime tiers, supplemented by corporate sponsorships (USAA, Peraton, Palantir, Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, AKIMA) and philanthropic contributions from alumni. In 2025, the Association delivered $3,730,640 in total support to the Academy across academic enrichment, cadet experience, athletics, leadership, and campus enhancement programs, and holds an endowment of $45,410,275 as of December 2025.

Core products and services span membership management (Alumni, Joint, Associate, Lifetime), the Bears Supporting Bears Network for career services and alumni networking, the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) job fair in four cities, the Alumni Travel Program operated in partnership with Collette Travel, the bimonthly Bulletin magazine, the Studio 1887 podcast facility and Corps Conversations podcast, and the Link in the Chain volunteer mentorship program connecting alumni to cadets across their 200-week Academy experience. Technology infrastructure is delivered primarily through third-party integrations including the iModules donor portal, Hiration AI for resume and interview tools, Oplign for skills-based employment matching, and Jostens for class rings; the Association does not develop proprietary technology. The go-to-market motion combines community-led volunteer networks, event-driven engagement (regional socials in 13 states, homecoming with 1,800+ attendees, the Otto Graham Golf Classic), and direct membership outreach through newsletters and class agents.

Customer segments are organized horizontally across alumni, parents, OCS graduates, legacy families, and corporate partners, with no single segment dominating revenue. Leadership includes a Board of Directors (with four new members joining in January 2026 across tenure-defined categories) and a 21-person professional staff led by directors across business operations, alumni engagement, major gifts, and partner giving. The organization operates under a published 2030 Strategy and is governed independently of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy while operating in close partnership with it.

Name

U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association

Legal name

United States Coast Guard Alumni Association

Website

https://cgaalumni.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit serving 6,068 USCGA alumni, parents, OCS graduates, and friends through membership programs, career services, philanthropy, and events, delivering $3.7M annually to the Academy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Alumni Association Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Alumni Relations & Alumni Engagement Programs (EDALAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Alumni Benefits, Membership & Affinity Programs (EDALAOAM), Alumni Events, Reunions & Regional Chapters (EDALAOAG), Major Gifts, Planned Giving & Endowment Development (EDALAOAC), Alumni Communications, Marketing & Publications (EDALAOAF), Volunteer Management & Alumni Leadership Programs (EDALAOAH), Service Academies (Officer Commissioning) (EDAHAOAA)

Keywords

• Alumni association services
• Military career services
• Alumni networking platform
• Philanthropic fundraising programs
• Alumni travel programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New London

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual and multi-year membership fees ranging from $90-$407 depending on membership type (Alumni, Joint, Associate, Lifetime options). Primary recurring revenue stream supporting operations.
2. Philanthropic Giving/Donations: Annual giving campaigns, class gifts, planned giving, endowments, and the All Class Challenge drive donations. In 2025, delivered $2,500,000 in gifts to the Academy and $3,730,640 in total support.
3. Event Revenue: Revenue from events including homecoming, golf classics, and alumni travel programs. Travel partner Collette handles logistics.
4. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate partners sponsor events, programs, and initiatives. Sponsors include USAA, Peraton, Palantir, Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association delivers membership-based alumni engagement services for graduates, attendees, parents, and friends of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, providing access to a directory, career services (SACC, Bears Supporting Bears Network, Hiration AI tools), networking events, travel programs, publications, and recognition programs. The Association funds these services and raises philanthropic support for the Academy through membership dues, donations, corporate sponsorships, and event revenue, delivering $3.7M+ to the Academy in 2025.

Product overview

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy Alumni Association offers a membership-based platform providing alumni engagement, professional development, and community connection services. The core offering consists of multiple membership tiers (Alumni, Joint, Associate, and Lifetime options at various price points from $96-$407 annually) that unlock access to the Online Directory, career services through Bears Supporting Bears, the Alumni Travel Program, and The Bulletin magazine. The career services portfolio includes the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC), Hiration AI resume tools, mentoring programs, and the Bears Supporting Bears Network platform. Additional offerings encompass the Alumni Travel Program (partnered with Collette), Studio 1887 podcast production facility, Corps Conversations podcast, Link in the Chain volunteer program, alumni awards and recognition (Hall of Heroes, Athletic Hall of Fame), the 50 Years of Women commemoration multimedia project, MST Support Network, class ring program (via Jostens), and Alumni Center rental services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Alumni Membership Annual or multi-year membership for Academy graduates and those who attended for any period of time, providing access to the alumni directory, career services, events, and member benefits. 1-year: $96; 3-year: $265.
• Joint Membership Combined membership for spouses or domestic partners who are both CGA alumni, offering dual access to all member benefits. 1-year: $144; 3-year: $407.
• Associate Membership Membership for OCS graduates, parents of CGA graduates, friends, and supporters of the Coast Guard Academy and Alumni Association. 1-year: $90; 3-year: $245.
• Lifetime Membership One-time fee lifetime membership options providing lifetime access to all member benefits, available in Alumni, Joint, and Associate tiers.
• Bears Supporting Bears Network Exclusive alumni networking platform featuring an alumni job board, career transition resources, mentoring program, business directory, and professional development tools for USCGA alumni.
• Service Academy Career Conference (SACC) Exclusive Service Academy alumni job fair conference held in four cities annually, featuring corporate recruiters, hiring events, skill-based seminars, and AI resume/interview tools. In 2025, 67 graduates attended.
• Alumni Travel Program Group travel program partnered with Collette Travel offering alumni trips worldwide, including destinations like South Africa, French Riviera, Alaska, and Croatia/Slovenia.
• Alumni Center Rental Event venue rental service at the Alumni Center (47 Mohegan Ave, New London, CT) offering meeting rooms and conference spaces to members at discounted rates.
• CGA Class Ring/Crest Program Official program through Jostens for creating, repairing, and replacing U.S. Coast Guard Academy class rings and crests.
• 50 Years of Women Commemoration Multimedia project commemorating the 50th anniversary of women at USCGA, including oral histories, podcast episodes (50 Years of HerStory), articles, and events throughout 2026.
• The Money Academy Six-week live virtual course covering military personal finance and investing, taught by Rob Shaye '04 and sponsored by USAA Educational Foundation.
• Corps Conversations Podcast Podcast hosted primarily by cadets featuring alumni guests discussing Academy experiences and career journeys, produced at Studio 1887 in the Alumni Center.
• Link in the Chain Program Volunteer program connecting alumni with cadet classes throughout their 200-week Academy experience from Day One to Commencement.

Quantifiable outcome

• $3.7M+ in annual support delivered to the Academy
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Collette TravelcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial travel partner for the Alumni Travel Program. Collette handles all travel logistics including accommodations, transportation, and tour operations. Provides confidence of a trusted travel company while strengthening the Long Blue Line around the globe. Current trips include South Africa, French Riviera, Alaska, and Croatia/Slovenia itineraries.
• USAAflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerFlagship corporate sponsor of the 50 Years of Women at USCGA commemoration. Critical sponsor ensuring broad participation at events and removing financial barriers to attendance. 'At USAA, we take care of our own' alignment with Coast Guard values.
• National Coast Guard Museum AssociationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the Long Blue Line quarterly publication distributed free to alumni community. Supports Coast Guard journalism and historical preservation.
• AKIMAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of the Otto Graham Golf Classic 2026.
• MOAA (Military Officers Association of America)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCareer services partner providing resources for military-to-civilian career transition including resume reviews and personalized career coaching.
• Mitchell CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration providing alumni access to professional skills certification training and accelerated degree programs through Mitchell College's Hub program.
• New Politics Leadership AcademyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCareer development partner supporting leadership and civic engagement for alumni.
• Smart with a HeartminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCareer services partner focused on purposeful professional development.
• Veterans Franchise GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFranchise ownership resources for veteran and military alumni transitions.
• Med Tech VetsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedical technology career resources for veteran alumni.
• MEMPCminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCareer services partner for alumni professional development.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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