Our Publication
Summary of 2025:
- 2,120,695 Administrative Hours of Volunteer work.
- 112,046 Public Affairs Hours.
- 11,715 Health Services Support Hours.
- 147,520 Operations & Patrol Hours.
- 181 Lives Saved.
- $6.9 million in Property Saved.
- 42,804 Culinary Support Hours.
- 13,433 Chaplain Support Hours.
- 3,205 Interpreter Support Hours.
Become a Member
Who Can Join?
To volunteer with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, individuals must meet the following eligibility requirements. There are no upper age limits or specific physical requirements beyond being able to perform the tasks of your chosen role.
✔ Age: Minimum 17 years old — no upper age limit.
✔ Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen.
✔ Physical Capacity: Able to perform the tasks of your chosen role.
✔ Background Check: Subject to a Coast Guard security background investigation.
Some of our Missions
Surface Operations
Certified boat crews assist with recreational boating safety, search and rescue, and marine safety patrols alongside active-duty Coast Guard personnel.
AUXAIR (Aviation)
Auxiliary aviation members participate in Search and Rescue, Port Over Flights, Waterways and Coastal Security, Marine Safety, and Pollution Response missions.
Public Education
Certified instructors deliver Coast Guard-approved boating safety courses on navigation, rules of the road, and emergency procedures to the public.
Vessel Safety Checks
Free Vessel Safety Checks help boaters ensure their vessels meet federal and state safety requirements — covering life jackets, fire extinguishers, navigation lights, and more.
Health Services
Primary care medical and dental professionals are eligible to volunteer their skills in CG Clinics/Sickbays where the CG is already providing a similar level of health care.