History

History of the Marine Corps League

The Marine Corps League perpetuates the traditions and spirit of ALL Marines and Navy FMF Corpsmen, who proudly wear or who have worn the eagle, globe and anchor of the Corps. It takes great pride in crediting its founding in 1923 to World War I hero, then Major General Commandant John A. LeJeune. It takes equal pride in its Federal Charter, approved by An Act of the Seventy-Fifth Congress of the United States of America and signed and approved by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on August 4, 1937.

The League is the only Federally Chartered Marine Corps related veterans organization in the country. Since its earliest days, the Marine Corps League has enjoyed the support and encouragement of the active duty and Reserve establishments of the U. S. Marine Corps. Today, the League boasts a membership of nearly 61,000 men and women, officer and enlisted, active duty, Reserve Marines, honorably discharged Marine Veterans and qualified Navy FMF Corpsmen and is one of the few Veterans Organizations that experiences increases in its membership each year.

The Marine Corps League is headed by an elected National Commandant, with 14 elected National Staff Officers who serve as trustees. The National Board of Trustees coordinates the efforts of 48 department, or state, entities and the activities of over 900 community-based detachments located throughout the United States and overseas. The day-to-day operations of the League are under the control of the National Executive Director with the responsibility for the management and direction of all programs, activities, and affairs of the Marine Corps League as well as supervising the National Headquarters staff.

The day-to-day operations of the League are under the control of the National Executive Director with the responsibility for the management and direction of all programs, activities, and affairs of the Marine Corps League as well as supervising the National Headquarters staff. The prime authority of the League is derived from its Congressional charter and from its annual National Convention held each August in different major U.S. cities throughout the nation.

It is a not-for-profit organization within the provisions of the Internal Revenue Service Code 501(c) (4), with a special group exemption letter which allows for contributions to the Marine Corps League, its Auxiliary and subsidiary units, to be tax deductible by the donor.
Chartered on October 27, 1998 by the National Headquarters, Marine Corps League, incorporated on August 4th, 1937.

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Services

Our Detachment members can hardly count the ways we serve.

Our efforts are completely focused upon the needs of veterans and their families.  We are there to point veterans in the right direction to get the services they need to transition military life into a civilian confidence.

Transition to Civilian Life

Transition can be difficult, because it can hard to translate your military experience into a civilian interpretation.  That is where we come in handy.  We have been there, done that, and can help!

VSO Services

We have members who are VSO’s who will put you in a position to get the support and assistance you need.

Making the Connection

Don’t feel alienated any longer!  We understand and we are the connection.  Reconnect to camaraderie.

Community Services

Become a leader in the community and serve your fellow veterans by becoming a member of the Marine Corps League

Wear Another Uniform

While your uniform is hung in the closet, you can wear another brand that reflects your ongoing desire to serve.  Continue your service in a new direction.

Family Oriented

Our Detachment is very family oriented.  Bring them along for the ride.  Enjoy the fun and connections

Interesting History

The McHenry C0unty Detachment has been in action since 1994!  Over 30 years of honoring our own, serving our community, and growing our family.  Be a part of this amazing experience as we transition into a new age of League.  Bring your talents, experience and evolve our League into what you want it to be, while serving fellow veterans and family members as you push this ship forward.

It’s always a joy to hear that the work we do, has positively reviews.

We have spent over 30 years making a difference.  We have assisted many veterans in need over the years, which lead to enabling them to translate their military experience into a civilian confidence.
Enjoy some of the testimonials from those who matter.

Jason Hertha

Semper Fi Chef
The Marine Corps League has done a lot for me transition into the civilian world after a successful career in the Marines. Now, I am continuing my service by helping veterans in their transition.  League members have also assisted me in establishing my business.  It is successful because of the military and it was made possible because of the assistance of members in the League.

Mike Kopala

Retired Businessman
Our meetings are amazing and motivating.  I decided to help out by volunteering to manage the Marine Corps League Student Scholarship Program.  I absolutely love what we do!

Rick Prescott

Marine Veteran/Retired Police Officer
I did not originally want to join a veteran organization because I did not want to be a young dude in an old man party.  What a mistake!  I joined late, but am now playing catchup because there is so much to do for our fellow veterans.  I did not know!  But the Marine Corps League brought me back home!

Lori Boyle

CEO in Marketing Company
I am a Marine!  I love this Detachment because I am respected as a Marine. No one says Woman Marine, Female Marine, or adds a special identification to my service.  I am a Marine and that is the way I am treated and respected.  I think this Detachment of fellow Marines is amazing

Ken Hauser

Chaplain 30+ years
I am proud to serve as Chaplain in many veterans organizations, including the VFW, American Legion and others.  To be a part of this Detachment is a very rewarding experience and I love how they care about every veteran and make a family experience among its members!

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