All Enlisted California National Guardsmen in the grades of E-1 thru E-4 are eligible for FREE Membership.
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Join as an Enlisted Member of CAL-EANGUS for $1.00*! Click HERE to join. Use coupon code: DOLLAR at checkout! *First annual payment is $1.00. Membership will auto-renew at $20.00/year.
Your Voice. Your Future. Your CAL-EANGUS.
CAL-EANGUS is the premire Professional Organization representing and advocating for the Servicemembers, Veterans and family members of the California National Guard
Mission Statement:
The mission of CALEANGUS is to improve the welfare, benefits, and overall conditions of the enlisted Soldiers and Airmen of California by providing a collective voice to our State and National legislators and supporting the mission and efforts of EANGUS.
Who Can Join?
Enlisted Membership
Open to any Enlisted member; active, separated or retired, of the National Guard. (e.g. a Traditional/M-Day Guardsman or a California State Guardsmen who has retired from the regular component).
Associate Membership
Open to any person not eligible for Enlisted Membership who actively supports the purposes, goals, and objectives of the Association. (e.g. Officers, business owners, family members and California State Guardsmen who are not otherwise affiliated to the active component).
Membership plans
Memberships are available in Annual or Life Memberships.
membership cost
Membership costs as low as $20 a year
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for members and their dependents! Scholarships vary from cash scholarships to fully paid tuition programs. Applications vary between each program. Click the link to learn more.
Emergency Grants & Loans
The National Guard is dedicated to protecting American citizens, responding to crises from natural disasters to national emergencies. The We Care for America Foundation dba National Guard Relief Foundation proudly supports these brave men and women and their families, providing vital financial assistance and resources to ease the challenges of their service. Together, we ensure they receive the support they need when it matters most.
Resources
Let us help connect you to resources, benefits & services for your military life. Employment, Financial, Education, State Programs and More. Learn more about Membership Benefits. CAL-EANGUS has partnered with numerous companies and agencies to provide members with programs and resources for California National Guardsmen and their families.
State Service Member Life Insurance (SSLI)
The California State Sponsored Life Insurance (SSLI) program is managed by CAL-EANGUS and provides group term life insurance exclusively for actively serving members of the Army and Air National Guard organizations and their dependents. The program is derived from United States Public Law 93-289, May 24, 1974, to encourage persons to join and remain in the National Guard. TAG SSLI Support Letter
News Articles
Call to the 51st EANGUS Conference
The 51st General Conference of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) will convene at the Statehouse Convention Center, 101 E. Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas on Sunday, August 7, 2022 and will run through Wednesday evening...
Call to Action – Support the Creation of the Space National Guard
EANGUS has long supported legislating a separate Space National Guard independent of the Air National Guard. EANGUS believes that this is a critical action for the future of the National Guard as a warfighter for overseas operations as well as supporting homeland...
CAL-EANGUS Makes Donation to CMD Family Programs
The rising cost of gas has not gone unnoticed by anyone. The sky-high cost of fuel has impacted all; especially our California National Guardsmen. At the time of this article, the State average price for a gallon of gas was at $5.48. Depending on the location...
NCOs: America Has Them, China Wants Them, Russia is Struggling Without Them
BY CAITLIN M. KENNEY STAFF REPORTER Non-commissioned officers, long the “backbone” of the U.S. military, are proving even more crucial on modern battlefields. One reason the Russian military has struggled to win territory in Ukraine is its lack of a strong corps of...
California Continues to Send Life-Saving Support to Ukraine
SACRAMENTO – California continues to deliver relief to the people of Ukraine. Since March, the state has shipped five, 50-bed field medical stations along with thousands of pieces of protective gear to Ukraine.“California has stood firm in our support for Ukraine...
Update on AB1623 Military Retiree Tax Exemption Bill
Last week, AB-1623 Military Retiree Tax Exemption Bill passed the Revenue and Taxation committee and has moved to the Appropriations Committee. AB1623 (ASM Ramos) excludes from state income tax the military retiree pay earned after the age of 60. For more...
Want to learn more?
Want to learn more about the only Professional Organization that fights for the rights and entitlements of the Enlisted California Guardsman? Request us to come to you. We can provide a briefing to Yellow Ribbon Events, Family Days, Job Fairs, Unit Training Assemblies/Commander’s Calls, etc. We can brief the unit on the benefits of belonging to professional organizations and how their membership directly impacts their benefits.
CAL-EANGUS Is a Proud Member of the California State Commanders Veterans Council
The purpose of the California State Veterans Commanders Council shall be to promote the rights and benefits of veterans in the State of California. The Council may conduct advocacy efforts in the State Legislature in support of, or opposition to, proposed legislation concerning veterans’ rights, entitlements, and benefits. The Council may conduct similar advocacy efforts with the California Department of Veterans Affairs, the California Veterans Board, and similar state agencies, boards, and commissions, concerning veterans’ programs under the management of those agencies.
CAL-EANGUS Is a Proud Member of the Veterans Affiliated Council
The mission of the Veterans Affiliated Council, Sacramento and Vicinity is to serve as a clearinghouse for legislative information, Honoring & Supporting activities sponsored for veterans & active military personnel.