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
PODCAST / VIDEOCAST – AUGUST 2019
Legislative Director Daniel Elkins highlights the EANGUS National Conference, gives a legislative update regarding Student Veterans, and shares an exciting new EANGUS partnership. EANGUS is proud to be the first official organization with a MOA between the...
Bill would expand VA mental health care to National Guard, Reservists, Coast Guard
August 13, 2019 Press Release The bill would require the Comptroller General to conduct a three-year study of disability and pension benefits provided to the veterans that conducted special missions, served in the National Guard, and on reserve components of the Armed...
Fall Conference
Channel Islands ANGS Auditorium 0900-1600 Invited Guest Speakers: - CMSgt James, Command Senior Enlisted Leader, CA NG - CSM Witt, State Senior Enlisted Leader - VA Entitlements Seminar by Andrew Vierra Meet with Yellow Ribbon Certified Colleges and Universities. We...
CMSAF Wright’s Video message on resiliency
The Pentagon's Defense Suicide Prevention Office released some troubling statistics recently in their fourth-quarter suicide report for CY 2018. A total of 325 active-duty service members died by their hand in 2018, surpassing the previously recorded number of 321 in...
Esper is First Former Guardsmen Confirmed as Defense Secretary
Original Article published by NGAUS on July 23, 2019 The Senate today confirmed former Army Secretary Mark Esper to be the next secretary of defense. He is the first non-acting defense secretary since Jim Mattis resigned at the end of 2018. He is also the first former...
EANGUS New Patriot – Spring 2019 Edition
Spring 2019 Edition Features President's Communique Junior Enlisted Corner Washington Watch 48TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE FEATURED STORY: ARMY COMBAT FITNESS TEST Top 10 Tips to Beat the Heat OP ED: It has never been clearer that America's Army needs the National Guard......
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.