Their Courage Opened the Door.
Our Mission Carries It Forward.
A legacy of perseverance. A continuing
commitment to service. Get to know the
Association carrying the story of the
Montford Point Marines into the next generation.
PRESERVING THE LEGACY. CONTINUING THE SERVICE.
THIS IS WHO WE ARE
They Made History.
Together, We Carry It Forward.
We are the National Montford Point Marine
Association® Inc.—a community united by
the courage of the Original Montford Point
Marines and a commitment to keep their legacy
alive. We honor them through the stories we
share, the people we support, and the
communities we serve.
PRESERVE THE HISTORYHONOR THE MARINESCONTINUE THE SERVICE
The Legacy Continues
Connecting generations through remembrance,
recognition, and a shared commitment to service.
United in Fellowship
Building the relationships that strengthen
our Association and carry our mission forward.
OUR PURPOSE • OUR COMMITMENT
Our Mission
The National Montford Point Marine Association®
Inc., is a nonprofit Veterans Service Organization
initially established in 1965. Our mission is to
perpetuate the legacy of the first African Americans
who entered the United States Marine Corps from
the period of 1942 to 1949, and trained at the
segregated training facility, Montford Point Camp,
New River, North Carolina.
The Association works to improve the social
conditions of veterans and their families by
implementing programs to provide youth mentoring,
educational scholarships, and assistance within
the growing population of senior citizens.
Recognized to Serve
On February 29, 2024, the National Montford
Point Marine Association® Inc., was recognized
by the United States Veterans Administration
and approved as a Veterans Service Organization
for the purpose of preparing, presenting, and
prosecuting claims under the laws administered
by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
FROM OUR ARCHIVES
Our Early Years
Photographs and messages from the Association’s
early years preserve a record of leadership,
fellowship, and recognition. Select an image
to view the full document.
Leadership in Atlanta
An archival photograph of the Vice Presidents’
meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, with its original
identifying caption.
SELECT IMAGE TO VIEW FULL SIZE
Chicago Convention, 1966
Highlights of the second annual convention,
documenting the people and gatherings of
the Association’s early years.
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A Presidential Greeting
A message from President Lyndon B. Johnson
to members of the Montford Point Marine
Association on the occasion of an annual
convention.
SELECT IMAGE TO READ THE MESSAGE
GET TO KNOW THE ASSOCIATION
Our Story. Our Leadership. Our Reach.
01
Our History
Discover the courage of the Original
Montford Point Marines and the story
of an Association committed to
preserving their legacy.
COURAGE • PERSEVERANCE • LEGACY
02
National Leadership
Meet the leaders entrusted with
guiding our Association, supporting
our members, and advancing our
mission.
SERVICE • RESPONSIBILITY • PURPOSE
03
Regions & Chapters
Find the local connections that
bring our mission to life through
fellowship, education, and service
in our communities.
