Navy Marine Corp Relief Society Mission Summary

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Organizational Setting: Navy Marine Corp Relief Society

Founded in 1904, Navy Marine Corp Relief Society (NMCRS) was incorporated to provide formal and organization assistance to navy and marine families. The areas of assistance include financial education, counseling and a visiting nurses program for those injure in combat. The organization continues to thrive because of ongoing donations and committed volunteers.
Vision and Mission of Navy Marine Corp Relief Society (NMCRS)
NMCRS vision is based upon “what” they desire to achieve and its mission is “how” they want to get it done. Their main goal is to provide support for each person that seeks support. “The long-term mission is to help Sailors and Marines become financially self-sufficient by learning how to better manage their personal finances and prepare for unplanned expenses”(Our, 2014, p.1). Through fundraising and the help of volunteers, NMCRS has been successful with supporting and sustain their mission through financial management and education.
Description of External Customers
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There was a time when there were no medical benefits for service families, no retirement annuities or survivors’ benefits of deceased personnel (Our, 2014). In effort to support those that have fallen and the love ones they left behind in the process, NMCRS provides immediate financial assistance. NMCRS offers health education and post combat support for wounded service members, budget for baby programs, emergency travel, and individual counseling programs to meet the needs of its external candidates (Our,

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